Dictionary

field sprint: The last spurt of speed by leading cyclists in road races.

finisseur: A cyclist who frequently wins stages.

fixed gear: A form of gears used in track racing. The pedals turn when the back wheel turns, preventing coasting.

glutes: Buttock muscles.

granny gear: The smallest chain wheel on a multi-speed bicycle.

grimpeur: French term used to describe a rider who climbs well and excels in mountain conditions.

gruppetto: The last group of riders in a race. Also called the laughing group.

hunger knock: When a cyclist is hungry and lacks energy.

interval training: Training technique using short, hard bursts of speed alternated with easier "recovery" riding.