Originally Posted by old and new
The only good thing about headwinds is they simulate hills in flat regions.I hate them more than hills though. Freddie Maertens a truly great racer, maybe the best sprinter ever,used to train in headwinds for that reason.Belgiam has no hills.Many great cyclists. Part of Belgiam has hills,Walonia,the French part NOT the Flemish regions though.
We may not have big climbs but if you ride in the right locations you can find some that will break you off. It is spring now and the wind is in full speed. Trust me I know.