I used to ride to SMU from Fair Oaks and Greenville (about 4 miles). I
timed both driving and riding during rush hour and riding was the
clear winner. Driving was faster outside of rush hour. In San
Francisco I can sometimes even walk faster than driving! Another thing
about CA drivers is they seem to have greater respect for cyclists. We
need to figure out how that came to be. Maybe it's because cycling is
seen as a true alternative means of transportation.