The UCI's upcoming regulations set for January 1, 2026, mandate that road and cyclo-cross events require handlebars to be at least 400mm wide, which is facing backlash from bike fit advocates like MyVeloFit. With a focus on rider safety, the UCI overlooks the ergonomic needs of many cyclists, notably women and smaller riders, for whom narrower bars can improve comfort and control. MyVeloFit, equipped with extensive rider-submitted fit data, argues that these regulations could negatively impact rider fit preferences and potentially discourage diverse participation in cycling.
The UCI's new regulations requiring wider handlebars for safety are met with resistance from fit advocates who argue that narrow bars can enhance fit for smaller riders.
MyVeloFit is challenging the UCI's narrow bar regulation, asserting that it misunderstands the personal fit needs of riders, especially women and smaller cyclists.
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