Yes, I’ve experienced mild EIB for the last few years. Like others I find it strongly correlated to colder and drier air. Typically hits me gradually after around 90 mins of tempo+ riding, and symptoms are tightness in upper chest, and dry coughing, especially if I deliberately try to breathe really deeply.
It settles down after 20 mins or so rest (great reason for a cafe stop), and after a long ride (5 hrs+) the cough can last a day or so.
I try to avoid it by inhaling through the nose as much as is practically possible (which is often not much!) and keeping hydrated, but have not found a complete solution. My doctor is not concerned, and since it’s mostly seasonal and not severe, I can live with it. BTW, I’m 59 and ride for fitness & pleasure, not racing
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