mountain biking (1982)

[Benjamin Zimmer]

mountain biking, vbl. n. (OED3 1985)

1982 _Los Angeles Times_ 24 Aug. V7/2 Devotees of a new sport called
mountain biking, the Johnsons' bikes are especially intended for rough
terrain and night riding.

1983 _Los Angeles Times_ 11 Jan. V1/1 (heading) The joy of new California
sport--mountain biking.

1983 _Los Angeles Times_ 11 Jan. V5/1 Mountain biking is a native
California sport that only recently has spread to other Western states.


(Dangling modifier fans should enjoy that first cite.)


--Ben Zimmer