Yeah it's still there, I rode it the other day with my road bike/23c tires without problem. When I build up my commuter I'm either going to put heavy puncture-resistant 23's on or use bigger tires. Haven't decided yet.
Hills are no problem, it's mostly the distance/suck-factor that'll get me. But, I'll give it a go and see. Worst case scenario I'll just take the bus, per eibeinaka's suggestion. Thanks for the replies, all!
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