pedaler

One who cycles

A pedaler is someone who pedals—operates pedals with the feet, especially on a bicycle.

The word appears most often describing cyclists: The pedaler struggled up the steep hill.

Also spelled pedaller in British English.

Not to be confused with peddler, one who sells goods.

bicycle

crank

Rotary operating handle

chainring · cassette · gear · cadence · bottom bracket · saddle · handlebars · spokes · frame · tire

motion

rotation

Turning on an axis

  • crankRotary operating handle
  • spinRapid rotation around axis
  • strokeSudden brain blood blockage

downstroke · upstroke · circular motion · propulsion · momentum · revolution · mashing · grinding

effort

cadence

Rhythmic pulse or pattern

  • staminaCapacity for sustained effort
  • enduranceSustained effort capacity
  • gritDetermination or abrasive particles

perseverance · climb · hill · grind · push · power output · exertion · fatigue · recovery · lactate

cyclist

helmet

Protective head covering

biker · velodrome · peloton · paceline · drafting · tour · podium · mountain biker · commuter · spin class

travel

touring

Traveling for pleasure

route · distance · journey · cycling tour · bikepacking · adventure · exploration

Opposites
mode of propulsion

pedalermotorist

Person operating a vehicle

driver · motorcyclist · passenger · trucker · rider

Phrases
Family

pedal, pedals, pedaling, pedaled, pedalling, pedalled, bipedal, pedalers, pedaller

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G