Hello, I’m Michele, and I grew up in Bronx.  I’m a fairly new commuter cyclist in New York.  I was introduced to commuter cycling in 2013 through my neighbor and friend who is a 5BBC.  At that time I worked at a non-profit in Chelsea and a bike lane was right on my street.  I didn’t immediately transform into a cyclist.  At first I was filled with fear and trepidation.  I was determined and focused on becoming a stronger cyclist.  I made it a priority to ride on the West Side Green path.