Thanks, everyone, for the suggestions and the push in the right direction.

After much contemplation, I've decided to just drive my friggin car to work... it's way easier.

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...aaahhhh, just joshin' ya!

I spent a few hours online researching various folders, and have decided on a Swift (the Xootr version).



Oceanworks in Berkeley (on Tenth, near Ashby & San Pablo) had both colors in stock (I picked a silver one). Coincidentally(?), they're the only Swift dealer listed in California, and I am greatful for the opportunity to drop by and pedal one around the block.

Mine is bone stock and and I'm looking forward to my first commute on Wednesday.

I'm also looking forward to a few upgrades in the near future, noteably:
- Fenders
- Bar ends (and perhaps a longer stem)
- A SRAM i-Motion 9 gear hub
- Possibly a front disc conversion (we'll see...)

Also got to figure out what to do about pedals and shoes. Hmmm....

In any case (realizing I'm a mountain bike guy) I'll be sure to pop in here and post some updates in the near future. I'm pretty stoked about this car-free freedom -- BART & bus have been great -- and that's a great way to start a bike commute!