“tricked out” adj. when a bike has the latest, most desirable components!

“sparkler” v, adj. a jump in which the rider throws the bike sideways, in mid-air!

“whirligig” v, n. propelling yourself forward with a series of up-and-down rear wheel hops!

“tornado” n. to balance on your front wheel while flipping your back wheel 180 degrees!

“bring home a Christmas tree” v. to whoosh through dense brush so leaves and branches hang from your helmet

“balance blackout” n. (1) falling over without reason, (2) unable to clear even the sidewalk

“clotheslined” v, adj. (1) catching your neck on a low obstacle, (2) separation of rider and bike

“wang chung” n. sudden impact between sensitive elements and center support bar

“dumbshit” n. (1) anyone on the road, (2) anyone in my way

“bus” n.where you end up after getting bored with your bicycle

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