Greetings everyone!

Does anyone have any experience with the GT Nomad Sport as a commuter bike? The LBS here has a few and I just wanted to see what the experienced folks here think of this bike. I'm in the market for my first commuter (I previously owned a MTB for several years).

By the way, I'm a complete newb. I've been trying to build up the nerve and take the plunge and start commuting via bicycle to work. The commute would be 5.7 miles each way, 5 days a week.

Thanks!