30mm of rain per hour.... that's a heavy rain warning.... I think this could be a big problem....
I searched to participate in the Seorak Gran Fondo opening tomorrow (Saturday)..
But looking at the weather forecast, there's a possibility of heavy rain at about 30mm per hour on the day of the competition.
Since this number might not give you a clear sense,
I'm sharing urgently how dangerous this level is from a rider's perspective.
According to the meteorological agency, 30mm per hour is the level at which a 'heavy rain warning' is issued.
Visibility completely lost: Even with car wipers on the fastest setting, you can't see ahead clearly. It's not just raindrops on cycling goggles, but complete inability to see ahead, making the risk of falls on downhill extremely high.
Jochimnyeong and Guryong Ridge downhill nightmare: If you encounter this level of heavy rain on the ridge series downhill, which is the core of the Seorak course, the tires completely lose traction and aquaplaning occurs. Rim brakes are completely unable to brake, and disc brakes also struggle to perform properly.
Body temperature drop and isolation: Given the mountainous terrain characteristics of Gangwon Province, descending a long downhill in heavy rain causes hypothermia to strike suddenly. There's also a major risk of streambed roads being closed as streams swell and sediment being washed out.
If 50mm per hour is rain pouring down like a bucket, then 30mm is "a downpour where even with an umbrella your whole body gets soaked and sewers start backing up".
Since this is a race you've been preparing for a long time, everyone understands the disappointment of cancellation, but
if rain pours down as forecast tomorrow, you should prioritize 'survival and safety' over 'finishing'.
If you're participating, make sure to bring windbreakers, rain gear, and extra clothing,
and please absolutely reduce your speed on the downhill.
If conditions are too bad, you may need the courage to DNF (Did Not Finish) without hesitation.
To all Dosssa members, I pray you don't get hurt and return safely!
This is what AI has to say...you must listen..~!!!!
But time keeps flowing. ㅎㅎㅎㅎ
