Not a girl, but I have done this from time to time depending on where I worked. It can be a PITA and discouraging. Cycle-commuting's really fun in general. When I would take days off it was usually because of the grind of constantly looking over my shoulder when changing or trying not to get caught at the sink. Kudos to you for deciding to commute despite all the obstacles. Your employer sure isn't making it easy on you.