Crosswinds are more difficult for me than headwinds. I am but a lowly commuter and I took side streets on the way home from work to get away from some of today's hot onslaught.

Earlier this year, I remember flying north on Damen then turning onto Milwaukee going NW during a windy rainstorm. As I entered the intersection, I was blown sideways so hard I ended up on the sidewalk and nearly taking out someone about to cross the street. It was an amazing feeling.