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Old 04-03-22 | 10:18 AM
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sd5782
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Bikes: 1964 Huffy Sportsman, 1972 Fuji Newest, 1973 Schwinn Super Sport (3), 1982 Trek 412, 1983 Trek 700, 1989 Miyata 1000LT, 1991 Bianchi Boardwalk, plus others

Mostly I was referencing just dead air drag, but it’s pretty much the same sort of aero effect with headwinds thrown in except obviously to a greater degree. Last year before retirement I had a day ride planned to see my parents 20 miles away. The day approached and wind forecast was greater. I had it planned, and darn it, I was going to do it. BIG wind on the way back. Easily 25 mph right at me. Strongest winds I ever rode in. Had the miyata triple in 2nd easiest gear on level ground. No coasting as you would come to a dead stop in 25yards. I survived but won’t forget. Stupid I was.
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