ya.... as much as i hate headwinds... i REALLY hate side winds!... especially the strong gusts that we get here in the desert! i hate that feeling of being practically blown off the road!

i know i'm not fast... NEVER claimed to be! what i do have i endurance and stamina.... i like to ride... but as much as it irritates hubby... i don't "train" so i'm not getting any faster (i ride... not train).... we have a local 3 mile 6% average grade hill... and i'm lucky to maintain 9mph on it (with no headwind)