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Old 11-08-2012, 07:19 PM   #2
Mike P
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Originally Posted by ProfessorM View Post
I rode the bike into that NE wind from Pleasant Street to the corner before the oil tanks this morning around 7 and I almost had a heart attack. Took me about 10 minutes too. Didn't even have to peddle on way back. On way home from work today at 4 going over the Bourne Bridge I almost went 2 lanes over in a gust. One of the worst crossings I have ever experienced in 25 years of driving back and forth daily.
I've ridden the length of the Canal into 30 mph winds, and even in my low gears and at my level of fitness, it ain't easy. It's like climbing an 8% grade hill---for 7 miles.

I can imagine it on a heavy bike, with two rods and gear in the baskets. At least you picked the right way to start and finish.

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