Again, get well over on the side of the road or trail if you decide to stop. Gravel roads require slow, steady riding. On thick patches of gravel, a slightly increased cadence in a lower gear will give you better stability. Keep your hands well apart on the handlebars, and your eyes trained on the road surface ahead. Steer straight through patches of gravel, and avoid quick steering inputs.
High winds can bring some of the most frustrating experiences to be found in road cycling.
Use your head before you use your leg muscles. Remember to drop to a lower gear, just spin the cranks, and let the bicycle do the work. Use the drop section of the handlebars to keep your profile low, with less wind resistance. You can't fight a headwind with anger or a foul mood. All rights reserved.