Reserve sucks anywhere. As a commuter your best bet is to bid what you can hold a line on fastest. The worst line is better than the best reserve (if you commute) simply because it is more predictable and you can plan your life a lot better. Good luck with the Big D! Military to airline is a bit of an adjustment but it is totally worth it in my opinion. My mantra is if my commander, my chief pilot and my significant other are all mad at me for spending too much time with the other two, i am spread about right for the month!