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double, imperial, century
A 200 mile cycling route
Example usage: 'I'm going to attempt a double-imperial-century this weekend!'
Most used in: Long distance cycling events across the United States.
Most used by: Endurance cyclists and competitive cyclists.
Popularity: 8/10
Comedy Value: 2/10
Also see: Double Century, Double Metric Century, Double Imperial Century, Double Super Century,
What is a Double Imperial Century?
A double imperial century is a cycling term used to describe a ride of 200 miles (322 km) in a single day. It is a popular challenge for cyclists and is becoming increasingly more popular as people look for more extreme endurance challenges.
The term 'imperial century' was first coined by British cyclists in the late 19th century, as the imperial system of measurements was still in use in the United Kingdom at the time. A double imperial century is a distance of 200 miles (322 km), which is approximately equal to two imperial centuries.
The challenge of riding a double imperial century has been popularized by a number of cycling events, such as the British Double Imperial Century and the Double Imperial Century of the Alps. In recent years, the challenge has also been taken up by individuals, with many cyclists attempting to complete the challenge as a personal goal.
Riding a double imperial century is a considerable challenge, and requires a lot of preparation and training. It is important to ensure that the cyclist has a good level of fitness and is adequately prepared for the ride. Statistics show that only a small percentage of cyclists who attempt the challenge actually complete it.
The Origin of the Term 'Double Imperial Century' in Cycling
The term 'double imperial century' is used in the context of cycling to describe a ride of 200 miles (322 km). It was first used in Britain in the late 19th century to refer to a long-distance cycling event.
The first recorded use of the term was in the Bicycle Touring Club's Handbook for 1898, which described a 'double imperial century' as 'a ride of 200 miles in 24 hours'. The term was used to describe a number of long-distance cycling events in Britain during this period, such as the Double Imperial Century Challenge Race which was held in London in 1898.
The term has since become more widely used in the cycling community, and is now used to refer to any ride of 200 miles or more. It is also sometimes used to refer to a ride of 200 km (124 miles).
