For those who might be reading this thread from last to first post, this is a suggested template to describe your commute.
Title
Route:….
Road conditions / surfaces:….
Traffic:….
Environment:….
Hills:….
Frequency:….
Departure time:….
Bike:….
Bike name:.…
Cargo:….
Illumination (to see and be seen):....
Helmet / Mirror:….
Destination:
Parking:….
Cleanup:….
Amenities:….
Departure time:….
Alternative Transportation:….
Just Reply With Quote, Copy, Remove "[ /QUOTE ]," insert into ….(spaces), and post.
Further suggestions welcome.