Being a Dutchman I find BF threads on commuting always somewhat amusing.

In my country 90+ % of the bikes are used for daily transport. To shops, schools, workplaces, where-ever. Nobody ever changes into a riding costume, works up a sweat or showers after arrival. Morning procedure goes like this:

1. get up
2. get dressed for school / work / whatever
3. look at the weather
4. decide whether to take the bike / car /bus / train
5. leave