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Tahym Splits

Noun, Verb

Time splits are the times recorded for each stage of a Duathlon.

Example usage: 'My time splits for the 5K and 10K runs were really good!'

Most used in: Duathlons and other multi-stage events.

Most used by: Endurance athletes and competitive athletes.

Popularity: 8 out of 10.

Comedy Value: 2 out of 10.

Also see: Intervals, Stages, Segments, Split Times,

Understanding Time Splits in Cycling

Time splits are an integral part of cycling and are used to measure the performance of cyclists. Time splits are the difference in time between two points on a course. This difference in time is the measure of how fast the cyclist is progressing from one point to the other.

Time splits are used to measure the performance of cyclists in races, as well as in training. In races, time splits are typically taken at intervals of 5-10km, or every lap. This gives a good indication of how well the cyclist is performing and how well they are keeping up with the pack. In training, time splits are used to measure the progress of a cyclist over a given distance.

Time splits can be used to compare the performance of different cyclists. For example, if two cyclists have the same time split at the 10km mark, then they are both travelling at the same speed. This can be a useful statistic to look at when comparing the performance of different cyclists.

Time splits are also used to measure the performance of a cyclist over a given distance. If a cyclist is able to complete a certain distance in a certain amount of time, then they can use this as a measure of their performance. This can be a useful statistic to measure the progress of a cyclist over time.

The Origin of Cycling Term 'Time Splits'

The term 'time splits' is used in cycling to describe the time taken to complete a particular segment of a race or ride. It is thought to have originated in the Tour de France in the early 1900s, when riders would be given split times at various points along the course.

The term was first used in an official context in the 1930s, when Tour de France organisers began listing riders’ time splits in the official race results. This practice has continued ever since, and today time splits are used in all kinds of cycling events, from road races to mountain bike racing.

Time splits are also used in training, allowing cyclists to track their progress over time. Knowing their time splits can help riders set goals, compare their performance to others, and measure progress.

Time splits have become an integral part of cycling, and are used by riders, coaches, and fans alike. They provide a way to measure performance and progress, and have been part of cycling culture for over a century.

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