Hey EJ,

Thank you for the post. I have been riding for three years and it has changed my life...I feel other mid-life women could also have the social, health, exercise, and on and on benefits if they could just get past the intimidation that cycling can bring. It is my dream to have this become a movement...but one has to start somewhere right?

I think it's awesome that you are helping out. There's another group of women here called the Ladies who have a weekly ride and they have a gender-challenged ride leader too. He is very strong and can help out with mechanics for the newbies who cannot yet change a tire. Thank you for doing your part...

I did a women's century in Utah in June--there were 2600 women! There were also different routes. What a powerful day to ride with so many women and be supported by a men's cycling club. I want to see that happen here. I bet Michigan would also do well with something similar. I think there are five all-women century rides around the county. I'd love to see that grow so i can have new rides to visit in other places. Please send any other ideas you may have.

Best wishes,

Sheryl Keeme

PS I posted a pic...that's me on the left at Little Red Riding Hood ride in Utah.