Definitions for "Paceline"
Several cyclists drafting (following closely) one another in a line to minimize energy needs and improve the performance of the group.
A group of riders strung out in a line, one behind the other. Each rider takes a turn to be at the front for a while, before peeling to the side and allowing the rider behind to come through.
Group of riders riding at high speed by drafting one another. Riders will take turns at the front to break the wind, then rotate to the back of the line to rest in the draft. Larger group rides will often form double pacelines with two columns of riders.[ edit