Wanted to get in one more ride before the cooler and wetter weather begins tomorrow. Chose a flatter route as the last two rides had considerable climbing. Flatter did not equate to easier. Had to deal with wind on this ride. Started from Champoeg Park. The first 18 miles to Willamette Mission State Park was a slog. South wind to 10 mph the entire way. Rest stop at Willamette Mission Park then a mile on the bike path to the Wheatland Ferry. Crosswind on Matheny Rd to River Rd, then finally a tailwind. Able to maintain a steady 21-23 mph on the 8.2 mile stretch into St. Paul. A mix of crosswind and tailwind on Riverside Drive, except headwind the final 1.5 miles to the Highway 219 crossing. Wind gusting 15-20 mph during the final 8 miles. Kestrel reading of 7 mph with gusts to 10 mph (eye-level) at Champoeg Park, which translates to 20 mph 20-foot gusts.