Kickstand Click

I slipped past the propped-open screen door and marched out into the courtyard to investigate the bicycle rack! A sturdy green commuter bike was resting right by the brick path, and its pedal looked like an inviting little landing stage. I hopped onto the rubber tread to inspect the spring-loaded kickstand underneath. Bracing myself against the crank arm, I gave the release latch an eager nudge with the heel of my boot. Clack! The steel arm swung down with a crisp snap, locking tight against the pavement. That mechanical snap was so satisfying, I had to give the tire spoke a cheer!