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Riding closely behind another rider to reduce wind resistance and effort required to maintain speed.

A race against the clock where cyclists start individually or in teams and try to complete the course in the shortest time possible.

The smallest front chainring combined with the largest rear cog, which provides the easiest gear ratio for climbing steep hills.

A form of bike racing that involves cycling on mixed terrains (such as pavement, wooded trails, grass, steep hills, and obstacles) requiring the rider to dismount and carry the bike at times.

When one or more riders detach from the main group to gain a lead.

A sudden acceleration to break away from the peloton or a competitor.

A technique where the rider lifts the bike over an obstacle while remaining in contact with the pedals.

A formation where cyclists ride at an angle to one another to cope with crosswinds and share the work of breaking the wind.

The padded insert in cycling shorts that provides cushioning and reduces friction for comfort during long bike rides.

A mechanism for moving the chain from one sprocket to another to change gears on a bike.

A bike race consisting of several laps around a closed circuit, the length of each lap or circuit typically ranging from about 800 meters to 10,000 meters.

A type of indoor cycling trainer that features three rolling cylinders which the bike tires rest upon, allowing riders to practice balance and maintain fitness.

A rider who works for the benefit of their team and leader, rather than trying to win the race.

The number of revolutions of the crank per minute; this is the rate at which a cyclist is pedalling/turning the pedals.

A state of physical exhaustion during cycling, often due to glycogen depletion in the muscles.

An aggressive move where a cyclist or group of cyclists try to catch up and pass another rider or group who has just attacked or broken away from the peloton.

The main group of riders in a race; offers aerodynamic advantage and conserves energy.

A lightweight shoulder bag given to riders in a feed zone, containing food and drinks.

A device attached to a bicycle for holding a water bottle.