Originally Posted by
ascherer
Not being as robust as some here today is my first commute for the season, and the first commute on the third incarnation of my Raleigh International - this time as an internal-geared upright townie. Even though I've been doing weekend errands on my bike and a couple of longer rides in the 20-25 mile range, I was a bit out of breath with the morning headwinds adding to the small rollers in Central Park. But it sure feels good to ride to work and this may be the earliest start in recent years.
I don't think it's robustness as much as insanity?! That's a beautiful bike and reminds me how grateful I am that I can store my bike inside. I'd be worried all day about leaving mine locked outside. I don't mind rain when I'm prepared for it. There was 0% chance of rain this 40 degree morning, but there was a foggy, spitting drizzle that was a lot wetter than I expected... so didn't wear rain gear. YUCK!