well, after reading this entire thread (and it took me 2 days) i'm reading to introduce myself finally.

Real name: Adrian

Where do you live? Currently, Hillsdale County Michigan but I'm originally from Maumee, Ohio.

Explanation of your handle: a nickname and part of my last name

Explanation of your avatar: maybe eventually...

Age (general or specific): 23

Occupation: well, i'm supposed to be a math teacher, but can't find a job yet (just graduated dec 2004), so i'm "unemployed" at the moment.

Favorite bike: anything more expensive and hotter lookin' than mine.

What's in your stable? Giant OCR 3 (man I wish I had been more patient when saving for it and just gotten something sweeter to begin with so I wouldn't feel the need to upgrade parts )

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 40.0mph; Bankers Rd (yes, downhill); Hillsdale County, MI; 8/4/05 2:30pm.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? oops, I broke my digital camera

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: too long and too boring of a story to share, but I learned my lesson and haven't lied since (well, maybe white ones...)

Most memorable moment on my bike: I'd have to go with the time I was begging my dad to take my for a bike ride when I was 4 (in the kiddy seat on the back of his 10 spd) and he finally said OK and told me to go get his shoes from his closet. I ran in to get the shoes and when I opened the closet door, there was my very first bike! It was pink and white. I learned to ride it that evening with out training wheels, and it was great. I've loved riding ever since.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I love the days you get back from a ride totally refreshed b/c you've had to enjoy the ride and let your mind wander. Riding with groups and/or other people is fantastic, but those solo rides are why I really love it!

Just want to throw in my 2 cents on what a great forum this is. I've learned a lot here since started lurking.