I would take this a stage further.When you commute on a recumbent even more of reality.As a recumbent rider you are in the minority.People that are prejudiced should ride recumbents
they will then see just how people react to something different.
For example my wife was talking to a man in our street,he actually
believed that i was a bit mentally difficient because I ride a recumbent.And I know people who have been attacked just for riding recumbents.
Conclusion,IF ITS DIFFERENT BASH IT.