Getting to Know You!

[HillSlugger]

Hi Patty,

Welcome to TE. There are a bunch of us from this area. Please check out the Mid-Atlantic forum under the Places to Ride header.

Nicole

[pfunk12]

Thanks so much, Nicole. I'll check it out.

Patty

[HillSlugger]

BTW, we're planning a TE-DC luncheon on March 21 (details in the Mid-Altantic Forum). Perhaps you can attend?

[Zen]

cool handle, PFunk.
Do you know this guy?

[JBcycle]

Well, since I've been lurking on TE for over a year, I figured it was time to speak up!

Real name: Not tellin'

Where do you live? In the west

Explanation of your handle: just my initials and, crazy enough, I cycle.

Explanation of your avatar: my puppy

Age (general or specific) in my 30's

Occupation: piano teacher, sahm

Favorite bike: mine

What's in your stable? Jamis Xenith Race

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 40 mph with a giant group of men during a century ride

Another picture of yourself or your ride? sorry, no pics

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I don't lie, I promise!

Most memorable moment on my bike: Finishing my first century last year, Little Red Riding Hood. It was great.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Can't think of any specific moment, I try to always have fun

[skinimini]

I looked at my last post this morning and thought it sounded a little arrogant. Please, let me clarify.

1. Car purchase was not on a whim. My 15 y/o veh. was on its last legs.
2. I believe in sharing the road (and trails) with everyone and make sure I follow all safety rules.
3. I love my hybrid bike! Cycling (on and off) over the years on my Trek hybrids has given me the confidence to get out and try something a little out of my comfort zone-like road biking. I'd probably try Mtn biking, but I just know I would end up in a hospital somewhere.

It's cold this morning in ATL, but supposed to have '70's by the weekend. Spring's just around the corner.

[veghead]

Hi guys! I'm new here but this seems about as good of a way to introduce myself as any! I found this board while doing a search for a saddle that won't kill my girlie bits. I'm so glad I found you all!

Real name: Amber

Where do you live? Abingdon, Maryland

Explanation of your handle: I'm a vegetarian

Explanation of your avatar: Very simply - I'm obsessed with my pets (seems like a lot of you on this board are. I love it!)

Age (general or specific): 28

Occupation: Interior Designer

Favorite bike: I don't know much about them, but I like mine enough...

What's in your stable? Trek 1600 WSD

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 32 going downhill in my neighborhood last summer

Another picture of yourself or your ride? If I figure out how to post pics, I would post one from my triathlon last fall...I was about to topple over but pulled out the save!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: In 5th grade I told my teacher I helped Nintendo come up with ideas for new games. Seriously.

Most memorable moment on my bike: I was leaving my grandmom's driveway last summer and merging onto a busy street. Because I'm still getting used to my stupid clipless pedals I ended up toppling over and smashing into her mailbox. She of course has no clue what I was up against and yells "Don't you know how to ride a bike yet?"

Most fun ever had on a bike? Still waiting for it. I honestly don't like it very much yet (I blame the pedals). But I'm sticking with it!!

[tab123]

Well I have posted a number of times but always forget to say who I am, so here goes:

Real name: Karen

Where do you live? Chicago

Explanation of your handle: Named after my favorite soda. Yes, they still make Tab, and it still has that wonderful bitter taste. (I am the only woman I know who enjoys Tab but has never smoked cigarettes.)

Explanation of your avatar: don't have one

Age (general or specific) mid-40s.

Occupation: I come here to forget work.

Favorite bike: my Serotta Legend Ti

What's in your stable? In addition to my favorite, Dutch Bike Company Oma and Surly Karate Monkey.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 41 mph on a downhill with lots of wind.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Will post that later.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I love your peach pie. (To my wonderful grandmother in-law. And I ate the whole piece)

Most memorable moment on my bike: First ride on my Stingray.

Most fun ever had on a bike? any ride in the sun (we are sun deprived in the Midwest)

[papaver]

Real name: Ann

Where do you live? Europe

Explanation of your handle: Papaver is dutch for poppy's...

Explanation of your avatar: don't have one

Age (general or specific) 39.

Occupation: advertising

Favorite bike: my 'orange' bike.

What's in your stable? I have a Merckx gara lady, a brompton, and a citybike

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 39 mph yesterday. It was very windy though.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? no thanks

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: not very good at it, I'm afraid.

Most memorable moment on my bike: my encounter with a deer.

Most fun ever had on a bike? It's always fun.