Getting to Know You!

[bikerHen]

BikerHen
I don't know if this was just a weird thing where I grew up (NJ) but let me see if you know what I mean:
zip zap zooey zip zap

Does that mean anything to you as a vw van fan?

Sorry, we never talked like that. But my formative years were spent in So. California so maybe that has something to do with it! Although I do have a hard time relating any phrase that includes "zip" with a VW van. Hey! My biking style is just like my van. Slow, gasp, don't stop on the uphill because you will never get started again. Then . . . pedal like mad on the downhill So what does - zip zap zooey zip zap - mean? Inquiring minds what to know? bikerHen

[Biking Chick]

[QUOTE=bikerHen]Real name: Explanation of your handle: Like I said, "I aint a chick no more". But I'm a hen that's finally hitting her stride. Maybe life DOES begin at 50?!QUOTE]

I love the statement 50 is the *new* 30 ... and I couldn't agree more.

I took a cue from Oprah who said that she was looking forward to her 50th birthday and when she was finished turning 50 everyone was going to look forward to turning 50.

Biking has and continues to play an important part of helping me define who I am. I love the age that I am and will continue to be grateful for every age that I am blessed to experience.

Lisa - I hope you'll post a photo of your bike with your dogs in the carrier. DH and I have talked about getting a burley (as many of you have heard me mention in the past, we have four resident English cockers) and DH's dog, Lucy (aka The Queen of Everything) would look splendid in a burley as would any of the others

Cindy in WI

[bikerHen]

Lisa - I hope you'll post a photo of your bike with your dogs in the carrier. DH and I have talked about getting a burley (as many of you have heard me mention in the past, we have four resident English cockers) and DH's dog, Lucy (aka The Queen of Everything) would look splendid in a burley as would any of the others

Cindy in WI

Well we did take some pic on a ride last summer but it may take a few days to figure out how to publish them to this site. I actually did some research into dog trailers, yes, they do make trailers just for dogs! I goolged bike trailers and found a company that specializes in dog trailers. The biggest difference being the axel is located more in the center of the trailer where a dogs center of gravity would be. My lovable but cheap DH firmly declined to spend that kind of money on "a couple of dogs". So, we got a cheap version at the local department store that he modified. Having said all that, it really is a kick taking the dogs. The dogs seem to have fun as long as were moving but want out as soon as we stop. Kinda like kids! bikerHen

[doc]

Biker Hen
Here is the glossary:
zip: a vw bug
zip zap: a red vw bug
zip zap zoey: a vw van
zip zap zoey zip zap: a red vw van

I guess we're just weird in NJ

[Cdalekat]

Real name: Michele
Where do you live? PA

Explanation of your handle: C-dale: Cannodale Cat:I love my kitty.

Age (general or specific): 27

Occupation: Architect & bike commuter!

Favorite bike: Actually, I really love the Specialized my brother just got.

What's in your stable? Cannondale Jekyll 800
(wish I had room for a road bike, but the kitchen doesn't have any more room!)

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when?
it's been a *long* time since I've last been on a road bike!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: nope, can't go there on a public forum.

Most memorable moment on my bike:
Being chased by a guard dog. (ok, so I was tresspassing!)

Most fun ever had on a bike?
Can I say every ride? Tonight was great!
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So, I thought I would fill this out as a way for re-introduction. I joined this board a long time ago but I haven't been around lately. Work locked down the internet access and I can't read these forums anymore. After being on a computer for 8+ hours at work, it looses its appeal to then be on a computer at home.

Tonight, I decided to log in, and I realize how much I miss reading here. I've gotten some great advice here, and I love how respectful and fun the posts can be. So, I think I'll try to pop in more often.

[nuthatch]

Tonight, I decided to log in, and I realize how much I miss reading here. I've gotten some great advice here, and I love how respectful and fun the posts can be. So, I think I'll try to pop in more often.

Welcome back, cdale! Be careful; addiction to the boards can disrupt sleep, etc.! We all know from sad experience!

[CorsairMac]

welcome back hugs! I know what you mean about spending all day on the puter and then when you get home - but I don't see This as "sitting in front of my computer"! This is my time to connect with my all-over-the-world friends, the cats know I'll be still for a while so they can sit on my lap, and it gives me a feel-good feeling after working with morons all day!!

[Technotart]

LETS GO RIDE!!!!! I sent you a private message!

Michelle

[Cdalekat]

the cats know I'll be still for a while so they can sit on my lap

Aw, thanks!
(though my kitty is a little too large to reach around him to get to the keyboard. )

[kerrybelle]

Real name: Kerry
Where do you live? Bayville, New Jersey

Explanation of your handle: My first & middle names.

Explanation of your avatar: avatar??....Don't have one yet, I'd love to get one of my dog Casey. I just love him to death. Just looking at him makes me smile.

Age (general or specific) 36

Occupation: Orthodontic Assistant

Favorite bike: My new 2005 Rocky Mountain Element 70. It's awesome!

What's in your stable? see above, hubby has Rocky Mountain ETSX 70, Rocky Mountain Switch SL and we have a Specialized Endro Comp (which is for sale)

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? no rode bike

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have very many pixs of myself - I hate having my pix taken


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I can't remember.

Most memorable moment on my bike: I've only been riding a year now. So, far my most memorable moment would be riding in the 1st Wissahickon Poker Run. I'd never ridden there before and the intermediate trail was quite challenging for me. Lots of rick gardens, hills and such. I made it through the 10 mile loop and had a great time.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I love log overs. Although, I let my mind get the best of me sometimes and it takes me a few times to get over some of the really big ones. I like downhills, too.

[CorsairMac]

Nice to meet ya kerry, and welcome to the board. I just learned MTB'ng, I don't know if I've done log-overs yet or not, but I LOVE riding my MTB and I have a Great teacher! Hope to hear more from ya!

[BlareApsan]

Real name: Rebecca
Where do you live? Ols San Juan, Puerto Rico

Explanation of your handle: My teenage nephew told me to make up a new name using your own. I don't remember exactly but take some letters from youre last name then first name there's Blare then from your mother;s maiden name etc. I kept it for my user name.

Explanation of your avatar: I found it on an avatar web page. I liked it cause I have red straight hair.
Age (general or specific) 36
Occupation: Architect and part time professor

Favorite bike: Mine! Would like a Ti like a Terry Isis.

What's in your stable? 2003 Trek 1500 with Ultegra components, DH has one too. There's a Univega mb and an old trek road frame someone dumped here. I'd love my DH to get rid off both. (Small Apartment)

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Bout 25 downhill at my favorite ride -Parque Lineal de Bayamon. A park for bikes and walkers/runners along a river side. It has a paved two lane road for biles and a separate road for bipeds.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't think I have any on my bike. will fix my website to be more personal. Haven't kept working with it.
http://www.geocities.com/rebeccablan...?1079044459265

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I keep them small. I'm lousy at it.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding with DH and friends, his cousin drove by recognized us and was in shock to find me at front pulling everyone. He used to ride so he knows it's harder in the front of the line.

Most fun ever had on a bike? When I finally learned how to use the gears and ride free like a kid again.

[mercury]

Real name: Sarah
Where do you live? Portland, OR

Explanation of your handle: mercury is the roman messenger god

Explanation of your avatar: just signed up-- haven't gotten that far

Age (general or specific) 28

Occupation: Visual Artist

Favorite bike: the one I ride, and my only form of transportation

What's in your stable? trusty steed: Mercian road bike (it's an old one and I don't know how to figure out which one it is- I got it used. any Mercian experts out there?); stationwagon: ladies Schwinn le tour; a few rusty critical mass bikes too

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 37, coming down the coastal range

Another picture of yourself or your ride? my bf took a good one of me in a super short skirt (I don't have it though)


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: they're all white, right?

Most memorable moment on my bike: sailing up to the front door after 200 miles in three days. there was a huge hamburger ready for me that minute!

Most fun ever had on a bike? ummm.... 12 women ride to the coast, multnomah county bike fair, bike to climb (biking and rock climbing trip), blackberries along the bike paths in August, commuting everyday-- Can't decide.

[Balrog]

and thank YOU, CorsairMac, for the welcome. Hi all new posters!

I *tried* to get an itty-bitty Balrog for an avatar, but it was still too big! The search continues ...

--B

[Ered_Lithui]

Hey Balrog!
Another person with a LOTR-inspired username. Yay!
Leila