How much longer can the UCI (International Cycling Union) hold back advances in bicycle racing technology? The UCI's definition of a bicycle dates back to 1933. It's time that the UCI follows the lead of other major sports and allow for the technological advancements in human powered machines to be applied to bicycle racing.
Americas Cup
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| Foiling on SF Bay at speeds approaching 50mph Then |
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| Americas Cup 1951 Bicycles Now |
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| Delft - Battle Mountain 2013 speed challenge. |
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| 1911 |
Bicycles as seen through the eye of the UCI
(International Cycling Union)
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Then
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| 1911 ____________________________________ |
Banned in 1933...to fast, upset the "norm".