Hot Dog (HD) – He is pretty much considered the Godfather around these parts. When you see him, salute him. At the Ore to Shore 2007, HD disappointedly arrived at the finish of the race last amongst his merry band of pals (Steve and Jrad) all the while they were enjoying hot dogs and Pepsi. (He still blames it on the 5 Coors Lights he consumed the night before, and lack of EATING A BREAKFAST before racing 48 miles!) Fast forward to Ore to Shore 2008. Poor little HD trained his tail off, dreaming of finishing that race before everyone else so he could enjoy those tasty weiners first. That, along with a brand spanking new Stumpjumper 29er allowed him to finish first amongst his pals! He tried to remain humble, and subdue all his pride. His buddies wouldn’t allow him to do so…. And hence, the name HOT DOG was born!
tHD – Team Hot Dog. Duh!
Roadhouse – This term is in honor of the late Patrick Swayze and that once most fine film he starred in. And, yes, it basically means to go nuts, lose it, clean house. Haymakers all around!! Note: If you actually decide to go "Roadhouse", it's best to have a fellow Hot Dogger near by. Safety first kids.
Wheeeeee – Just like it sounds. It is an expression of glee. If you’re happy and you know it, let it out… “Wheeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!”
Snacks on snacks – The way we use it, basically means “cool”. Either that, or “bam”… just depends. It’s complicated. This YouTube video will explain it all: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBRL7D0wcXM
Fart in a mitten – Can be used whenever you want. Doesn’t really mean anything, it’s just fun to say and visualize. Go ahead and get creative with it.
A whole new way – Our tag line. Pokes fun at all the serious cyclists out there who will never go pro or be as cool as Lance… one ball or two, doesn’t really matter.. Weighing their chicken. Measuring wattage outputs. Shaving their legs. Yeah, well, over here at tHD… we have a whole new way of training. We just ride.
Largest hills in Michigan - An ex-riding colleague pretty much considers every ride he goes on to somehow contain the largest hills in Michigan. In his honor, whether we are riding Indian Springs, or the sidewalk, we make sure that we hit some elevation.
Builds – Our bikes. Build em up. Buy em. Whatever… your ride is your build. Only when its new, or has had some major work done to it though. No need to get carried away. Hot Doggers are modest. We don’t brag.
Little Yogis – Um... If you weren’t at O2S 2009, you wouldn’t understand. Just know this, its awkward and painful at first… but after that, you won’t be able to get enough. Once again, to the YouTube universe we go: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xU9W7Qo1T6M
Chode – Aka, Steve. A certain 60 year old fast dude, let’s call him “Joe”, referred to Steve as a “chode” because he shouldn’t be racing Lumberjack if he is a lowly sport/expert rider and not a seasoned endurance racer. To quote a fine post on the MMBA board in response to this Tom Foolery:
So, this is what it has come to? Now, if you don't ride 10,000 miles a year, have a glossy team kit and have f-ing Burgess "Mickey" Meredith making you chase chickens and pound turkey bagel sandwiches -- you are apparently a "chode" or a "weekend warrior"?
Beer Silos – Where they store all the beer at the Michigan Brewing Co. in Weberville. It’s best represented with the following digital evidence:
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| First ever silo picture |
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| Sillyness. This would be my album cover if I were ever a top notch musician. |
wtf – Just IM Jrad. You’ll figure it out real quick.
Pants in a tree - A popular take on the American Idol hit, "Pants on the ground".
WTF is a "Hog Dog?" Wheeee!
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