Hullo, Torontonians:

I'm currently living in suburban Michigan, but I have transferred to York University and will be moving to TO in the fall. Just today I secured residence at a nice place in the Annex (Euclid & College/Bathurst), and I'm excited for the transition. Onto the bikery!

Lately I've been riding my father's old '93 Trek, but it's in bad shape. Just about every component has been dinged, dented or bent to the point where it just barely functions. In any event, I didn't plan on keeping the thing as it is too small. I suggested on the main SSFG forum that I was thinking of a Surly Steamroller, all-weather (for now) to commute to school (no easy task -- 18.5 km) and work, if I can get an off-campus permit. I also considered messengering for work, but that seems like more of a pipe dream as I have been out of riding for years until about a month or so ago.

Anyway, I was curious of your opinions of the viability of the Steamroller in Toronto, what sort of modifications I might need to make for the city, and also I just wanted to introduce myself. Ever since my admission to York, I have been secretly lurking this thread to see what's up, and I must say you all seem like a very friendly bunch.

Cheers,
Tyler.