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bai-sik-ul boils

noun

A slang term for a cyclist who is going very fast

Example usage: 'Look at that bicycle-boil go!'

Most used in: The UK and other parts of Europe

Most used by: Commuting cyclists and competitive cyclists

Popularity: 8/10

Comedy Value: 6/10

Also see: Cadence, Pedalling rate, Revolutions per minute, Crankspeed,

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What is Bicycle-Boils?

Bicycle-boils is a cycling term used to describe a particular type of cycling event. It is a form of cyclosportive, which is an event where cyclists compete against each other by completing a long distance route. The Bicycle-boils event is a long-distance time trial, usually over a distance of several hundred kilometres. The event is typically held on a closed road, and riders are timed as they pass through checkpoints along the route.

Bicycle-boils events require riders to be well prepared and trained for the challenge. Riders must have a good level of fitness and be able to ride for extended periods of time. As such, Bicycle-boils events often attract experienced cyclists who are looking to push their limits. The events can be extremely competitive, as riders are vying for the fastest overall time.

In recent years, the popularity of Bicycle-boils events has grown significantly. The events now attract hundreds of riders from around the world, with some events seeing more than 1000 participants. The events are also growing in popularity in the United States, with the first U.S. Bicycle-boils event taking place in 2018.

Bicycle-boils events are an exciting way for cyclists to challenge themselves and test their endurance. The events offer riders a chance to push their limits and prove their mettle in a competitive setting. If you're looking for a unique and challenging cycling event, Bicycle-boils could be the perfect fit.

Tracing the Origin of the Term 'Bicycle-Boils'

The term 'bicycle-boils' is a slang word used to describe the red, painful-looking bumps that cyclists sometimes get on their skin. It is believed to have originated in the United Kingdom in the late 19th century, around the same time that the bicycle began to become popular.

At that time, bicycles were seen as a symbol of freedom and a way to escape the constraints of the industrial age. As the popularity of cycling increased, so too did the number of cyclists who developed what was then referred to as 'bicycle-boils'.

The term was widely used in the United Kingdom, but it was also adopted by cyclists in the United States and other countries. It was a descriptive phrase that was used to identify the red, painful bumps that were caused by friction between the skin and the bicycle saddle.

Today, the term 'bicycle-boils' is still used to describe the same condition, although the cause of the bumps is now more likely to be attributed to an allergic reaction to the materials used in the bicycle saddle. Despite this, the term is still used to describe the bumps and is widely recognised in the cycling community.

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