Old 02-08-10, 11:24 AM
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corkscrew
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Sorry for the loss of the DL, but be glad bike commuting is a reward in itself.

Layer up to be cold for the first bit. Maybe look at adding a rack/pannier bags and fenders to that shiny new trek. Make sure it fits you well, although that's probably less important for your short commute.

I highly recommend thrift stores for bike clothes on the cheap. I picked up a rain/wind light jacket and a few tight fitting wool sweaters for a song, and they are working rather well. I use wool GI issue glove liners from the Army/Navy store inside my ski gloves. Not ideal but cheap and very warm.
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