Yes, now that I am older I find my "stick-to-itiveness" is higher. When faced with wind or hill I select the appropriate gear and pedal.

Years ago - as a boy - I remember the wind picking up in my hometown and asking my grandmother if I could head outside and see how it felt. This particular day was the now famous (locally) november wind storm with sustained winds of 100+mph. I was literally blown down the street and once or twice was several feet in the air. Great fun and not realizing the danger.

In the aftermath - the power was out for 10 days and hundreds of boats sunk and buildings disappeared. Might not have been a great day for commuting.