Things that make you smile :)

pkovo said:
I challenged my daughter to a race at HCBMX Thursday, from the gate drop to the triple at the end of the first straight. I knew she would beat me off the gate, but I sort of thought I could reel her in by the end of the first straight. I was wrong. We ran it back two more times, and yeah I was wrong for sure.

Not sure if it made me smile, but one of the track photographers caught this pic at the end of the straight and it sure made her smile!!

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Like there was any doubt, old man
 
The use of the word 'primo' to describe ideal riding conditions for a trail...

Does anybody know where this is coming from? It appears to be an Italian word and knowing that language well I can't place any possible meaning that would fit that specific use of it, as it basically means 'first' even when used as a first name to identify a first born...see Primo Carnera's picture for reference...and WOW for the strong armpit game!
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serviceguy said:
The use of the word 'primo' to describe ideal riding conditions for a trail...

Does anybody know where this is coming from? It appears to be an Italian word and knowing that language well I can't place any possible meaning that would fit that specific use of it, as it basically means 'first' even when used as a first name to identify a first born...see Primo Carnera's picture for reference...and WOW for the strong armpit game!
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The term "primo" as a slang expression meaning "first-rate" or "ideal" comes from the Spanish or Italian word primo, meaning "first" or "prime." Its use in English likely stems from mid-20th-century American slang, particularly influenced by Spanish-speaking communities or jazz culture. The word conveys something of top quality or excellence, akin to "prime" in English. While exact origins are murky, it gained traction in casual speech, especially in contexts like surfing or counterculture, to describe perfect conditions or top-notch quality—think "primo waves" or "primo vibe." No definitive source pins down the first use, but it’s tied to the broader adoption of Spanish loanwords in American English.
 
rjr44 said:
The term "primo" as a slang expression meaning "first-rate" or "ideal" comes from the Spanish or Italian word primo, meaning "first" or "prime." Its use in English likely stems from mid-20th-century American slang, particularly influenced by Spanish-speaking communities or jazz culture. The word conveys something of top quality or excellence, akin to "prime" in English. While exact origins are murky, it gained traction in casual speech, especially in contexts like surfing or counterculture, to describe perfect conditions or top-notch quality—think "primo waves" or "primo vibe." No definitive source pins down the first use, but it’s tied to the broader adoption of Spanish loanwords in American English.
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You need the source the AI when you do that. LOL
 
rjr44 said:
The term "primo" as a slang expression meaning "first-rate" or "ideal" comes from the Spanish or Italian word primo, meaning "first" or "prime." Its use in English likely stems from mid-20th-century American slang, particularly influenced by Spanish-speaking communities or jazz culture. The word conveys something of top quality or excellence, akin to "prime" in English. While exact origins are murky, it gained traction in casual speech, especially in contexts like surfing or counterculture, to describe perfect conditions or top-notch quality—think "primo waves" or "primo vibe." No definitive source pins down the first use, but it’s tied to the broader adoption of Spanish loanwords in American English.
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Jeremy said:
You need the source the AI when you do that. LOL
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Exactly.

And first in spanish is primero/primera, not primo.
 
serviceguy said:
And first in spanish is primero/primera, not primo.
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As to whether primo is a Spanish word for prime, the AIs and the translator app both seem to believe it is:

Yes, "primo" is a word in Spanish. It means "cousin" (male) or "prime" (as in first or primary, depending on context). For example:​
  • Mi primo = "My cousin" (referring to a male cousin).
  • Número primo = "Prime number."
The feminine form is prima for a female cousin.​
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Jeremy said:
You need the source the AI when you do that. LOL
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Cite which AIs I use? And then have to deal w/ all the armchair internet AI experts that no doubt roam these boards? No thanks, rather kick myself in the nuts than be subject to that!
 
rjr44 said:
As to whether primo is a Spanish word for prime, the AIs and the translator app both seem to believe it is:

Yes, "primo" is a word in Spanish. It means "cousin" (male) or "prime" (as in first or primary, depending on context). For example:​
  • Mi primo = "My cousin" (referring to a male cousin).
  • Número primo = "Prime number."
The feminine form is prima for a female cousin.​
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Cite which AIs I use? And then have to deal w/ all the armchair internet AI experts that no doubt roam these boards? No thanks, rather kick myself in the nuts than be subject to that!
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What I said was that Primo is not the Spanish word for 'first', not that it wasn't a spanish word.

If I were an ass*le I would suggest to start using AI to read posts instead of just using it to write them...oh wait, I just remembered I am an ass*le!

When I originally posted the primo thing I had a feeling great things were to happen...

I guess from now on to prove your post ride your trail report will list 'conditions are cousin'...
 
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