Getting to Know You!

[CAS]

Real name: Cynthia

Where do you live? San Diego, CA

Explanation of your handle: huh, what handle?

Explanation of your avatar: Don't have one

Age (general or specific) 62

Occupation: retired

Favorite bike: currently Specialized Sirrus Expert

What's in your stable? Currently I only have one bike (Specialized Sirrus Expert), but will be purchasing another (looking at the Ruby Elite) within a couple of mos.; I made the grave mistake of getting rid of my Paramount PDG--I LOVED that bike, we had many, many memorable rides together. I also had (but got rid of) a Specialized Stumpjumper Comp--I got too old for the mountain biking.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? don't remember--I am just now getting back into cycling after a three year hiatus. Most likely going downhill from a mountain going into Palm Desert. I do remember "white knuckling" it.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Nope

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding with the big boys in my 40's and keeping up with them.

Most fun I've ever had on my bike: I went on the yearly San Diego Hostel Christmas Ride (San Diego to Palm Desert and back). It was a six day trip, and had the BEST time. I plan on going on this again in 2015.

[RoseRuns]

Real name: Rose

Where do you live? North Carolina

Explanation of your handle: I identify myself primary as a runner who fell back in love with road biking during a lengthy running injury

Explanation of your avatar: Me on a run in the woods. Where I feel most at home.

Age (general or specific) 37

Occupation: Vaccine researcher

Favorite bike: Any pretty road bike

What's in your stable? I ride a 2005 Trek 1000WSD. She's not much, but she's mine and I love her. I have pipe dreams to save up for a newer one in the next couple of years.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Don't really know, but I will say I get a little scared past the high-20's which is usually going down hill.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Don't have many

Most memorable moment on my bike: No specific memory. I primary ride in rural NC and just love being outside.

Most fun I've ever had on my bike: Any time when I find that "sweet spot" in the gears, cruising along, feeling strong.