crankset

Definitions

The component of a bicycle drivetrain that converts the reciprocating motion of the rider's legs into rotational motion used to drive the chain, which in turn drives the rear wheel.

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Examples

“Crucial to the crankset is the bottom bracket. Of all the bearings on a bike, the bottom bracket is the one that has to bear⟳ the heaviest load⟳. Not only does the bottom bracket have⟳ to spin⟳ while you pedal, but it takes the force⟳ of all the twisting and turning that occurs during pedaling.”

“Their owners lounge at the outdoor tables, kibitzing about cranksets, aero bars, local races or, when they can help⟳ it, anything other than cycling.”

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