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Old 10-27-10 | 10:33 AM
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Bikes: Custom Winter, Challenge Seiran SL, Fuji Team Pro, Cattrike Road/Velokit, РOS hybrid

I've ridden in 25mph+ winds many times and 50mph winds with gusts significantly higher a few times.

The latter is lots of fun, but stupid. You can find a way to deal with strong winds, but the gusts and sudden side blasts blow you all over the place. Falling trees/branches and flying debris are dangerous.

For 25-35, just gear down, tuck, and hold on while you pedal hard to go slow. Straight winds themselves are not really a problem as even if they come from the side, you can adjust. Gusts are another matter, so just use your judgment. Don't ride unless you can take a pretty wide swath.
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