A cap with a long bill will help w/ the water in your face.
What kind of shoes were you wearing? Plenty of
waterproof/winter shoes available, I use Lake.
17 mile commute one way.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hheUc-zlfiM&feature=plcp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7jfcWEkSrI