Kevin Cunniffe2d ago
Yesterday’s ride was a tough one. I have struggled with motivation and confidence to go far but yesterday I was up early so decided to ride a hilly, gravelly route to Sherwood Pines and back. The first half went well, flying along even on the hills and then I turned for home. The wind was blowing strongly and I crawled home getting more and more tired, pedalling down hills. I am sure I will feel the benefit eventually. #BikeTooter
Show threadrand ❌👑

@Blackhound After a ride where I went downwind first and had to battle it all the way home, I try to go upwind, and have the wind at my back on the return. Not always possible, and winds change direction too.

Keep at it, it gets easier!

Mar 25 at 6:29pmWeb
Show threadKevin Cunniffe1d ago
@rand I am old enough to know better! I hadn’t realised just how windy the day was. First thing in the morning it was quite still.
Show threadrand ❌👑1d ago

@Blackhound I usually check direction before I head out, but sometimes it is still. Around here, unless there is a storm, the wind always comes from the NNW from spring to fall. So when in doubt I go that way.

Nothing like slugging upwind or uphill to put a downer on your ride!