Riding into Strong Winds

[cfcjim]

I've tried various ways, but I can't seem to get into a good rhythm when riding into the wind. On the days I commute I seem to have areas where all I can think about is the headwind and how little progress I'm making.

 

I always wear headphones playing music or podcasts; these serve as earplugs as the sound of the rushing wind is quite painful.

 

Does anyone have any tips/techniques which help with the despair of riding directly into a 20 to 25knot headwind?

 

HTFU is not helpful (but may be the only way)............

[PeterF]

_{Get into an aero position, change into a comfortable gear and spin.}

[Dicky DQ]

What PeterF said.

['Dale]

1. Respect the wind; don't fear it.

2. It's like hill climbing - find a comfortable and sustainable rhythm / intensity that doesn't fizzle you out.

3. Plan your training course with the headwind first so you are fresher to engage it.

4. Be patient with a block wind.

[urbanroyal]

Climb more hills....the wind will be a breeze after that....

[cfcjim]

Thanks fellas. The " Respect do not fear" is a line I'm definitely going to try.

 

I can usually find a comfortable rhythm whilst climbing. I'm doing my best to strengthen the old core at the moment, which hopefully should help.

[Cellar]

Don't spin into a headwind. That is terrible advice. Don't slog a 53x11 either, but push a slightly bigger gear and stay on top of it.

[PeterF]

No offense, but I'm not sure I'd take advise on riding in wind from someone living in Gauteng.

[PeterF]

No offense, but I'm not sure I'd take advise on riding in wind from someone living in Gauteng.

Edited February 14, 2014 by PeterF

[Cellar]

Yeah, cause obviously we've only ever ridden in GP.

[TALUS]

No offense, but I'm not sure I'd take advise on riding in wind from someone living in Gauteng.������

Then dont ask the question on the Hub.

[udxcob]

touchy friday

[Cellar]

touchy friday

 

Yeah. Us lot in GP are busy winding our stress levels up for the drive home momentarily.

[Bateleur1]

Yeah, cause obviously we've only ever ridden in GP.

 

Seems we don't have wind in GP .... I must have missed the memo.

[Skubarra]

No offense, but I'm not sure I'd take advise on riding in wind from someone living in Gauteng.������

 

Haha! I'll definitely will take advice from someone living in PE!

[the racing bug]

what dale said - respect the wind..i train alot in the wind and it helps for those days when you encounter wind on a race..drop your head, tuck in, pull the knees in and peddle lightly but alternate to a heavier gear as well..