Originally Posted by
Samuikon
Today's commute was rather pleasant. In the morning, I was riding against the wind, but there wasn't too much resistance. The ride home was helped by the wind. I cross two sets of railroad tracks, so I time my rides almost perfectly so I won't have to stop for a passing train. Traffic wasn't too heavy going to or from work. It's a mile ride, only 10 minutes tops, and it feels great.
I have a short commute too, 1.7 miles each way. Do you work in Elgin, or is that to the Metra station? If you're like me, you'll find that as you get used to it, 1 mile is nothing any more. I got home from work today and felt like riding more, so I took the bike to the post office, stopped by the train station on the way home to switch lock cables and made a 9.3 mile ride out of it. Now, the endorphines are worn off and I'm ready to hit the hay. I probably should shower first...
I was going to gripe a little about the wind, but the last time I did that, it rained pretty much all week. Bring on the wind, and save the rain.