5. SPORT
ROAD-RACING AND MTB BICYCLE AND
CYCLIST
Sport that consists of
racing a bicycle on a
road for one day or in
stages.
Event that consists of
riding a bicycle a given
distance on a road as
quickly as possible.
6. One day or in stages.
Cover a distance on a road as quickly as
possible.
7. MTB Bicycle
Cross-country bicycle: relatively small,
sturdy bicycle designed for performing
acrobatics and competing in
competitions on rough terrain.
Back suspension
Device that dampens vibrations from the
wheels; this increases the bicycle’s
stability and its grip on the trail.
Clipless pedal
Pedal with a safety system so that the foot
can be attached or detached quickly.
Front fork
Fork whose air/oil or elastomeric
suspension provides a controlled ride
over rough terrain.
Goggles
Eyewear with plastic lenses fitted in a frame
with arms; it protects the eyes from
flying mud, stones and insects.
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10. Downhill bicycle and cyclist
Downhill bicycle:
small, very sturdy
bicycle for racing .
We ride on rough
ground with steep
hills and strewn with
obstacles.
15. BMX
• Sport that consists of
performing freestyle
acrobatics using a small,
one-speed bicycle.
• Half-pipe
Wooden U-shaped track
that is set up for
performing various
acrobatic stunts (such as
jumps and slides).