I've been commuting 3 miles each way on my single speed in Brooklyn for about a month now. I was all gung-ho in the beginning, prepping and planning, gearing up etc. - then I realized 3 miles doesn't require much more than a little backpack for a change of clothes. In fact, I'd get a lot more exercise if I walked the 3 miles, but that's no fun. I'm starting to think that while it's awesome to have a shower to use at work - It's overkill, most days I just need a fresh shirt.

I've fallen in love with bike commuting so much that I really want a longer ride, so I take the scenic route some days or just explore neighborhoods after work - but I love having the ability to get to work in 15 mins. if I need. For example, I raced home to beat the impending storm last thursday and got to my door just when it started raining (I was so pumped!)

Anybody else have a short commute they like to extend? Any tips or stories?