Thanks for the additional thoughts/comments. I agree about setting a good example, letting them have some responsibility. And there are plenty of people that would help me out with a ride if needed, not just the one friend. Think it's a go if the ice ever melts around here. Limited about how much moola I can spend to gear up for cold weather riding. Am pricing lights of course 'cause I'd hit the road 5:30 am. Love the internet for all the reviews. Gotta get SPD pedals and shoes. Over the years got rid of the old ones I had.

The one bike store owner I chatted with one day predicts this Spring to be very busy due to the rough winter we had. I have to agree, everyone I know has cabin fever.

cheers Linda