Reddit mentions of Rodeo M3 Fit Over Prescription Rx No Blind-spot Driver Day & Night Wrap Around Sun Glasses (Amber)

I think it's great that you're thinking about commuting by bike--I'm a year-round commuter here in Duluth and it's definitely possible.

If you can borrow a bike, try riding your route and see how many times you have to shift. That'll be helpful in knowing how many gears to look for (10 speed, 21 speed).

There are plenty of great brands out there. Am currently on a Soma frame, have used Surly, Trek, and Raleigh in the past for commuting. Have heard good things about All-City, Jamis, and Salsa.

Truthfully, getting into bike commuting can be pretty expensive at first (bike, clothing, lights, tires, etc) so don't feel like you need a really pricy bike to get started if you don't want to invest that much.

If cost is an issue you can go pretty far with a used hybrid or mountain bike with the right tires and front/rear lights.

I've always commuted in winter on Nokian W106s but there are plenty of well-regarding winter tires out there.

In icy conditions the studs will give you a big boost in performance and safety--they'll be essential if you're going to climb hills during a Duluth winter.

The right winter tires can get a ton of performance out of an ordinary bike. Any bike shop in Duluth will be able to give you good advice and can let you know which size you'll need (700c, 26"). There are a lot of videos online on how to change bike tires that'll help.

Also, a neoprene facemask will make your commute much more comfortable. When it gets below 10 degrees or so you'll need some kind of eye covering. You can certainly ride in ski goggles but that's pretty expensive if you don't already own them. Thankfully you can buy a pair of light-colored sunglasses for pretty cheap that should be okay.

Good luck out there! Feel free to message me if you've got any questions.