Cold and Windy

Novembr 17, 2009

What a ride. It was a bright sunny day. Temperature was in the low 40s and the wind was out of the north. I told Rene I would head south today since I had been going north the last several times. BIG mistake. The wind must have been blowing about 15 mph right out of the north. Flags were blowing straight away. Heading out I was doing over 20 miles an hour and not even peddling. I knew I was in trouble for the ride back.

When I turned for home, it became a whole different ride. I put the gear almost to the easiest one I could. Didn't help. I just put my head down and peddled. It was like I was going up a 10 mile hill. Definitely one of the windiest rides I have had.

Had on the right amount of clothing. 3 layers,socks (which I never wear), full gloves and tights. Kept me warm. I am not concerned for the winter cold. Wound up doing 20 miles in 1:26. Felt more like 30 miles.

Phil