If I worked closer to work, I would bike in a second. As it is, takes me 30 mins to get in to work.

Not too often that I work at a client near enough for me to take advantage of something like that.

Jeanette, thanks for the compliments on my art!

Blast, I most certainly would wear a helmet. The helmet my dad wore when he was the victim of a hit-and-run while riding his bike to work pretty much saved his brain.

Dan, I think the pink Stellas are awfully cute. Definitely an option to consider!

I agree with Blast's "Roman Holiday" reference and the training.

There is a sharp increase of Americans using scooter / bikes for commuting to work.

http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/05/30/finding.alternatives.ireport/index.html

CNN news shows Americans from different walks of life choosing scooter as alternative form of transportation.