Well.. I finally got up the nerve to ride my Bacchetta Giro 26 to work today instead of the trusty beach cruiser.  I have to make about 18 stops on my 9 mile commute.  I was a little concerned about problems starting, which I still have occasionally.  Fortunately I am able to hit the walk button for most of the lights, which gives me lots of time to get started.  I didn't check my time, but I expect it wasn't any faster than on the beach cruiser.  Eventually I hope to knock 5 to 10 minutes off my commute time.
 
Richard Reed