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KateM from O’Fallon, IL on 10/26/2024 10:17:00 AM:
I had planned to ride this coming week Clinton to St. Charles M-F
The wind forecast has me a bit concerned. How sheltered or wide open is the trail generally?
Would southerly gusts be a significant problem?
I will be on a loaded to camp gravel bike. I really wanted to get the ride in before the time change and water shut offs 11/1.
Anyone ridden in Nov care to comment if I delay? Thank you.

 
Jim from St. Thomas on 10/26/2024 1:12:27 PM:
From Clinton to Boonville a southerly wind will be more of a tailwind. If you look at the trail map you'll see why. From Boonville on it's pretty much a crosswind. The trail is sheltered for the most part but you will hit open sections. I wouldn't worry too much about it.