When I commuted, I road a cheapie MTB so that I could dive off the side of the road if I needed too (I live in Tucson, BTW. Snowbirds and college kids...).

The price on that Trek is great!! I'm not sure that I'd want all aluminum again but it looks like the seat post, etc., has some "give" to it.

Veronica - is that a green stuffed animal behind you in the picture? My percoset-adled brain can't make out what it is. What a fantastic picture and a great role model for your students!!!

We're building a new building at the University. I've been lobbying for showers and a safe place for bikes. Totally deaf ears. So much for the progressive left!!!