I've got a fairly short commute most days, too. I just got a 2009 Raleigh Roadster a couple of weeks ago. I LOVE it!!!! I would have loved to get the Superbe, but couldn't justify the extra cost. As it is, I think I went out on a limb, given the shakiness of my current job and all the uncertainty right now. But it sure is fun to ride! I even started riding home for lunch just so I could ride it more. Sure, lunch at home is great, but the ride in the middle of the day is a great stress reliever. I hope you like your new bike.