So I recently relocated and a commute by bike is doable, some street riding, much of it on a dedicated MUP.

Sunday I bought a 2012 Kona Jake. Got a great deal on it, still new, etc. I ride a roadie as well, but quickly realized the roads here were not going to be kind to the roadie. AND I'm hoping to do CX either this year or next.

There's a gym downstairs from my office, which I've joined so I now have access to a shower when I get here. I'm also going to workout several days a week.

All the pieces (waiting on my pack though) are in place.

Was it hard for you guys to actually "start" commuting?

Was there some initial trepidation?

Or is it just me?