[NathanUc]

I live in Indiana with 4 seasons. I do not own a car. Winters lately have been mid Dec - early March. Between those months, I'll still ride as long as the roads aren't icy. If they are, I either walk to work or take public trans (which is really good in my city).

When I lived alone, I'd go shopping every two weeks (could fit a bout $75 of well planned groceries in my backpack/tank bag). The only time I wish I had a car was when I wanted to get a cat. Apparently the animal shelter had a problem with me taking a cat home on the back of a motorcycle (kidding...). Asking to borrow a car or bum a ride isn't fun, but it's rare.

I recommend that you give it a shot. You're in Florida so weather shouldn't be too bad ever. Get some good rain gear and make sure you learn some techniques to riding in the rain (you might even grow to like it).

Personally, I feel like the minor disadvantages out weight paying for a car, it's insurance, and it's upkeep.