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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Chapter I LICENCE-HOLDERS ................................................................................ 3§ 1 Licences .............................................................................................................. 3§ 2 Categories of riders ............................................................................................13§ 3 Teams ................................................................................................................15§ 4 Commissaires ....................................................................................................16§ 5 Sports directors ..................................................................................................20§ 6 Technical delegate .............................................................................................23§ 7 Miscellaneous ....................................................................................................23
Chapter II RACES.....................................................................................................25
Section 1: administrative provisions ............................................................................25§ 1 Calendar ............................................................................................................25§ 2 Names of races ..................................................................................................30§ 3 Forbidden races .................................................................................................31§ 4 Access to a race.................................................................................................32§ 5 Sanction .............................................................................................................32§ 6 Classifications and cups .....................................................................................32§ 7 National Championships ....................................................................................33
Section 2: organisation of races ..................................................................................34§ 1 Organiser ...........................................................................................................34§ 2 Authorisation to organise the event ....................................................................35§ 3 Specific regulations ............................................................................................36§ 4 Programme - technical guide..............................................................................36§ 5 Invitation – Enrolment.........................................................................................37§ 6 Race headquarters – Secretarial office ..............................................................39§ 7 Course and safety ..............................................................................................39§ 8 Medical service ..................................................................................................40§ 9 Prizes .................................................................................................................40§ 10 Travel and subsistence expenses ......................................................................42
Section 3: race procedures..........................................................................................42§ 1 Supervision of the organisation and competition ................................................42§ 2 Conduct of participants in cycling races..............................................................43§ 3 Team manager ...................................................................................................43§ 4 Team managers' meeting ...................................................................................43§ 5 Entry check ........................................................................................................44§ 6 Start of the race..................................................................................................45§ 7 Finish .................................................................................................................45§ 8 Awards ceremony ..............................................................................................47
Section 4: supervision of races ....................................................................................48§ 1 General provision ...............................................................................................48§ 2 Commissaires' panel ..........................................................................................48§ 3 Powers of the commissaires' panel ....................................................................58
Section 5: UCI cups, series and classification .............................................................59

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Chapter III EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................60
Section 1: general provisions ......................................................................................60§ 1 Principles ...........................................................................................................60§ 2 Technical innovations .........................................................................................61§ 3 Commercialisation ..............................................................................................62
Section 2: bicycles.......................................................................................................63§ 1 Principles ...........................................................................................................63§ 2 Technical specifications .....................................................................................64
Section 3: riders' clothing ............................................................................................75§ 1 General provisions .............................................................................................75§ 2 Teams registered with the UCI ...........................................................................77§ 3 Regional and club teams ....................................................................................78§ 4 Leaders' clothing ................................................................................................79§ 5 National team clothing ........................................................................................80§ 6 World champion's jersey ....................................................................................81§ 7 National champion's jersey.................................................................................83§ 8 Continental champion's jersey ............................................................................84§ 9 Order of priority ..................................................................................................85§ 10 Sanctions ...........................................................................................................85
Section 4: identification of riders ..................................................................................87
Annexe A UCI LIST OF AUTHORISED BETS ...........................................................89

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Chapter I LICENCE-HOLDERS§1
1.1.001

1.1.002

Licences
Definition
The licence is an identity document confirming that its holder undertakes to respect theconstitution and regulations and which authorise him to participate in cycling events.
Principles
No-one who does not hold the requisite licence may participate in a cycling event
organised or supervised by the UCI, the UCI continental confederations, the UCI member
federations or their affiliates.
Participation by a person who does not hold the required licence shall be null and void,without prejudice to other penalties.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.1.003

The licence must be presented whenever requested by a duly authorised person.

1.1.004

Anyone requesting a licence thereby undertakes to respect the constitution andregulations of the UCI, the UCI continental confederations and the UCI member
Federations, as well as to participate in cycling events in a sporting and fair manner. He
shall undertake, in particular, to respect the obligations referred to in article 1.1.023.
As from the time of application for a licence and provided that the licence is issued, theapplicant is responsible for any breach of the regulations that he commits and is subject
to the jurisdiction of the disciplinary bodies.
Licence holders remain subject to the jurisdiction of the relevant disciplinary bodies foracts committed while applying for or while holding a licence, even if proceedings arestarted or continue after they cease to hold a licence.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 15.10.04)

1.1.005

The licence shall be issued and used under the exclusive responsibility of its holder or
his legal representative.
The granting of the licence shall not imply that the issuing authority recognises orassumes any responsibility as to the aptitude of its holder, or for his compliance with theconditions of any law, statute or regulation.

1.1.006

Federations shall issue licences according to such criteria as they may determine. They
shall be responsible for monitoring compliance with these criteria.
Before the licence is issued, the licence holder and the national federation must ensureinter alia that the licence holder is adequately insured against accidents and civil

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responsibility in every country where he practices competitive cycle sport or training
throughout the year for which the licence is issued.
(text modified on 15.10.04; 01.07.11; 01.10.11; 01.01.17; 23.10.19)
1.1.006bis

A licence as staff or riders’ agent under Article 1.1.010 (1.4 and 1.5) of the UCI
Regulations shall not be granted to a person who has been found guilty or complicit, bya court of law (or other judicial or administrative body), an arbitral tribunal, the UCI AntiDoping Tribunal or any other disciplinary tribunal or authority, in any of the situations
defined below.
1) No licence as staff or riders’ agent shall be granted to a person who:
a.

b.

c.

Has been found guilty or complicit of Trafficking or Attempted Trafficking in
any Prohibited Substances or Prohibited Method (Article 2.7 UCI Anti-Doping
Rules) or equivalent offence, or
Has been found guilty or complicit of Administration or Attempted
Administration to any rider of a prohibited substance or method (Article 2.8
UCI Anti-Doping Rules) or equivalent offence, or
Has been found guilty or complicit of a technological fraud in the sense of
Article 12.4.003 of the UCI Regulations or equivalent offense.

2) No licence as doctor, paramedical assistant or any other health related licenced
activity shall be granted to a person who has been found guilty or complicit of any
anti-doping rule violation or equivalent offence.
Notwithstanding the above, the applicant may be granted a licence if the anti-doping
rule violation was committed with No Fault or Negligence or no Significant Fault or
Negligence and more than 5 years have elapsed since the end of the suspension
imposed for the last offense taken into consideration.
3) No licence as riders’ agent, general manager, team manager, coach, sports director
or any other managerial, performance or training related licenced activity shall be
granted to a person who:a.
b.

Has been found guilty or complicit of an intentional anti-doping rule violation
or equivalent offence, or
Has been found guilty of multiple non-intentional anti-doping rule violations orequivalent offenses.

4) No licence as mechanic, driver or any other administrative, logistical, support or
technical licenced activity shall be granted to a person who:a.

Has been found guilty or complicit at least twice of an intentional anti-doping
rule violation or equivalent offence.

In relation to situations referred to in points 3 and 4 above, a licence may be granted if
more than 5 years have elapsed since the end of the suspension imposed for the lastoffence taken into consideration.
The National Federation shall immediately inform the UCI of any decision – whether
granting or refusing the issuance of a licence - rendered in connection with this article(or for which an assessment of the conditions stated above should reasonably have beenmade).

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Any such decision may be appealed by the UCI and/or the applicant before the UCI
Arbitral Board within 30 days of its notification.
This article, in its current version, shall apply to all licence applications made after its
entry in force. As an exception, the previous version of this article shall be applied
whenever any of the offences taken into consideration occurred at least partially before
its entry in force and, based on the principle of Lex Mitior, the assessment would be
favourable to the applicant.
As an exception to the above, the waiting period of 5 years to be observed in situations
referred to in points 3 and 4 above does not apply to persons having signed an
acceptance of consequences with the UCI before the adoption of the present article.
(text modified on 15.10.04; 01.07.11; 01.10.11; 01.01.17; 01.10.18)
1.1.007

Federations may make the issue of the licence subject to the payment of a licence fee,
the amount of which they shall determine.

1.1.008

The licence shall be valid for one year, from 1 January to 31 December. It shall be valid
in all countries where there is a UCI member national federation.

1.1.009

A licence holder may hold the licence of only one national federation.

1.1.009bis

National federations shall ensure that all licence-holders are given a UCI ID, which willappear on their licence.
The UCI ID is provided by the UCI to the national federation at the time of the first licenceapplication and shall appear on any licence that the person concerned may hold,regardless of the category or the national federation issuing the licence. National
federations are then responsible for ensuring that the UCI ID of a licence-holder remains
the same.
(article introduced on 23.10.19)

1.1.010

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Categories of licence holders
A licence shall be required for:
1.1 A rider (man or woman, all disciplines, all categories)
1.2 A participant in cycling for all
1.3 A pacer
A motor-cycle-mounted pacer (motorcycle, moped, derny)
1.4 Rider’s agent
1.5 Staff
1. general manager
2. team manager
3. coach
4. doctor
5. paramedical assistant
6. mechanic
7. driver8. other function to be specified on the licence.
1.6 Officials
1. federation administrator (status to be specified on the licence)
2. commissaire, judge (status to be specified on the licence)
3. para-cycling classifier (status to be specified on the licence)

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4. other role (e.g. timing/photo-finish operator, announcer, race radio operator, etc.)
to be specified on the licence.
1.7 Organiser
1. organisational administrator
2. other function to be specified on the licence.
1.8 Other
1. Vehicle driver (car, motorbike, etc.) in a road event.
Should a licence holder carry out multiple roles within cycling, he must apply and belicensed for each of these roles. It shall be the responsibility of the national federation toissue the licence corresponding to the primary role as per the order set out above. In
addition to the licence, the national federation shall issue a certificate setting out theother roles for which the licence holder is recognised.
A rider belonging to a team registered with the UCI may not carry out another role.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 15.10.04; 25.06.07; 01.07.11; 01.01.13; 11.02.20)

1.1.011

Issuing procedure
The licence shall be issued by the federation of the country where, according to thelegislation of that country, the applicant has his main residence at the time of application.
He shall remain affiliated to that federation until the expiry of the licence, even if hechanges country of residence.

1.1.012National federations shall refuse to issue a licence in the event of an irregular application.

1.1.013

In the case of a country where there is no UCI member federation, the licence shall be
issued by the UCI.

1.1.014

If a national federation does not respond to a licence application within 30 days of its
being filed, the applicant may lodge his licence application with the UCI.

1.1.015

If the UCI or a federation deems that it cannot issue the requested licence, it shall informthe applicant to that effect stating its reasons by registered letter with recorded delivery.
Similarly, the applicant shall be invited to defend his application, as appropriate, before
such person or commission as may be designated by the president of the UCI or as
indicated in the regulations of the federation or, where the regulations contain no suchmention, by its president.
The applicant shall be entitled to consult his file. He shall be entitled to present hisargument and to enlist the assistance of or be represented by any person of his choicebearing a proper power-of-attorney.

1.1.016

The applicant shall be informed of both the refusal to issue the licence and of the reasonsfor the refusal by registered letter with recorded delivery.

1.1.017

A refusal to issue a licence shall be open to appeal before the UCI arbitral board infollowing cases:
the applicant has had no opportunity to present his arguments;
no reason was given for the decision;
the reasons for the refusal contain factual errors;
the refusal is irregular.
The appeal shall be lodged within 30 days of reception by the applicant of the notificationof refusal.

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The decision of the arbitral board is final and not subject to appeal.
(text modified on 01.01.10)
1.1.018

A national federation may bring an appeal, before the UCI arbitral board, against theissuing of a licence by another federation if the issuing federation did not have territorial
jurisdiction or if the licence was irregularly issued.
This appeal shall be lodged within 15 days of the federation being informed about theissue of the licence, but at the latest within three months of the licence being issued. The
decision of the arbitral board is final and not subject to appeal.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.10)

1.1.019

The issuing of a licence by the UCI shall be subject to the payment of an amount set
annually by the management committee. To that amount shall be added such insurance
premium as the UCI deems proper to take out for the rider.

1.1.020

Any member federation of which a licence holder possesses the nationality shall be
informed within one month of the licence holder's application and the issuing of thelicence in the following cases:a) if the applicant does not hold the nationality of the federation to which he applied;b) if the applicant holds the nationality of the federation to which he applied but also of
one or more other national federations;c) if the licence application is made to the UCI.
(text modified on 01.01.00)

1.1.021

Licence
The licence application shall be made on a form to be prepared by each federation. The
content of such form shall be accepted by the applicant (and the applicant’s legal
representative if he/she is a minor), regardless of the form of presentation (electronic or
paper). The form must at least include the information and the undertakings stated in themodel of articles 1.1.022 and 1.1.023.
Applications submitted by paper shall be signed and dated by the applicant.
Electronic application systems shall include as a condition to proceed (i) the full
acceptance of the terms of the application form as well as (ii) a traceable report of thedetails of the application.
(text modified on 01.01.18; 25.06.18)

1.1.022

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UNION CYCLISTE INTERNATIONALE
NAME OF THE NATIONAL FEDERATION
1.
Category for which the licence is requested
UCI:national:
2.
Surname and first name:3.
Date of birth:
4.
Nationality:
5.
Gender:
6.
Email address:
6a. UCI ID (current and past holders of UCI ID):
6b. UCI ID required (not yet holder of UCI ID but necessary for following season):
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7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.

16.

17.

Place and address of main residence at the time of application:
Place and country of the previous main residence if changed in the last year:
Countries in which the applicant has other residences:
Contact person:
Phone number of the contact person1:
Authority (federation or UCI) that issued the applicant's previous licence:
Authority (federation or UCI) that has refused to issue a licence during the past
three years:
Applicant's club:
Applicant's UCI team (name and type):
If the applicant is currently suspended and will continue to be for all or part of theyear of validity of the licence, the name of the authority that imposed thesuspension and the starting and ending dates of the suspension:
Insurance for bodily injury (in and out-patient hospital expenses and medicalcare, transport costs, permanent disablement, death) and material damages (lossof earnings) in case of accident on the occasion of a cycling competition or eventor during training:- name and address of the insurance company:- name and address of the insured party:- duration of validity of the insurance policy,- amount of cover guaranteed- territorial validity.
Third-party liability insurance for material damage or bodily injury caused toothers in the course of a competition or cycling event or during training:- name and address of the insurance company:- name and address of the insured party:- duration of validity of the insurance policy,- amount of cover guaranteed- territorial validity.

(text modified on 15.10.04; 01.01.17; 01.01.18; 01.10.18)

1.1.023

Back (Part II)
1. I hereby declare that I am aware of no reason why I should not be granted therequested licence.
I undertake to spontaneously return my licence in the event of any substantial change tothe circumstances existing at the time of the application for a licence.
I declare that I have not applied for a licence for the same year to the UCI or to any othernational federation.
I assume exclusive liability for this application and for the use that I shall make of thelicence.
2. I hereby undertake to respect the constitution and regulations of the UCI, its
continental confederations and its national federations.

1 I take note that it is strongly recommended to enter a contact person who may be contacted incase of an emergency or an incident involving me during my participation in an event. In thisregard, I confirm that the contact person indicated on the form has consented to his identity andcontact details being mentioned on my licence.

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I declare that I have read or have had the opportunity to become acquainted with theaforesaid constitution and regulations.
I shall participate in cycling competitions or events in a sporting and fair manner.
I shall comply with all decisions rendered by the UCI and shall take any appeals andlitigation before the authorities provided for in the regulations.
I accept the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) as the sole competent authority forappeals as provided in the UCI Regulations and under the conditions set out in theseregulations, and for the rest, by the CAS Code of Arbitration for Sport.
I agree that any litigation with the UCI shall solely be submitted to the Court of Arbitrationfor Sport (CAS).
3. I agree to abide and be bound by the UCI Anti-Doping Rules, as well as all documents
adopted by the UCI in connection with its Anti-Doping Rules and in connection with theWorld Anti-Doping Code.
I agree to submit to in-competition and out-of-competition testing at any time as provided
in the UCI Anti-Doping Rules and related documents. I agree that all samples collectedfrom me under the UCI Anti-Doping Rules are owned by the UCI and that such ownershipmay be transferred by the UCI to another Anti-Doping Organisation, or ownershiptransferred from another Anti-Doping Organisation to the UCI.
4. I acknowledge and agree that my personal data processed as part of my licenceapplication to my national federation shall be passed to and held by the UCI (Switzerland)
and agree to such information being used for administration and governance purposes,
including the management of results and rankings, as well as in relation to anti-doping
activities and the prevention of the manipulation of competitions. I also agree that mypersonal information may be used and/or transmitted, when necessary, to other entities
such as the World Anti-Doping Agency, the national Anti-Doping organisations, the Courtof Arbitration for Sport, the judicial bodies of the UCI, the national and international
authorities competent in relation to the following matters:
a. investigations and/or procedures in relation to potential violations of the UCI
Regulations; andb. any other processing operation of personal information that is legitimate andproportionate in the context of the administration and governance of cycling; andI have taken note that I may contact the UCI at the following address in order to exercise
my right to request access, rectification or deletion of my personal information:
data.protection@uci.ch.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 13.08.04; 15.10.04; 01.01.17; 01.01.18; 25.06.18)

1.1.024

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Form of licence
The licence shall be in the form of a credit card.
It shall include the following data:

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On the front

On the back

All National Federations must produce licenses which are materially the same as theformat presented above. The license year must be in the position and of the font size
shown. If a Federation wishes to issue licenses with a QR code or a bar code, space isprovided on the reverse of the license for this purpose.
National Federations may issue electronic licenses (i.e. smart phone compatible) inplace of material licences. Electronic licences shall feature the same licence format aspresented above.
National Federations shall be responsible for ensuring the validity of electronic licencesand every aspect related to security pursuant to the relevant applicable laws.
(text modified on 06.10.97; 01.01.04; 13.08.04; 15.10.04; 01.01.17; 01.01.18; 01.10.18;
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1.1.025

The licence shall be written in French or English. Other language versions of its text may
also appear.
(text modified on 06.10.97; 15.10.04)

1.1.026[article abrogated on 01.01.18]

1.1.027(N) The national federation shall determine whether the photograph of the holder has toappear on the licence. Should the photograph not be required, the holder must always
be able to present his licence together with another ID document bearing his photo.

1.1.028

Disclosure
National federations shall ensure that the UCI ID and relevant contact details, such asaddress and email address, of all licence-holders are disclosed to the UCI and that suchinformation is maintained up-to-date.
(text modified on 23.10.19)

1.1.028bis

Each National Federation shall inform the UCI within one week of the identity of thelicence-holders whose licence was withdrawn, who returned their licence or who did notrenew their licence.
(article introduced on 01.01.09)

1.1.029

Penalties
The following infringements shall be penalised as indicated below:
1)
participation or attempt to participate, in a cycling competition or event without
holding the requisite licence:- start refusedand- a waiting period of one year before obtaining a licence.
2)

participation or attempt to participate, in a cycling competition or event withoutcarrying the licence:- start refused or disqualificationAnd- fine of CHF 50 to 100.

(text modified on 15.10.04; 01.01.18)

1.1.030

Sundry provisions
National federations may permit, under such conditions as they may determine, persons
who take part in cycling events only occasionally to take part in a particular event at
national level without holding a licence valid for a whole year. These conditions must
include agreement to abide by the regulations of the UCI and the national federation andsuitable insurance for the whole day or all days of the event.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.1.031

Articles 1.1.011 to 1.1.029 shall not apply to riders in the youth category, such matters
being governed by the national federations.

1.1.032

A licence holder whose licence is withdrawn because of a suspension the effect of which
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from the UCI which is valid in all other UCI member countries. Such a provisional
authorisation shall in all other respects be subject to the rules governing the licence.
1.1.033

All licence-holders shall be assigned the sporting nationality corresponding to theirnationality, regardless of the national federation that issues the licence. The sporting
nationality shall be assigned upon issuance of the first licence. A rider holding multiple
nationalities shall be required to choose between them on the occasion of first applying
for a licence. A stateless licence-holder shall be assigned the sporting nationality of thecountry in which he has continuously resided since at least five years.
For any cycling event where a rider represents his national team, he may only be
selected by the federation of his sporting nationality.
A rider shall be subject to the regulations and disciplinary procedures of the national
federation of his nationality in all matters concerning his selection for the national team.
(text modified on 08.06.00; 01.01.04; 01.10.11; 01.05.14; 01.01.19; 05.02.19; 01.03.22)

1.1.033
bis

A. A rider may request a change of sporting nationality to the UCI in the following cases
and under one of the following conditions:a. if the civil nationality in question is lost for any reason, the rider may choose thesporting nationality of another nationality which he holds;
b. if the rider was a minor at the time of first applying for a licence, the rider may choosea different nationality which he holds when making a first application for a licence
after he reaches the age of majority;c. if the rider holds another nationality without letters a. or b. applying, subject to thefollowing limitations and restrictions:- such a change of nationality may be made no more than twice in a career;- if a rider has previously represented his national team in any of the following events:
Olympic Games, Continental or Regional Games, World Championships,
Continental Championships, World Cup, in any category (Junior, U23, Elite,
Masters), the rider shall not be eligible for selection with another national team in
the subsequent edition of each of the World Championships and/or Continental
Championships (in all disciplines and categories), starting as from the confirmationof the change of nationality by the UCI.
- in case of a second change of nationality under letter c., the rider’s ineligibility forparticipation in World Championships and Continental Championships shall apply
to the two subsequent editions of each event, starting from the confirmation of thechange of nationality by the UCI.
In addition to the above, restrictions may apply for multi-sport events in accordance withthe relevant organisation’s regulations. The determination of a country that a rider canrepresent at the Olympic Games, Continental Games or Paralympic Games and any
potential restriction on participation in such events are governed by either the Rule 41 of
the Olympic Charter and its by-laws (for the Olympic and Continental Games) or the
Chapter 3.1 of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Handbook (for the
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B. In order to formalise a change of nationality, the following documents must be
submitted to the UCI:
- Proof of eligibility for the nationality chosen, (ex: passport or certificate issued by aministry, consulate, embassy, etc.)- A formal statement by the applicant, signed and dated, expressing the choice ofnationality and acknowledging the restrictions imposed on participation, if applicable.
If an applicant intends for the change of nationality to be effective from a specific date,
the latter shall make such request to the UCI at least three months before the said date.
Once the change of nationality is confirmed, the UCI will notify the applicant and theconcerned national federations.
In the event of a change of nationality, the rider retains the individual points acquired
until then. The points acquired by the nation of the former nationality are retained by thelatter.
(article introduced on 01.03.22)§2
1.1.034

Categories of riders
Competitive cycling
For participation in events on the international calendar, riders' categories are
determined by the age of those competing as defined by the difference between the yearof the event and the year of birth of the rider.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.01.17)

1.1.034bis

For participation in events on the international calendar and national championships,
riders shall be required to hold a UCI ID.
(article introduced on 01.01.17)

1.1.035

Without prejudice to relevant legal provisions, only riders aged 17 or more to whom alicence for one of the international categories below has been issued shall have the rightto take part in events on the international calendar. However, riders aged 16 or under
may take part in international BMX events (including BMX Freestyle events) and Paracycling events if the applicable legislation does not prohibit it.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.01.17; 01.01.19)

1.1.036

Men
YouthThis category denotes riders aged 16 years or under and is controlled by national
federations, except as provided for BMX and Para-cycling in article 1.1.035.
Junior (MJ: Men Junior)This category shall comprise riders aged 17 and 18.
Under 23 (MU: Men Under 23)
This category shall comprise riders aged 19 to 22.

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This category shall comprise riders aged 23 and above.
Masters (MM: Men Masters)
Unless otherwise provided in the UCI Regulations, this category shall comprise riders of
30 years and above who elect this status. The choice of masters status shall not be open
to a rider belonging to a team registered with the UCI.
Para-cyclists
This category shall comprise riders with disabilities as specified by the UCI functionalclassification system described in part 16, chapter V.
A para-cyclist may, or may not for health and safety reasons, be issued with an additional
category from the current list, regarding the established integration procedure. Thisdepends on the degree and nature of the disability.
(text modified on 01.01.03; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 25.06.07; 01.07.13; 01.01.15; 01.03.16;
01.01.19; 10.06.21)

1.1.037

Women
Youth
This category denotes riders aged 16 years or under and is controlled by national
federations, except as provided for BMX and Para-cycling in article 1.1.035.
Junior (WJ: Women Junior)This category shall comprise riders of 17 and 18 years old.
Under 23 (WU: Women Under 23)
Unless otherwise provided in the UCI Regulations, this category shall comprise riders
aged 19 to 22.
Elite (WE: Women Elite)
This category shall comprise riders aged 23 and above.
Masters (WM: Women Masters)
Unless otherwise provided in the UCI Regulations, this category shall comprise riders of
30 years and above who elect this status. The choice of masters status shall not be open
to a rider belonging to a team registered with the UCI.
Para-cyclists
This category shall comprise riders with disabilities as specified by the UCI functionalclassification system described in part 16, chapter V.
A para-cyclist may, or may not for health and safety reasons, be issued with an additional
category from the current list, regarding the established integration procedure. Thisdepends on the degree and nature of the disability.
(text modified on 01.01.03; 15.10.04; 25.06.07; 01.07.13; 01.01.17; 01.01.19; 10.06.21)

1.1.038

Designations may be adapted in national languages according to linguistic constraints.

1.1.039

Cycling for all
A cycling for all licence is issued to the cyclists practising cycling as a leisure activity.
This licence shall give access only to events on the cycling for all calendar.
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1.1.040

Teams
Definitions
Under these regulations a team is a sports organisation comprising riders and persons
supporting them with the aim of taking part in cycling events. Depending on the context
the term "team" may also denote the riders of a team who are taking part in a given
event.
(article introduced on 01.01.05)

1.1.041

Teams registered with the UCI
The following teams are teams registered with the UCI:
UCI WorldTeams: articles 2.15.047 and seq.
UCI Women’s WorldTeams: articles 2.13.128 and seq.
UCI ProTeams: articles 2.16.001 and seq.
UCI continental teams and UCI women’s continental teams: articles 2.17.001 and seq.
UCI mountain-bike teams: articles 4.14.001 and seq.
UCI track teams: articles 3.7.001 and seq.
UCI BMX Racing teams: articles 6.8.001 and seq.
UCI cyclo-cross teams: articles 5.5.001 and seq.
The reference to the UCI in the name of the categories of teams above refers only to thefact that the team has been registered with the UCI under the present regulations.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.07.10; 01.01.15; 01.07.18)

1.1.042A rider who is part of a team registered with the UCI may not enter into commitments toan organiser, whoever he may be, to take part in an event unless he has obtained priorconsent from his team. That agreement shall be considered to have been granted if, on
being duly requested, no answer has been received within ten days.
Any rider in breach of this regulation shall be disqualified and fined from CHF 300 to
5,000.
(article introduced on 01.01.05)

1.1.043

A rider whose team is entered in a race may not participate independently of his team,
offenders will be disqualified and fined from CHF 300 to 2,000.
(article introduced on 01.01.05)

1.1.044

National team
A national team is a team of riders selected by the national federation of their nationality.
(article introduced on 01.01.05)

1.1.045

Regional teamA regional team is a team of riders selected by a territorial or other division of a national
federation and composed of riders licensed by that federation who do not belong to ateam registered with the UCI.
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1.1.046Club team
A club team is a team affiliated to a national federation. Its composition shall be regulatedby the national federation, except insofar as the riders may not belong to a teamregistered with the UCI.
(text modified on 01.01.05)§4

Commissaires(numbering of articles modified on 01.01.05)[articles 1.1.112 and 1.1.122 abrogated on 01.01.04, previous article 1.1.125 on
01.01.05]

1.1.047

The commissaire is an official appointed by the UCI or a national federation to ensurethat cycling events comply with the provisions of the regulations that may apply.
Such appointment shall be based on the criteria established by the UCI or the national
federation, if any, and may be withdrawn at its discretion.
(text modified on 25.06.19)

1.1.048

Commissaires, both individually and/or in a panel shall direct the sporting aspects ofcycling events and ensure that the event be in all respects conducted according to theregulations. They shall, in particular, ensure that the regulations specific to a race, themanner in which it is conducted and all technical provisions relating thereto comply
strictly with the applicable provisions of the regulations.
Commissaires shall record breaches of the regulations and pronounce the foreseen
penalties.

1.1.049

The commissaires' panel shall comprise commissaires appointed to supervise a given
cycling event.
It shall record decisions of individual commissaires and shall apply and/or confirm thepenalties imposed.

1.1.050

Each commissaire shall act neutrally and independently. He may in no way be involvedin the organisation of the race. He shall immediately decline his appointment if he isaware of any aspect that could cast doubt on his neutrality.

1.1.051

The title of national commissaire shall be conferred by the national federation competentto issue his licence.
National federations shall determine the eligibility, status and functions of commissaires
in accordance with the principles mentioned above.
(text modified on 01.01.17)

1.1.052

Except where an exemption is granted by the UCI, a commissaire other than an UCI
international commissaire may officiate only in the country of his national federation.
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1.1.052bis

Elite national commissaires
The title of elite national commissaire shall be conferred by the UCI in the disciplines
determined by the UCI, to persons having successfully completed a course approved by
the UCI and given by an instructor appointed by the UCI. Such qualification shall be arequirement for candidates for qualification as UCI international commissaire in thedisciplines of Road, Track, MTB and BMX.
To be able to be admitted to the selection procedure to become elite national
commissaire, the concerned person has to meet the following conditions:be a national commissaire licence holder of a UCI affiliated national federation;
be proposed by that national federation;
have a command of the course language (French, English or Spanish).
(article introduced on 01.01.17; text modified on 01.01.19; 05.02.19)

1.1.053

UCI international commissaires
Conditions of appointment
The title of UCI international commissaire shall be conferred by the UCI to persons
having passed the examination and the practical assessment referred to in article
1.1.058.
(text modified on 01.01.07; 11.02.20)

1.1.054

To be able to be admitted to the selection procedure to become UCI international
commissaire, the concerned person has to meet the following conditions:
1. be a national, respectively an elite national commissaire license holder of a UCI
affiliated national federation;
2. be proposed by that national federation. This federation is required to submit anapplication signed by its president or a person delegated by its president which shall
include the following documentation:- a copy of an official identity document (passport, etc.) showing that the person- is aged between 25 and 50 years in the year of his selection by the UCI;
- for the disciplines of Road, Track, MTB and BMX: qualification of elite national
commissaire obtained after having successfully completed an elite national
commissaire course approved by the UCI given by an instructor appointed by
the UCI;- evidence that he has served actively as a national respectively elite national
commissaire in the two years preceding the selection;
3. have an excellent knowledge of the UCI regulations;
4. have a command of the official course language, which will be one of the two official
UCI languages (French or English).
The final selection of candidates is operated by the UCI based on the needs, the files
received, the places available. Additional criteria might be established specifically forthe course.
If a false statement is made, the candidate shall be excluded from every course or
examination. If applicable, he shall be stripped of the title of international commissaire.
(text modified on 01.01.03; 01.04.05; 01.01.07; 30.01.09; 01.01.10; 01.02.11; 01.02.13;
01.01.17; 01.01.19)

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1.1.056

Training courses
The training courses shall cover both the theoretical knowledge of the regulations andtheir practical application in the field.
(text modified on 01.01.17)

1.1.057Class and examination sessions shall be organised separately for each different type ofprogramme.
The syllabus for each training course shall comprise a general part common to all
disciplines and a special part specific to each discipline/category:
General part:UCI constitution (general)
general organisation of cycling as a sport
world championships
continental championships
Olympic and Paralympic Games (for Olympic disciplines)
discipline and procedures
sports safety and conditions
antidoping controls (general)the psychological aspects and ethics of the position of international
commissaire
Disciplines / categories
Road
Track
mountain bike
cyclo-cross
BMX Racing
BMX Freestyle
Trialscycle-ballartistic cycling
para-cycling(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.01.07; 25.06.07; 01.01.17)

1.1.058

The UCI shall set the examination requirements and standards for each course.
Examination shall comprise a theoretical part (written and oral) and a practical part.
In the event of failure, the candidate shall be permitted to retake the examination asecond time, subject to the requirements of article 1.1.054. Two failures in the same
discipline shall result in the exclusion for the examinations in that discipline.
(text modified on 01.01.03; 01.01.17; 01.01.19)

1.1.059

Within 24 months of passing the theoretical examination for international commissaires,the candidate has to pass a practical exam in an international event.
A UCI shall evaluate the candidate. In the event of failure, the candidate shall bepermitted to resit the practical exam only once.
(text modified on 01.01.07; 30.01.09; 01.01.17)

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1.1.061International commissaires shall be periodically assessed to guarantee that they meetthe required skill levels and in order to keep their qualification.
Commissaires are invited to attend seminars for training and improving skills on a regularbasis.
These seminars conclude by an assessment of proficiency.
Commissaires are assessed in writing, orally or in practice at an event.
The seminars for training and improving skills, as well as assessments, are led by UCI
tutors and assessors appointed by the UCI.
Commissaires who do not take part in the seminars for training and improving skills or
are not deemed to hold the required skill levels, are not reappointed by the UCI.
If necessary, the qualification of UCI international commissaire is withdrawn.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.01.07; 01.01.17)

1.1.061bis

1.1.062[article abrogated on 01.01.17]

StatusAt the maximum, a UCI international commissaire can exercise in two disciplines. Except
for Road and Track commissaires who can at the same time exercise in Paracycling. A
UCI international commissaire cannot at the same time:- be the holder of a licence as a rider of a team registered with the UCI or be member ofa national team;- exercise any technical function (team assistant, mechanic, paramedical assistant, teammanager, etc.) for a national federation or a team registered with the UCI.
- exercise the function of president or vice president within a national federation orcontinental confederation. A UCI international commissaire may in no case carry out
another role on the occasion of an international event.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.05; 01.01.07; 01.07.07; 25.06.07; 01.02.13; 01.01.17;
01.01.19)

1.1.063

Members of the UCI management committee as well as UCI staff members may not
officiate as international commissaires.
(text modified on 06.10.97)

1.1.064

The active career of an international commissaire and elite national commissaire shallend on 31 December of the year in which he reaches the age of 70.
(text modified on 01.01.07; 01.02.11; 01.10.11; 08.02.21; 10.06.21)

1.1.065

All international commissaires shall be subject to UCI discipline when appointed on aninternational event.
(text modified on 01.01.17)

1.1.066

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International commissaires shall at all times, even when not officiating as such, comply
with the UCI Regulations, the Code of conduct for Commissaires and shall not cause
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1.1.067

Any breach of article 1.1.066 may be referred to the UCI Disciplinary Commission which
may impose a suspension of up to 12 months, the withdrawal of the status of UCI
International Commissaire, as well as any other disciplinary measure provided in Part
XII of the UCI Regulations.
(text modified on 06.10.97; 01.01.03; 01.01.10; 01.01.17; 23.10.19)

1.1.068[article abrogated on 01.01.17]

1.1.069

Mission
The title of UCI international commissaire shall not in itself confer the right to be entrustedwith a mission.

1.1.070

The commissaires shall be designated by the UCI and/or by the national federation forsupervision of races on the international calendar, as indicated in article 1.2.116.
Members of the commissaires’ panel for continental championships shall be designatedby the continental confederation.
(text modified on 15.10.04; 01.02.11; 01.01.17; 23.10.19)

1.1.071

An international commissaire, if not appointed by the UCI, may be appointed by his
national federation to officiate in its country.

1.1.072

A UCI international commissaire may not accept a mission abroad without the agreementof his national federation and of the UCI, other than when appointed by the UCI. Without
the agreement of the UCI, the measures listed in article 1.1.066 can be applied.
(text modified on 01.02.11)

1.1.073

International commissaires appointed for a mission by the UCI shall be entitled toreimbursement of their expenses, the amounts and payment conditions of which shall be
determined by the management committee.

1.1.074

International commissaires appointed by the UCI and national federation in theirrespective discipline as detailed in article 1.2.116, shall wear the official uniforms
provided by the UCI. Such uniforms may be worn solely during such missions.
(text modified on 01.01.19)

1.1.074bis

National commissaires and elite national commissaires shall wear the official uniform
provided by the national federation in their respective discipline. The UCI logo should notappear on such uniforms.
(article introduced on 01.01.19)§5
1.1.075

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Sports directors
Each team, except regional teams and club teams, must nominate a single person as
sports director.
If, within a team more than one person carries the title of sports director, the team shalldesignate one person as the head sports director. Other individuals are described as

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assistant sports director. Without prejudice to the terms of Article 1.1.077, the provisionsof this section apply to the head sports director.
(text modified on 15.10.04; 01.01.13)
1.1.076

No team shall be registered with the UCI or recognised by it as a national team if noteam manager has been appointed.
No team may take part in events on the international calendar if it has not appointed ateam manager.
(text modified on 15.10.04)

1.1.077

Sports directors shall hold the appropriate licence.
Sports directors and assistant sports directors of UCI WorldTeams and UCI professional
continental teams must also have successfully passed the UCI examination. Failing this,they cannot be registered as such with the UCI, without prejudice to the following
paragraphs.
Sports directors and assistant sports directors of UCI Women’s World teams must also
have successfully passed the UCI examination in order to be registered as from the 2020
season.
Sports directors and assistant sports directors who intend to be registered as such forthe first time must pass the examination the year before taking on the role.
If the sports director or assistant sports director fails the examination, he can remain
registered but must pass the examination at the following session in order to beregistered again. In the event of a further failure, this person can only be registered whenthe examination is successfully passed.
(text modified on 15.10.04; 01.01.13; 01.01.15; 01.01.17; 01.07.18; 01.01.20)

1.1.078

Besides the tasks and responsibilities which are provided for in the regulations, the teammanager shall be responsible for the organisation of the sporting activities and for thesocial and human conditions in which the riders practise the sport of cycling within theteam.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.1.079

The team manager shall constantly and systematically strive, wherever possible, toimprove social and human conditions and protect the health and safety of the team's
riders.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.1.080

The team manager shall ensure that the regulations are complied with by all those who
belong to the team or who work for it in whatever capacity.
He shall set an example to the others.
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1.1.081

The team manager shall ensure that there is specialist assistance for the team in thefollowing areas: medicine, treatment in accordance with article 13.3.001 and equipment.
He shall ensure that assistance is given by qualified persons and, where required,holders of a licence in accordance with the regulations.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.01.05)

1.1.082

The team manager shall ensure that tasks are appropriately divided between all the
persons mentioned in article 1.1.080, with the exception of the riders. The tasks for each
person shall be clearly specified and respect the regulations. Those persons with titles
shall be listed by name. The division of tasks shall be in written form. A copy shall begiven to all persons mentioned in 1.1.080. A copy shall also be submitted to the national
federation. Teams registered with the UCI and national teams shall also submit a copy
to the UCI.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.1.083

The team manager shall regularly consult all persons mentioned in article 1.1.080
regarding human and social conditions, equipment, risks involved in cycling and thecompetition schedule for each rider. He shall make a report on each consultation. Upon
their request, a copy of the reports shall be submitted to the national federation or theUCI.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.1.084

Any failure by a team manager to meet the obligations imposed under this paragraphshall be penalised by a suspension of between 8 days and ten years, and/or a fine of
between CHF 500 and 10,000. In the event of a subsequent offence occurring within two
years of the first, the team manager shall be suspended for a period of at least six months
or excluded permanently and fined between CHF 1,000 and 20,000.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.1.085

Any person or team failing to respect the division of tasks under article 1.1.082 will be
penalised by a suspension of between one month and one year and/or a fine of between
CHF 750 and 10,000. If a second infraction is committed within two years, it will be
penalised with a suspension of between six months minimum or with permanent
exclusion and a fine of between CHF 1,500 and 20,000.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.1.086

The team manager may be held responsible for infractions committed by persons
indicated in article 1.1.080 and shall be penalised under the provisions for the infractionin question, unless he can demonstrate that the infraction cannot reasonably beconsidered to have been caused by negligence on his part, and that he did not endorse
it in any way.
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1.1.087

Technical delegate
The UCI may appoint a technical delegate to any cycling event. The role of the technicaldelegate is defined in the respective Parts of the regulations for each discipline.
(article introduced on 01.01.15)§7

Miscellaneous(§ introduced on 01.01.19)

1.1.088

BettingAnyone subject to the UCI regulations may not be involved in the organisation of bets
on cycling competitions. In particular, it is forbidden to:− hold direct or indirect financial interests in betting activities insofar as suchbetting activity concerns cycling;− take part in or assist in the determination of the betting odds offered on acycling event.
In addition, it is forbidden for licence-holders to place bets or agree with a third person
for a bet to be placed in relation to the following events:a) Events in which his team may participate or in relation to which he is directly
involved in another manner;b) All national, continental and world championships of his discipline(s); andc) All multisport events in which he participates in relation to which he isotherwise involved.
Violations to the present article may be sanctioned with a fine of CHF 2’000 to CHF
200’000 and/or a suspension of 8 days to 1 year. Violations to the first paragraph of thepresent article by an organiser may also be sanctioned with a withdrawal of its events’registration.
(text modified on 11.02.20)

1.1.089

SponsorshipWithout prejudice of the applicable law, no brand of tobacco, spirits, pornographic
products or any other products that might damage the image of the UCI or the sport ofcycling in general shall be associated directly or indirectly with a licence-holder, a UCI
team or a national or international cycling competition.
As defined in the present article, a spirit is a beverage with a content in alcohol of 15%
or more.

1.1.090

1. Sponsorship by betting companies (including national lotteries) is forbidden if thebetting company holds any shares or any contractual arrangements which grant it a rightto take part directly or indirectly in the management or decision-making of the organiser,team or licence-holder concerned, unless the betting operator abstains from organisingbets in relation to events of the organiser concerned or in relation to the events in which
the team or the licence-holder concerned takes part and, with regard to any other cycling
event, complies with the list of authorised bets drawn up by the UCI Management
Committee..
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Committee, published as Annexe A of the present Part of the UCI Regulations. It isconsequently forbidden to be sponsored by a betting company which organises bets on
events which do not appear on the said list and/or types of bets which do not appear on
the list.
3. In addition, any organiser, team or licence-holder wishing to be sponsored by a betting
company shall:−
ensure that the betting operator is affiliated to one or several competent national
monitoring authorities for the regulation and supervision of sports betting andholds an authorisation to organise bets in accordance with the definitions of theCouncil of Europe Convention on the Manipulation of Sports Competitions. In
the event of absence of a monitoring authority for the supervision of sports
betting in the country or countries where the betting operator is affiliated, theUCI may authorise such sponsorship provided that the betting operator iscontractually affiliated to a monitoring agency approved by the UCI and which
agrees to provide reports concerning atypical or suspicious betting to the UCI.
ensure that any such sponsorship contract explicitly prohibits the betting
company fromi.
collecting insider information and/or any other information that could be
used to manipulate a cycling eventii.
participating in any decision of a sporting nature.
4. The organiser, team or licence-holder wishing to be sponsored by a betting company
shall provide documentation establishing compliance with the conditions above alongwith its request for registration before the UCI or the national federation, if applicable,
and as determined by the applicable provisions. In the event the organiser, team or
licence-holder is already registered at the time it wishes to obtain sponsorship by abetting operator, the documentation shall be submitted without delay for approval to the
UCI or the national federation and in any case no later than two months prior to the event
during which the organiser, team or licence-holder wishes to grant visibility to the betting
operator.
(text modified on 11.02.20; 08.02.21)
1.1.091

Breaches of articles 1.1.089 and 1.1.090 may be sanctioned as follows:
Refused start and/or fine of CHF 1’000 to 25’000 for a licence-holder (art.
1.1.089 only);
Refusal or withdrawal of the registration, refused start and/or fine of CHF 5’000
to 500’000 for a team;Refusal or removal from the calendar and/or fine of CHF 5’000 to 500’000 for
an organiser.
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Chapter II RACES
Section 1: administrative provisions§1
1.2.001

Calendar
The calendar is the chronological list of cycling races by discipline, category and/or
gender which have received prior authorisation by the UCI as regards the international
calendar and by a national federation as regards national calendars.
Authorisation by the UCI or by a national federation for the registration of events on therespective calendars is required in order to ensure the good functioning of the cycling
disciplines in particular with respect to the following objectives:- uniform and consistent exercise of cycling competitions;- sporting merit and consistency in sporting results;- sport calendar to the benefit of organisers, teams and riders;- protection of riders through anti-doping, health and safety rules;- protection of the integrity of competitions;- financial stability for organisers, riders and teams;- solidarity for the elite level to the training and development of young riders.
(text modified on 01.07.22) .

1.2.002

A calendar shall be drawn up for the following disciplines:
1. road2. track
3. mountain bike
4. cyclo-cross
5. BMX Racing and BMX Freestyle
6. BMX Freestyle (park and flatland)
7 6. trials
8 7. indoor cycling (cycle ball and artistic cycling)
9 8. cycling for all (granfondo and gravel)
10 9. para-cycling (road and track)(text modified on 15.10.04; 01.01.17; 01.07.22)¨

1.2.003

The calendar shall be prepared annually for a calendar year or a season, in accordancewith the period determined by the UCI management committee for each discipline(text modified on 01.07.22)

1.2.004

In each discipline a world calendar, a continental calendar by continent and a national
calendar by national federation shall be prepared.
The international calendar comprises the world calendar and continental calendars.
An international race is a race entered on a world calendar or on a continental calendar.
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Any race which has not received prior authorisation or is not registered on theinternational or national calendar shall be considered to be a forbidden event inaccordance with article 1.2.019.
(text modified on 01.01.01, 01.07.22)
1.2.005

With the exception of UCI WorldTour events, the world and continental calendars are as
determined by the UCI management committee on the advice of the continental
confederations for the competitions which concern them.
The calendar of UCI WorldTour events is drawn up by the Professional Cycling Council,
in line with the provisions concerning the UCI WorldTour in Part II, section XV.
The UCI management committee or the professional cycling council shall assess
applications for registration on the international calendar in accordance with the criteria
laid down in article 1.2.010 as well as any requirements pursuant to the UCI Regulations
and the instructions laid down in the registration procedure for UCI calendars.
(text modified on 02.03.00; 15.10.04; 01.07.22)

1.2.006

Each year, organisers shall submit apply to their request for registration on theinternational calendar to their respective national federations to have their races included
on the world or continental calendar.
By filing its application, the organiser commits to respecting the UCI constitution andregulations and to irrevocably submitting to the jurisdiction of the Court of Arbitration forSport (CAS) with respect to any dispute concerning the application.
The organiser of, cyclo-cross, mountain bike or BMX events registered on a national
calendar in which riders of three or more foreign federations participated, two foreign
federations for a track, trials or an indoor cycling event, must request the inclusion of thenext edition of his the event on the international calendar. The event shall not be includedin the national calendar, except if its inclusion in the international calendar is rejected.
The organiser of a paracycling event registered on a national calendar in which riders ofmany foreign federations participated, as per Article 16.18.003, must request theinclusion of the next edition of his the event on the international calendar.
Regarding road, Nnational federations shall pass on applications for inclusion to the UCI
with a copy to their continental confederation no later than July 1st of the year precedingthat for which inclusion is requested required. For Track, the deadline shall be set at May
1st. For indoor cycling, para-cycling road and cycling for all, the deadline shall be set atJuly 1st. For MTB, BMX, BMX Freestyle and trials, this date is the last Friday of July as
for track, para-cycling track and cyclo-cross, the deadline shall be set at December 15th.
National federations must submit the applications to the UCI of the national federations
must be filed according to in accordance with the instructions laid down in the registration
procedures for UCI calendars given by the UCI administration and, in any case, confirms
in any case the organiser’s commitment to submit to abide by the UCI constitution andregulations and to submit any additional documentation requested by the UCI.

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If a race is run over the territory of several countries, the race shall be included on thecalendar only with the agreement of the federation of each country concerned.
National federations shall submit to the UCI all applications for which their assessmentof the criteria of article 1.2.010 is satisfactory. In case of a negative assessment or any
other ill-compliance with the UCI regulations identified by the national federation, thelatter shall inform the organiser accordingly.
Any organiser for which the application is not transmitted by the national federation to
the UCI may file its request directly with the UCI no later than 30 days after the abovementioned deadline for submission of the application by the national federation to theUCI. Such request may only be considered by the UCI if, based on a prima facie
examination, there are no justified reasons for the national federation not submitting theapplication to the UCI.
For any application received after expiry of any above-mentioned deadlines, the UCI
shall determine if it can be considered at the time of approval of the respective calendar
or only subsequently.
If a federation does not transmit a request for inclusion on a calendar, the organiser ofthe race may approach the UCI directly.
(text modified on 01.06.98; 01.01.03; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.07.09; 01.07.12; 25.02.13;
01.07.13; 01.01.16; 01.01.17; 08.02.18; 01.07.18; 01.07.22)
1.2.007

The draft continental calendars shall be sent by the UCI to the respective continental
confederations which may state their opinions thereon within 30 days of the despatch of
the draft.
Continental confederations shall, whenever publishing their continental calendars,
include world calendar races that are run on their territories.

1.2.008

National calendars shall be prepared by the respective national federations.
National federations shall, when publishing their national calendars, include international
calendar races that are run in their countries.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.07.22)

1.2.009

The first time a race is submitted for inclusion on the international calendar, the organiser
shall submit the documentation required in the registration procedure for UCI calendars,
including at least the following information:- name and contact details of organiser and of representative;- type of race (discipline, speciality, format);- venue of the event or description of the course including total length (in km) and, whereapplicable, that of stages and circuits;- the type and envisaged number and categories of participating teams and/or riders'
categories wanted;- proposed dates of the event;- financial aspects (prizes, travel and subsistence expenses);- references concerning organisation;

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONS- confirmation that the event shall be held in accordance with the UCI regulations for thediscipline concerned (with any derogation to be requested for authorisation).
Any request for derogations to the UCI regulations for the discipline concerned shall bereasoned and submitted to the UCI together with the application for the UCI’s
consideration.
For the Rroad events, the documentation must be submitted to the UCI no later than
three months before the meeting of the UCI management committee at which thecalendar in question is finalised (in general, June 25th). For the other disciplines, thedocumentation must be submitted to the UCI at the latest on the same registration
deadline settled in Article 1.2.006 for the other such disciplines.
Upon receipt of the application, the UCI shall determine if additional documentation or
information is reasonably required in order to assess the criteria laid down in article
1.2.010 and any requirements pursuant to the UCI Regulations and/or the registration
procedure for UCI calendars.
For any application submitted late, the UCI shall determine if it can be considered at thetime of approval of the respective calendar or only subsequently.
(text modified on 01.01.98; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.07.13; 01.07.22)
1.2.010The UCI shall endeavour to review the application and issue a decision at the UCI
management committee (or professional cycling council) meeting planned for approvalof the international calendar of the respective discipline, provided the application is
submitted to the UCI in accordance with the applicable deadline(s). The UCI reserves
the right to extend the period of review in cases where further assessment of theapplication is necessary to determine compliance with the applicable requirements.
The UCI management committee (and professional cycling council) shall review theapplication on a transparent, fair and non-discriminatory basis having regard to thefollowing criteria and in light of the objectives set out in article 1.2.001:- Administrative criterion, which includes an assessment of:o Organiser’s company, shareholder(s) and representative(s);o Insurance requirements;o Compliance with UCI regulations pertaining to the administration of events,
including but not limited to financial obligations towards the UCI and otherstakeholders;o Compliance with applicable laws.
- Sporting criterion, which includes an assessment of:o Dates requested for event;o Class requested for the event;o Compliance with UCI regulations pertaining to the sporting conduct of events;o Safety requirements;o Specific requirements related to the class of events;o Attractivity of the event for the stakeholders of cycling and third parties;o Respect of scope of competence of commissaires and other stakeholders (e.g.,national federations, teams or riders);o Fair and equal treatment of invitations and participating teams and riders;- Ethical criterion, which includes an assessment of:o Compliance with the UCI Code of Ethics;o Compliance with UCI’s anti-doping and medical rules;
o Compliance with UCI regulations pertaining to integrity of cycling competitions,
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competition manipulation, forbidden association with betting, forbidden links withteams;o Underlying objectives for organisation of event;o Impact on the reputation or image of the UCI and/or the sport of cycling.
In addition to the above, the UCI shall also consider any provisions of the UCI regulations
applicable to event organisers.
Assessment of the criteria above shall be performed on the basis of the application as
well as past editions of the event. The UCI shall consider any relevant documents orinformation for such purpose.
(article introduced on 01.07.22)[article abrogated on 01.01.05]
1.2.011

Upon review of the application, the UCI management committee or professional cycling
council shall adopt one of the following decisions:(i)Authorise the event where, in its reasonable opinion, the race satisfies all
authorisation criteria; or(ii) Reject the application request where, in its reasonable opinion, one or more of thecriteria for authorisation is not satisfied; or(iii) Authorise the event subject, in its reasonable opinion, to one or more of the following
conditions:- Completion of a successful test event in particular where the event involves
a derogation from the UCI regulations for the discipline concerned; and/or- Classification in a lower category of events; and/or- Refusal to grant any requested derogation; and/or- Change of date to ensure coherence of the calendar (e.g. to avoid overlaps,
avoid unlawful dealings between organisers and/or teams, avoid
unreasonable burden on teams and/or riders, ensure geographicalcoherence with other events on the calendar); and/or- Other conditions to be satisfied within a reasonable timeframe by theorganisers.
The authorisation of an event shall be confirmed through publication of the event on therelevant calendar on the UCI website. Other decisions shall be notified by the UCI to theorganiser.
If the documentation is accepted, the race shall be registered for a probationary year, on
a date compatible with the existing calendars. The race may be supervised by a UCI
delegate at the expense of the organiser.
(text modified on 01.01.99; 01.07.22)
1.2.012The inclusion of a race on the international calendar shall be subject to the payment ofa fee, called the calendar fee, the amount of which shall be set annually by the UCI
management committee.
The total amount of the fee must be paid by the organiser to the UCI upon reception of
an invoice from the UCI. Invoices are sent 90 days before an event, or upon approval of
the race in the calendar, whichever is later.
The UCI reserves the right to remove the race from the international calendar at any
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circumstance, no UCI International Commissaires will be appointed, respectively no UCI
ranking points will be awarded to the participants; should the organiser wish to re-register
the event on the calendar on a following season a penalty fee of CHF 250 will be applied.
Furthermore, a race inscription shall be refused if the enrolment fees for previous
season’s races have not been paid or if the organiser does not honour its financial
obligations with the UCI and/or to other stakeholders, subject to the relevant claim being
duly established. This measure also applies to the new organiser of the race and, ingeneral, to the organiser and/or race that the UCI management committee considers tobe the successor of another organiser or another race.
(text modified on 01.06.98; 01.02.03; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.01.21; 01.07.22)
1.2.013

In the event of a rejection of an application for inclusion registration on the international
calendar is decided by the UCI management committee or the professional cycling
council, the organiser shall be provided with the reasoning for such decision. The
organiser shall be allowed to put his case. If the organiser has not had an opportunity to
defend his application, he may lodge an appeal with the UCI arbitral board. The decisionof the arbitral board is final and not subject to appeal.
The UCI may cancel an authorisation decision with immediate effect should the organiser
infringe one or more of the criteria or conditions required for authorisation, including incases where the UCI becomes aware of the relevant information after the registration of
the event.
Decisions by the UCI management committee or the professional cycling council
rejecting authorisation or cancelling registration on the international calendar are subject
to de novo appeal before the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
(text modified on 02.03.00; 01.01.05; 01.01.10; 01.07.22)

1.2.014

Any change to the date of an event included on the international calendar shall be subject
to prior authorisation by the UCI or, for a UCI WorldTour event, the Professional Cycling
Council at the request of the national federation of the organiser. In case an event is held
at a date which has not been authorised, the event shall be considered to be a forbidden
event in accordance with article 1.2.019. If there is a change of date or if an event iscancelled, the organiser shall be liable for a fine the amount of which shall be set eachyear by the management committee, subject to recourse to the arbitral board. The
decision of the arbitral board is final and not subject to appeal.
(text modified on 02.03.00; 01.01.05; 01.01.10; 01.07.22)§2

Names of races

1.2.015

The organiser cannot call his event by any name other than that under which it wasentered on the calendar.

1.2.016

The national federation and the UCI may ask that the name of the race be altered, forinstance to avoid confusion with another race.

1.2.017

No race may be designated as a national, regional, continental, world, cup or
championship event, save in the cases expressly provided for in the UCI regulations orunless prior and express authorisation has been obtained from the UCI or the competent
national federation with respect to races on its national calendar.

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1.2.018§3
1.2.019

The organiser shall avoid giving the impression that his race has a status that it does nothave.

Forbidden races
No licence holder may participate in an event that has not been included on a national,
continental or world calendar or that has not been recognised by a national federation, acontinental confederation or the UCI.
Depending on the circumstances, A national federation and the UCI may grant special
exceptions for particular races or events run in its own country.
Particular races or events may consist of:- events organised occasionally only and which do not belong to the organised sport
movement;- events whose format is not covered by the UCI regulations.
Any national federation intending to grant a special exception must submit its reasoned
request to the UCI administration in the beginning of the season and at least two months
before the respective event. The decision of the UCI in this respect is final and shall not
be subject to appeal.
Licence-holders shall not participate in an event that has not been registered on anational or international calendar or has not otherwise been granted prior authorisation
by a national federation, a continental confederation or the UCI.
The UCI may grant authorisations to events which do not meet the criteria for registrationon the international in order for licence-holders to participate. Such authorisations shallbe conditional upon the following conditions:- the event shall not result in any classification points and not be part of a series; and- prize money and participation fees shall not exceed the levels of prize money awarded
for elite UCI World Championships races of the disciplines concerned; and- a reasoned request shall be submitted by the organiser at least two months before
the respective event.
In case of authorisation, the event shall be published by the UCI.
National federations issue authorisations in accordance with the above. However,participation of members of UCI teams shall require the UCI’s approval.
(text modified on 25.09.14; 01.07.22)

1.2.020

Licence holders may not participate in activities organised by a national federation thathas been suspended, save in application of article 19.4 of the UCI constitution.

1.2.021

Breaches of articles 1.2.019 or 1.2.020 shall render the licence holder liable to one
month's suspension and a fine of CHF 50 to 100.
Breaches of articles 1.2.019 or 1.2.020 shall be sanctioned as follows:
For riders and other licence-holders:- Warning in case of a first-time minor infringement (no intention or negligence);- A fine of 100 CHF to 10’000 CHF and/or a suspension up to six months for a firsttime intentional or negligent infringement (e.g. where notice provided in advance

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by UCI and/or national federation that the event was a forbidden race or where
licence-holder was otherwise aware of the absence of authorisation for the event);- A fine of 1’000 CHF to 100’000 CHF and/or a suspension of up to twelve months
in case of recidivism.
In addition to the sanctions provided for above, a team which participates in an event inbreach of article 1.2.019 or 1.2.020 shall be sanctioned as follows:--

A fine of 500 CHF to 10’000 CHF in case of a first-time minor infringement (nointention or negligence);
A fine of 5’000 CHF to 100’000 CHF and/or a suspension of one to six months incase of a first-time intentional or negligent infringement (e.g. where noticeprovided in advance by UCI and/or national federation that the event was aforbidden race or where licence-holder was otherwise aware of the absence ofauthorisation for the event);
A fine of 10’000 CHF to 200’000 CHF and/or cancellation of the team’s
registration or licence in case of recidivism.

In the case of a UCI team, the sanctions shall be double those provided for above (i.e.
amounts of fines and durations of suspensions).
(texte modified on 01.07.22)§4

Access to a race

1.2.022

No suspended licence holder may be admitted to a race or to zones not accessible tothe public.
Anyone knowingly engaging or entering a suspended rider for a race shall be fined
between CHF 2,000 and 10,000.

1.2.023

The organiser shall grant accreditation and free access to members of the bodies of its
national federation and of the UCI.

1.2.023bis

Travel authorisations
The organiser and the national federation must offer support to a team or rider invited toparticipate (and to whom an entry form has been provided according to article 1.2.049)
regarding any required travel authorisations, if any.
(article introduced on 25.06.18)§5Sanction

1.2.024[article abrogated on 01.01.21]

1.2.025[article abrogated on 01.01.21]§6
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Classifications and cups
National federations, their affiliates and licence holders and, in general, all bodies
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individual or team classification based on the races on the international calendar otherthan those drawn up or expressly authorised by the UCI.
Events conducted by an organiser who fails to comply with the preceding paragraph shallbe deleted from the international calendar for the following year.
In no case, for mountain bike and cyclo-cross, such a classification will not be comprisedof more than eight events.
(text modified on 01.08.00; 01.01.05; 01.07.13)§7

National Championships

1.2.027

National championships shall be ridden under UCI regulations.

1.2.028

Participation in national championships shall be regulated by the respective national
federations. Only riders who hold the nationality of the country for the purposes of thepresent regulations may compete for the title of national champion and the relevant
points. A rider cannot compete for the title of national champion and the relevant points
for more than one country during the same season.
If a national federation organises a separate event to award the national champion's title
in a given category, riders in this category may not take part in the national championshipevent in another category. As an exception, if a national federation organises separate
events for the award of the Elite and U23 national road champion titles, the national
federation may determine that U23 riders are authorised to take part in both events.
A maximum of three national federations may organise their national championships asa joint event.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.01.19)

1.2.029

Dates of the National Championships
National road championships shall be organised during the last full week of the month ofJune. All results must be received by the UCI within UCI DataRide no later than two days
after the last day of the event. No result received after that time shall be taken into
consideration for the UCI classification. UCI points awarded will be included in the
ranking calculated on the week following the receiving of the results.
The national cyclo-cross championships shall be run on the date set by the Management
Committee.
National mountain bike championships of cross-country Olympic (XCO) and crosscountry short track (XCC) shall be run on the 29th weekend of the year; the third weekendof July starting from 2025.
National BMX championships shall be run on the first weekend of July.
National trials championships shall be run on the last weekend of June. However, it ispossible to run them together with the national mountain bike championships.
National indoor cycling championships should take place 4 weeks before the world
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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSThe UCI may grant dispensations for the southern hemisphere or in cases of force
majeure.
Concerning the calculation of the UCI rankings, national championships run before orafter the mandatory date shall be considered as being run on the mandatory date, except
for road cycling.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.09.05; 01.01.06; 01.01.08; 01.07.10; 01.07.12;
01.07.13; 01.01.16; 03.06.16; 01.01.22)
1.2.030[article abrogated on 01.01.19]

1.2.030bis[article abrogated on 01.01.19]

Section 2: organisation of races(numbering of articles modified on 01.01.05)§1Organiser

1.2.031

The organiser of a cycling race shall be licensed as such. He shall be a licence holder ofthe national federation of the country where the race is run.

1.2.032

The organiser shall be entirely and exclusively responsible for the organisation of his
race, with respect both to compliance with UCI regulations and to the administrative,
financial and legal aspects.
The organiser alone shall be responsible to the authorities, participants, attendants,
officials and spectators.
The organiser shall be responsible for financial obligations arising from previous
occasions on which that event was organised by a third party or from those to which his
event is considered to be the successor by the management committee or, where theevent in question is a UCI World Tour event, by the Professional Cycling Council.
(text modified on 02.03.00; 01.01.05)

1.2.033

Monitoring by the UCI, national federations and by the commissaires of the conduct of
the race shall concern only the sporting requirements and the organiser alone shall beanswerable for the quality and safety of the organisation and installations.

1.2.034

The organiser shall take out insurance covering all risks relating to the holding of his
race. The organiser shall be entirely responsible for providing the insurance carrier withdetailed information regarding the organisation of its event to ensure appropriate
coverage.
The third-party liability insurance taken out by the organiser shall ensure appropriate
coverage of damage caused to third parties such as riders, staff and spectators and shallnot make coverage conditional on such third parties discharging the organiser’s liability.
The third-party liability insurance taken out by the organiser must nominate the UCI as a
jointly insured party and cover claims which may be made against the UCI in connection
with the event and the areas of intervention of UCI officials.
(article modified on 01.01.05; 01.03.22)

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1.2.035

The organiser shall ensure that the race may take place under the best material
conditions for all parties concerned, riders, attendants, officials, commissaires,
journalists, security services, medical services, sponsors, the public, etc.
Unless otherwise specified, the organiser must provide all the equipment required for theorganisation of the event, including all timing equipment.
(text modified on 01.01.06; 01.03.22)

1.2.035bis

The organiser shall take whatever safety measures caution demands and, whenevernecessary, shall obtain authorisations from competent authorities and/or rights owners.
The organiser’s responsibility shall remain unaffected whether tasks are performed by
the organiser itself or a third-party.
The organiser’s responsibility in terms of safety encompasses any aspect of the event,including but not limited to sporting operational and commercial matters.
The organiser may authorise the shooting of still photography and/or video by aircrafts,
including drones or other small aircrafts, subject to obtaining authorization to operate therelevant equipment safely and securely from the envisaged location. The organizer shallalso ensure that any aircraft used does not affect the sporting conduct of the event andshall undertake or require that a detailed risk assessment be undertaken with regard to
the riders, officials and spectators attending the event.
The organiser must ensure that the use of such equipment on the venue of the event is
explicitly foreseen and communicated and fully covered by the relevant insurance
carrier.
Finally, organisers shall take appropriate measures to ensure that aircrafts, including
drones and other small aircrafts, are not used by third persons without being duly
authorised and do not impede on sporting operations or the exploitation of third-party
rights (e.g., image or media rights).
(article introduced on 01.03.22)

1.2.036§2
1.2.037

The organiser shall always strive to attain the best quality of organisation possible withthe means at his disposal.

Authorisation to organise the event
A cycle race may be organised only if it has been included on a national, continental orworld calendar.
The inclusion of the race on the calendar means that its organisation has beenauthorisation, but does not imply that the UCI or the national federation that registered it
undertake responsibility for it.

1.2.038

In addition, the organiser shall obtain any administrative authorisations required under
the laws and regulations of the country where the competition is held.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

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the specific regulations for the race; these regulations may not be publishedin the programme until they have been approved by the national federation;
programme and schedule of competitions;invited riders (categories of rider, teams, etc.);
entry procedure, distribution of identification numbers;
list of prizes;
financial conditions relating to travel and subsistence expenses;
arrangements for in competition feeding (method, number, feed zones, etc.);transport arrangements for participants and baggage;
description and detailed plans of the track or circuit, including start andfinishing zones;
location of podiums and rooms for antidoping tests, secretarial offices,pressroom, etc.;
arrangements regarding police and security forces and set-up in case of
medical emergency;
photo-finish and time-keeping installations;public announcement facilities and announcers;
for para-cycling events, information on accessibility services shall be provided.

(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.07.11)§3
1.2.040

Specific regulations
The organiser shall draw up a set of regulations specific to his race.
The regulations shall inter alia cover sporting aspects particular to the race.
These specific regulations shall comply fully with the present regulations and have been
approved beforehand by the national federation of the organiser.

1.2.041§4
1.2.042(N) The specific regulations shall be published in the programme and/or the technicalguide for the race.

Programme - technical guide(N) The organiser shall prepare a programme and/or technical guide for his race, whichmust be approved in advance by his national federation.
The contents shall be determined by the provisions governing the various disciplines.
It shall, at least, be written in French or English; other languages may be added.

1.2.043

With the exception of minor alterations to the timetable for the competition, provisions
once published in the programme and/or technical guide can no longer be altered savewith the agreement of all concerned or where it is necessary to bring them into line withthe regulations.
The organiser may, if necessary, make a substantial change to the timetable for the
event subject to the following conditions:
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2) he must repay the teams or riders, commissaires, national federations and the UCI
any irrecoverable costs caused by the change to the timetable.
(text modified on 01.01.04)
1.2.044

Any breach of the provisions relating to the programme or technical guide shall render
the organiser liable to a fine of between CHF 500 and 2,000.

1.2.045

The organiser shall send the programme and/or technical guide to all teams or riders
invited to participate in the race, at the latest when they confirm their enrolment.
The organiser shall send the programme and/or technical guide to the international
commissaire(s) 30 days before the date of the race.

1.2.046

At the team managers’ meeting, the organiser shall provide a sufficient number of copiesof the programme and/or technical guide of the race for distribution to the riders.

1.2.047

By participating in a race, a rider shall be assumed to know and to have accepted thecontent of the programme and/or technical guide, including the specific race regulations.

§5
1.2.048

Invitation – Enrolment
General principle(N) Unless otherwise specified, the organiser is free to select any teams and riders foran event, without any requirement to take account of any national protection.
Without prejudice to the provision concerning mountain bike, BMX, indoor cycling, paracycling, cycling for all, track, trials, cyclo-cross and the masters category, organisers ofevents registered on the international calendar are not allowed to demand from riders
and/or teams any participation fee whatsoever (contribution to costs, entry fee, etc.).
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 23.09.05; 01.02.07; 01.07.11; 01.07.13;
05.03.18; 01.07.18; 08.02.21)

1.2.049

Conditions
The organiser shall, at least 60 days in advance, invite the team or rider by sending
general information. In the case of national, regional or club teams, he shall notify thenational federation of the invitation.
At least 50 days before the race, an invited party shall inform the organiser in writing(letter, fax, email) whether he/it wishes to participate in the race or whether he/it wishes
to decline the invitation.
At least 40 days before the race, the organiser shall send an official UCI entry form to all
invited parties whose participation he accepts. At the same time, he shall inform invited
parties whose participation he does not accept to that effect.
At least 20 days before the race, the invited party shall return to the organiser the originalof the duly completed entry form.
72 hours before the event's start time, the teams must fax or email the organiser a copyof the entry form giving the names of the entrants plus two reserves.
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1.2.050

The organiser shall submit the entry forms to the commissaires’ panel for verification.
(text modified on 25.06.19)

1.2.051

1.2.052

1.2.053

General provisions
In a national calendar race, the entry procedures shall be determined by the national
federation of the organiser.
National, regional and club teams and their respective riders may not start incompetitions abroad unless they hold authorisation in writing issued by their federation(except teams and riders from the same federation as the event organiser). Thisauthorisation must carry the dates of validity and the name(s) of the rider(s) concerned.
The provisions in this article shall not apply to riders covered by the provisions of article
2.1.011.
The provisions in this article shall not apply to riders participating in cyclo-cross MountainBike, BMX Racing, BMX Freestyle or Trials events.
(text modified on 01.01.01; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.07.18; 01.01.21; 08.02.21)
In the event that a UCI registered team is entered but fails to appear, the signatory of theentry and the team that be represents shall be jointly and severally liable to pay theorganiser an indemnity equal to twice the travel and subsistence expenses agreed inwriting.
In other cases of failure to start, the signatory of the entry and the team which herepresents shall be jointly and severally liable to pay the organiser a penalty charge equal
to the travel and subsistence expenses agreed in writing.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.02.14)

1.2.054

The organiser may not accept late entries. The organiser must inform the signatory of
the entry in question of this. The president of the commissaires' panel shall rule in theevent of dispute.
The organiser may not refuse to allow a team or a rider entered to start. He must submit
his objections to the commissaires' panel which shall decide.
Should the organiser refuse without valid reason to allow an entered team to start in an
event of road UCIProSeries or 1, the organiser must pay the team an indemnity equal to
double the total sum of the allowances for the event.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.05; 23.10.19)

1.2.055

Penalties
The following infringements shall be penalised as indicated below:
1. Rider contracted (identification number issued) absent at the start:
if not participating in any other event: a CHF 50 fine;
if participating in another event: exclusion from the classification and a fine of
between CHF 500 and 3,000.
2. Failure on the part of the organiser to use the official entry form:
fine of between CHF 300 and 1,000 per team.
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1.2.056

Race headquarters – Secretarial office(N) The organiser shall provide a fully equipped secretarial office for the full duration of
the race. A representative of the organiser must be present there at all times.
(article introduced on 01.01.05)

1.2.057(N) This race headquarters will be set up at the competition venue. For road races, therace headquarters will be operational at the start location during the two hours thatprecede the start of the race, as well as at the finish location, during the two hours thatprecede the finish of the race.

1.2.058(N) The race headquarters at the finish will remain open until the results are sent to theUCI, or, if the commissaires have not completed their work at that juncture, until suchtime as that work has been completed.
(article introduced on 01.01.05)

1.2.059(N) The race headquarters must be provided with at least a telephone line, a fax and acomputer with internet access.
(article introduced on 01.01.05)§7
1.2.060

Course and safety
SafetyThe organiser must provide an adequate security service and organise efficient
cooperation with the police.
(article introduced on 01.01.05)

1.2.061

Without prejudice to the relevant legal and administrative provisions and the general dutyof care, the organiser shall ensure that the race course or the competition grounds
include no places or situations that could constitute a particular safety risk to anyone(riders, attendants, officials, spectators, etc.).
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.2.062

Without prejudice to provisions requiring an entirely closed circuit, all traffic shall be
stopped on the course as the race passes through.

1.2.063

In no case can the UCI be held responsible for defects in the course or installations orfor any accidents that may occur.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.2.064

Riders shall study the course in advance.
Unless ordered so to do by a police officer, they may not leave the prescribed courseand shall not be able to claim any error in this respect, nor any other motive such as, forexample, incorrect directions by any person, badly placed or non-existent signs, etc.

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSConversely, should the rider take a shortcut giving an advantage, he shall be penalisedin accordance with point 13 of the table of race incidents appended to Part XII (article
2.12.007, point 7.1 for Road events) notwithstanding any other disciplinary measuresthat may be provided for.
(text modified on 01.01.07; 01.01.19)
1.2.064bis[article transferred to article 2.2.025 on 01.01.19]

1.2.065

If one or more riders leave the circuit on the orders of a police officer, they will not bepunished. If that detour gives an advantage, the riders concerned shall wait when they
return to the normal course and then restart in the positions they occupied before thedetour.
If all or some of the riders take the wrong route, the organiser shall do all he can to direct
the riders back to the course at the place where they left it.

1.2.065bis§8[article abrogated on 01.03.22]

Medical service

1.2.066

The organiser shall set up an adequate medical service.

1.2.067

The organiser shall appoint one or more doctors to provide riders with medical care.

1.2.068

Facilities for rapid transfer to hospital must be available. At least one ambulance shallfollow the competition or be available at the competition venue.
Prior to the start of the event, the organiser must make available to starting teams a listof the hospitals contacted to handle any injuries.
(text modified on 01.01.98; 01.01.05)§9

Prizes

1.2.069

All information on prizes (number, nature, amount, conditions of awarding) shall beclearly stated in the programme or technical guide of the race.

1.2.070

The management committee may set minimum prize levels for events on theinternational calendar.
For UCI World Tour events, the total minimum prize value is determined by theProfessional Cycling Council.
(text modified on 02.03.00; 01.01.05)

1.2.071

The event organiser is responsible for paying the prizes to the riders/teams. However,national federations may provide that prizes be paid to them by the organisers prior to
the event, in order to proceed themselves with the payment of prizes or require that theorganiser sets up a bank guarantee for the total amount of prizes. National Federations
may impose such requirements on any event taking place on its territory.

.
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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSAs an exception to the first paragraph, the UCI may provide that prizes shall be paid by
the organiser into a specific bank account as part of a centralised platform for the
distribution of prizes and managed by the UCI or a third-party designated by the UCI.
In such a case:‐
Where applicable, the organiser shall be responsible for withholding taxes inaccordance with the tax laws in the country of the event. Where taxes arewithheld, the organiser shall be responsible for providing all relevant tax
certificates (via electronic upload onto the platform);
The payment made by the organiser onto the centralised bank account shall
include the entire prize money due for the event less deduction of any
withholding taxes;
Such payment shall be made upon the obligations related to withholding taxes
being fulfilled and no later than 45 days after the event;In the event of a distinct entity (such as the country’s national federation or
riders’ association) being borne with a statutory obligation to deal withwithholding taxes on behalf of organisers, the UCI shall instruct such entity ofthe modalities to be complied with in relation to the withholding of taxes andremittance of prize money.
(text modified on 01.02.19; 23.10.19; 08.02.21)
1.2.072

Prizes shall be paid to the beneficiaries or their representatives no later than 90 days
after the finish of the race.
However, in the case of a centralised platform, - the UCI may withhold payments until
such time that they are satisfied that the riders entitled to prizes are not susceptible ofbeing disqualified further to an anti-doping rule violation committed in connection withthe event or subsequently being disqualified by a competent decision-making body. In
relation to anti-doping, the UCI shall seek verification with the International Testing
Agency solely regarding events for which the latter initiated and directed sample
collection.
For events which are not included in the centralised platform, the event organiser shallbe responsible for seeking verification with the relevant decision-making bodysusceptible of disqualifying a rider before proceeding with the payment of the prizes.
In particular, where in-competition testing has been conducted, the event organiser shallseek verification with the anti-doping organisation which initiated and directed sample
collection.
(text modified on 01.02.19; 08.02.21)

1.2.073

At any time prior to payment of prizes, if there is any dispute or ongoing proceeding thatmight influence placing and hence entitlement to a prize, the prize shall may be withheld
until a decision has been reached.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.10.05; 01.01.09; 01.02.19; 01.01.21)

1.2.074

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If a race or a stage is ridden at an abnormally low average speed, the commissaires'
panel may, after consulting the organiser, decide to reduce or cancel prizes.

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONS§ 10
1.2.075

Travel and subsistence expenses
1. Without prejudice to the provisions below, the contribution made by the organiser tothe travel and subsistence expenses of the teams or riders in an event on theinternational calendar shall be negotiated directly between the parties.
The subsistence allowance shall include accommodation, meals and drinks (only mineralwater) during the event.
2. For certain events, the management committee or the Professional Cycling Council
may oblige the organisers to pay a participation allowance and fix the minimum amountof the allowance.
The participation allowances shall be deemed to cover travel expenses.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03; 01.01.05; 01.01.06; 01.10.09)

1.2.076

The allowance due will be paid no later than the end of the event.
For races of 4 days or more, the agreed allowance shall be invoiced by the team and will
be paid via bank transfer by the organizer to the team on an agreed upon date.
Special provisions for Road events
For Men Elite UCI WorldTour, UCIProSeries and class 1 events as well as Women Elite
UCI WorldTour and class 1 events, the allowance must be paid within 30 days from the
day a corresponding invoice has been issued by the team; this may only be validly issued
from the day after the end of the event.
In the case of an unjustified delay in payment of the participation allowance, the team is
fully entitled to interest on arrears of 15% per year without the requirement for priornotice. Furthermore, unless there has been referral to the UCI Arbitral Board in themeantime, the amounts below shall be payable as a penalty provided that the teamissues formal notice to the organiser at least 10 days before the implementation of eachpenalty:- 50% of the agreed allowance in the case of a delay of more than 30 days;- 50% of the agreed allowance in the case of a delay of more than 60 days.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.10.13; 01.01.15; 01.01.16; 01.01.17; 23.10.19)

Section 3: race procedures(numbering of articles modified on 01.01.05)§1Supervision of the organisation and competition

1.2.077

The material administration of the race shall be assumed by the organiser or his
representative.
Purely material organisational problems shall be solved by race administration inaccordance with applicable regulations and after consulting the commissaires' panel.

1.2.078

The president of the commissaires' panel, together with the other commissaires, shalltake on the sporting administration and supervision of the competition.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONS§2
1.2.079

Conduct of participants in cycling races
All licence holders shall at all times be properly dressed and behave correctly in all
circumstances, even when not racing.
They shall refrain from any acts of violence, threats or insults or any other improper
behaviour or from putting other persons in danger.
They may not in word, gesture, writing or otherwise harm the reputation or question the
honour of other licence holders, officials, sponsors, federations, the UCI or cycling in
general. The right of criticism shall be exercised in a motivated and reasonable manner
and with moderation.

1.2.080

All licence holders shall, in whatever capacity, participate in cycling races in a sportingand fair manner. They shall look to contributing fairly to the sporting success of the race.

1.2.081

Riders shall sportingly defend their own chances.
Any collusion or behaviour likely to falsify or go against the interests of the competition
shall be forbidden.

1.2.082

Riders shall act with utmost caution. They shall be held responsible for any accidents
that they cause.
They shall, in the way they behave in the race, observe the legislation of the country
where the race takes place.

1.2.083§3
1.2.084

Carrying and using glass containers shall be forbidden during competitions.

Team manager
During events, each team, except regional and club teams, shall be managed by a teammanager appointed for this purpose.
(text modified on 01.01.99; 01.01.05)

1.2.085

The team manager shall ensure that the riders of his team attend at the required times
and places (signing on, start line, antidoping control, etc.).
He shall respond when summoned by the president of the commissaires' panel or by theorganisation’s management.
(text modified on 01.01.99)

1.2.086§4
1.2.087

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The team manager may represent the riders before the commissaires' panel.

Team managers' meeting
No more than 24 hours and no less than two hours before the start of the competition,
the organiser must convene a meeting in a suitable room with the representatives of theorganisation, the team managers, the commissaires and, where appropriate, the persons
responsible for neutral vehicles and the services of public order, to coordinate theirrespective tasks and to take note of the specific characteristics of the event and safetymeasures as concern their own fields.

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For world cup cyclo-cross events, the meeting must take place the day prior to the startof competition.
For mountain bike events at the world championships, World Cups, continental
championships, hors classe stage races and class 1 stage races, the meeting must takeplace the day before the start of competitions.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.01.06; 01.01.08; 01.01.09; 01.10.13; 01.01.15;
01.01.16; 01.01.18)
1.2.088

At the meeting, the commissaires shall reiterate the applicable provisions of theregulations, especially those relating to the specific characteristics of the race. The
organiser shall announce any specific legal provisions that may be applicable, e.g. inconnection with doping.
The meeting shall take the form determined for that purpose by the UCI.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.01.05)§5
1.2.089

Entry check
The organiser shall provide the commissaires' panel in due time with a list of riders who
have entered for the race and who have been confirmed as titular riders or reserve riders(entry list).
(text modified on 01.01.02)

1.2.090

Before the team managers' meeting as per article 1.2.087, the team manager - or his
representative - must confirm the identity of the riders who will be starting to thecommissaires' panel by signing the entry form (art. 1.2.050) and clearly highlighting thenames of starting riders. The commissaires' panel shall check the licences of these riders
and ensure that they are included on the list of entrants.
Riders confirmed as starters can no longer be substituted, without prejudice toprovisions of the UCI Regulations providing otherwise.
The commissaires' panel shall also check authorisations to participate from the national
federation required under article 1.2.052.
The operations above must be organised such that they are completed at the latest by
15 minutes before the team managers' meeting.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.04; 01.01.05, 01.05.16; 01.05.17; 01.01.18)

1.2.091

A rider whose licence has been checked shall receive his identification number(s).
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.01.05)

1.2.092

A rider whose licence could not be verified and whose status as a non-suspended licenceholder cannot be established in any other manner may not start and may not figure in
the classification of the event.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

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1.2.093§6
1.2.094

The licence check shall take place in an area of sufficient size and which is inaccessible
to the public.

Start of the race
For road races, the riders must sign the signature sheet under the supervision of acommissaire prior to the start.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 03.06.16)

1.2.095

The start shall be given by means of a pistol, a whistle, a bell, a flag or by electronicmeans.

1.2.096

The start shall be given by – or under the control of – a commissaire (the starter) and healone shall judge the validity of the start.

1.2.097

A false start shall be indicated by a double pistol shot, a double-whistle or a double bellchime.

1.2.098

The commissaires shall verify that riders present on the start line are equipped according
to the regulations (bicycle, clothing, identification numbers, etc.)(text modified on 01.01.05)§7
1.2.099

FinishFinish line
The finish line shall comprise a line of 4 cm in width, painted in black on a white strip 72
cm wide thus leaving 34 cm of white on each side of the black line. For mountain bikeraces the white strip must be 20 cm, thus leaving 8 cm on each side of the black line.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.01.05)

1.2.100

The finish occurs at the instant that the tyre of the front wheel meets the vertical planerising from the starting edge of the finishing line. To this end, the verdict of the photofinish shall be final.
Unless otherwise specified, the finish may also be observed using any appropriatetechnical means that is accepted by the commissaires' panel.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.04; 01.09.04; 01.01.05)

1.2.101

In road, mountain bike, BMX Racing and cyclo-cross events, a banner labelled "FINISH"
must be fixed above the finishing line and perpendicular to the road or course. Should
the banner have disappeared or been damaged, the finish line shall be indicated by ablack and white chequered flag.
A banner shall also be used for any finish or for the passing of any intermediate point fora classification as well as at the top of mountain passes during road races. Should thebanner have disappeared or been damaged, a black and white chequered flag shall be
used.

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONS
For road races two panels placed on each side of the road can be used instead of abanner to indicate the intermediate and mountain passes. The panels must be of
sufficient height to guarantee their visibility by the riders and follow vehicles.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.07.11; 01.01.15)
1.2.102(N) A photo-finish with electronic timing strip is required for the following events:- road races- track races- Olympic and Paralympic Games, world championships and world cup
mountain bike events- BMX Racing races.
For cyclo-cross world cup events, only a photo-finish is obligatory.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.01.06)

1.2.103

The film, the electronic timing strip and any other medium on which the finish is recorded
shall be deemed to be valid documents. They may be consulted by all parties concerned
if the finishing order should be disputed.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.2.104

Time-keeping
For each race, the national federation of the organiser shall designate a sufficient numberof timekeeper-commissaires duly licensed by it. Timekeeper-commissaires may behelped in matters other than time-keeping operations proper by other persons licensed
by the national federation of the organiser.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.2.105

Timekeeper-commissaires shall record the times on a form that they shall sign and handto the finishing judge.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.2.106

Times shall be taken using an electronic time-keeping machine.
In track races and mountain bike downhill and four cross (4x) races, times shall be taken
to the nearest 1000th of a second.
In other races, the times shall be taken to the nearest second at least. Results shall be
communicated to the second.
Moreover, manual time-keeping will be undertaken whenever deemed necessary or
useful.

1.2.107

When several riders finish in a group, all riders in the same group shall be credited withthe same time.
If there is a difference of one second or more between the back of the back wheel of thelast rider in a group and the front of the front wheel of the first rider of the following group,
the timekeeper-commissaires shall give a new time taken on the first rider of this group.
Any difference of one second or more (back wheel – front wheel) between riders implies
a new time.

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONS(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.01.09)

1.2.108

Classification
Unless otherwise stated, each rider shall, in order to be classified, complete the race
entirely through his own effort, without the assistance of any other person.

1.2.109

The rider may cross the finish line on foot, provided that has his bicycle with him.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.2.110

The finishing order, the number of points won and the number of laps ridden shall berecorded by the finish line-commissaire. If need be, the classification shall be establishedusing the technical resources available.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.2.111

Without prejudice to any changes resulting from the application of the regulations by thecompetent bodies, the classification of the race may be corrected by the organiser's
national federation within 30 days of the end of the race in the event of material errors in
the recording of the riders' finishing order.
The organiser's national federation shall notify the organiser and all riders involved ofany such correction, if necessary through their team. For races on the international
calendar, it shall also notify the UCI. The organiser's national federation shall also ensurethat any issues resulting from the correction of the classification shall be resolved
correctly.
(text modified on 01.01.98; 01.01.05)§8Awards ceremony

1.2.112

All riders concerned shall, in accordance with their placing, classifications andperformances, participate in official ceremonies such as the presentation of jerseys,
bouquets or medals, laps of honour, press conference and the like.

1.2.113

Unless otherwise stated, riders shall appear at official ceremonies wearing competition
clothing.
For road events riders shall appear at official ceremonies no later than 10 minutes after
their arrival, unless under exceptional circumstances.
Whenever two races on the international calendar are organised on the same day andin the same location, the organiser may hold the official ceremony jointly for both races.
The ceremony for the first race shall however be held no more than two hours after thefinish.
(text modified on 15.10.04; 01.01.13; 01.01.15; 01.01.17)

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Section 4: supervision of races(numbering of articles modified on 01.01.05)§1
1.2.114

General provision
The supervision of races on national calendars shall be regulated by the national
federation of the organiser.
The supervision of races on the international calendar shall be regulated by the present
section.
(text modified on 01.01.05)§2
1.2.115

Commissaires' panel
Task and composition
The proceedings at cycling races shall be supervised by a commissaires' panel.
The organiser shall take particular care to ensure that the commissaires may work in
optimum conditions.

1.2.116

The commissaires' panel shall comprise commissaires appointed as per article 1.1.070.
The number and status of the commissaires to be appointed for each race shall be as
indicated in the tables below.
Where applicable, and subject to availability, the panel should represent both genders
and the following order of priority should be respected by the national federation when
appointing commissaires: international commissaire, elite national commissaire (forRoad, Track, MTB and BMX), national commissaire:(text modified on 01.01.05; 26.01.07; 01.02.11; 01.10.11; 01.07.12; 01.02.13; 01.01.17;
01.01.19; 05.02.19; 25.06.19)

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ROAD

Position and status

Appointed by

OG

CM

CC,
RG

CMM
UWCT

UWT

GrandsTours

UCIProSeries

1cl

2cl

WWT

MJ
MU
WJ

UCI

1

-

NF

-

1(3)

President of the panel
UCI

7

6

NF

-

-

UCI

1

1

Members of the panel
Support-Commissaire(Member of the panel)
Timekeeper (for stage
races)
Finish line
Commissaire
Minimum additional
commissaires
officiating in cars or on
motorcycles
depending on thenumber of participants
and the nature of thecourse.

NC

3(1)

3(1)

2

3

-

-

1(4)

1

2(1)

2(2)

2(3)

NF

1(3)
(2 Timekeepers are recommended for time trial stages)

NF

1(3)

NF

6(3)

10

5(3)

9(3)

3(2)

4(2)

3(3)

3(3)

3(3)

2(2)

2(3)

2(3)

3(3)

3(3)

3(3)

(1) UCI international commissaire(2) UCI international commissaire. In absence of UCI international commissaire in the country, one commissaire can be elite national commissaire of the country.
(3) UCI international commissaire, elite national commissaire or national commissaire (following such order)(4) On events determined by the UCI

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSCYCLO-CROSS

Position and status

Appointed
by

CM

CMM

CDM

CC

CL1

CL2

NC

UCI

1

-

NF

-

1**

President

UCI

1

NF

-

UCI

2

NF

-

NF

4**

-

Finish Judge
1**

1*

1**

1**

-

MemberAdditional
commissaires

1*

2*
3**

1*

1*

1**

1**

4**

3**

2**

3**

*UCI international commissaire**UCI international commissaire or national commissaire

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSTRACK EVENTS

Position

Appointed by

Olympic
Games, Junior and Elite
World
Championships

UCI Track Champions
LeagueNations Cup

UCI

1

NF

-

Masters WorldChampionships

Continental
Championships
and Regional
games

C1

National
Championships

C2-

President

UCI

1

NF

-

1**

1***

-

Secretary
1**

UCI

1

NF

-

UCI

1

NF

-

1*

1*

1**

1***

-

Starter
1*

1*

1**

1***

-

Judge Referee

UCI

3

1*

1*

1**

1***

-

1

MemberNF
Additional commissaires

NF

13***

15***

4**

10***

1**

-

10***

5***

*UCI international commissaire**UCI international commissaire. In absence of UCI international commissaires in the country, elite national commissaire should be appointed***UCI international commissaire, elite national commissaire or national commissaire (following such order)

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSMOUNTAIN BIKE

Position

Appointed
by

OG

CM

CM
(Marathon)

CMM(Maste
rs)

CDM

SHC
HC

S1
S2
C1
C2

Marathon
Series,Enduro, E-

C3

CC

RG

NC

MTB
(INC CDM)

UCI

1

-

NF

-

1***

President
UCI

1

-

1****

NF

-

1**

1*

UCI

1

-

1

NF

-

1*

-

Assistant president
1**

1*

1**

1***

-

Secretary
Start line commissaire- 1 for XC events- 1 for DHI events- 2 for XC and DHI
eventsFinish line
commissaire

UCI

1

2

NF

-

UCI

1

NF

-

1***

1

1*

1***

2*

2***

1*

1***

2***

2*

2***
-

1***

1*

1***

Additional
commissaires.
Depending on theNF
2**
4-6***
2-4***
2***1***
4-6***
number of participants
and the nature of thecourse*UCI international commissaire**UCI international commissaire. In absence of UCI international commissaires in the country, elite national commissaire should be appointed***UCI international commissaire, elite national commissaire or national commissaire (following such order)****UCI international commissaire appointed only if it is a double event: XCO and DHI

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSTRIALS

Position and status
President of the commissaires'
panel, UCI international
commissaire

Secretary of the commissaires'
panel
Minimum section commissaire,depending on the number ofparticipants and the nature of thecourseAppointed by

CM

CDM

HC

C1

CC

JMJ

CN

UCI

1

-

NF

-

1**

UCI

1

-

NF

-

1*

UCI

4

NF

1

-

5**

* UCI international commissaire** In absence of UCI international commissaire in the country, national commissaire must be appointed

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BMX
Position and status

Appointed by

OG

CM

CDM

RG; CC

HC; C1

CN

UCI

1

-

NF

-

1***

President

UCI

1

NF

-

-

Assistant

UCI

1

1*
1

1

1**

1***

-

Secretary
NF

-

UCI

2

NF

-

NF

4***

1*
4

1**

1

-

1**

1**

1***

MemberAdditional commissaires

9 ***

4 ***

1***
-

* UCI international commissaire** UCI international commissaire. In absence of UCI international commissaires in the country, national elite commissaire should be appointed*** UCI international commissaire, national elite commissaire or national commissaire (following such order)

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSINDOOR

Position and status

Appointed
byPresident of thecommissaires' panel
Members of thecommissaires' panel

CycleballArtistic
Cycling
CM

CDM

UCI

1

NF

-

UCI

Cycle-ball5

6

Cycle-ball
CL B events

Artistic
Cycling
CL B events

1*

1**

3
(4 at final)

2*(Comingfrom twodifferent
nations)

Members of thecommissaires panel

Artistic
Cycling
CL A events

Cycle-ball
CL A events

NF
-

2*
(Coming fromtwo different
nations,announcing
commissaires)

2 licensed
writingcommissaires

2**
2**

(announcing
commissaires)

2 licensed
writingcommissaires*International commissaire**International or national commissaire

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Position and status

Appointed by

PG

CM

CDM

C1

C2

UCI

1

-

NF

-

1*

President

UCI

1

-

Secretary
NF-

MemberUCI

Minimum additional
commissaires, depending on
the number of participants andthe nature of the course

NF

4-6

10

1

7

-

3

* UCI international commissaire(text modified on 15.07.08; 01.02.10; 01.07.12; 15.03.16; 01.03.18; 05.02.19; 23.10.19; 11.02.20 ; 10.06.21; 01.10.21)

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1.2.117(N) The commissaires' panel shall be assisted by timekeeper-commissaire- and acommissaire secretary, appointed and licensed by the national federation of theorganiser.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.2.118

President of the commissaires' panel
The president of the commissaires' panel shall be appointed by the national federationof the organiser or by the UCI, as appropriate.
The president of the commissaires' panel or a commissaire appointed by him shall act
as competition director.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.2.119

Finish line commissaire
One of the members of the commissaires' panel shall act as finish line-commissaire.
The finish line commissaire may, on his own responsibility, co-opt other persons
appointed and licensed by the national federation of the organiser to assist him.
The finish line commissaire shall be the sole judge of the finish. He shall, on a special
form that he shall sign and hand in to the president of the commissaires' panel, note thefinishing order, the number of points won and the number of laps covered.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.03.18)

1.2.120(N) The finish line commissaire shall be provided with a raised and sheltered podium
level with the finish line.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.05; 01.03.18)

1.2.121

Support-Commissaire
One of the member of the commissaires’ panel shall act as support-commissaire whenrequired as per article 1.2.116.
(text modified on 01.03.18)

1.2.1221.2.123

Meeting
The commissaires' panel shall meet before the start of each race. Its members shall also
attend the meeting with the organiser and team managers.
Report(N) The commissaires' panel shall draw up a detailed report on the event using the form
provided for this purpose by the UCI. This report must be accompanied by the following
documents:
list of entered riders
list of riders taking the start
the classification(s)a copy of the technical guide
The timekeeper-commissaire's sheets and reports by individual commissaires shall beappended thereto. A copy of the report shall be sent to the national federation of theorganiser so that the competition may be approved.

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1.2.124

UCI international commissaires have, furthermore, to provide a detailed report on theform provided for that purpose, giving their evaluation of the race, and to send it to the
UCI in a maximum of 14 days. They must also use e-mail - or any other method specified
by the UCI - to send the complete result of the event to the UCI, at the earliest opportunity
and within 2 hours at the latest.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.01.05)

1.2.125§3

ExpensesCommissaires shall be entitled to reimbursement of their expenses. Except in the caseof international commissaires appointed by the UCI to sit on the commissaires' panel,
the amounts and modes of payment shall be determined by the national federation of
the organiser.

Powers of the commissaires' panel

1.2.126

The commissaires' panel shall verify that the specific race regulations comply with thepresent regulations. It shall rectify or have rectified any provisions that do not comply
and shall mention that fact during the meeting with the organiser and team managers.

1.2.127

The commissaires' panel shall have any irregularity it may observe in the organisation of
the race rectified.

1.2.128

The commissaires shall note infringements and impose penalties in matters within theirauthority.
Each commissaire shall individually observe infringements and note them in a reportbearing his signature. Commissaires' reports shall constitute conclusive evidence of thefacts they observe, in the absence of proof to the contrary.
Penalties shall be imposed by the commissaires' panel by a majority vote.

1.2.129

Moreover each of the commissaires shall be individually entitled to take the following
measures:1. to refuse to allow riders to start who do not comply with the regulations or who
are manifestly not in any condition to participate in the race;
2. to give warnings and to inflict an admonition;
3. to immediately remove from the competition a rider who commits a serious
fault, who is manifestly not in any condition to continue the competition, who
has dropped so far behind as not to be able to catch up again or who
constitutes a danger to other persons.
Such decisions shall be set down in a signed report.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.05)

1.2.130

The commissaires' panel or, if necessary, each individual commissaire, shall take alldecisions that may be required to ensure the proper conduct of the race. Those decisions
shall be taken in keeping with the applicable provisions of the regulations and, to theextent of the possible, after consulting the race administration.
In the event of any non-compliance that cannot be rectified in good time, the start of theevent may be delayed or cancelled or the event may be stopped. The Commissaires'

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Panel may withdraw if necessary, either at its own initiative or upon the instruction of theUCI.
(text modified on 01.02.11)
1.2.131

Licence holders who do not follow the instructions of commissaires shall be penalised
by a suspension of between one day and six months and/or by a fine of CHF 100 to
10,000.

1.2.132

Without prejudice to article 12.4.001 on disciplinary matters, no appeal shall be admitted
against observations of fact, assessments of the situation in races and application of thecompetition regulations by the commissaires' panel or, where appropriate, an individualcommissaire, or against any other decision taken by them.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.05)

Section 5: UCI cups, series and classification
1.2.133[article abrogated on 01.01.21]

1.2.134[article abrogated on 01.01.21]

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Chapter III EQUIPMENT(sections 1 and 2 introduced on 01.01.00)

Section 1: general provisions§1

Principles

1.3.001

Each licence holder shall ensure that his equipment (bicycle with accessories and otherdevices fitted, headgear, clothing, etc.) does not, by virtue of its quality, materials ordesign, constitute any danger to himself or to others.

1.3.001bis

Each licence holder shall ensure that the equipment he uses on the occasion of road,track or cyclo-cross events shall be approved by the UCI according to the specificationsof the Approval Protocols in force and available on the UCI Website.
(article introduced on 01.01.11)

1.3.002

The UCI shall not be liable for any consequences deriving from the choice of theequipment used by licence holders, nor for any defects it may have or its noncompliance. Equipment used must meet all relevant ISO quality and safety requirements
for bicycles (as referenced for illustration purposes in the Clarification Guide publishedon the UCI website) as well as any other standards applicable in the country of the event.
The licence-holder shall use the equipment which is certified and compliant with quality
and safety standards as provided by the manufacturer, without any modification
whatsoever. The licence-holder shall be entirely and exclusively liable for any
modification made to the equipment, in particular in the event of an incident, and may besubject to disciplinary sanctions in accordance with the UCI Regulations.
(text modified on 01.04.07; 01.10.11; 01.01.19)

1.3.003

In no event shall the fact that a rider has been able to take part in the competition giverise to liability on the part of the UCI; checks on equipment that may be carried out by
the commissaires or by an agent or a body of the UCI being limited to compliance withpurely sporting and technical requirements. Where required, checks on equipment andmaterial may be carried out, before, during or after the race, at the request of thepresident of the commissaires’ panel, or that of an agent or body of the UCI.
For that purpose, the commissaire or an agent or body of the UCI can seize equipment
for a subsequent check, if necessary before, during or after the race, irrespective ofwhether the equipment was used during the competition.
If the seized equipment is found not to comply with the requirements of the UCI
Regulations, the UCI may retain such item of equipment until the conclusion of any
related disciplinary proceedings.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.07.10; 01.10.11; 06.02.17)

1.3.003
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Rider or other team member: suspension of between one month and one year and/or afine of between CHF 1’000.- and CHF 100’000.Team: suspension of between one and six months and/or a fine of between CHF 5’000
and CHF 100’000.
(text introduced on 06.02.17)§2
1.3.004

Technical innovations
Except in mountain bike racing, no technical innovation regarding anything used, wornor carried by any rider or license holder during a competition (bicycles, equipment
mounted on them, accessories, helmets, clothing, means of communication, telemetry
device, sensors, etc.) may be used until approved by the UCI. Requests for approvalshall be submitted to the UCI, accompanied by all necessary documentation.
All associated examination costs are to be paid by the applicant and are determined by
the UCI according to the complexity of the submitted technical innovation.
The UCI will study the application of the technical innovation from a sporting andtechnical point of view and respond within 6 months from the date of submission of acomplete file, including the application, all relevant exhibits and any additional
documents requested by the UCI. The innovation comes into force as from theacceptance date.
There is no technical innovation in the sense of the present article if the innovation
entirely falls within the specifications foreseen in the regulations.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.02.11, 10.06.21)

1.3.005

If at the start of a competition or stage the commissaires' panel considers that a rider
arrives with a technical innovation or an equipment not yet accepted by the UCI, it shallrefuse to permit the rider to start with such an innovation.
In the event of use in competition, the rider shall automatically be expelled from thecompetition or disqualified. There shall be no right to appeal against the decision of thecommissaire's panel.
If this technical innovation or the equipment not yet accepted by the UCI are not noticed
or sanctioned by the commissaire's panel, the UCI disciplinary commission shall orderthe disqualification.
The UCI shall refer to the disciplinary commission, either automatically or at the requestof all interested. The disciplinary commission will only apply sanctions after having
received the opinion of the equipment commission.
In out of competition situations, the UCI shall decide whether an item should beconsidered a technical innovation and whether the procedure provided for in article
1.3.004 is to be followed.
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Commercialisation(§ introduced on 15.10.18)

1.3.006

Equipment shall be of a type that is sold for use by anyone practicing cycling as a sport.
Any equipment in development phase and not yet available for sale (prototype) must be
subject of an authorisation request to the UCI Equipment Unit before its use.
Authorisation will be granted only for equipment which is in the final stage of development
and for which commercialisation will take place no later than 12 months after the first use
in competition. The manufacturer may request a single prolongation of the prototype
status if justified by the relevant reasons.
When assessing a request for use of equipment which is not yet available for sale, theUCI Equipment Unit will pay particular attention to the safety of the equipment which will
be submitted to it for authorisation.
The use of equipment designed especially for the attainment of a particular performance(record or other) shall not be authorised.
Upon expiry of the authorised period of use of a prototype (equipment not yet available
for sale), any item of equipment must be commercially available in order to be used incycling events. The requirement of commercial availability shall be understood as
equipment having to be available through a publicly available order system (whether with
manufacturer, distributor or retailer). Upon an order being placed, the order shall be
confirmed within 30 days and the relevant equipment shall be made available for delivery
within a further 90-day deadline. In addition, the retail price of the equipment shall be
publicly advertised, shall not render the equipment de facto unavailable to the generalpublic and shall not unreasonably exceed the market value for equipment of a similar
standard.
Any equipment which is not commercially available and is not authorised (not authorised
by UCI Equipment Unit or authorised period expired), may not be used in cycling events
governed by the UCI Regulations. Any such unauthorised use of equipment may besanctioned by disqualification of results obtained when using the equipment and/or a fineranging from CHF 5’000 to 100’000.
(text modified on 01.11.10; 01.10.11; 01.01.17; 15.10.18)§4
1.3.006bis

Onboard technology
Onboard technology devices, which capture or transmit data, may be fitted on bicycles
or worn by riders subject to being authorised under the present article, without prejudice
to other provisions of the UCI Regulations. The present article concerns any device
which captures or transmits data as described below, including but not limited to sensors(worn or ingested), transponders, rider information systems, telemetry devices.
1. Devices which capture or transmit the following types of data are authorised:- Positioning: information related to the location of the rider or the bicycle;- Image: still or moving images or footage captured from the bicycle (suchdevices may only be fitted on the bicycle unless specific regulations of a given
discipline authorise devices being worn by riders);- Mechanical: information captured from the bicycle or any of its components,
including but not limited to power, speed, cadence, accelerometer, gyroscope,
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2. Devices which capture or transmit the following physiological data are authorised:heartrate, body temperature, sweat rate. The authorisation is, however, limited totransmission protocols which enable only the rider concerned to view the data
during a competition.
3. Devices which capture other physiological data, including any metabolic values
such as but not limited to glucose or lactate are not authorised in competition.
The authorised capturing and transmitting of data as provided under this article shall not
enable a rider to view data of another rider. Likewise, teams shall only access data of
their riders, where such transmission is authorised, unless information pertaining toriders of other teams is publicly available.
Any onboard technology device fitted on a bicycle must:o Be installed on a system designed for bicycles and not affect the certification of any
item of the bicycle;o Not cause a risk for the safety of any rider and, therefore, be affixed in a manner that
ensures it is not susceptible of inadvertently dismounting or is non-removable.
The UCI may grant derogations to any envisaged use of onboard technology which is
not authorised by the present article. Derogation requests shall be assessed, inter alia,
in consideration of criteria of equal access to equipment, sporting fairness and integrity,and shall also comply with articles 1.3.001 to 1.3.006. Derogations may be limited to
specific events and riders or teams.
The UCI shall not be liable for any consequences deriving from the installation and useof onboard technology equipment by licence holders, nor for any defects it may hold or
its non-compliance.
For the sake of clarity, the present article does not govern or affect the ownership of thevarious data, meaning that the capturing, use and/or exploitation of the data remains
subject to consent of the relevant rights’ holder.
(Article introduced on 10.06.21)

Section 2: bicycles
Preamble
Bicycles shall comply with the spirit and principle of cycling as a sport. The spirit
presupposes that cyclists will compete in competitions on an equal footing. The principle
asserts the primacy of man over machine.

§1
1.3.007

Principles
The bicycle is a vehicle with two wheels of equal diameter. The front wheel shall besteerable; the rear wheel shall be driven through a system comprising pedals and achain.
Exceptions to this rule may exist for certain cycling disciplines, in which case specificrules are provided for in the respective discipline.
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1.3.008

Position
The rider shall normally assume a sitting position on the bicycle. This position requiresthat the only points of support are the following: the feet on the pedals, the hands on thehandlebars and the seat on the saddle.
(text modified on 01.01.09)

1.3.009

Steering
The bicycle should have handlebars which allow it to be ridden and manoeuvred in any
circumstances and in complete safety.

1.3.010

Propulsion
The bicycle shall be propelled solely, through a chainset, by the legs (inferior muscular
chain) moving in a circular movement, without electric or other assistance.
Exceptions to this rule may exist for certain cycling disciplines, in which case specificrules are provided for in the respective discipline.
In para-cycling, mechanical prostheses/orthopaedic braces for upper or lower limbs canonly be used by athletes who have been evaluated in accordance with the UCI
classification procedure and who have Review (R) or Confirmed (C) status.
In no case may a mechanical prosthesis/orthopaedic brace for the lower limbs be usedoutside paracycling events.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.10.13; 01.01.19)§2Technical specifications
Except where stated to the contrary, the following technical specifications shall apply tobicycles used in road, track and cyclo-cross racing.
The specific characteristics of bicycles used in mountain bike, BMX Racing, BMX
Freestyle, trials, indoor cycling and paracycling for riders with disabilities are set out inthe part regulating the discipline in question.
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1.3.011a) Measurements(see diagram «Measurements (1)»)

1.3.012

A bicycle shall not measure more than 185 cm in length and 50 cm in width overall.
A tandem shall not measure more than 270 cm in length and 50 cm in width overall.

1.3.013

The peak of the saddle shall be a minimum of 5 cm to the rear of a vertical plane passing
through the bottom bracket spindle.
The peak of the saddle can be move forward until the vertical line passing through thebottom bracket spindle where that is necessary for morphological reasons. By
morphological reasons should be understood everything to do with the size and limb
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Any rider who, for these reasons, considers that he needs to use a bicycle of lesser
dimensions than those given shall inform the commissaires' panel to that effect at thetime of the bike check.
Only one exemption for morphological reasons may be requested; either the peak of thesaddle can be moved forward or the handlebar extensions can be moved forward, in
accordance with Article 1.3.023.

(text modified on 01.10.10; 01.02.12; 01.10.12; 23.10.19)
1.3.014

The plane passing through the highest points at the front and rear of the saddle can havea maximum angle of nine degrees from horizontal.
The length of the saddle shall be 24 cm minimum and 30 cm maximum. A tolerance of
5mm is allowed.
(text modified on 01.01.03; 01.02.12; 01.12.15)

1.3.015The distance between the bottom bracket spindle and the ground shall be between 24
cm minimum and maximum 30 cm.

1.3.016

The distance between the vertical passing through the bottom bracket spindle and thefront wheel spindle shall be between 54 cm minimum and 65 cm maximum (1).
The distance between the vertical passing through the bottom bracket spindle and therear wheel spindle shall be between 35 cm minimum and maximum 50 cm.

1.3.017

The distance between the internal extremities of the front forks shall not exceed 11,5 cm;
the distance between the internal extremities of the rear triangle shall not exceed 14,5cm.
(text modified on 01.01.16)

1.3.018

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Wheels of the bicycle may vary in diameter between 70 cm maximum and 55 cm
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between the widest parts) shall not exceed 33 mm and it may not incorporate any formof spike or stud.
For massed start competitions in the disciplines road and cyclo-cross, only wheel
designs granted prior approval by the UCI may be used. Wheels shall have at least 12
spokes; spokes can be round, flattened or oval, as far as no dimension of their sections
exceeds 10 mm.
In order to be granted approval wheels must have been subjected to the Vertical Drop
Test which consists of:
Test method: Vertical Drop Test
Vertical drop test (neutralization of the rebound of the anvil)
Energy level:
40 Joules
Impact striker geometry:
Flat steel anvil, the impact surface is covered with a silicone rubber pad of 20mm
thickness (Hardness Shore A=50 +/- 5, Compression set of 40% acc. To ASTM D395
Methode B). The rubber pad requires to be undamaged.
Impact mass:
Range of 6 – 10 kg
Energy must always remain at 40 Joules at the hit with a +/- 5% tolerance.
Hitting point:
One hit at 90° from valve hole, adjusted to have the impact point of anvil between
the spokes
In order to be certified as passed, the alloy and/or carbon wheels shall have-No visible cracks or delamination
No change in lateral profile or in lateral run out in excess of 1.0mm
No change in radial profile or in radial run out in excess of 1.0mm

Wheels which meet the definition of traditional wheels do not need to be certified.
Definition of Traditional wheels:
Criteria:
Rim height: Less than 25 mm
Rim material: Alloy
Spokes: Minimum of 20 steel spokes which are detachable
General: All components must be identifiable and commercially available
In track competition, including motor-pacing, the use of a front disc wheel is only
permitted in the specialities against the clock.
Notwithstanding this article, the choice and use of wheels remains subject to articles
1.3.001 to 1.3.003.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03; 01.09.03; 01.01.05; 01.07.10; 01.10.13; 01.01.16,
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1.3.019

1.3.020b) Weight
The weight of the bicycle cannot be less than 6.8 kilograms.
c) Configuration
For road, track and for cyclo-cross competitions, the frame of the bicycle shall be of a
traditional pattern, i.e. built around a main triangle. It shall be constructed of straight or
tapered tubular elements (which may be round, oval, flattened, teardrop shaped orotherwise in cross-section) such that the form of each element except the chain stays
and the seat stays encloses a straight line. The elements of the frame shall be laid out
such that the joining points shall follow the following pattern: the top tube (1) connects
the top of the head tube (2) to the top of the seat tube (4); the seat tube shall connect tothe bottom bracket shell; the down tube (3) shall connect the bottom bracket shell to thebottom of the head tube. The rear triangles shall be formed by the chain stays (6), theseat stays (5) and the seat tube (4) with the seat stays anchored to the seat tube atpoints falling within the limits laid down for the slope of the top tube. (See diagram«Shape (1)»). The seat post shall comply with the dimensional restrictions that apply tothe seat tube and may be attached to the frame anywhere on the seat tube and/or top
tube. (See diagram «Shape (2)»).
The maximum height of the elements shall be 8 cm and the minimum thickness 1 cm.
The minimum thickness of the elements of the front fork shall be 1 cm; these may bestraight or curved (7). (See diagram «Shape (1)»).
The top tube (1) may slope, provided that this element fits within a horizontal template
defined by a maximum height of 16 cm.
The effective width of the head tube zone may not exceed 16 cm at the narrowest point
between the inner join of the top tube and down tube and the front of the box for the headtube.
Additional frame components can be added between the head tube and the handlebar
stem. These must be inside the dimension of the head tube box.
Isosceles compensation triangles with two 8 cm sides are authorized at the joints
between frame elements except at the joints between the chain stays and seat stays
where triangles are not authorised (See diagram «Shape (3)»).
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Position of compensation triangles
Shape (3)1.3.0211.3.022[article abrogated on 01.01.21]d) Structure
In competitions other than those covered by article 1.3.023, only the traditional type ofhandlebars (see diagram «structure 1») may be used. The handlebars must be
positioned in an area defined as follows: above, by the horizontal plane of the point of
support of the saddle (B); below, by the horizontal line passing 10 cm below the highest
point of the two wheels (these being of equal diameter) (C); at the rear by the axis of thesteerer tube (D) and at the front by a vertical line passing through the front wheel spindle
with a 5 cm tolerance (see diagram «Structure (1A)»). The distance referred to in point(A) is not applicable to the bicycle of a rider who takes part in a sprint event on track(flying 200 m, flying lap, sprint, team sprint, keirin, 500 metres and 1 kilometre), but must
not exceed 10 cm in relation to the vertical line passing through the front wheel spindle.
The brake controls attached to the handlebars shall consist of two supports with levers.
It must be possible to operate the brakes by pulling on the levers with the hands on thelever supports. Any extension to or reconfiguration of the supports to enable analternative use is prohibited. A combined system of brake and gear controls is
authorised.

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1.3.023

For road time trials and for individual pursuit, team pursuit and Kilometre/500m timetrial on the track, a fixed additional handlebar (consisting of 2 extensions with sections
for each hand to hold and two elbowrests) may be added to the steering system (seediagram «Structure (1B)»). If both sections are joined by part, the dimensional limit ofthis part is increased to 1.5 times the value on the horizontal axis, for a maximum of
6cm.
The distance between the vertical line passing through the bottom bracket axle and theextremity of the handlebar may not exceed 75 cm, with the other limits set in article
1.3.022 (B, C, D) remaining unchanged.
For road time trial competitions, controls or levers fixed to the handlebar extensions may
not extend beyond the 75 cm limit.
For the track and road competitions covered by the first paragraph, the distance of 75
cm may be increased to 80 cm to the extent that this is required for morphologicalreasons; «morphological reasons» should be taken as meaning anything regarding thesize or length of the rider's body parts. A rider who, for this reason, considers that heneeds to make use of a distance between 75 and 80 cm must inform the commissaires'
panel at the time of the bike check.
For riders that are 190 cm tall or taller, the horizontal distance between the vertical lines
passing through the bottom bracket axle and the extremity of the handlebar extensions
including all accessories may be extended to 85 cm.
Only one exemption for morphological reasons may be requested; either the handlebar
extension can be moved forward or the peak of the saddle can be moved forward, in
accordance with Article 1.3.013.
In addition, all extension and elbow rest assemblies must conform to the following :Elbow rests must be made up of two parts (one part for each arm) and are only
allowed if extensions are added ;The maximum width of each elbow rest is 12.5cm ;The maximum length of each elbow rest is 12.5cm ;The maximum inclination of each elbow rest (measured on the support surfaceof the arm) is 15 degrees ;The maximum dimension of the cross section of each extension is 4cm ;The height difference between the elbow support point (midpoint of the elbowrest) and the highest or lowest point of the extension (including accessory) mustbe less than 10cm.

(text modified on 07.06.00; 01.01.05; 01.04.07; 01.01.09; 01.02.12; 01.10.12; 29.04.14;
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1.3.024

Any device, added or blended into the structure, that is destined to decrease, or which
has the effect of decreasing, resistance to air penetration or artificially to accelerate
propulsion, such as a protective screen, fuselage form fairing or the like, shall be
prohibited.

A protective screen shall be defined as a fixed component that serves as a windscreen
or windbreak designed to protect another fixed element of the bicycle in order to reduce
its wind resistance.

A fuselage form shall be defined as an extension or streamlining of a section. This shallbe tolerated as long as the ratio between the length L and the diameter D does notexceed 3. This rule does not apply to frame and fork of the bicycle.

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A fairing shall be defined as the use or adaptation of a component of the bicycle in sucha fashion that it encloses a moving part of the bicycle such as the wheels or the chainset.
Therefore, it should be possible to pass a rigid card (like a credit card) between the fixed
structure and the moving part.
(text modified on 01.01.17)
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Bottles shall not be integrated in the frame and may only be located on the down andseat tubes on the inside of the frame and cannot be integrated to the frame. The
dimensions of the cross sections of a bottle used in competition must not exceed 10 cm
or be less than 4 cm and their capacity must be a minimum of 400 ml and a maximum of
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1.3.024
ter[article abrogated on 10.06.21]

1.3.024
quarter

The UCI may fit, or appoint its agents or commissaires to fit, onboard technology
devices for the purpose of detecting technological fraud during competition. Refusal bya team or rider to comply with instructions to carry such onboard technology devices maylead to the imposition of disciplinary measures in accordance with article 1.3.003bis.
(article introduced on 15.02.19)

1.3.025

Freewheels, multiple gears and brakes are not permitted for use on the track during
competition or training.
Disc brakes are allowed in cyclo-cross training and competition.
Disc brakes are allowed in mountain bike training and competition.
Disc brakes are allowed in road race and time trial training and competition.
Disc brakes are allowed in BMX training and competition.
Disc brakes are allowed in Trials training and competition.
For races on the road and cyclo-cross, the use of fixed sprocket is forbidden: a braking
system that acts on both wheels is required.
(text modified on 01.09.04; 01.01.05; 01.01.09, 01.07.09; 01.07.10; 27.03.17; 01.07.18)

Section 3: riders' clothing§1
1.3.026

General provisions
When competing, all riders shall wear a jersey with sleeves and a pair of shorts, possiblyin the form of a one-piece skinsuit. By shorts it is understood that these are shorts thatcome above the knee.
Sleeveless jerseys shall be forbidden.
However, for downhill, four-cross and Enduro mountain bike events, BMX, trials andindoor cycling, specific provisions are laid down in the part of the regulations concerning
the discipline in question.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.01.20)

1.3.027

Jerseys shall be sufficiently distinct from world champions', UCI cup and classification
leaders' and national jerseys to avoid confusion.

1.3.028

Save in cases expressly provided for in the regulations, no distinctive jersey may beawarded or worn.

1.3.029

No item of clothing may hide the lettering on the jersey or the rider's identification
number, particularly in competition and at official ceremonies.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

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Rain jackets must be either transparent, the same colour as the team jersey or display
the team’s name or logo on their front and back. The minimum size of the inscription
shall be at least 20cm in height or width.

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1.3.031

1. Wearing a rigid safety helmet shall be mandatory during competitions and training
sessions in the following disciplines: track, mountain bike, cyclo-cross, trials and BMX
Racing, BMX Freestyle, para-cycling, as well as during cycling for all events.
2. During competitions on the road, a rigid safety helmet shall be worn.
During training on the road, the wearing of a rigid safety helmet is recommended.
However, riders must always comply with the legal provisions in this regard.
3. Each rider shall be responsible for:ensuring that the helmet is approved in compliance with an official security
standard and that the helmet can be identified as approved;
wearing the helmet in accordance with the security regulations in order toensure full protection, including but not limited to a correct adjustment on thehead as well as a correct adjustment of the chin strap;
avoiding any manipulation which could compromise the protective
characteristics of the helmet and not wearing a helmet which has been
undergone manipulation or an incident which might have compromised its
protective characteristics;
using only an approved helmet that has not suffered any accident or shock;using only a helmet that has not been altered or had any element added or
removed in terms of design or form;
using only accessories approved by the helmet manufacturer.
(text modified on 05.05.03; 01.01.04; 01.08.04; 01.01.05; 01.02.07; 01.07.11; 01.01.15;
01.01.17; 27.03.17)

1.3.032[article abrogated].

1.3.033

Items of clothing may not modify the morphology of the rider and any non-essential
element or device, of which the purpose is not exclusively that of clothing or protection,is forbidden. This shall also apply regarding any material or substance applied onto theskin or clothing and which is not itself an item of clothing.
Modifications to the surface roughness of clothing are authorised but may only be theresult of threading, weaving or assembling of the fabric. Surface roughness modifications
shall be limited to a profile difference of 1mm at most.

The measure of surface roughness modification shall be made without pressure ortraction on the clothing.
All clothing must maintain the original texture of the textile and may not be adapted in amanner to integrate form constraints. Therefore, when not worn, clothing may in no casecontain any self-supporting element or rigid parts.
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1.3.033
bis

Socks and overshoes used in competition may not rise above the height definedby half the distance between the middle of the lateral malleolus and the middle of thefibula head.

(article introduced on 15.10.18)
1.3.034§2
1.3.035

During competitions, riders' attendants may not bear any advertising matter on theirclothing other than that authorised for their team's riders for the race in question.

Teams registered with the UCI
General observations
Each team may have only a single design for clothing - colours and layout - which may
not be altered for the duration of the calendar year.
UCI WorldTeams and UCI professional continental teams must submit for approval,
before production, their clothing to UCI no later than December 1st before the year inquestion. Other teams shall submit for approval their clothing to the national federationof the team at the moment of the team registration no later than December 10th before
the year in question.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.05; 01.10.09; 01.01.15; 03.06.16; 25.10.17)

1.3.036

Provisions for permanent change during the season
Any permanent change to clothing must be duly justified and submitted for approval to
the UCI at least 30 days before the expected date of coming into effect. The UCI will
provide the team with an answer no later than 15 days prior to the expected date ofcoming into effect.
Provisions for a temporary change during the season
Each Road team may use different clothing for one full event each year. The clothing
must be submitted for approval to the UCI, at least 60 days before the start date of theevent in question. The application may be rejected for reasons considered valid. The UCI
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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSApplications either for a permanent or temporary change will be considered in the orderin which they are received by the UCI.
However, these provisions do not apply to the clothing of National Champions andContinental Champions; the modifications of which are subject to approval fromrespectively, national federations and continental confederation.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.10.11; 01.01.15; 25.10.17)
1.3.037

Riders' clothing shall always be identical to the specimen lodged.
(text modified on 01.01.99)

1.3.038

Advertising matter
The name, company logo or trade mark of the principal partner shall be preponderant(thicker characters) and placed in the upper part of the jersey, both on the front and theback.
If there are two principal partners registered with the UCI, at least one of them shallappear as mentioned above.

1.3.039

The order in which the two principal partners appear on the jersey may be inverted fromone race to another during the calendar year.

1.3.040[article abrogated on 01.01.98]

1.3.041[article abrogated]

1.3.042

Other advertising inscriptions may be freely used and can vary from one race or country
to another.

1.3.043

In all cases, the advertising matter and its layout shall be the same for all riders of a given
team in the same competition.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.05)

1.3.044

In track events, by mutual agreement between the race organiser and the team, the teamjersey may be replaced by a jersey devoid of advertising matter, not even bearing thename of the team itself.
In six-day races, the organiser may impose jerseys with the advertisement of his choice,while allowing the rider's sponsor to place its name in a rectangle of maximum 6 cm inheight.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.05)§3
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Regional and club teams
General observations
For the events on the national calendar, the team may only use a single design of clothing(colours and arrangement) which must remain unaltered throughout the calendar year.
In other respects, the matter shall be decided by the national federation of the country
where the race is run.

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For events on the international calendar, the rules below shall apply to riders belonging
to a regional or club team, with the exception of riders who are also members of a teamregistered with the UCI.
(text modified on 01.01.05)
1.3.046

Each regional or club team for whom one or more riders take part in an event on theinternational calendar must, at the start of the year, notify the details of their clothing totheir national federation specifying in detail the colours and their arrangement and themain sponsors.
The name of the region and/or club may appear, in full or in abbreviated form, on thejersey.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.3.047

1.3.048

Riders for the club shall wear uniform clothing complying exactly with that described in
the notification referred to in article 1.3.046. Unless specifically provided for, no rider
shall be permitted to ride in the colours of any association or company other than thoseof the club given on his licence.
Advertising matter
Clubs may display the names (logo or trade mark) of their commercial sponsors on theirclothing by way of advertising.
A prior written agreement has to be concluded between the club and the sponsor.

1.3.049

The name, logo or trade mark of the sponsor(s) may be used freely on the jersey. In
addition the jersey may bear other lettering which may even differ from one race or
country to another, without any limitation on the number.
(text modified on 01.01.00)

1.3.050§4
1.3.051[article abrogated on 01.01.05]

Leaders' clothing
Stage races
A classification leader's jersey in stage races must be sufficiently distinct from those of
the teams and clubs, as well as from national jerseys, world champions' jerseys andthose of UCI cups, series and classification leaders.
Conversely, concerning road cycling and more specifically for “grands tours” only, it shallbe the teams that are required to differentiate their jersey from that of the individual
general classification leader’s jersey.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.01.16)

1.3.052(N) An individual general classification leader's jersey shall be mandatory.

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However, spaces are reserved for use by the riders/teams, as described in the “UCIjerseys visual guidelines” brochure published on the UCI Website. The principal
partner(s) of a team shall stand out there from all other advertisements.
This provision shall also apply to the skinsuit worn by the leader on which spaces arealso reserved for use by riders/teams on the lower part (shorts), as described in the “UCIjerseys visual guidelines” brochure published on the UCI Website.
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.05; 01.01.16; 08.02.21)
1.3.054

The wearer of the leader's jersey shall be entitled to match the colour of his shorts to thatof the jersey.
(text modified on 01.01.99)

1.3.055

In time trial stages, leaders may wear the aerodynamic jersey or skinsuit of their teams
if the organiser does not provide an aerodynamic leader's jersey or skinsuit.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.3.055bis

UCI cups, series and classifications
1. The designs of the leader's jerseys for UCI cups, series and classifications are
determined by the UCI and are their exclusive property. They may not be reproduced
without UCI authorisation.
They may not be altered, except as regards the advertising space reserved for thewearer's team.
2. Advertising on the leader’s jerseys of UCI cups, series and classifications is reserved
for the UCI.
However, spaces are reserved for use by the riders/teams, as described in the “UCIjerseys visual guidelines” brochure published on the UCI Website. The principal
partner(s) of a team shall stand out there from all other advertisements.
This provision shall also apply to the skinsuit worn by the leader on which spaces arealso reserved for use by riders/teams on the lower part (shorts) as described in the“UCI jerseys visual guidelines” brochure published on the UCI Website.
3. The wearer of the leader's jersey shall be entitled to match the colour of his shorts tothat of the jersey.
4. In time trial stages, leaders may wear the aerodynamic jersey or skinsuit of their teams
if the UCI does not provide an aerodynamic leader's jersey or skinsuit.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.09.05; 01.01.06; 01.01.09; 01.07.17; 08.02.21)§5
1.3.056

National team clothing
National federations shall submit to the commissaires’ panel of events as specified in art.
1.3.059, a sample of their national team clothing for validation. The design, color, placeand size of the advertising spaces of the validated equipment must be identical for all
athletes participating to the applicable events.
We encourage you to present to the UCI your national apparels before sending them forfinal production.

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The apparel of the riders of a national team must always be identical to the last sample
submitted.
(text modified on 17.07.98; 01.01.04; 25.06.07)
1.3.057

Advertising matter, as detailed in the “UCI jerseys visual guidelines” brochurepublished on the UCI Website, shall be used at the national federation’s discretion.
Advertising matter on jersey and shorts may vary from one rider to another.
The design of the jersey and shorts may vary from one category of rider to another.
Advertising on protective leggings worn for downhill mountain bike, trials and BMX
events is not subject to the advertising restrictions on shorts.
Additionally, the rider's name may appear on the back of the jersey.
The above measures also apply to other items of clothing worn during competition (rainjackets, etc.).
(text modified on 01.01.00; 01.01.03; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 08.02.18; 08.02.21)

1.3.058

The advertising spaces shall be reserved for the use of the national federation except
in the following cases:
A. track world cup[abrogated on 04.03.19]
A. cyclo-cross world cup[text transferred to the article 5.3.010]
B. BMX world and continental championships and challenges
All details regarding the advertising, logos and UCI permanent number are described in
the “UCI jerseys visual guidelines” brochure published on the UCI Website(text modified on 17.07.98; 01.01.05; 14.10.08; 19.06.09; 01.07.18; 04.03.19; 08.02.21)

1.3.059

The wearing of national team clothing shall be mandatory:
at world championships
at continental championships
for the riders of a national teamduring Olympic and Paralympic Games, in accordance with the IOC andNOC Regulations.
The continental and national champions must comply with this rule and wear theirnational team clothing while participating in the events cited here before.
(text modified on 01.01.98; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.01.06; 01.10.10; 26.07.17)§6
1.3.060

World champion's jersey
The right to the «rainbow colours» is the exclusive property of the UCI.
Any commercial use of the rainbow colours is strictly prohibited.
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1.3.061

The design, including colours and layout, of each world champion's jersey according tocategory and/or discipline, as well as the distinctive logo of the UCI Team Time Trial
World Champions, are the exclusive property of the UCI. The jersey, and the distinctive
logo for the UCI Team Time Trial World Champions, may not be reproduced without UCI
authorisation. The design may in no way be modified.
(text modified on 01.10.10; 01.07.12)

1.3.062[article abrogated on 01.01.05]

1.3.063World champions must wear their jersey in all events in the discipline, speciality andcategory in which they won their title, and no other event, until the evening of the day
before the commencement of the next edition of the world championships of said
discipline, speciality and category.
The world champion in the individual time trial is not authorised to wear the world
champion’s jersey during team time trial events.
In track races, in Madison, if one of the teammates is not World Champion, then bothriders shall wear the same team jersey or one World Champion jersey with one plain
white jersey.
In six-day races, only madison world champions may wear the jersey, even if they are
not paired together.
In para-cycling, for Tandem (B), Team Relay (TR) and Team Sprint (TS), only world
champion athletes must wear the rainbow jerseys even if the pair or the teamsubsequently dissolve.
In non-individual events in Indoor Cycling, if one of the teammates is not WorldChampion, then no rider shall wear the World Champion jersey.
In Cycling Esports the UCI defines the World Champion jersey as having two states; 1)
physical and 2) virtual. As such, the rainbow jersey must be worn in Cycling Esports
events (physical state), both In-real life and remote races, and In-game by means of adigital avatar (virtual state). The obligation to wear the World Champion jersey in virtualstate remains subject to the creation of such a digital avatar by the respective Cycling
Esports platforms
The world champion jersey must be worn at every opportunity with public exposure, inparticular during competitions, awards ceremonies, press conferences, televisioninterviews, autograph sessions, photo sessions and other occasions.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.01.06; 01.10.10; 01.07.12; 01.10.13; 04.03.19; 11.02.20;
08.02.21)

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Without prejudice to paragraph 2 below, only the current world champion rider may
wear rainbow piping on his equipment (such as bike, helmet, shoes) as per thetechnical specifications in the “UCI jerseys visual guidelines” brochure published on the
UCI Website. However, he may use the equipment bearing the rainbow piping only inevents of the discipline, specialty and category in which he won the title and in no otherevent.
The current individual time trial world champion is authorised to use rainbow stripes on
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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSWhen he no longer holds the title of world champion, a rider may wear rainbow piping
on the collar and cuffs of his jersey, to the exclusion of any other equipment, as per thetechnical specifications in the “UCI jerseys visual guidelines” brochure published on the
UCI Website. However, he may wear such a jersey only in events of the discipline,
speciality and category in which he won the title and in no other event. In compliancewith the provisions 1.3.056 and 1.3.059, he is not authorized to add the rainbow piping
on his national team clothing.
Any equipment bearing the rainbow piping shall be submitted to UCI for approval before
production.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.09.05; 24.09.07; 01.10.10; 01.01.15; 08.02.21)
1.3.065[article abrogated on 01.07.17]

1.3.066

The world champion's jersey awarded at the official ceremony may carry no advertising
matter other than that determined by the UCI.

1.3.067

The world champion shall be entitled to have advertising matter placed on his jersey fromthe day following the official ceremony.
The exact location of advertising space is defined in the “UCI jerseys visual guidelines”
brochure provided by the UCI to each national federation of which a rider becomes world
champion, respectively published on the UCI website.
The wearer of the world champion's jersey shall be entitled to match the colour of his
shorts to that of the jersey.
(text modified on 01.01.01; 01.10.10; 12.06.20; 08.02.21)§7
1.3.068

National champion's jersey
National champions must wear their jersey in all events in the discipline, speciality andcategory in which they won their title and no other event until the evening of the day
before the commencement of the next edition of the national championships of said
discipline, speciality and category.
The national champion in the individual time trial is not authorised to wear the distinctive
national champion’s jersey during team time trial events.
In Madison track races if one of the teammates is not national champion, then both riders
shall wear the same team jersey. In a six-day event, only madison national champions
must wear the jersey even if they are not paired together.
(N) When he no longer holds the title of national champion, a rider can wear piping in
national colours on the collar and cuffs of his jersey and shorts as per the technicalspecifications determined by the national federation. However, he can wear such a jersey
only in events of the discipline, speciality and category in which he won the title and in
no other event; nevertheless, former individual time trial national champion is authorised
to use piping in national colour on his time trial skinsuit for individual time trial and teamtime trial events.
The national champion jersey must be worn whenever a rider is engaged in activities on
the track, awards ceremonies, press conferences, television interviews, autographsessions and other occasions which require a good presentation.

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01.07.17; 22.10.18; 01.01.19; 23.10.19; 12.06.20)
1.3.069

The specificities concerning the design of the national champion jersey are described in
the “UCI jerseys visual guidelines” brochure available on the UCI website.
Before production, the national champion jersey design (colours, flag, drawing)
reproduced by the titled rider must be approved by the concerned national federationand must respect the latter’s dispositions.
Each national federation must have its national champion jersey design registered by theUCI, for each discipline, at least 21 days before the national championships of thediscipline in question.
The wearer of a national champion's jersey shall be entitled to match the colour of his
shorts to that of the jersey.
However, under the prior approval of the concerned National Federation and instead ofwearing a traditional national champions jersey in the sense of the provision 1.3.068, thenational champions in MTB DHI, MTB 4X, MTB Enduro and BMX have the possibility towear a distinct national champion jersey with the left arm sleeve representing the flag of
the rider’s country. No advertising is authorized on that left arm sleeve of the national
champion jersey. Apart from the left arm sleeve and without prejudice to the provisions
1.3.026 to 1.3.044, the remaining spaces (e.g. front, back and right arm sleeve) are let
at the disposal of the riders for their usual sponsors. The specificities are described in
the “UCI jerseys visual guidelines” brochure available on the UCI website.
(text modified on 01.01.01; 01.01.04; 01.10.10; 01.07.11; 01.01.20; 08.02.21)§8
1.3.070

Continental champion's jersey
If a jersey is awarded at a continental championship, riders may wear it in all races in thediscipline, speciality and category in which they won the title and no other event, until theevening of the day before the commencement of the next edition of the continental
championships of said discipline, speciality and category.
Continental confederations may impose the mandatory wearing of their continental
champion’s jersey in the discipline, specialty and category of their choosing. In Madison
track races, if one of the teammates is not Continental Champion, then both riders shallwear the same team jersey.
The authorised advertising spaces are described in the “UCI jerseys visual guidelines”
brochure published on the UCI Website.
Before production, the continental champion jersey design (colours, flag, drawing)
reproduced by the titled rider must be approved by the concerned continental
confederation and must respect the latter’s dispositions.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.09.05; 01.01.16; 01.07.17; 23.10.19; 12.06.20;
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1.3.071

Order of priority
Without prejudice to relevant provisions but applicable for all the disciplines, should
various provisions requiring the wearing of different jerseys apply to the same rider, theorder of priority shall be as follows:
1. the leader's jerseys of the stage race
2. the world champion's jersey
3. the leader's jersey of the cup, series or UCI classification
4. the continental champion's jersey
5. the national champion's jersey
6. the national jersey(text modified on 26.08.04; 01.01.05; 01.01.06; 01.02.07; 01.09.08; 01.01.09; 01.10.09;
01.10.10; 01.10.13; 01.01.15; 01.01.17; 26.07.17)§ 10
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Sanctions
The following infringements shall be penalised as indicated below:(the sums are the fine in CHF)
1.

Non-regulation clothing (colour and layout)• rider: 50 to 200 and start not permitted• team: 250 to 500 per rider

2.

Non-regulation advertising
2.1 Team, per rider bearing non-regulation advertising• jersey: 500 to 2,100 and start of the rider concerned not permitted• shorts: 300 to 1,050 and start of the rider concerned not permitted• skinsuit: 700 to 3,000 and start of the rider concerned not permitted
2.2 Leader’s jersey• organiser: 1,000 to 2,100 per rider concerned and rider not obliged towear the jersey• team: 1,000 to 2,100 per rider concerned and start of the riders
concerned not permitted

3.

Leader's jersey
3.1 Unavailability of jerseys or skinsuits as required by the race regulations• organiser: 1,000 to 2,100 per rider concerned
3.2 Leader's jersey or skinsuit not fit to wear
• organiser: 1,000 to 2,100 per rider concerned
3.3 Allocation of unauthorised jerseys• organiser: 1,000 to 2,100 per jersey concerned

4.

Rider not wearing- world champion's jersey• team: 2,500 to 5,000 and start of the rider concerned not permitted- leader's jersey of a UCI cup, circuit, series or classification• team: 2,500 to 5,000 and start of the rider concerned not permitted• rider: start not permitted and loss of 50 points in the UCI classification
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permitted
5.

National team clothing- failure to submit to the UCI (article 1.3.056)• national federation: 500 to 10,000

6.

World champion's equipment- in breach of article 1.3.066 or 1.3.067• rider: 2,000 to 100,000- wearing of the jersey in a discipline, speciality or category other than that inwhich it was won• rider: 2,000 to 10,000- in breach of article 1.3.064• rider 2,000 to 10,000- logo of UCI Team Time Trial World Champions not worn
• team: 10,000

7.

National champion’s jersey- in breach of article 1.3.068, second paragraph:• rider: 200 to 10,000

The amounts of the fines set above are doubled in the event of an offence during a world
championship.
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Section 4: identification of riders

1.3.073

Identification number
During competitions, the following provisions shall be made for the identification of riders.
Discipline/speciality
Road
One-day races
Stage races
Time trials
Cyclo-crossTrack
SprintIndividual pursuit
Team pursuit
1 km TT
500 m TT
Points race
KeirinTeam sprint
MadisonOmnium (all events)
BMX
Mountain bike (all events)
TrialsBody
numberFramenumber

2
2
1
1

1
1

Shouldernumber*Handlebar
number

2

2
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
2
2
2 (lateral)**
1

1
1

1

1

* The shoulder numbers shall be worn on the upper forearm so it’s visible frontally.
** Frame numbers shall be used in BMX only if required as stated in the event technical guide .

A bicycle, or rider, may be fitted with an electronic device for the purposes of tracking
the position of the rider within a race. Riders and teams shall comply with any such
request from organisers and/or the UCI, its agents and commissaires.
(text modified on 01.01.01; 01.01.04; 01.01.05; 01.09.05; 01.01.06; 01.02.11; 01.02.12;
05.02.15; 15.02.19)
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1.3.075

The characters, panels and plates shall be of the following dimensions:
Body number

Frame number& Helmet
stickers forhandcycle
9 cm

ShouldernumberHandlebar
number9 cm

15 cm MTB
20 cm BMX
11 cm Trials
14 cm MTB
25 cm BMX
16 cm Trials
8 cm MTB
10 cm BMX
10 cm Trials
1.5 cm MTB
1.5 cm BMX
1.5 cm Trials- MTB height 2.5
cm on the upperand lower part

Height

18 cm
15 cm MTB

Width

16 cm
14 cm MTB

13 cm

7 cm

Digits

10 cm

6 cm

5 cm

Line width

1,5 cm0,8 cm0,8 cmAdvertisingheight 6 cm on
the lower part

rectangle of
11x2 cm on thelower or upperpartheight 1.5 cm
on the lower
and upper part

MTB height 2.5
cm on the upperand lower part

- BMX 6 cm on
the upper part
- Trials 2.5 cm on
the lower part(text modified on 01.01.01; 01.01.04; 01.10.09; 01.01.11; 13.03.15; 01.07.17; 01.01.19)
1.3.076

Riders shall ensure that their identification number is visible and legible at all times. The
identification number shall be well fixed and may not be folded or altered.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.3.077

The identification numbers provided by the organiser shall be used by riders without any
kind of alteration. They shall be issued free of charge by the organiser, after the rider'slicence has been checked by the commissaires' panel.
(text modified on 01.01.05; 01.01.17)

1.3.078

At World Championships, the identification numbers shall be provided by the UCI. The
advertising space shall be reserved for the UCI.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

1.3.079[article abrogated on 01.01.05]

1.3.080

Any rider dropping out of the race shall immediately remove his identification number.
(text modified on 01.01.05)

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Annexe A UCI LIST OF AUTHORISED BETS - Annexe to Article 1.1.090 of the UCI Regulations - Last update: 28 January 2022
After carrying out an assessment of the risks associated with sports betting in cycling, the UCI Management Committee has defined a list of authorised bets (events and types of bets) for any betting company wishing to act as asponsor of an organiser, team or licence-holder.
Sponsorship is authorised subject to bets being organised exclusively on the events listed in the first table and the types of bets being in compliance with those listed in the second table below.

Discipline

Men Elite Events

Women Elite Events

UCI Road World Championships - Road Race
UCI Road World Championships - Individual Time Trial
UCI Road World Championships - Team Time Trial Mixed Relay
UCI WorldTour Events
UCI ProSeries EventsClass 1 Events (C1) approved prior to each season1
Olympic GamesUEC Road European Championships - Road Race
UEC Road European Championships - Individual Time Trial
UEC Road European Championships - Team Time Trial Mixed Relay
National Championships of the top 15 nations of the UCI Road World Ranking by Nations

UCI Road World Championships - Road Race
UCI Road World Championships - Individual Time Trial
UCI Road World Championships - Team Time Trial Mixed Relay
UCI Women’s WorldTour Events
UCI ProSeries Events approved prior to each season1
Olympic GamesUEC Road European Championships - Road Race
UEC Road European Championships - Individual Time Trial
UEC Road European Championships - Team Time Trial Mixed Relay
National Championships of the top 15 nations of the UCI Road World Ranking by Nations

TRACK CYCLING2UCI Track Cycling World Championships
UCI Track Cycling Nations Cup
UCI Track Champions League
Olympic GamesUCI Track Cycling World Championships
UCI Track Cycling Nations Cup
UCI Track Champions League
Olympic GamesMOUNTAIN BIKEUCI Mountain Bike World Championships (XCO and DHI only)
UCI Mountain Bike World Cup (XCO and DHI only)
Olympic GamesUCI Mountain Bike World Championships (XCO and DHI only)
UCI Mountain Bike World Cup (XCO and DHI only)
Olympic GamesUCI BMX World Championships
UCI BMX World Cup
Olympic GamesUCI BMX World Championships
UCI BMX World Cup
Olympic GamesUCI Cyclo-cross World Championships
UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup
UEC Cyclo-cross European Championships
Class 1 Events (C1)Class 2 Events (C2) approved prior to each season2
National Championships of the top 3 nations of the UCI Cyclo-cross World Ranking by Nations

UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships
UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup
UEC Cyclo-cross European Championships
Class 1 Events (C1)Class 2 Events (C2) approved prior to each season2
National Championships of the top 3 nations of the UCI Cyclo-cross World Ranking by Nations

ROAD

BMX

CYCLO-CROSS

1-2 Events in the disciplines and classes concerned may be authorised by the UCI, subject to an assessment of the following criteria:a) participation in previous editions and planned participation for the edition of the season in question, andb) live television broadcast during previous editions and scheduled for the edition of the season in question.
Any organiser, team or licence holder may submit a request to add an event to the list of authorised events to the UCI at the following address: legal@uci.ch
Applications for Road C1 men's and UCI ProSeries women's events must be submitted to the UCI no later than 1 December preceding the season of the event for which an authorisation is requested. For the 2021 season, applications may be submitted until 15 March 2021 at thelatest.
Applications for Cyclo-cross C2 events must be submitted to the UCI no later than 30 June preceding the season of the event for which an authorisation is requested.

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For the 2021-2022 Cyclo-cross season, the following authorisations have been granted for C2 men and women elite events:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

Rapencross, Lokeren
BeringenCyclocross Bredene
Berencross, Meulebeke
Kermiscross, Ardooie
GP Leuven
X²O Badkamers Trofee Kortrijk
Telenet Superprestige De Schorre Boom
Robotland Cyclocross Essen
Cyclocross Gullegem
X²O Badkamers Trofee Herentals
Cyclocross Otegem
Kasteelcross Zonnebeke
Parkcross Maldegem
Polderscross, Kruibeke
Waaslandcross, Waaslandcross

For the 2022 season, the following authorisations have been granted for Road C1 men’s events:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

Saudi Tour 2.1
Etoile de Besseges – Tour du Gard 2.1
Le Samyn 1.1
Elfstedenronde Brugge 1.1
Mont Ventoux Dénivelé Challenge 1.1
Druivenkoers – Overijse 1.1
Kampioenschap van Vlaanderen 1.1
Binche-Chimay-Binche / Mémorial Frank Vandenbroucke 1.1
Paris-Tours 1.1

Any request for inclusion of an event for the following calendar year shall be submitted to the UCI by no later than 30 June.

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Discipline

Bet Types

One-day races:
Event top 10 (including winner, podium and any other combination related to the top 10 results)

ROAD

Stage races:
Final general classification top 10 (including winner, podium and any other combination related to the top 10 results)
Stage podium (including winner and any other combination related to the top 3 results)
Final official secondary classification podium (including winner and any other combination related to the top 3 results)
Team of final general classification and/or secondary classification winner
Leader of general classification or any secondary classification
Stage winner’s teamIntermediate sprint winner
Team time trial events:
Event podium (including winner and any other combination related to the top 3 results)
World Championships and Olympic Games:
Event top 10 (including winner, podium and any other combination related to the top 10 results)
Number of medals per nation

Event podium (including winner and any other combination related to the top 3 results)

TRACK CYCLING

Tournament competitions:
Qualification for phase of final tournament (quarter-final, semi-final etc.)
World Championships and Olympic Games:
Event podium (including winner and any other combination related to the top 3 results)
Number of medals per nation

Event podium (including winner and any other combination related to the top 3 results)
MOUNTAIN BIKE

World Championships and Olympic Games:
Event podium (including winner and any other combination related to the top 3 results)
Number of medals per nation

Event podium (including winner and any other combination related to the top 3 results)
Qualification for phase of final tournament (quarter-final, semi-final etc.)
BMX

World Championships and Olympic Games:
Event podium (including winner and any other combination related to the top 3 results)
Number of medals per nation

Event top 5 (including winner, podium and any other combination related to the top 5 results)
CYCLO-CROSSWorld Championships:
Event top 5 (including winner, podium and any other combination related to the top 5 results)
Number of medals per nation

The present document shall be reviewed and confirmed on a yearly basis. Any request for inclusion of an event or type of bet for the following calendar year shall be submitted to the UCI by no later than 30 June.
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