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Cycling standing up allows for greater power output in the short run because of the application of body weight to forward motion. [7] [8] People whose bodies are lighter suffer lower efficiency cost from standing up, thus lighter professional riders such as Alberto Contador are more often seen standing up. [9] [5]
The track stand [1] or standstill [2] is a technique that bicycle riders can use to maintain balance while their bicycle remains stationary or moves only minimal distances. The technique originated in track cycling and is now used by other types of cyclists wishing to stop for a short time without putting a foot on the ground, such as bike ...
A stationary bicycle (also known as exercise bicycle, exercise bike, spinning bike, spin bike, or exercycle) is a device used as exercise equipment for indoor cycling. It includes a saddle , pedals , and some form of handlebars arranged as on a (stationary) bicycle .
Wikipedia has a lot of cyclist biographies. Some are well-written with a good lay-out, others not. There is no standard for cyclist biographies so far, although a lot of them share several aspects. Below is a first effort to generate a standard for a cyclist biography.
Download as PDF; Printable version; In other projects Wikidata item; Appearance. move to sidebar hide. List of bicycles may refer to: List of bicycle types; List of ...
All-mountain bicycles feature sturdy, highly durable frames and wheels, wide-gauge treaded tires, and cross-wise handlebars to help the rider resist sudden jolts. Some mountain bicycles feature various types of suspension systems (e.g. coiled spring, air or gas shock), and hydraulic or mechanical-disc brakes. Mountain bicycle gearing is often ...
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A recumbent bicycle is a bicycle that places the rider in a laid-back reclining position. Recumbents are available in a wide range of configurations, including: long to short wheelbase; large, small, or a mix of wheel sizes; overseat, underseat, or no-hands steering; and rear wheel or front wheel drive.