Irulan - What part of Chicago did you grow up in?

I had a "hi I'm new here thread" somewhere around here, so I won't write too much

I've been biking for about 7 years now, started after college when I was living in Chicago. Since I'm from the flatlands of Chicago, I'm a roadie. I do have a moutain bike, but even that has more road-esque tires on it. I know, blasphemy!

I have a Trek 1200 road bike and an 850 Mtn bike. The guys in my club have to wonder why I ride an aluminum bike when they're all on carbon and steel. Guess since I don't have the jewels to knock around, I like aluminum

Personal info - I'm 28, not married but dating a great guy for the past 2 years. If we get engaged, we have to register at Nashbar. I'm starting my PhD in clinical psych in a few months, but work in IT now for the "man".

Pleased to meet y'all.