I'm also new to the boards. I've been training for road racing for about six months and just recently found a great coach. What a great site for info and inspiritation!

Real name: Rebecca

Where do you live? Southern California

Explanation of your handle: I was born in San Francisco (best town ever IMHO). Beachdog was my dear departed Shep-Lab mix Bear (best dog ever IMHO).

Explanation of your avatar: I can have an avatar.

Age (general or specific) 46

Occupation: Chef

Favorite bike: Only bike a Gary Fisher Nirvana "Gertrudis"

What's in your stable? She'll be jealous when my new Specialized Ruby comes in in a couple of weeks.

Fastest speed on a road bike? 48. where? downhill on a car-free canyon road. when? a couple of weeks ago. My first thought was that the computer was malfunctioning, then I slowed down very carefully...

Another picture of yourself or your ride? nothing I want to share yet

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Would that count a job-related lie

Most memorable moment on my bike: being paced by an ostrich.

Most fun ever had on a bike? riding in the light rain on the San Ynez back roads. Any ride with my coach.