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Old 04-08-06, 09:07 AM
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Originally Posted by BikingCT
Speaking of headwinds...like others, I always think of a headwind as climbing a hill. However, does anyone know an approximation for headwind speed versus grade? I know it will vary but is there an approximation out there (e.g., a 10 mph headwind = 2% grade hill)?
The awesome part is climbing hills while battling the wind. I absolutely LOVE (not) the days here in CT where the wind swirls around and you never seem to get a tailwind....but plenty of head and sidewinds. It's good stuff.

I just want a day with like 0-5 mph winds. That would be great.
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