So.. here's my story...

I'm a total newb. I mean I have only ridden bikes for purely utilitarian purposes (going to school).

I've gotten a job close to home where I can actually ride to work (ya!). So.. that got me thinking.. I can get exercise and save gas. Then I thought it might be fun to dip my toe into the whole road biking thing and see what it's all about.

I've always been a strength person (weight training) but not very good on endurance sports (basically I SUCK). I hate running but I thought biking might be something I might like.

Anyway, so I'm looking for a way to learn and play to see if I take to this sport. Looking for a friendly environment that will teach me what this sport's about.

ACTC road academy sounds great and maybe Velo Girl's Basic curriculum..

Until then I just kinda need motivation and guidance to just go out. I could also just go out and ride (right or wrong or whatever) since I live so close to Shoreline but I also tend to get a bit bored with routine which is another reason for a club or something so I can mix it up a bit.

Right now I'm just checking things out in this new world and going carefully and slowly. It might be I just like to go out by myself. I dunno yet. I'm probably not going to be racer type but that's all I know.