I do a 45min commute every workday year round. One thing I don't skimp on is foul weather gear. My jacket, which happens to be Showers Pass, I use year round. Makes for a great outer shell in winter. I use the Showers Pass Touring shoe covers. And those keep my feet totally dry in a steady downpour. The pants I have are O2's and those work good also. I use a waterproof fishing glove that isn't very waterproof. But they keep my hands warm in a chilly rain. Good gear makes for a comfortable ride no matter what the weather is. In winter its Sport Hill cross-country ski gear.