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downhill bicycle and cyclist
downhill bicycle and cyclist
Downhill bicycle: small, very sturdy bicycle for racing on rough ground with steep hills and strewn with obstacles.
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hydraulic disc brake
Brake with jaws that squeeze a disc to slow down the wheel; the braking power is produced by hydraulic pressure.
pedal with wide platform
Wide pedal providing good footing.
raised handlebar
Grip whose elevated position makes the bicycle easier to steer when going downhill.
protective goggles
One-piece watertight eyewear that protects the eyes from flying mud, stones and insects.
eye protection
chin strap
Part of the helmet that protects the cyclist’s chin.