Hey all,
I'm relocating from Seattle to MPLS this summer for grad school.

Any tips, recommendations, etc?
Is there a big bicycle culture there?
Do drivers share the road?
Good LBSs? Recomendations?
What is it like in winter? Can I use my fixie (42:16) or should I convert my mtn to a SS and go super low gearing?

Off-topic:
Any cool neighborhood tips? I'm looking for an artist live/work studio as well. If anyone knows anything about the art community there that would be a HUGE help.

Mess gigs? I'll be going to school in St. Paul and a friend from there mentioned Metro Legal? What are the working conditions like? Are you 1099 or W2?

Thank you in advance if any of you can answer any of my questions. I'm freaked out at leaving Seattle, but excited at the potential of MPLS.