Offering her perspective and insights as a newer member of CRW is Heidi Greulich!

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Where are you from originally?

I grew up and went to college in New Jersey, then Rockefeller University in New York City for grad school in biology, and then I came up to Cambridge/Boston area for my postdoc and have been here ever since.

When did you start cycling, and what got you into it?

I started cycling in New York City, as there was no good subway connection from the Upper East Side, where the Rockefeller was, to my boyfriend at the time who lived in Chelsea, on the lower west side.

When did you join CRW, and what brought you to the club?

Some friends, including my husband, wanted to do a ride where we could each ride with a group going at our own speed.  We did the Social Revolutions ride, and I met some super nice people to ride with, since the guys I was with did faster rides.

What type of cycling do you enjoy the most?

I'm a roadie, so scenic routes outside of Boston (or in Europe) are great.

What’s your favorite ride or route?

I'm still a lot slower than I was before I had my son (who just started college), so I've been enjoying the Praline Croissant ride on Friday mornings, which conveniently leaves a couple of blocks from my house.

What has been your favorite moment or experience with CRW?

The Mystic Lakes paceline, when I'm able to keep up!

What advice would you give a new CRW member?

The club members are great - find a ride or rides that work for you and enjoy.

What’s a fun fact about you (cycling or non-cycling)?

I've done both the Alpe d'Huez and Mt. Ventoux in my younger/stronger days. 

What do you enjoy most about being part of CRW?

Meeting new people, who conveniently like to ride.