I'm a "born and raised" Okie and have lived here for 45 years and have been riding a bike for much of that time. I haven't read your article yet or the comments following it but here is my prediction: Some mention of WIND.

ETA: I was curious about what your bike is so I went back to your blog and saw your photo and immediately was reminded of some of the family members of one of my best friends and then I saw your name. Do you have an uncle who is a veterinarian and another who was a science teacher for years? Do you have cousins named Steven, David and James? Do you have a cousin who is a professional musician? The family I know has roots in Tulsa and small town near Tulsa...maybe Chandler? The guys tend to be tall, analytical and to have a very adventurous spirit.