When you write your intro or even reply, make it substantive and connect with something they have written.
Taking initiative to write someone first who interest you is a good idea. When you do decide to go for it and write your potential guy don't be bland or generic make your ... For detail, click here.
Write something personal when writing an email to a potential date
When writing an email to a potential date, don't just do a generic copy and paste job eg 'Hi, I saw your profile, you look nice. Anyway a little about me, I like waterspo ... For detail, click here.