Town you live in? I'm in Lexington, originally from Illinois.

What led to you joining CRW and what do you enjoy most about being a member? I first joined after discovering bicycle tours as being a great way to explore other countries. I stopped after having two kids and then rejoined last year to find other cyclists with whom I could ride.

What is your best advice for a new club member? Join rides and make friends with other members who ride at similar speeds and with whom you “click.” Last summer, I made some friends from the “fast group” on the Lexington Social Revolutions rides; and we have been riding together ever since. They are now among my best friends; and we all support and encourage each other. Joining them for rides also provides extra motivation.

When did you become a Ride Leader? Just this spring!

What led to you becoming a ride leader? To help make the Lexington Social Revolutions ride a regular feature.

What types of rides are you planning on leading? Mostly, the Lexington Social Revolutions ride.

How long have you been cycling, and what initially got you interested in the sport? I had a bike in college and became interested in mountain biking after joining NEMBA soon after I moved here. Taking bike tours made me appreciate road cycling even more, as I could maintain a more consistent effort and cover more ground.

What is your favorite thing about cycling? The beauty of transporting myself with such an efficient and timeless device (the bicycle); and, of course, riding with friends or family is even better. Plus, I know of no better way to intimately explore a place.

How many miles a year do you typically ride? I am currently on track to ride about 3,700 miles this year (more than 10/day, which is the most I have ever done).

What is your greatest cycling accomplishment? Completing the Cape Town Cycle Tour last spring, which is 109 km along the western cape of South Africa. My new goal is to complete my first imperial century this fall.

What is your favorite road or trail to ride on? The best trail I have ever ridden is the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail from Anchorage, Alaska–bald eagles, bears, so much nature.

What is your favorite route to ride? My favorite local trail is the Bruce Freeman rail trail. I also appreciate my work commute–Minuteman Bikeway to Green Line extension path.

What is your favorite post-ride food or drink? I start earlier–I love a mid-ride coffee / snack break at a nice cafe, such as Ferns or the Harvard General Store.