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hammerhead
 n.— «The club also provides for all levels of riders, starting with the “A” group, or the “hammer heads,” which is cyclist slang for fast and aggressive riders.» —“Bike & Brew” by Jessica M. McRorie Daily Local (West Chester, Pa.) June 27, 2004. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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