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Record 1 - external organization data 2022-08-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 2 2021-09-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Cycling
DEF

The rear rider on a tandem bicycle.

CONT

The stoker serves mainly as a motor. Since the stoker is not called upon to control the bike, this rider should be able to actually generate more power than the same rider would on a single bike … The stoker must not attempt to steer … The stoker should keep in line with the centerline of the bicycle, and lean with it as it leans through corners.

Key term(s)
  • tail gunner

French

Domaine(s)
  • Cyclisme
DEF

Cycliste à l'arrière d'un tandem.

OBS

[Le copilote] n'a pas le contrôle du vélo, mais il contribue à son déplacement grâce aux coups de pédales.

Spanish

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