Attack

Accelerating away from the pack of other riders in order to speed up the pace
 

Bonk

Running out of energy during a ride; avoid this by eating and drinking often
 

Cadence

Your rate of crank speed, measured in revolutions per minute (rpms)
 

Century

A one day ride of 100 kms
 

Criterium

Also known as a 'crit,' this is a multi-lap race on a course about 1 mile in length
 

Draft

Following closely behind another rider to reduce wind resistance and save energy
 

Dropped

Getting left behind by a group of riders
 

Drops

The lowest and most aerodynamic position on road bike handlebars
 

Go Juice
 

Any performance enhancing substance such as gels or power drinks
 

Hoods

The soft rubber covers over brake lever mounts
 

Metric Century
 

A one day 100 kilometer or 62 mile ride
 

Off the Back
 

Riders who have not been able to keep up with the lead group
 

Road Rash
 

Any skin abrasion resulting from a brief or extended slide across pavement
 

SAG Wagon
 

Vehicle used to transport cyclists who have difficulties or gear during a ride
 

Riding a Wheel
 

Drafting someone while waiting for them to make a move so you can follow
 

Spin

Concentrating on pedaling at a high cadence
 

Sprint

Riding as fast and hard as possible to make it to a fixed point