So as the title says, I'm looking for some insight on Richmond, VA. I'm going to be visiting Richmond in a few weeks to check it out for a possible relocation. I know that I'm going to get a first hand look, but I'm wondering what current residents of Richmond think about daily bike commuting year round.

I'm currently in San Diego, CA. and have only commuted here by bicycle. I lived in both Seattle & Austin also and used bikes as my only form as transportation for a number of years now. Obviously some cities are better than others as far as commuting, culture, road conditions, & weather, but I'm interested to hear what it is like to only commute by bike in Richmond, if there is anybody on here that does exactly that.

I wouldn't describe San Diego as the most bike friendly city, except for it being perpetual summer, but it isn't horrible and I can get around via bike (although sometimes on very sketchy roads with tons of traffic and no bike lanes). But I'm looking for a city that has more going on. More music, more art, more affordable houses, etc.

If you commute & don't use/own a car in Richmond, what can you tell me about riding there?