Catrin: 2 and Wind: 0

[Catrin]

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Of course, when I talk about wind I am talking about 20+mph winds with gusts up to 35mph. Anything more than that, I usually avoid!!!

Wow! I know how those 18-20 mph gusts felt like the other day, I can't imagine a gust up to 35! The information is helpful though and will remember it. Part of it may have been due to the upright design of my Trek 7.6 - my LHT has road bars and a very different riding position that might work better with winds. I have to get used to that first

[ColoKate]

Catrin, I have been struggling with wind so this is motivating me to get out there and get past it, thanks!

Also, do you ladies find a specific wind-proof layer is a necessity? I've been comfortable in my current layers except the last few days which have been super gusty - I can feel the wind blow right through everything I'm wearing

[annielynn]

I absolutely despise the wind. It is awful. I would climb the hills and ride in the cold/hot weather than ride in a headwind. AWFUL! Good for you getting out there.