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Title: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: webmaster on December 07, 2007, 03:09:22 PM
On another topic I showed The Poweriser Dictionary (http://www.bazzanet.com/poweriserdictionary.htm) to Aiden when he requested bocking terms, however our eagle eyed Dark Knight noticed a few discrepancies in the listing and it looks like it hasn’t been updated in a while, so I thought it would be a good idea to expand on the original idea and create a more comprehensive dictionary....

So who’s going to get it rolling? :D

Don't worry about alphabetical order for now we can do that after and we’ll also add the ones from the original dictionary too and also link to it (its only fair! Credit where credits due :))


Here goes I’ll start with one :D

POWERBOCKING DICTIONARY

Powerbock is the general name used for jumping stilts regardless of the brand name. The name "Powerbock" has derived from the surname of the original inventor and patent holder Alexander Böck. Sometimes people often refer to the stilts simply as "Bocks" - Also see "Powerbocking" and "Powerbocker"

Tigger A Powerbocker on their own

Ground crew A person who is not wearing powerbocks but helps those who are ( normally used at group meetings )

Checking for Gum a really tight 'heel grab' .. Said to be because it resembles a bocker checking the bottom of his own hooves to look for unwanted mess, such like a piece of 'Gum'
Invented By Kiola

Bock on! A term used by Powerbockers, when they feel like having a bock.

Bock off! A term user by Powerbockers, when they want to take off their bocks, the opposite to "Bock on!"

Bottoming Out A term used to describe the effect that occurs when a PowerBocker manages to get the maximum compression from their springs. (Maximum compression is basically when you can’t bend your springs any further)

Powerbocking refers to the activity / sport of using these jumping stilts. Also see "Powerbocks" and "Powerbocker"

Powerbocker (s) refers to the user or users using the jumping stilts. Also see "Powerbocks" and "Powerbocking"

TYRE SOCK The tyre sock is a cover made for the rubber sole of your jumping stilt foot. This “sock” is usually made from a bike / car tyre which is cut to fit and then secured with jubilee clips and / or tape. Invented by Powerbocker Bill Cicio. (In America it’s tire sock, In DK’s world it’s Tyre Boot!)
Variations of the original tyre sock include: PinHead69’s “Tie up tyre sock” and Jason’s world first quick release "hoofies" and "studdies".

Tyre Boot see Tyre Sock

Tire Sock see Tyre Sock

Ties Up tyre Sock A variation of the original “Tyre Sock”, where laces are used to secure a made to measure tyre sock, eliminating the need to use jubilee clips and tape. Invented by PinHead69. Also see “Tyre Socks”

Hoofies A variation of the original Tyre Sock, which uses a different type of rubber to that of the traditional tyre sock. This also incorporated a quick release method which means you can take them off in seconds. Also see “Tyre Socks” and “Studdies”

Studdies A variation of the original “Tyre Sock” for use of grass or muddy surfaces. Using the same design as the “Hoofies” but with football boot studs added to the sole. Also see “Tyre Socks” and “Hoofies”

Knee Straps – Long piece of webbing used to secure knees to the Powerbock.

PinHead69’s Straps – A quick release version of knee straps made using webbing, buckles and Pinhead69’s TLC

Gymnasticated: The result of a cancelled jump and/or stunt where the Bockers pointlessly and helplessly flails arms and/or legs around wildly in a vane attempt to correct ones balance. Normally results in mocking by fellow Bockers and young chavs.
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on December 07, 2007, 03:29:36 PM
Tigger A Powerbocker on their own

Ground crew A person who is not wearing powerbocks but helps those who are ( normally used at group meetings )
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Kiola on December 07, 2007, 04:00:44 PM
Checking for Gum ; a really tight 'heel grab' .. Said to be because it resembles a bocker checking the bottom of his own hooves to look for unwanted mess, such like a piece of 'Gum'
Invented By Kiola :D

we adding moves in this?
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: webmaster on December 07, 2007, 04:03:05 PM
Yep sure are! I expect you to handle that part of it  ;D
And how did I know checking for gum was the first one you would add  :P

Oh yeah dont forget to use the tricks swebounce added again we can give credit to them  ;)
http://www.swebounce.com/powerisertricks.php
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Kiola on December 07, 2007, 04:08:16 PM
teehee I dunno.. just sprung to mind XD (no pun intended)
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: aidanh1 on December 07, 2007, 04:47:16 PM
Bock on! a term used by people on powerizers usually said when you want to go on your powerizers

Bock off! The Oposite to Bock on meaning to take your stilts off

 :angel:
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: webmaster on December 07, 2007, 05:06:54 PM
I'll add these on to the top post so its easier to keep on top of...
Also try to keep general terms and avoid brand names so its universal.
We can add stuff like poweriSing, Pro-Jumping etc separately if needs be  ;)
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: aidanh1 on December 07, 2007, 05:33:11 PM
when i typed powerizers i ment them all in particular ill change it to jumping stilts  ;D
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on December 07, 2007, 06:46:03 PM
Bock on! a term used by people on powerizers usually said when you want to go on your powerizers

Bock off! The Oposite to Bock on meaning to take your stilts off

 :angel:

At Capital Bocking at Bockingham Palace we left we someone yelled out " We'er Bocking off  ! "
So the second meaning should be
Bocking off To move from a location on bocks.
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on December 07, 2007, 06:48:27 PM
Question any one know what more than one bocker is called ?
The Queen Gits Center called us a gang   >:(
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: aidanh1 on December 07, 2007, 07:51:07 PM
more than one bocker can be called pigeons
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Carma on December 07, 2007, 08:02:33 PM
I think they should be known as a Tower, as a group of Giraffes is known as a Tower.

Or a Blot... A lot of Bockers :D

-Carma (The Bocking Rocker)
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: aidanh1 on December 07, 2007, 08:12:27 PM
ahhh shes using logic why dotn we make 1 word out of the words

group of bockers

 ;D then we can all agree  :laugh:
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: English-tailor on December 07, 2007, 10:12:47 PM
Bock on! a term used by people on powerizers usually said when you want to go on your powerizers

Bock off! The Oposite to Bock on meaning to take your stilts off

 :angel:

To bock off means as DK as already pointed out, to move on and not to take your bocks off.....
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Jason on December 07, 2007, 10:16:58 PM
For the group how about

A collapse of bockers  ;D

or better still

A Banned of Bockers  ;D
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on December 07, 2007, 10:18:49 PM
Question any one know what more than one bocker is called ?
The Queen Gits Center called us a gang   >:(

I've just got it  :o
Why not call them a MEET  :o
That's what we do MEET up  :)
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: English-tailor on December 07, 2007, 10:25:06 PM
what about a sl4g of bockers ;D
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on December 08, 2007, 01:17:07 AM
Pavement hugger A normal member of the public ( person not on bocks ). This also includes Ground Crew
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on December 08, 2007, 01:27:52 AM
Bock on! a term used by people on powerizers usually said when you want to go on your powerizers

Bock off! The Oposite to Bock on meaning to take your stilts off

 :angel:

To bock off means as DK as already pointed out, to move on and not to take your bocks off.....

And now thinking about it,Bock on does that really make sence  :-\
Bock on! a term used by people on powerizers usually said when you want to go on your powerizers
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: hybrid_hex on December 08, 2007, 08:40:10 AM
I thought a PAVEMENT HUGGER was a bocker than had gone arse over tit and was hugging the pavement, feeling rather silly and sore!!??!!??!!??
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Jason on December 08, 2007, 11:53:26 AM
I do a lot of that Pavement Hugging also known as Horizontal Bocking  ;D
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: aidanh1 on December 08, 2007, 01:29:28 PM
Bock on! a term used by people on powerizers usually said when you want to go on your powerizers

Bock off! The Opposite to Bock on meaning to take your stilts off

 :angel:

To bock off means as DK as already pointed out, to move on and not to take your bocks off.....

And now thinking about it,Bock on does that really make sense  :-\
Bock on! a term used by people on powerizers usually said when you want to go on your powerizers

Yes but some people see it differently i used to say bock off allot til someone told me it applies getting off the stilts so I'm doing what i found out
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on December 08, 2007, 03:32:45 PM
Bock on! a term used by people on powerizers usually said when you want to go on your powerizers

Bock off! The Opposite to Bock on meaning to take your stilts off

 :angel:

To bock off means as DK as already pointed out, to move on and not to take your bocks off.....

And now thinking about it,Bock on does that really make sense  :-\
Bock on! a term used by people on powerizers usually said when you want to go on your powerizers

Yes but some people see it differently i used to say bock off allot til someone told me it applies getting off the stilts so I'm doing what i found out
This just goes to show we need a dictionary !?
It the same has
Tyre Socks   A layer of material which covers the hoof.
I have ( and always will !? ) called them
Boots  ! I 'd seen them by never bothered with them until I made my first pair of BOOT's    Material that covers the hoofs .
You could say their the same thing, which broadly speaking they are !?
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Jevans on December 08, 2007, 04:41:45 PM
I always thought Bock On! would be similar to "Rock On!"
A sort of battle cry, maybe?
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: webmaster on December 08, 2007, 05:57:15 PM
I added the following just taking what aidan initially wrote but taking brand names out...
feel free to continue debate on it and it can be changed once everyone kinda agrees hehe

Bock on! A term used by Powerbockers, when they feel like having a bock.

Bock off! A term user by Powerbockers, when they want to take off their bocks, the opposite to "Bock on!"
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: webmaster on December 08, 2007, 06:04:29 PM
What do you think

Is a Pavement Hugger...

a) Pavement hugger A normal member of the public ( person not on bocks ). This also includes Ground Crew

or

b) Pavement hugger A bocker that is down horizontal on the ground after a fall
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: aidanh1 on December 08, 2007, 07:40:51 PM
Bock on! a term used by people on powerizers usually said when you want to go on your powerizers

Bock off! The Opposite to Bock on meaning to take your stilts off

 :angel:

To bock off means as DK as already pointed out, to move on and not to take your bocks off.....

And now thinking about it,Bock on does that really make sense  :-\
Bock on! a term used by people on powerizers usually said when you want to go on your powerizers

Yes but some people see it differently i used to say bock off allot til someone told me it applies getting off the stilts so I'm doing what i found out
This just goes to show we need a dictionary !?
It the same has
Tyre Socks   A layer of material which covers the hoof.
I have ( and always will !? ) called them
Boots  ! I 'd seen them by never bothered with them until I made my first pair of Boot's    Material that covers the hoofs .
You could say their the same thing, which broadly speaking they are !?

yes but Ur hoofs are "feet" and you put socks on your feet before the boot ;D

and a pavement hugger is a person on bocks that has fallen over coz they hugging the floor
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: webmaster on December 08, 2007, 07:58:14 PM
Added a few more to the first post including the following:

Powerbock is the general name used for jumping stilts regardless of the brand name. The name "Powerbock" has derived from the surname of the original inventor and patent holder Alexander Böck. Sometimes people often refer to the stilts simply as "Bocks" - Also see "Powerbocking" and "Powerbocker"

Bottoming Out A term used to describe the effect that occurs when a PowerBocker manages to get the maximum compression from their springs. (Maximum compression is basically when you can’t bend your springs any further)

Powerbocking refers to the activity / sport of using these jumping stilts. Also see "Powerbocks" and "Powerbocker"

Powerbocker (s) refers to the user or users using the jumping stilts. Also see "Powerbocks" and "Powerbocking"

TYRE SOCK The tyre sock is a cover made for the rubber sole of your jumping stilt foot. This “sock” is usually made from a bike / car tyre which is cut to fit and then secured with jubilee clips and / or tape. Invented by Powerbocker Bill Cicio. (In America it’s tire sock, In DK’s world it’s Tyre Boot!)
Variations of the original tyre sock include: PinHead69’s “Tie up tyre sock” and Jason’s world first quick release "hoofies" and "studdies".

Tyre Boot see Tyre Sock

Tire Sock see Tyre Sock

Ties Up tyre Sock A variation of the original “Tyre Sock”, where laces are used to secure a made to measure tyre sock, eliminating the need to use jubilee clips and tape. Invented by PinHead69. Also see “Tyre Socks”

Hoofies A variation of the original Tyre Sock, which uses a different type of rubber to that of the traditional tyre sock. This also incorporated a quick release method which means you can take them off in seconds. Also see “Tyre Socks” and “Studdies”

Studdies A variation of the original “Tyre Sock” for use of grass or muddy surfaces. Using the same design as the “Hoofies” but with football boot studs added to the sole. Also see “Tyre Socks” and “Hoofies”

Knee Straps – Long piece of webbing used to secure knees to the Powerbock.

PinHead69’s Straps – A quick release version of knee straps made using webbing, buckles and Pinhead69’s TLC
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on December 08, 2007, 08:35:24 PM
"Bottoming Out A term used to describe the effect that occurs when a PowerBocker manages to get the maximum compression from their springs. (Maximum compression is basically when you can’t bend your springs any further)"

Topping Out When you bang your head on so above you  ( :angel:  << Stars or d**kie birds  ) ;D Joking

Bocker ForeHead When you walk into an overhang    ;D
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: GRS on December 08, 2007, 11:42:18 PM
What do you think

Is a Pavement Hugger...

a) Pavement hugger A normal member of the public ( person not on bocks ). This also includes Ground Crew

or

b) Pavement hugger A bocker that is down horizontal on the ground after a fall

id say b
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: aidanh1 on December 08, 2007, 11:56:58 PM
yer i reckoned it was because when u fall it looks like your hugging the floor
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Jason on December 09, 2007, 11:02:09 AM
I'd like to suggest

A Lamp Post Hugger 

for someone learning to walk/run (I know I hugged a lot of lamp posts when I learnt  ;D)
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: aidanh1 on December 09, 2007, 02:16:03 PM
i did that but i hugged the gutter on my conservatory  ;D
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: hybrid_hex on December 09, 2007, 02:30:21 PM
I remember hugging a lampost at CiN, almost brought tears to my eyes! :'(
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Carma on December 16, 2007, 01:13:21 AM
I always thought Bock On! would be similar to "Rock On!"
A sort of battle cry, maybe?

Uh hum, I do beleive that would be the 'Bocking Rockers' phrase? Also used along side an enthusiastic 'Let's ROCK!'

New one for you guys, care of todays random Bocking session!

Gymnasticated: The result of a cancelled jump and/or stunt where the Bockers pointlessly and helplessly flails arms and/or legs around wildly in a vane attempt to correct ones balance. Normally results in mocking by fellow Bockers and young chavs.

-Carma (The Bocking Rocker)
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Carma on December 16, 2007, 01:26:01 AM
Oh and is Kodak Courage in the other Dictionary as that is one of my fav Bocking term, I use it all the time!

-Carma (The Bocking Rocker)
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: mattcscz on December 16, 2007, 01:42:22 AM
personly i would like to say lets go out on our power risers ( as im used to calling them that) :D bocking sounds real  :-\ tbh :P
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on December 16, 2007, 03:22:28 AM
What do you think

Is a Pavement Hugger...

a) Pavement hugger A normal member of the public ( person not on bocks ). This also includes Ground Crew

or

b) Pavement hugger A bocker that is down horizontal on the ground after a fall

Why not have it has
b) Horizontal Bocking A bocker that is down horizontal on the ground after a fall
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Kiola on December 16, 2007, 11:20:28 AM
personly i would like to say lets go out on our power risers ( as im used to calling them that) :D bocking sounds real  :-\ tbh :P

the problem with that is 'powerisers' is a brand name for a specific stilt.. 'Bocks' is generic and accepted by every community as the general term for our class of Stilts.
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on December 30, 2007, 03:46:35 PM
RFP ~ Read First Page. Used in a topic where the lead reply is updated with information so people can find the lastest updates for the topic easily.
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on February 24, 2008, 11:32:41 AM
Gixer got a good one !?

BAMBI - A first time bocker a little wobbly on their hoofs  :)
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Spud on February 24, 2008, 11:38:44 AM
Or when a bocker stands on a chip. Your legs go out a bit like bambi did on the ice. I so wana see that vid of gixer falling but go her coz I wouldnt even try it.
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on February 24, 2008, 11:59:12 AM
Or when a bocker stands on a chip. Your legs go out a bit like bambi did on the ice. I so wana see that vid of gixer falling but go her coz I wouldnt even try it.
That's for Gixer to post if she wants.  :Dark_Knight:
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Charlie B on February 24, 2008, 01:24:58 PM
Like the bambi
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Spud on February 24, 2008, 01:46:10 PM
Or when a bocker stands on a chip. Your legs go out a bit like bambi did on the ice. I so wana see that vid of gixer falling but go her coz I wouldnt even try it.
That's for Gixer to post if she wants.  :Dark_Knight:

Has she got it?
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Dark Knight on February 24, 2008, 01:50:05 PM
Or when a bocker stands on a chip. Your legs go out a bit like bambi did on the ice. I so wana see that vid of gixer falling but go her coz I wouldnt even try it.
That's for Gixer to post if she wants.  :Dark_Knight:

Has she got it?
She's defanatly got it  :P
Oh you meant the video  :o  :-[   :biggrin:
Posted it to her !  :thumbs:
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Spud on February 24, 2008, 01:52:33 PM
Good good but damn thing didnt work online!!!
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Sx Nutta on February 24, 2008, 02:12:25 PM
what didn't work online
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: hybrid_hex on February 24, 2008, 07:33:12 PM
The cry of BORING!!!! as anyone goes past on an alternate mode of transport that isnt bocks e.g. bike, skates or a skateboard!!  :Straddle5:
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Spud on February 24, 2008, 07:40:31 PM
I like my bike. I can lock it up while I am in lectures at college but bocking is much more fun :)
Title: Re: Powerbocking Dictionary...
Post by: Nero on March 01, 2008, 04:35:41 PM
looking at this video.....
http://www.projumpforum.co.uk/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=772
i think a group of bockers should be known as a "wave of bockers"