After talking to people on the phone the other day at my ortho place and being told I could ride and taking in Surly Girly LHT for a makeover which includes higher bars so I decided on Albatross with cork grips and twine and a Ritchey ajustable stem to get me through the shoulder replacements new positions and fat Geax Tattoo tires for extra cushion and a new wicker basket because it's cute and now that the LHT will look like a city cruiser I was told yesterday by the PA I will have to wait at least another month before I can ride. I am unable to commute. Good luck this winter with your commutes and have fun. I will be thinking of commuting for now.