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Indivijual time trial cycling

Noun, Verb

A type of cycling race where each participant races alone against the clock.

Example usage: Tom trained hard for the individual time trial cycling event.

Most used in: Cycling competitions around the world.

Most used by: Competitive cyclists and teams.

Popularity: 8/10

Comedy Value: 3/10

Also see: Individual Time Trial, ITT, Time Trial, TT,

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What is an Individual Time Trial Cycling?

Individual time trial cycling is a type of racing that is completed by a single cyclist against the clock. It is also referred to as “the race of truth”, as the cyclist is competing against themselves and the clock, and there is no chance of drafting or hiding in a peloton.

The course is usually a flat, straight out-and-back route, and the cyclist rides the course as fast as they can. The cyclist with the fastest time is the winner. The time trial is a popular format for national and world championship events.

Statistics show that in the Olympic Games, the average speed for a men's individual time trial is around 40.7 km/h, and for women it is around 35.6 km/h.

Individual time trial cycling is a great way to test your own speed and endurance, and is an important component of professional cycling.

The Origin of Individual Time Trial Cycling

Individual Time Trial Cycling (ITT) is a type of cycling race in which cyclists ride alone against the clock. It is the most common type of time trial in professional cycling. The origin of the term dates back to the early 1900s in France and Belgium.

In the late 19th century, the first solo time trial events were held in France and Belgium. At the time, these events were referred to as 'Les Chronos' (French for 'time trials'). These events were held on roads or tracks, with the riders covering a set distance in the fastest time possible. The first recorded 'Les Chronos' event was held in 1891 in Paris.

By the early 1900s, the term 'Individual Time Trial Cycling' had become widely used in France and Belgium. It was used to refer to the solo time trial events that were held on roads or tracks. In 1921, the first official 'Individual Time Trial Cycling' event was held in France, and it has been part of the professional cycling calendar ever since.

Today, Individual Time Trial Cycling is one of the most popular forms of cycling. It is a popular event at professional cycling races, as well as at amateur and recreational events. It is also a popular event for recreational cyclists, as it allows them to test their speed and endurance against the clock.

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