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Finally got in a commute to work today. Loved it! Now hoping the storms (I don't care about rain, but do about lightning) hold off so I can get home safely when I leave this afternoon.

Nice ride to/from work. My travel is short as it is about 1.25 mi each way.

I have to laugh though....I ride pretty aggressively on my Trek Pure Lowstep, which is funny because BlueBell is not an...

Stopped at the LBS on the way home last night and had the fenders reinstalled. I did an okay job on the back fender, but totally botched the front fender. I always considered myself somewhat...

Today was my first commute in the rain. Thanks to all the great advice here, it was pretty straightforward. The only problem I had was that I can't seem to get my front fender (installed last...

So happy that I covered my saddle with a shower cap last night! When I went outside to saddle up to go to work, there was a heavy layer of dew all over everything - but I had a nice and dry seat on...

It was a cool 39 this morning but my toes were warm in my sandals since I wore socks (took off at the office - they looked kinda goofy!) My fingers were a little cold, too, but nothing I couldn't...

Things I learned on my ride home: I hate leaving my bike parked outside overnight. But carrying her up and down the stairs constantly simply won't do.

I was surprised at the difference it made! My particular basket holds very little weight/volume, so a back rack and panniers are important. (of course, that is when I ask - do I spend the money here...

Today I took BlueBell (my Trek Pure lowstep) on her first foray to the office.

I learned a few things.
--Not sure about the front basket. Made the steering a little wonky. We'll see how I feel...