Congratulations from one New Englander to another. While the boxster is put away for the season, you should consider following my Danger Winter Work series. You'll be amazed on how you'll be conditioned going into the next year's driving season ! Here's a couple of sample videos !
http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/33543-winter-workout-2012-part-ii.html
http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/33006-winter-workout-2012-a.html