Zipp and Dmann, I know you guys are out riding those Wachusett, north of Worcester, made for Major Taylor, hills.
Timber of the healed head, I hope you're working up to the 17 mile commuter but in this weather it must be sweet. Throw in a few long rides as you get closer and P-town will be a breeze with those miles. If You're biking in the Bridgewater area, I was just in Carver area. Very nice biking roads and Dave's Diner in Middleboro is like a magnet to my compass.
Mtalinm, Janders, Ortcuttt and bikinggrrl, how go the washed roads?

I rode through 6 inches of water on Claybrook in Dover and several 1/2inch "wash" areas. I hummed and hawed about what to wear in this warm weather but my bike was very clear about the fenders.