Are any CCrs really going to suffer in this heat ?

[Dave7]

Apparently over 300 have died** in Spain and Portugal.
**so it is a real and dangerous threat.
The south will faire worse.
Our main lounge stays cool so we can chill in there for a few days.

 

[vickster]

Already being discussed
https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/the-heat-and-work.286502/page-6#post-6771617

 

[Flick of the Elbow]

Already being discussed
https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/the-heat-and-work.286502/page-6#post-6771617

What is this ‘work’ of which you speak ?

 

[vickster]

What is this ‘work’ of which you speak ?

I didn’t mention anything?

 

[gbb]

All depends on the humidity i guess. Ive cycled 50 miles hard in 32c temps and loved it. The tarmac crackling under the tyres, muscles loose and free with the heat, a water bottle frozen as i set out, warm within 15 minutes . And still loved it, every second.
And yet i can remember temps in thr high 20s wherr ive really struggled, its been oppressive.
Also remember one day in Greece, no notable humidity but maybe 30/32 c...within an hour or so, felt like i had an axe in my head...heatstroke perhape. Got a cap, pronto.
No sunday dinner today, barbeque for maybe 6 kids and 6 adults, big pool is out, kids paddling pool for the toddlers, big gazebo, a makeshift canopy over the paddling pool and plenty of available cover, cold drinks, windows and curtains will be closed if anyone wants respite, it'll be relatively cool in the house.

 

[PeteXXX]

It's not a biggie, but I get slightly breathless when it's hot & humid. I just slow down accordingly.

 

[Mo1959]

It's not a biggie, but I get slightly breathless when it's hot & humid. I just slow down accordingly.

It's humidity that gets to me too. Just makes me feel totally drained and lethargic. A nice dry heat preferably with a breeze is more bearable.

 

[potsy]

We are off on a 3 day campervan trip, would usually involve a few long walks with the hound, think it will be more of a lounging about kind of break this time...
Hopefully get out very early, or late into the evening.

 

[I like Skol]

I was in southern Italy at the start of the month and temperatures were 35+ on some days with high humidity. Still managed some high tempo hilly rides ok.

Might go out for a bit of a ride tomorrow and see how it is.

 

[cookiemonster]

This time of year here in Asia, I go on a bike ride as soon as it gets lightish which, at the mo, is about 530am. Does mean the roads a quieter and it's not as hot.

Some of you could try that. It does work.

 

[twentysix by twentyfive]

I dislike the heat. I'll be indoors with the curtains closed for the duration.

 

[Flick of the Elbow]

I dislike the heat too, just as well given my location. Having said that, even here we are forecast 27° tomorrow and 29° on Tuesday. At least it’s only going to be two days of discomfort as we are forecast to be back to a more usual 19° by Wednesday.

 

[nickb]

Quick 30km this lunchtime. It's only 28c here in Cardiff ❄️

Oddly enough I managed quite a few Strava PBs. Must be 'cos the air is thinner when it's hot

 

[Dirk]

We're forecast to have one hot day. (It hasn't happened yet )
Anyone would think the world is coming to an end.
Make the most of it; you'll all be moaning when it rains next week.

 

[ebikeerwidnes]

If I tried to go out SWMBO would make adverse comments and give me a look

so looks like the bike stays in the shed for a couple of days