Originally Posted by
pharasz
Congratulations on your first commute. Bicycle commuting will give you a different perception of reality. Now, you must understand that most people around you will be incapable of comprehending this new reality. Only you will understand it. I'm sure I've insulted a couple of people when I've told them bicycle commuting made me realize the definition of insanity is driving your car to spin class.
Started cycle-commuting in February of '87 and this is the most insightful explanation of why one would want to engage in this particular activity I've yet to run across. Print it and post it on your refrigerator.
Btw, congrats on your decision to ride.