What changes the result
The rules behind the moments commentators get excited about. They build on the beginner rules.
I · Intermediate · 6 rules · Step 2 of 3Classes and machines
- What is a handcycle?A handcycle has three wheels and is driven by hand grips through a chain, using the arms and upper body.
- Why do some para-cyclists ride tricycles?Tricycles are for T1 and T2 riders, who cannot ride a bicycle because of poor balance or restricted pedalling.
- Who rides at the front of a para-cycling tandem?B-class riders race on tandems with a sighted pilot in front who steers; both pedal.
Racing
- How are para-cycling road races run?Para-cycling road races run on roads closed to all traffic, on circuits of 7 to 15 km.
- Can different para-cycling classes race together?The UCI may start several classes together, each group at least two minutes apart.
- Which track events are in para-cycling?Only C and B riders race on the track.