Good topic!
I'm new to the forum and new to serious biking in general. While I just happened to find the forum without necessarily looking for a female-centered group, I'm quite pleased with the friendliness and lack of ego here. I've also noticed that cycling magazines are definitely male-centered. With the exception of a few ads, the last issue of Bicycling magazine featured only articles and photos centered on men. I think that says a lot about the need for a forum like this.