I commute 5.5 miles each day on an 80s Univega that I converted to a singlespeed. it has riser bars and a rack with a trunk bag in back, and a basket in front. most days I just use the basket to carry stuff. I gotta change the gearing, though, it's killing me.
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"Think of bicycles as rideable art that can just about save the world". ~Grant Petersen
Cyclists fare best when they recognize that there are times when acting vehicularly is not the best practice, and are flexible enough to do what is necessary as the situation warrants.--Me