a type of cycling that involves riding on unpaved roads and trails using a bike designed for rougher terrain

cyclisme sur gravier, vélo de gravier
a competitive cycling event on roads for athletes with physical disabilities

course de para-cyclisme sur route, épreuve de para-cyclisme sur route
the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

cyclisme
to propel and operate a bicycle or other pedal-powered vehicle

pédaler
a sport in which participants use specially designed bicycles to perform tricks and race on a dirt track

bicycle motocross, BMX
a competitive sport where cyclists race on specially designed oval tracks

cyclisme sur piste, course cycliste sur piste
a competitive sport where cyclists race on paved roads over various distances and terrains

course cycliste sur route, cyclisme sur route
the activity or sport of riding a mountain bike over rough ground

vélo tout-terrain
a form of bicycle racing consisting of many laps on a short course featuring various terrains and obstacles

cyclo-cross, cyclocross
a form of bicycle racing on short, oval tracks

vitesse de cyclisme, cyclisme sur piste ovale
a formation in cycling where riders follow closely behind one another to reduce wind resistance and conserve energy

roue à roue, peloton
the technique of closely following another vehicle or cyclist in races to reduce wind resistance and conserve energy

aspiration, drafting
a cycling maneuver to extend the front wheel at the finish line for a close win

lancer de vélo, jet de vélo
an intense burst of speed used in cycling to finish a race or overtake an opponent

sprint, accélération
a technique in cycling where the cyclist pedals while standing on the pedals, usually during ascents or steep sections of the route

montée sur les pédales, escalade en position debout
a maneuver in cycling where one rider accelerates to pave the way for a teammate's sprint

emmener, traction
a technique in cycling where the cyclist climbs hills or inclines while remaining seated on a bicycle

montée assise, escalade assise
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