08-22-2014, 06:49 AM
My reason for slowing has nothing to do with enhancing the bikes stability but instead enhancing my ability to react to wind gusts that may hit from an unexpected direction and velocity. 45 to 50 mph is a good compromise speed in this situation. Fast enough to take advantage of the natural stability of a moving bike but slow enough to allow some wiggle room when you're suddenly blown from one side of your lane to another.
