I started commuting by bike to work back in March just before the time change. I love my ride to work now, not that before it was bad but riding my bike makes it so much better. I am at the point where I would much rather ride my bike than take the motor vehicle even if it is raining. The unfortunate part is that winter will surely come and I will have to start taking the motor vehicle again. I leave for work at six am so riding in the winter dark up and down what may be icy hills is not what I consider a good or safe ride. My commute is 20 miles rt. I love that I have so much more bike time now without taking away any time from my life.