Getting to Know You!

[madameraz]

Real name: Sarah

Where do you live? North Texas

Explanation of your handle: Madame Razz is the witch character in She-Ra, my favorite show when I was a kid. I've been using this handle online and in gaming for years.

Explanation of your avatar: Me at a mud run.

Age: 31

Occupation: Freelance writer

Favorite bike: My shiny new Orbea Orca B105.

What's in your stable? 2012 Orbea Orca B105, 2006 Women's Trek Navigator 200

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 20 mph on my second road bike ride ever. I've gone out on the road bike three times so far, so hopefully that will get a bit faster eventually.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Maybe later.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told? In elementary school, I told people I was born in England. Yeah, sorry about that, friends.

Most memorable moment on my bike: I've been trying different saddles and I didn't tighten one properly. I was five miles from home when I realized it was sliding backwards and I couldn't move it forwards because it was too tight and I hadn't brought a hex wrench with me. Oops. I had to stand all the way home.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Riding down Trail Ridge Road in Colorado. Maybe someday I'll go up, too.

[ShutUpLegs]

Hi everyone! I have been a long time lurker, but finall am posting now

Real name: You can PM me if you'd like to know!

Where do you live? DC area

Explanation of your handle: I think many here will recognize the fine words of Mr. Jens Voigt.

Explanation of your avatar: I should put one!

Age: 29

Occupation: Engineer

Favorite bike: I just built up a carbon Scott CR1 Contessa frame w/ SRAM Red & Rival components. It's amazing!

What's in your stable? Scott CR1 Contessa, Fuji Cross Pro, GT commuter/single speed, Trek 2100

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Hmm, probably 45mph or so. Don't remember where or when, but I remember looking down at the computer and thinking it was fun!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I will have to upload one..

What is the biggest lie you've ever told? I once told a nice old lady at the bus stop that I twisted my ankle (requiring crutches) in a gnarly mountain biking accident. In reality, I just missed a step at the library :-P She sounded like she wanted a more exciting story than that though

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding a few days in and around Girona, Spain. Gorgeous!

Most fun ever had on a bike? Any sort of mountain biking with fun descents that I can handle

[NABE]

I usually don't say too much...just here stalking the posts.....

Real name: Carter

Where do you live? Amish Country, PA

Explanation of your handle: NABE is short for my Native American Name

Explanation of your avatar: Instant thought of my hubby trying to ride my bike

Age: Old, old, and older

Occupation: Human Resources Professional (The Hire, Fire Girl) (No not really, I hate terming people!)

Favorite bike: I'm a GIANT girl but I may just get a Cannondale or Olmo

What's in your stable? Giant OCR

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? My computer stated 45mph going down a hill after being chased by a rottweiler dog that I didn't have a leash or fence

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Maybe in the future....

What is the biggest lie you've ever told? Momma said never lie....so instead, I just blankly stare at people....

Most memorable moment on my bike: When my dad sent me home because I wiped out wearing clips for the first time. I was 12.....

Most fun ever had on a bike? Doing Tris and Dus.....I'm always saying LEFT

Other than that, I live a real simple life here in PA. Hubby, son, bike(s), we're all just one big happy family. My hubby also rides so it keeps our relationship fun.

[Lolo]

Real name: Lori

Where do you live? Upstate NY

Explanation of your handle: First two of my name

Explanation of your avatar: Picture of my new cycling shoes on the first day I rode clipless on my new Specialized Ruby.

Age (general or specific): Extremely early 50

Occupation: Artist

Favorite bike: Today my Ruby but I'm a fickle mistress

What's in your stable? My new Ruby just sold my 7.5 Trek but lusting after a mountain bike.

Fastest speed on a road bike? 40mph + Some awesome downhills where I live!!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "That old thing? I've had that forever!"

Most memorable moment on my bike: Always magic, beaches, mountains, rainbows.... Oh look! A unicorn!

Most fun ever had on a bike? Biking to an awesome meal at a favorite restaurant.

[Insanity]

Real name: Jevry

Where do you live? Yokota AB, Japan

Explanation of your handle: I can be a bit crazy at times and Insanity just seemed to fit.

Explanation of your avatar: Haven't decided on one yet.

Age: 23

Occupation: Military Police

Favorite bike: I only have my one and only Pearl (Trek 7.4 FX)

What's in your stable? Trek 7.4 FX - Hubby has a Diamondback but I don't remember the model

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I have no idea. I just installed an app on my iPhone so I can start tracking my speed.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? This was me when I was 36 pregnant.


What is the biggest lie you've ever told? I'm not sure.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Cycling with my dog.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I always enjoy going out with Crixus, my Boxer.

[black diamond]

Real name: Robin
Where do you live? Seattle
Explanation of your handle: I like to ski
Age (general or specific): late 40's
Occupation: College professor
Favorite bike: Jamis Quest
What's in your stable? Jamis Quest, Cannondale Jekyll
Fastest speed on a road bike? hmm.. that depends...Uphill or down?
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I told someone I didn't care about them
Most memorable moment on my bike: 1st Century
Most fun ever had on a bike? 1st time crossing a skinny, teeter totter, and riding drops without being last in line and without falling.

[barrelgal]

Real name: Megan
Where do you live? Houston, Tx
Explanation of your handle: I was a barrel racer for years (rodeo event)
Explanation of your avatar: Flower spotted on my last trip to China
Age (general or specific): 28
Occupation: IT Professional (at least that's what my business cards say, sounds rather boring!)
Favorite bike: one with 2 wheels and pedals
What's in your stable? 2005 Specialized Roubaix Elite Ultegra/105 Mix
Fastest speed on a road bike? I have no clue
Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have any yet I need to work on that
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I'm good for at least another 10 miles
Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding in Trinidad and seeing monkeys swinging from the trees above me

[girlontheroad]

Hi all, technically started riding about a year and 1/2 ago but really caught the bug this spring and summer.

Real name: Chris
Where do you live? Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Explanation of your handle: I travel (and now I ride) so both are me on the road!

Explanation of your avatar: my bike

Age (general or specific) 45

Occupation: Autism Educational Consultant / College Professor

Favorite bike: whatever bike I'm riding at the moment

What's in your stable? Trek 7000 Hybrid, Trek Lexa SLX

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: not so much a lie, but avoiding telling my mother what I spent on a bike--she would be horrified!

Most memorable moment on my bike: not sure, haven't gotten that far

Most fun ever had on a bike? Just wandering and exploring
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[2wheelr]

Real name: Rose
Where do you live? Eastern Suffolk County, NY
Explanation of your handle: Bikes have 2 wheels. (I couldn't think of anything else)
Age (general or specific): 45
Occupation: WAHM, (candles, soaps...)
Favorite bike: My New raleigh Capri 2.0
What's in your stable? Raleigh Capri 2.0, Pacific 3500sx MTB
Fastest speed on a road bike? No clue
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I try not to lie, and it gets me in trouble constantly.
Most memorable moment on my bike: Biking in camp as a kid. I biked through Lake Placid NY, right after the Winter Olympics and got to tour olympic village!
Most fun you ever had on a bikeDoing the 200 mile trip with camp, great fun and friends
Another picture of yourself or your ride?
I am the photographer, there are really no pictures of me. I'll see if I can convince someone to pick up the camera and take one!