Hello From Stavanger/Sandnes Norway!
Not new to biking but new to commuting.
Because of the cost to own a car in Norway I have started commuting to work on my new bike:
2011 Trek Gary Fisher Line Montare (Love it!)
Right now riding is easy, except for the rain. The real test will come this winter when snow and ice are the norm.
My commute is short, 5 miles each way, but I moved from a warm weather climate, Okinawa Japan, and even in June, find it a little on the cold side here in Norway.
Rick