I took a slightly different route today. Last month, Los Angeles DOT messed up what used to be my regular route by installing a left-side "protected" (bollards and parking) lane on a one-way street. I was able to avoid a hill going that way, but I've decided it's better to take my chances on a regular street.

So today I took the hill route. No real difference in time, and in fact it's better than another street I was using - much wider right lane, and no construction. Came across one other commuter, riding a Soma. Nice bike. Oh, and another guy with panniers at the top of the hill. I see so few of us who ride with bags.

Only one "stupid ass" encounter on the way, not bad for a Thursday.

My "cold" morning was yesterday. SoCal cold. - mid-50s, haven't felt that in quite a while. May have to graduate to tights soon.