Thanks Sailguy,
I know that area well. Used to rent a place next to Hakone Gardens on Big Basin.
So you ride through Monte Vista, Steven Creek Res., Pierce Rd., Saratoga on a daily commute. WOW. My commute is similar to Andys. Monterey Hwy, 7th st. Naglee Park and north SJ residential is OK, but you have some prime south bay scenery. Last month the Acacias were blooming, now the mustards and yellow wood sorrel fill the fields and poppies along the road. Take it all in. In a few months it will be dry grass and golden fields and still very beautiful.
Steve