Glad to see lots of others are finding ways to commute. Once I gave up on the excuses, (too far, too cold, too hot) I commute usually 4 0f 5 days. I live 25 miles from work, and drive a gas monster old Ford van. So I put the bike into the van drive 10 miles to an area where a bike path starts and commute from there. Round trip 30 miles. I have to go on road for only 3- 4 miles, and I can pick less travelled streets. The best part I think is not sitting at red lights inching forward to get out of town in my un air conditioned ugly van. Now I hop on the bike, take the path which is along a beautiful waterfront for the first few miles. Living in N. Ontario limits the season to ride, so I try not to use the too hot excuse these days. We don't have shower facilities at work, but do have a big washroom with baby change table. So I can put all my stuff out on it. I keep towels soap etc at work, (spare u.w too) My hair is naturally curly, so I just spritz it with water, put on some gel for frizz, and it looks better than when I don't ride. I feel better than I have in years. I'm 51, today is my 27th wedding anniversary, I coach my daughter's softaball team, I play slo pitch and ball hockey, and I really think it's biking that has kept me in shape. I have a horrendous family history of heart disease, so I am hoping all of this will keep that particular wolf away from my door as well ... have a great day Paintgirl