Hi, new here. I started biking a couple of years back when I lived in NC. Went through a couple of life changing events that ended with me packing up and moving to East LA where I only knew one person. Life has settled down again, and I've bought a new Giant Cypress from one of my LBSs for commuting to work. I average 12 miles a day, and usual work 8-5, so I get the beautiful California mornings along with a healthy dose of sun in the afternoon. On my commute heading home I had 2 cars pull out of their driveways in front of me. (almost crashed into the first car)

Other than that I ride on a great trail for most of the trip, I love biking to work. I actually feel more energetic and happier since I started last week.