I don't really have a choice on route selection. The only other streets that cross the highway are even larger/busier then the closest. At the time of morning I'll be out and about (0545) or so, there is almost no pedestrian traffic, and actual traffic is pretty light. Good point to who ever it was, that in the dark with appropriate gear you're even more visible then during the day. I hadn't considered that, and that made me feel better about being on the road proper in the dark morning. The plan currently is a glow-vest around my back pack, and one on my self, plus front and rear lights on the bike. Probably add an LED head lamp and red flasher on my bag too.

-Jenrick