Originally Posted by
dandela
I unfortunately can't afford the extra 40 minutes of commute per day. I work 10 hours a day and have 3 kids that I only get to see for a few hours at night. I need that 40 more minutes with them. It's the difference between eating dinner with them or eating leftovers. I also like to spend money on bikes
I can totally relate. You shouldn't have to justify wanting a 16 mile commute to take less time. Plus, for me at least, going faster is more fun.
Short of new bike, you could get a rack like
this that mounts on your rear axle instead of needing eyelets. Instead of full fenders, get SKS raceblades and add a nice long mud flap to the front one.
If you want a new bike the Allez line from Specialized had eyelets for a rear rack as of 2005 and maybe they still do. Full fenders are still probably out though. The weight is right around 20 lbs.