Swim Bike Run

A good part of understanding your triathlon training and performance is having a grasp on the lingo. Here is a guide to cycling terms that you should know in order to get the most out of your experience.

Derailleur - When gears are shifted on a bike, the derailleur is the mechanism that changes which gear sprocket the bicycle chain is on.

Devil Take the Hindmost - Devil take the hindmost is a race type in which the last rider across the finish line in each lap of the course is eliminated from the race, this type of race is also known as a miss-and-out.

Disk Wheel - A disk wheel is a spokeless solid wheel used for its aerodynamic properties, mostly in time trials but also in other types of races.

Domestique - The domestique is a rider in long races who has the responsibility to retrieve items such as water and food to pass along to their teammates from the support vehicle.

Draft - Drafting is a way to decrease a cyclist’s wind resistance by riding closely on the tail of another cyclist.

Drops - On handlebars that are turned down, the drops are the lower portion.

Echelon - An echelon is a formation used by groups of cyclists not competing with each other. By riding in a diagonal pattern with each rider downwind of the one in front of them the lead rider lowers the wind resistance of the whole group. To spread out the extra effort, members of the group take turns riding in the lead.

Field - In a race, the field refers to the main mass of riders.

Field Sprint - A field sprint usually occurs towards the end of a section of a long race, it is when riders within the main group.

Fixed Gear - Seen in track bikes, a fixed gear is what is known as direct drive, where the rear cog is linked to the chain ring, with this configuration a rider cannot coast as the pedals will spin whenever the bike moved.

Flyer - A flyer is when a lone rider makes an unexpected attack.

Force the Pace - Forcing the pace involves speeding up to force the rest of the group to speed up as well.

Full Tuck - The full tuck provides an improvement in a riders aerodynamics by having the rider assume a crouching position.

Gap – The gap is described as being the amount of time that is between riders or between groups of riders. This can also refer to working to increase a lead and widen that gap.

Granny Gear - Used for making difficult inclines, the granny gear is a name for a mountain bike’s lowest gear.

Hammer - To hammer is to ride at the very limit of an individual’s capabilities, or to ride extremely hard.

Hammered - To be hammered is to be completely exhausted.

Photo credits: Futurilla

Originally posted 2009-10-29 03:20:04. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

• Attain Victory with the Right Triathlon Gear pt 2 ... Continued from Attain Victory with the Right Triathlon Gear pt 1: The seat tubes have steeper angles and they allow for more of the leg muscles to be contributing to the pedaling force. Since more body muscles are being engaged, there is less strain being placed on each individual......
• The Anatomy Of A Bicycle A bicycle is a two wheeled vehicle driven by human power using 2 pedals. The wheels are generally attached to a metal frame, one in front, and one in back. Sometimes the frame is made of carbon fiber, or hard plastics. The first bicycle was originally introduced in the 19th......
• Swimming Equipment for Triathlon Training Unlike running or biking, swimming does not have nearly the high tech gadgets, but you will need some gear, possibly more than you would initially think. Your swimsuit should not be difficult, as in the end they are all basically the same. Your swimsuit needs only to cover you without......
• Strength Training for Triathlons Strength training is a vitally important part of your training program when you are a triathlete. Maximizing the quality level of your workout is going to need to be a prime objective if you want to develop a strength training program that is going to help you improve your performance.......
• Choosing the Right Triathlon Bike The biggest step in figuring out what type of bike you should ride in for your triathlon is to determine what kind of money you have in your budget for the right bike. This is going to be absolutely the biggest factor in helping you to determine which bike is......

• Pouches Personal, Field Gear Surplus Militaria Collectibles
• Lighters Personal, Field Gear Surplus Militaria Collectibles
• Gas Masks Personal, Field Gear Surplus Militaria Collectibles
• Canteens Personal, Field Gear Surplus Militaria Collectibles
• Bags, Packs Personal, Field Gear Surplus Militaria Collectibles

A good part of understanding your triathlon training and performance is having a grasp on the lingo. Here is a guide to cycling terms that you should know in order to get the most out of your experience.
Aero Bar – An aero bar is a type of handlebar that juts forward to increase aerodynamics by [...]

Continue reading → Cycling Glossary

Are you planning on training for your first triathlon? This is not an easy task for anyone to master if they do not know the ropes. There are three completely unique disciplines that are involved, and you are also going to need to be lifting weights and training in other ways. How are you going [...]

Continue reading → Triathlon Training 101

Any vehicle you own is going to need maintenance to keep performing reliably. If you would like your bicycle to not leave you stranded out on the trail, then you need to keep it in good working condition. If you love your bike, then your bike will love you back.
The majority of people who purchase [...]

Continue reading → Bicycle Maintenance

Unlike running or biking, swimming does not have nearly the high tech gadgets, but you will need some gear, possibly more than you would initially think. Your swimsuit should not be difficult, as in the end they are all basically the same. Your swimsuit needs only to cover you without impeding your smooth movement through [...]

Continue reading → Swimming Equipment for Triathlon Training

Are you thinking about joining a triathlon competition? If you have enjoyed athleticism in the past or are involved in endurance sports and are interested in joining a triathlon, the first step is to know exactly how to approach your triathlon training. Training correctly is very important when it comes to endurance sporting events like [...]

Continue reading → Triathlon Newbies Should Consider These 4 Tips

Seeing snow everywhere and feeling temperatures that would make a bear run inside, most people would not think to engage in swimming, running or biking. However, the Decatur Multisport Club, or the Tri-Gators as it is lovingly known as, are starting the year by preparing for the new Triathlon season that is approaching.
The club is [...]

Continue reading → Getting Ready for the Triathlon Season

You have probably spent months if not years preparing for the upcoming triathlon race, so in all honestly, the last thing that you need right now is to have your mind wandering to things that you may have forgot. Why worry about whether or not you forgot something, when putting together an effective packing list [...]

Continue reading → What to Pack in Your Bag for a Triathlon

When it comes to triathlon competitions such as the Iron Man, fitness alone is not going to be guarantee enough that you are going to win. It is absolutely vital that you develop good nutrition habits as well. This is one of the most important parts of planning for the ironman. The bicycling section is [...]

Continue reading → Triathlon Nutrition Tips

For people who are not professional athletes but are still interested in training for a triathlon, the concept of training ahead of time might seem like a lot of impossible work with no guarantee of any rewards. In reality, training for a triathlon is something that is well within your grasp, no matter what your [...]

Continue reading → Curious About What is Involved in Training for a Triathlon?