getting to know you
Real name: Christine
Where do you live? Minot, North Dakota
Explanation of your handle: I am pretty much eclectic in everything I do and think, decorating, activities, politics, philosophy.
Explanation of your avatar: huh need to look that one up
Age (general or specific) 50 on Dec 25th!
Occupation: Art teacher
Favorite bike: I love them all
What's in your stable? Specialized Sequoia and an old Schwinn High plains sierra
Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 40.5, June 25 2006, going down Medowbrook hill at the end of a perfect 57 mile day ( better down that hill than up!)
Another picture of yourself or your ride? No pix
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I choose to forget - that way I can always plead ignorance
Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding the 2nd day after getting my new clipless pedals, went out for a LSD ride with a local legend. The company and information gleaned was great. Rode the longest distance I had done to date - 48 miles, and was still able to go home and do a few things. And riding 7.5 miles up the going to the sun hwy (in the rain) it was only open that far due to blasting and snow. Met 3 x-country cyclists, had a visit and went with them for supper
Most fun ever had on a bike? Fun or agony why do some of the hardest moments end up being considered fun. The second day of a supported tour it started to rain for the last 8 miles (real drops, not the weenie misty stuff,) Got in a pace line, a couple of good looking young guys (may be that is why it became fun) started pulling and the speed increased from 14mph to 18 mph. Rolled into town soaking wet but with a great sense of accomplishment
It's about the journey and being in the moment, not about the destination