Guys, what is a good way to deal with headwinds? It's the most irritating thing I encounter while riding. I try to plan my rides accordingly, but how can I make riding into headwinds easier?
Don't fight them.
Some people try to maintain the same speed into a headwind. If you do that, you'll just burn your legs up (if you don't burn your legs up, it means your normal speed is too low). When you're cruising, your effort level and cadence should be constant. Your speed will vary because of wind and other factors. Your gears allow you to maintain constant cadence and effort while your speed varies.