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chayn-ring row-tay-shuns

Noun, Verb

Chainring Rotations is the number of times the pedals turn the chainrings in a given time period.

Example usage: My chainring rotations were higher than usual during today's ride.

Most used in: Mountain biking, road biking, and cyclocross.

Most used by: Serious cyclists who are tracking their performance.

Popularity: 8/10

Comedy Value: 2/10

Also see: Cadence, Crank Revolutions, Pedal Revolutions, Chainring Revolutions,

What is Chainring Rotations in Cycling?

Chainring rotations (or chainring revolutions) is a cycling term that refers to the number of times the chainring turns around when pedaling once. It is a measure of the distance traveled by the rider, and is calculated by multiplying the number of revolutions of the chainring by the circumference of the wheel.

For example, if the chainring makes 15 revolutions and the wheel has a circumference of 2.2 meters, the rider has traveled 33 meters. This is a useful statistic to track when cycling, as it can be used to measure the distance and speed of a ride.

Chainring rotations can also be used to compare the performance of different riders. For instance, if two riders have the same wheel size and chainring revolutions, the one who pedals faster will have a higher chainring rotations per minute.

Chainring rotations can be used to determine the efficiency of a cyclist's pedaling. By measuring the number of revolutions per minute, it is possible to determine how much power is being transferred from the rider's legs to the pedals, and how efficiently this energy is being used.

The Origin of the Cycling Term 'Chainring Rotations'

The term 'Chainring Rotations' was first used to describe the cycling technique of powering a bicycle by pedalling in a circular motion around the chainring. It was first used in the late 19th century in the United States. The term was coined by cycling enthusiasts who wanted to describe the technique of pedalling around a chainring in order to power a bicycle.

Chainring Rotations became popular as an efficient and effective way to power a bicycle, as it allowed cyclists to move with greater speed and agility. This technique was particularly useful for competitive cyclists, as it allowed them to pedal quickly and efficiently, thus improving their performance.

Today, Chainring Rotations are still used by competitive cyclists and recreational riders alike. The technique is used for both short-distance and long-distance cycling, and is a popular way to power a bicycle. It is still used today as a cycling technique and is widely known in the cycling community.

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