Specifically 5.11e here:
http://www.usatriathlon.org/...lebook.aspx#article5
(i) The carrier can pass from front to rear, through a rectangular loop with dimensions of 10 inches (25 cm) in width and 8 inches (20 cm) in height. (ii) The front of the carrier is behind the cyclist’s hands when the hands are placed in their customary position on the end of the aerobars, and (iii) the length of the carrier is no greater than 10 inches (25 cm) front to rear.
When the carrier is an integral part of the aerobar, this integrated unit must be able to pass through the rectangular loop defined in (i) above and the carrier portion of the unit must meet criteria (ii) and (iii). In the event that compliance with this section is in doubt with respect to any particular carrier or integrated unit, a member of USA Triathlon may submit the carrier or integrated unit to USA Triathlon for evaluation.
Currently all kinds of bikes and parts potentially violate this rule. Trek, Cervelo, Specialized, Scott, various chainrings, various types of wheels (Flos, Jets) etc. Some of these have been verbally agreed to be legal but we know from past experience that such arrangements can change and ruin everyone's life (see UCI reinterpretation of handle bars and seat posts)
So, lets nix this rule, or fix it. Who here reading is part of USAT to get a discussion started with the powers that be?
Kat Hunter reports on the San Dimas Stage Race from inside the GC winning team
Aeroweenie.com -Compendium of Aero Data and Knowledge
Freelance sports & outdoors writer Kathryn Hunter
http://www.usatriathlon.org/...lebook.aspx#article5
Quote:
(e) There must be no protective shield, fairing, or other device on any part of the bicycle (including frame, wheels, handlebars, chain wheel, and accessories) which has the effect of reducing resistance. Aerodynamic carriers for food, water, and or cycling provisions may be attached to or be an integral part of the aero-handlebars if they meet the following guidelines: (i) The carrier can pass from front to rear, through a rectangular loop with dimensions of 10 inches (25 cm) in width and 8 inches (20 cm) in height. (ii) The front of the carrier is behind the cyclist’s hands when the hands are placed in their customary position on the end of the aerobars, and (iii) the length of the carrier is no greater than 10 inches (25 cm) front to rear.
When the carrier is an integral part of the aerobar, this integrated unit must be able to pass through the rectangular loop defined in (i) above and the carrier portion of the unit must meet criteria (ii) and (iii). In the event that compliance with this section is in doubt with respect to any particular carrier or integrated unit, a member of USA Triathlon may submit the carrier or integrated unit to USA Triathlon for evaluation.
Currently all kinds of bikes and parts potentially violate this rule. Trek, Cervelo, Specialized, Scott, various chainrings, various types of wheels (Flos, Jets) etc. Some of these have been verbally agreed to be legal but we know from past experience that such arrangements can change and ruin everyone's life (see UCI reinterpretation of handle bars and seat posts)
So, lets nix this rule, or fix it. Who here reading is part of USAT to get a discussion started with the powers that be?
Kat Hunter reports on the San Dimas Stage Race from inside the GC winning team
Aeroweenie.com -Compendium of Aero Data and Knowledge
Freelance sports & outdoors writer Kathryn Hunter