Originally Posted by
cyccommute
I would suggest that you put off starting to commute until the spring. That way you can get more experience under your belt and amass the lights, clothes and equipment you need during the summer. Then you'll be ready to plunge into the night.
Start now while there is a bit of a last gasp of summer left, and before daylight savings time kicks in.
But, also expect that if you already have a car/bus/etc, that it will be OK to take some time off this winter, and resume in the Spring.
If you start now, you'll start learning what works and doesn't work for you early, and you'll be better prepared for next Spring/Summer. Also, by February/March, you may be ready to get back on the bike. If you put it off, maybe June?