This is my first visit and post. I have a wonderful 2 way commute every day. It is only about 10 miles each way but I am able to ride a pathway system along the Bow River almost the whole way. On hot days, there is a nice breeze off the river and shaded sections with high polars. On cooler days the trees offer some shelter and the slightly rolling track I can raise my cadence to warm up. On most days from April to October, I encounter Canada geese, pelicans, squirels, gophers and occasionally mounted police (bikes and horses). By riding both directions, I cut about 30 minutes a day from my commute time ( public transportation or svo). I am excited about finding this forum by listening to fredcast.