Loaded up the "mule" for my commute today. I have a package to mail and didn't feel like driving just for that reason, plus the weather is supposed to be nice for a change. So I moved my lights and other gear to my touring bike, loaded up the panniers with clothes and extra food for the office, and strapped the package to the rear rack. The commute took about 3 minutes longer than usual, which is not bad considering that I was carrying about 20 lbs of extra cargo this morning. It should be an easier ride home with a much lighter load, warm temperatures and possibly a tailwind for a change.