Originally Posted by Marylandnewbie

Well I finally did it. I moved from a short commute to the Metro station, to the full ride from my house to the office. Its about 11-1/2 miles from door to door on a very nice MUP. What a wonderful ride through a country club, past ritzy homes through an old railroad tunnel and over several dedicated bridges. Then along the C & O Canal and alongside the Potomac. It was about 38 degrees, but dry and no wind.
Since it was my first time I spent more time than desirable shifting gear and clothing around to get comfortable (I refuse to divulge how long it took me, until I can do it in a more respectable time). I think I have more tinkering to do to find a good set of clothing, but other than cold toes things went pretty well.
I'll have to see how the trip home goes when things should be a little more uphill.