I just bought mine on Friday, specifically for commuting. My first commute is Monday. I did go ahead and put fenders on it. I got a quick-release Topeak rack and bag also, but don't plan to leave that on unless I have something specific to carry. Normally I don't need to carry much back and forth. Maybe I'll start carrying more clothes instead of leaving a load once a week when I come in by car.

I like the feel of the bike so far. I may switch out the 700/38 tires to 700/28 road slicks though. Not too crazy about the cross-brake levers. They kind of interfere with my Dinotte front headlight.

I'm keeping the little ding-ding bell for now though