Bike

Speed, exhilaration, sweeping the berm
With full control and concentration.
Man and machine in full harmony
As if they’re in their own little world.
Speeding down the singular trails
Without concern or worry.
So relaxed but so concentrated
The rider prepares for what’s ahead.
Then, soon enough they clear the forest
Only to face a new challenge for the two.
They line themselves up for what seems to be a mound of dirt
Only to then launch into the air with such grace.
They glide like eagles hunting for prey
Pulling off tricks with great style.
Then they land smoothly jumping these “mounds” of dirt.
Putting the least amount of pressure on the bike or rider
But this could not be achieved without the bike itself
Always forgotten for what it has done.
To then be put back in the garage
Waiting to do it all again but faster, higher and more gracefully.