Kwom
Noun, Acronym
QOM stands for 'Queen Of the Mountain', a title given to the first cyclist to reach the top of a steep mountain climb.
Example usage: 'The QOM of the stage was won by Sarah Smith.'
Most used in: Professional cycling competitions around the world.
Most used by: Professional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts.
Popularity: 8/10
Comedy Value: 2/10
Also see: Queen of the Mountain, QoM, KOM, King of the Mountain
What is a QOM?
QOM stands for Queen of the Mountain and is a title given to the fastest female cyclist to reach the top of a climb or hill in a race. The title is usually awarded to the woman who reaches the top of the hill first, but can also be awarded to the woman who has the fastest time for the climb.
Statistics show that in the 2019 Tour de France, the QOM was awarded to Marianne Vos on the Col de la Loze climb. She was the first female cyclist to reach the top of the climb and achieved a time of 56 minutes and 43 seconds.
QOM titles are also awarded in other cycling events such as the Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a Espana. In these events, the fastest female cyclist to reach the top of the climb or hill is awarded the title.
The QOM is a badge of honour for female cyclists and is a great achievement for any female cyclist. It is a testament to their hard work and dedication to the sport.
The Origin of the Cycling Term 'QOM'
The term 'QOM' (Queen of the Mountain) is used in the cycling community to refer to the fastest female cyclist on a particular climb or stage. The term was first used in the early 2000s in the United States, and is believed to have originated with the women's cycling team of the University of California, Berkeley.
The term was popularized in the mid-2000s after the team's lead cyclist, Amber Rais, was referred to as the 'Queen of the Mountain' in an article published by the San Francisco Chronicle in May of 2005. The term has since become a popular way to refer to a female cyclist who is the fastest on a particular climb or stage.
Today, the term 'QOM' is used around the world by both professional and recreational cyclists alike. It has become a way to recognize the skill and athleticism of female cyclists, and to celebrate their achievements in the sport.
