And I have to say it was great. My office just moved over the weekend. Previously it was only two miles from my home and since I could take an hour for lunch I would drive and then come home for a nap at lunch. But now my office is 8 miles away==a perfect commute. It was chilly morning and I was cold at first but warmed up quickly. My route follows the Penobscot River which was misty and beautiful. About 35 minutes with my pack fully loaded and lots of good natured ribbing from my (impressed) co-workers. Came home the longer way --12 miles with more hills. It was lovely. What a good way to live!