The International Cycling Union (UCI)after the debate generated by the use of a ‘galactic’ time trial helmet by the Visma Lease a Bike team in Tirreno Adriatico and Paris Nice, it was announced that will conduct an in-depth review of the regulations governing the design and use of time trial helmets.
As the UCI explained in a statement, “the constant search for better performance and increased attention to detail is leading professional teams and equipment manufacturers to develop their equipment more often and more radically designs.” .
In this regard, the UCI wants to clarify its position and first of all recalls that it recently informed Specialized of an analysis it did on the American company’s TT5 helmet.
This test is carried out to determine if the helmet complies with article 1.3.033 of the UCI Regulations, which prohibits the use of “non-essential” parts except exclusively for clothing or safety purposes.
After a thorough process, which included consultations with Specialized, as well as a review of documentation related to helmet certification, safety instructions and information from public sources, it was concluded that there is one component, the so-called “sock”, a cover type , “It doesn’t matter.”
The result, The use of socks integrated with the TT5 helmet will no longer be allowed in competitions on the UCI international calendar from April 2, 2024.
In view of the evolution of these situations, the analysis of the rules for the design and use of helmets in competition aims to ensure that a clear and coherent framework is established with the objectives pursued. Any change to these rules will be communicated immediately after their adoption by the competent bodies of the UCI.
Source: La Verdad
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