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Cycling Track: Equipment (photos attached)
Updated:2006-04-20

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   "Vélo de poursuite"



   Bicycle pants



   Chainring

   A large toothed ring (part of the chainset) that drives the chain via the pedals and cranks.



   Chainset

   The setup comprising the chainwheels, chain and rear sprocket.



   Chainstay

   The two horizontal parts of the bike frame that join the bottom bracket to the rear wheel.



   Cogwheel

   A less commonly used term for a sprocket.



   Cranks

   The arms which drive the chainwheels. Cranks are bolted to the crankshaft.



   Crankshaft

   The axle to which the cranks are attached.

   Gloves



   Handlebars

   The part of the bicycle which the rider takes hold of.



   Helmet



   Saddle

   The seat of a bicycle.



   Toe strap

   A strap on a pedal which holds a foot in place.



Credit: IOC

For further info., please visit http://www.olympic.org/uk/sports/programme/disciplines_uk.asp?DiscCode=CT.


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