Much success!

The bike did great! A couple bolts loosened. The handlebar clamp and one of the fender supports backed off. I've done a nut and bolt once home just to snug it all up again.

The route was good. There are no bike Lanes but it's almost all four Lane roads with a 30mph speed limit. There are a couple miles where the limit is 40 but I feel comfortable that there is another Lane going my direction.

This is the first time in my life that I've ever worn a bicycle helmet. It's a little uncomfortable and sweaty but I guess I'll get used to it.

The biggest problem is I've got to figure out what's causing my arm pain and hand numbness. I've been home a couple hours and my pinky and ring fingers in both hands are still numb. That won't do.