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simulate a Tri-Bar position by resting the forearms on the handlebars
Looks at this, looks at the photo.
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He's holding the hoods though. I took that rule to mean you can't have your arms on the tops and hands on the floating in space in the middle of the bars (aka puppy paws).
When I'm riding on the hoods of my road bike with a 90 deg arm bend my wrists are touching the bars and I have very short bars. He's got longer bars. Where else are his arms supposed to go when holding the brake hoods?
hippy
Which specific thing is supposed to be in breach of the rules?
The road bike category has a consistent and simple set of rules nationwide:
(a) The road bike can possess drop or straight handlebars; no tri-bars, clip-on bars or Spinaci bars are allowed; no disc wheels; both front & rear wheels must have at least 12 spokes each; the maximum rim depth allowed is 90mm.
(b) Helmets used in Road Bike category events must not cover the ears or have a tear drop/pointy style "tail", any helmet vents must not be covered or blocked. The helmet must not have been altered or had any element added or removed in terms of design or form but may be used as the manufacturer intended (e.g., sliding vents). It is prohibited to add a detachable cover to a helmet. The composition of the helmet material and its surface condition are not subject to any regulations. However, additions to the helmet are not allowed (cover, tape etc.).
N.B. For competitors riding Road Bikes, competitors must predominantly ride holding the drops or brake hoods. Riders may not ride in the "Puppy Paws" Position or simulate a Tri-Bar position by resting the forearms on the handlebars