That was a fun read, thanks Geonz.

My dear partner and I are currently visiting my home town (Montreal - we currently live in Vancouver and it's his first time in Montreal) and I got us a pair of beater bikes to commute to work/school (6 km trip one way) and get bagels (or ice cream) in the evenings. They're in not-so-good shape but they take us places. At first he was not convinced but this morning we used it on our commute for the first time and he had a great time, and admitted it was way nicer than the subway or, of course, the car (which we had to use before for a midnight bagel). I also had a great time, despite the broken spokes and the occasional heel kick I have to give to the stand so it stays out of the way of the pedal.

We both have racy road bikes that we ride nearly every day. But the Road King (his) and the Galaxy (mine) are just as exciting, in their own way.

So yes, commuting on a bike is fun and uplifting. Even if people don't do it every day, a few times a week is great, and has so many benefits.