Well actually I won't be riding for awhile either... putting any pressure on the arm is pretty excruciating--even in 2wks I don't think I will be quite up to the 10mi commute. Too bad too... I was really looking forward to riding to class on the first day. I think I might try the briefcase idea... see if Dad has an old one I can borrow for awhile. When I do ride back I might throw a rack on the back and strap the bag, I kinda like that idea.