I am signed up for a Time Trial event this weekend and am not clear on what rules I should be aware of for bike set up and anything else that may get me DQ’d or make me look just plain silly when I show up (the event flier and website have very little to go on)…any recommendations would be appreciated…
http://usacycling.org/...RdTrkCx_rulebook.pdf
Check page 70. Also note no sleeveless tops allowed. Rear draft zone is 25 meters.
UCI rules state that the nose of the saddle must be at least 5cm behind the bottom bracket centerline, and you cannot have the tips of your aero bars more than 85cm in front of the BB centerline (I think). Also, you must have your shoulders covered (no sleeveless tri suits). If it’s a USCF TT, chances are they won’t check the bike geometry (and it would only be a problem if it were an international qualifying race), but the sleeves thing still holds.
I am signed up for a Time Trial event this weekend and am not clear on what rules I should be aware of for bike set up and anything else that may get me DQ’d or make me look just plain silly when I show up (the event flier and website have very little to go on)…any recommendations would be appreciated…
Who’s running it? Is there a sanctioning body involved (e.g. USCF)?
Whoever the sanctioning body is for the race should have published rules somewhere (USCF, or the state association, etc.). Are you riding your Tri bike with aerobars?
FWIW - Unless you’re riding in a National or World qualifying event of some sort I’m guessing that your current bike will probably comply. I’ve done several TTs over the last couple years and have never even had my bike glanced at, much less inspected.
The race is in Brooklyn put on by the CRCA, held under USA Cycling permit (pending)…I am riding my tri bike (Pinarello Montello) which has two seat posts, one that is steeper (I currently ride) and another that is straight. I have never been to one of these races so am not sure how strict they are and If I should swap seat posts…I have no clue what that will do to my fit and power…
Just check plumb distance from tip of saddle to center of BB. If it’s at least 5cm, you’re cool. If not, you may want to readjust, although it’s doubtful that this will ever get checked, especially in a lower category or age-group category. If you’re just getting a day license and racing cat 5, don’t sweat it; I can’t imagine anyone caring. Last resort - just email the organizer.
You are ok. I ride my zipp 2001 in USCF TT’s regularly. The UCI rules only apply at nationals because they are qualifiers for worlds. Just remember you need sleeves. I usually wear my tri skinsuit with a tight underarmor type shirt underneath. Oh and if you can see anything but a very narrow band in front of you with the rest black, you need to pedal harder.
shave yer legs
number on your side not back
don’t wear floppy clothing
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Hammydad and BK have it right… no need to worry about the 5cm rule - have fun…
The race is in Brooklyn put on by the CRCA, held under USA Cycling permit (pending)…I am riding my tri bike (Pinarello Montello) which has two seat posts, one that is steeper (I currently ride) and another that is straight. I have never been to one of these races so am not sure how strict they are and If I should swap seat posts…I have no clue what that will do to my fit and power…
Under USCF rules (i.e. USA Cycling), you basically don’t have any restrictions on your position, just so long as you’re not recumbent. UCI restrictions only come into play in special cases (i.e. record attempts, races for selection for international competition, etc.)
You’re OK with your Montello no matter how you have it set up for tris. Just go do the TT and have fun.
Just remember to have sleeves on your jersey 
OK, I’m dumb. What’s the deal with the sleeves on the jersey? Tim
OK, I’m dumb. What’s the deal with the sleeves on the jersey? Tim
Naah, you’re not dumb…it’s just a roady thing. For some reason, the USCF thinks it’s “safer”. It’s in the rules, no sleeveless jerseys…as if a piece of lycra on your shoulders is adding a bunch of protection
OK, I’m dumb. What’s the deal with the sleeves on the jersey? Tim
Naah, you’re not dumb…it’s just a roady thing. For some reason, the USCF thinks it’s “safer”. It’s in the rules, no sleeveless jerseys…as if a piece of lycra on your shoulders is adding a bunch of protection
Dumb or not, this is a rule that tends to be STRICTLY enforced.
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