Roof Racks Research Guide

Roof Racks Research Guide Glossary Terms

Roof Racks Research Guide Glossary Definitions

Aerodynamic Return to Top
AerodynamicAn aerodynamic design reduces air resistance, which in turn increases fuel efficiency and top speeds. These designs often feature curved, rounded surfaces rather than flat ones because the air can pass over a sleek shape with less resistance.
Cahulawassee River Return to Top
Cahulawassee riverOnce a popular destination for canoeing, this river in the remote back hills of Georgia vanished when the valley it flowed through was flooded to make way for the construction of a dam.
Cubic Feet Return to Top
Cubic feetA cubic foot is an American unit for measuring volume. It is defined as an area that is 1' long, by 1' wide, by 1' deep.
Cumulonimbus Return to Top
CumulonimbusAlso know as thunderstorm clouds, these big, billowy masses form large, vertical columns that look like anvils. When you see a patch of Cumulonimbi forming, try and avoid trees and tall towers–lightning often accompanies these fluffy monsters.
Drag Return to Top
DragDrag is the word for air resistance that slows down your vehicle while driving. The effect is more pronounced at higher speeds. Drag is reduced by aerodynamic shaping such as curved edges that reduce the air caught by your vehicle.
Eskimo roll Return to Top
Kayak maneuverAn Eskimo roll is a kayaking maneuver that experienced riders use to flip their capsized boats without having to leave their seat.
Moab Return to Top
Named by the Mormons after a passage from Genesis, this sleepy city is located in Grand Country, Utah. It plays host to thousands of tourists, who flock to the region to visit the Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. It's also a Mecca for mountain bikers, who come to brave the many trails.
Neoprene Return to Top
Neoprene seat coversNeoprene is truly a jack-of-all-trades material. Originally designed as an oil-resistant alternative to natural rubber, researchers quickly discovered that this marvelous material could be used in an almost limitless number of applications. Widely known as the basic component in wet suits, neoprene is also used in electrical insulation, fan belts, gaskets, noise insulation pads and even seat covers.