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Key Extreme and Action Sports Vocabulary - Mountain Biking

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Key Extreme and Action Sports Vocabulary
mountain biking

the activity or sport of riding a mountain bike over rough ground

Ex: Beginners often start mountain biking on easier trails .
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fun
fun
[Adjective]

providing entertainment or amusement

Ex: Riding roller coasters at the theme park is always a fun experience .
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sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Hockey is an exciting sport played on ice or field , with sticks and a small puck or ball .
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bike
bike
[noun]

a vehicle that has two wheels and moves when we push its pedals with our feet

Ex: He bought a new bike for his son 's birthday .
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rough
rough
[Adjective]

characterized by unsteady and wild weather or sea conditions

Ex: After the rough weather passed , the sun finally broke through the clouds .
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path
path
[noun]

a way or track that is built or made by people walking over the same ground

Ex: The path was lined with blooming flowers .
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mountain
mountain
[noun]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

Ex: We hiked up the mountain and enjoyed the breathtaking view from the top .
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biker
biker
[noun]

someone who rides a motorcycle or bicycle

Ex: He admired the new model of the bike that the seasoned biker was riding .
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special
special
[Adjective]

designed or set aside for a specific purpose or need, often different from what is commonly available

Ex: He received a special invitation to the exclusive conference .
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tough
tough
[Adjective]

difficult to endure

Ex: Their startup encountered tough challenges securing funding from investors .
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trail
trail
[noun]

a path or track that has been roughly marked or cleared, often found in wild or hilly terrain

Ex: The explorers carved a new trail through the rugged landscape .
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California

a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes

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to explore

to visit places one has never seen before

Ex: Last summer , they explored the historic landmarks of the European cities .
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off-road
off-road
[Adjective]

able to be driven or ridden on rough ground

Ex: Off-road racing requires durable and powerful vehicles.
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

having a lot of physical power

Ex: The athlete 's strong legs helped him run faster .
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better
better
[Adjective]

having more of a good quality

Ex: Upgraded safety features make the latest car model better equipped to protect passengers in case of an accident.
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quickly
quickly
[Adverb]

with a lot of speed

Ex: The river flowed quickly after heavy rainfall .
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: His songs are popular because they are easy to dance to .
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type
type
[noun]

a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: The museum displays art from various types of artists , both modern and classical .
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cross-country

away from the roads and tracks and across the countryside

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distance
distance
[noun]

the length of the space that is between two places or points

Ex: The telescope allowed astronomers to accurately measure the distance to distant galaxies .
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hill
hill
[noun]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

Ex: The hill provided a natural boundary between the two towns .
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flat
flat
[Adjective]

(of a surface) continuing in a straight line with no raised or low parts

Ex: The table was smooth and flat, perfect for drawing .
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area
area
[noun]

a particular part or region of a city, country, or the world

Ex: They moved to a new area of the city that was closer to their jobs .
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downhill
downhill
[Adverb]

in a downward direction, typically toward the lower point of a hill

Ex: The road winds downhill, offering breathtaking views of the valley below .
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fast
fast
[Adjective]

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

Ex: The fast train arrived at the destination in no time .
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steep
steep
[Adjective]

(of a surface) having a sharp slope or angle, making it difficult to climb or walk up

Ex: He hesitated to ski down the steep slope , knowing it would be a thrilling but risky adventure .
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extra
extra
[Adjective]

more than enough or the amount needed

Ex: They arrived early to allow extra time in case of traffic delays.
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safety
safety
[noun]

the condition of being protected and not affected by any potential risk or threat

Ex: Emergency drills in schools help students understand safety procedures in case of a fire or other threats .
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gear
gear
[noun]

a collection of equipment or tools required for a specific activity, operation, or sport

Ex: Camping gear must be durable enough to withstand harsh weather conditions .
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trail riding

riding along a roughly blazed path

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mix
mix
[noun]

the act of mixing together

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descent
descent
[noun]

a movement or action of coming or going downward

Ex: As he started his descent from the ladder , he realized he forgot his tools at the top .
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exercise
exercise
[noun]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: Yoga is a great exercise for relaxation and flexibility .
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to improve

to make a person or thing better

Ex: She took workshops to improve her language skills for career advancement .
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to balance

to keep something in a stable and even position, typically by adjusting or redistributing weight

Ex: They had to balance the load in the truck to ensure a smooth ride .
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coordination

the skillful and effective interaction of movements

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quick
quick
[Adjective]

taking a short time to move, happen, or be done

Ex: The quick fox darted across the field , disappearing into the forest .
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: They 're going on an exciting road trip across the country next summer .
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: The important issue at hand is ensuring the safety of the workers .
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helmet
helmet
[noun]

a hard hat worn by soldiers, bikers, etc. for protection

Ex: The astronaut secured her space helmet before stepping onto the launchpad.
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knee pad
knee pad
[noun]

a protective equipment worn over the knee to cushion impacts and prevent injuries during sports like volleyball, basketball, or skateboarding

Ex: During the basketball game , the player wore knee pads for added protection during jumps and landings .
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glove
glove
[noun]

item of clothing for our hands with a separate space for each finger

Ex: Kids love wearing colorful gloves when playing in the snow .
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