Getting to Know You!

[Trek420]

tlkiwi sez "But root beer is hideous"

not this stuff ;-)

http://tksoda.com/main.php3?primNavIndex=0&

or....

http://www.steelheadrootbeer.com/


"and beer, if you believe Benjamin Franklin (as one must in this instance), is proof that God loves us. "

depends on the beer

[veloputt]

"and beer, if you believe Benjamin Franklin (as one must in this instance), is proof that God loves us. "

depends on the beer [/QUOTE]


She must REALLY love us in Seattle and Portland, then!

[DirtDiva]

"and beer, if you believe Benjamin Franklin (as one must in this instance), is proof that God loves us. "

depends on the beer

Well, I kinda figure that if it's available nationwide in the US, it doesn't really deserve to be called beer. The microbrews referred to by veloputt on the other hand... :drool:

[Embellina]

Hi, ladies! I've been lurking quite a while and wanted to introduce myself before the new year. I've learned a lot from all your advice and look forward to participating more.

Real name: Emily.

Where do you live? Phoenix, Ariz.

Explanation of your handle: My favorite doll when I was little was Thumbellina. My handle is a combination of her name and mine.

Explanation of your avatar: coming.

Age (general or specific): 25.

Occupation: journalist.

Favorite bike: I don't have one yet, but I'm very happy with my only bike so far.

What's in your stable? Trek 2100.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 32.8 mph, down a long, gradual hill near Lake Pleasant this fall. Near the bottom of the hill, I heard a hissing sound -- it was a rattlesnake about a foot away from my bike! Believe me, I picked up the pace.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? also coming...

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: That feels so good!

Most memorable moment on my bike: Climbing to the top of South Mountain. You gain about 1,100 feet in 5.5 miles. I've never wanted so badly to get off my bike, but I really felt accomplished after I finished!

Most fun ever had on a bike? The first time I rode at night. I loved the connection with my bike; it was the first time I felt like we were working completely together.

[DebW]

Hello all. Just learned about this site and joined up. Here's my blurb.

Real name: Deb.

Where do you live? Wayland, Mass.

Explanation of your handle: First name and initial. I have no imagination.

Explanation of your avatar: none

Age (general or specific): 50.

Occupation: atmospheric scientist.

Former occupation: Bike Mechanic. 1973-1976 in Florissant, Missouri. Best years of my life.

Favorite bike: Frame is from PerformanceBike around 1980. Sew up rims. Campy Tipo (1974) high phlange hubs. 6 speed freewheel (Regin Oros were the best). SunTour Superbe Pro crankset (now defunct company). Campy Record derailleurs (~1965, got is used). Speedplay pedals.

What's in your stable? My 1974 yellow Maino. We have lots of good miles together so I could never get rid of it.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 99mph. Really. That's what the computer said (well, it was raining at the time).

Another picture of yourself or your ride? not right now

Most memorable moment on my bike: I've done Boston to Martha's Vineyard in a day, but that was a long time ago.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Building wheels is fun. Getting covered with grease is fun. Riding is fun too.

Stupidest thing ever done on a bike: Guess it's a tie between falling asleep in 1978 and breaking my collarbone in 2004.

[massbikebabe]

Hi Deb;

Welcome to TE. I see you are from Wayland. You should join us all at Naked Fish on the 28th of January. We are going to bid farewell to a much beloved Spazz who is leaving us for the left coast.


karen

[DebW]

Karen, Thanks for the invite, but I'll be in Maine that weekend. Maybe another time.

Deb

Hi Deb;

Welcome to TE. I see you are from Wayland. You should join us all at Naked Fish on the 28th of January. We are going to bid farewell to a much beloved Spazz who is leaving us for the left coast.


karen

[easterbird]

Real name: Carol
Where do you live? Kintnersville,PA
Explanation of your handle: I'm a birdwatcher too

Explanation of your avatar: none

Age (general or specific): almost 58(this week...wheee!)

Occupation: retired
Former occupation: chemist in pharmaceutical industry

What's in your stable? don't laugh. I have a Giant sedona comfort bike

Favorite bike: don't know yet since this is the only bike I have ever ridden. I just started biking after my knees gave up(arthritis,no cushion left between bones). Started 12 Sept 2005 and rode 1000 miles by 31 Dec 2005. I am in love,enthralled and obsessed with riding every chance I get. Don't know what comes next but a friend says road bike...we'll see.

Fastest speed on a 'comfort'bike? where? when? 30.1 mph. on a downhill not far from my home...
Another picture of yourself or your ride? not right now

Most memorable moment on my bike: Yesterday when I hit a patch of ice and lost it. Bruised spirit and very swollen area above my right knee. I'm worried a little about the knee but only that it will be too swollen to ride tomorrow!

Most fun ever had on a bike? The sense of freedom and power when I 'escape' with my bike.

[gnarwhal]

Real name: Kirsty

Where do you live? Durham, UK

Explanation of your handle: i'm not sure i can remember where it came from.

Explanation of your avatar: it's from Tolkein...tolkein and a computer joke

Age (general or specific) 24

Occupation: Full time mother part time student

Favorite bike: i dunno...my bike

What's in your stable? Carrera Subway 1

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? erm...16mph

Another picture of yourself or your ride?



What is the biggest lie you've ever told: don't lie, haven't since i was about 12

Most memorable moment on my bike: riding about in the hills near my hometown in scotland...so pretty.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Yesterday, i was on my bike with my son and we were having races...he's 3 and he was winning

[Fredwina]

Real name: Jana
Where do you live? Southern California

Explanation of your handle: I ride a triple chainring road bike with SPD's, wear a camlebak, and have a helmet with a visor! And some how I usually manage to get a chainring tattoo whenever I'm on the bike. You would think after 10 years, I learn how to avoid this...

Explanation of your avatar: Sorry, I'm not a Hindu Goddess

Age (general or specific) 4

Occupation: This gets tricky. my employer would tell you i'm a programmer analyst. What I really do is review code from 40 other programmers to make sure it meets stylistic standard, and back up the Database Administrator when she's busy or not there

Favorite bike: hmmm...

What's in your stable? A Cannondale road bike (CAAD 7 Frame) and a Bike Friday New World Tourist

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I've been in the high forty's several times. where? Most recently coming down Mt Baldy road about two months ago.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I usually wear a Harry Potter Invisiblity cloak when riding


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I never lie.

Most memorable moment on my bike: I guess a week ago, when I did the 30 mile, four slog up to Onyx summit (8400 feet) This may change in two week, when I attempt to do from the other side

Most fun ever had on a bike? after 10 years? and trying to pick one moment? It think i'll skip on this one

[pkq]

Well, I kinda figure that if it's available nationwide in the US, it doesn't really deserve to be called beer.

Blasphemous words! I had a Coor's Light, yuck, after my only race this year. Geez, it never tasted soooo good. I downed it like a soda pop and I don't drink alcohol very often or very much at a time.

[jobob]

I had a Coor's Light, yuck, after my only race this year. Geez, it never tasted soooo good. I downed it like a soda pop.

That's because it is basically soda pop But I'll bet it was very refreshing.

I've seen time and time again that even humdrum food tastes wonderful after a long ride. Heck, maybe I'd even enjoy a Coors Light after a ride. Especially if it was the only beer available ...