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Paceline
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a formation in cycling where riders follow closely behind one another to reduce wind resistance and conserve energy
What is a "paceline"?
A paceline is a cycling formation where riders move in a single-file or double-line arrangement to reduce wind resistance and maintain a steady pace. The lead rider breaks the wind while those behind save energy by riding in the air current created in front of them. Riders take turns at the front, rotating to the back after a short effort to allow for recovery. This technique is commonly used in road racing, time trials, and group rides to improve efficiency and maintain higher speeds over long distances.
Examples
The team formed a paceline to maintain a steady pace against the headwind.
Riding in a paceline, cyclists take turns leading to share the workload.
Lexical Tree
paceline
pace
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