Sports - Cycling

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

Ex: The new gravel cycling event attracted hundreds of participants .

a competitive cycling event on roads for athletes with physical disabilities

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cycling [noun]

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

Ex: The annual cycling event attracted participants from all over the country .
to pedal [verb]

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

Ex: In the park , families can be seen pedaling tandem bicycles .

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

Ex: Bicycle motocross requires both skill and speed on the track .

a competitive sport where cyclists race on specially designed oval tracks

Ex: The track cycling team practiced their sprints and strategies .

a competitive sport where cyclists race on paved roads over various distances and terrains

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the activity or sport of riding a mountain bike over rough ground

Ex: The park has trails specifically designed for mountain biking .

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

Ex: She trained all summer to compete in her first cyclo-cross race .

a form of bicycle racing on short, oval tracks

Ex: Cycle speedway requires both speed and strategic maneuvering .
paceline [noun]

a formation in cycling where riders follow closely behind one another to reduce wind resistance and conserve energy

Ex: Joining the paceline , he felt the reduced drag immediately .
drafting [noun]

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

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

Ex: She practiced her bike throw daily to improve her sprint finishes .
sprint [noun]

an intense burst of speed used in cycling to finish a race or overtake an opponent

Ex: She dominated the sprint stage of the cycling tour .

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

Ex: He shifted to a standing climb to tackle the hill more effectively .
leadout [noun]

a maneuver in cycling where one rider accelerates to pave the way for a teammate's sprint

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

Ex: Seated climbing can be less taxing on the muscles than standing .