So glad I live in southern CA and only have to tackle hills. Not very much wind/rain or bugs. This morning went well. Still on my once a week commute until I see how my body handles Pilates on the off days.

Lesson learned from last week: do not bring the computer home. It's down hill all the way, except for the last 15 mins of an hour ride. then it's all up hill and seems steeper than on the way in.

I think I've got the time to come in right...few cars and the people who are on the road tend to move into the left hand lane. Other riders still startle me (because they come up FAST), but I'm learning to listen for the "Stay right!".

This could become addicting....