Features
This is a trail that is designed for one rider at a time, typically being the width of a bicycle.
Singletrack
Controlling speed or stopping the bike
Braking
This bikes features suspension on both the front and rear of the frame.
Full Suspension
The act of "bringing up the rear" in a group ride or the name of the last rider in a group.
Sweep
These words are used to tell other trail users where you are going as a rider.
"Stopping", "Slowing", "Passing", "Left", "Right"
These are banked turns that allow riders to maintain speed through corners.
Berms
Leaning into turns while maintaining control and speed
Cornering
This mountain bike only has suspension on the front but none in the rear. It is great for easy-to-moderate cross country riding and bikepacking.
Hardtail
The amount of vertical movement the suspension system (fork and/or rear shock) allows for, typically measured in millimeters.
Travel
This is the rider who stays at the rear of the group ride to make sure no one is left behind.
Sweep, Tail Gunner, or Lantern Rouge
These features involve launching the bike into the air, with takeoff and landing surfaces.
Jumps
Lifting both wheels off the ground to clear obstacles or uneven terrain
Bunny Hop
This bike is designed for steep, challenging downhill courses and has the most suspension travel and robust construction.
Downhill
The act of quickly dismounting or jumping off your bike to avoid a potential crash or obstacle.
Bail
OFF trail
These are sections of the trail where the rider descends suddenly, often requiring a controlled descent and landing.
Drops
This action requires a "pre-load" of the bike's suspension followed by a "punch" of the pedals and handlebars.
Front Wheel Lift
This bike is designed for demanding terrain and high speeds to take on aggressive, technical descents while still being capable of climbing.
Enduro
A sudden and extreme feeling of fatigue and energy depletion, often described as "hitting the wall"
Bonk
This is where a rider should go if they have a minor injury.
Medical Tent
These are sections of trail with a concentration of rocks, demanding careful navigation and line choice.
Rock Garden
Balancing the bike at a standstill with both feet still on the pedals
Trackstand
This bike is designed for speed and efficiency on varied terrain with a more lightweight build and less suspension travel compared to other types.
Cross Country (XC)
A common term (verb) for when a rider doesn't clear a jump completely and their back tire clips the top of the landing.
Case
This is the number you should call if someone needs urgent or emergency medical care.
Roam Fest Medical Response Team 970-778-5713