Well, the tall building theory is probably correct in most places. But here, we live on the edge of the plain right below the mountain. The wind funnels down steep canyons, and when it gets to the end, it gets a boost from something called the "mountain wave effect."

Just to illustrate, about a week or so ago, there was steady wind all day between 40 to 50 miles per hour, gusting to over 90, with one gust recorded at 98. We're not talking about wearing your kilt for a hat - we're talking about using it for a sail and taking a cheap flight to Kansas. Days like that I'm glad I don't live in Wyoming.