singletrack
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See also: single-track
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Etymology
Noun
singletrack (plural singletracks)
- A narrow mountain biking trail that is approximately the width of the bicycle.
- Coordinate term: fireroad
- 1998 May 21, Mark Langton, “Attack of the singletrack”, in Daily News, Los Angeles, page S10:
- But there's a type of track that is the ultimate in the sensory cycling experience. It's called “singletrack” and only the most experienced need apply. Even then, tackling a one-lane mountain-bike trail is a daunting deed.
- 2003 October 10, “Romero Canyon”, in Ventura County Star:
- For one trail, Romero Canyon sure can dish up a multicourse meal of riding conditions. A portion of steep fire road climbing, followed by some sweet, smooth singletrack, a side order of rock-garden challenges and, if you've got the stomach for it, a tree-canopied descent that will challenge even the best rider's technical skills.
Adjective
singletrack (not comparable)
- (rail transport) Alternative form of single-track (“having only one track”)