where do you live?:Clarkdale, AZ

how would you classify your riding (commuting, leisure, competitive): Leisure

how long have you been riding a bike in the way that you do now? I have been a cyclist for 21 years. Riding like I do now, 1 year.

did you pick it up again after years of not riding?: Yes, I have picked it up again several times. This time I am cycling in such a way that I will not burn out.

what type of bike(s) do you have?: I have an older ti road bike with older wheels and brakes but a new 10 speed drivetrain.

do you notice more females on bikes in recent years than before?: Yes, especially living in a small town in a rural area.

do you notice more focus on females who bike in the media recently?: I don't really pay attention to media.

do you think there are female specific concerns in cycling? Yes

what would they be? (buying appropriate bike/equipment, stigma, safety): It would be nice to have as many equipment choices that the men have.

general comments and ideas: It would be nice if the other female cyclists I come across would be nice and take an interest in meeting other women who cycle and not just blowing by as fast as they can. I find that most of the cyclists I see are rude and arrogant and don't want anything to do with you if you aren't in their little click. Some are too much into the racing thing and won't accept the recreational rider. I just like to ride.

Brenda