An unknown floatplane pilot has rescued a kitesurfer spotted drifting in Turnagain Arm, Alaska, according to the Anchorage Fire Department.
Apparently, a kitesurfer was found in distress offshore from McHugh Creek, at 17h15, Monday.
As the kite was in the water, the troubled kitesurfer started waving to get attention…Â Details
Last week we featured the Dictionary of Road Bike Slang. This week, via Doug Landauer and Jim Frost we also have the Dictionary of Mountain Bike Slang. A few of my favorites are below. Do you have some favorites that are not on the list? Feel free to comment.
auger v. to involuntarily take samples of the local geology, usually with one’s face, during a crash. See face plant.
banana scraper n. low hanging branches, the kind that smear the guts of that banana you put in the pouch on the back of your camelback when you don’t duck low enough.
beartrap 1) v. to …Â Details
Steve Peat (Santa Cruz Syndicate) is one victory away from taking the all-time lead in Downhill World Cup victories after an incredible ride at this year’s second round in La Bresse, France yesterday.
After recording his 16th victory, Peat now matches French rider Nicolas Vouilloz in World Cup wins. He has also moved into first place in the overall standings for this year’s competition.
“I’m very happy to win after such a long time, and happy to break Vouilloz’s record,” said Peat afterwards…Â Details, Pictures & Video
