I think it's so GREAT what everyone here has done!
When I think about all the people who just sit on their butts all the time and think up ways to avoid any exertion at all...well it's just such a difference when you read about all the women on this forum and how much effort they put into trying to get active and healthy. Good for all of us, YAY!

Anne- thanks for mentioning that "coast to coast" statistic- it made my day! I Mapquested the distance between my house here in New York and the heart of San Francisco CA....and it was 50 miles LESS than what I've ridden so far this year! What a great thought to keep myself inspired- thank you!
I decided I would treat my bike to some new tires this winter.