Can I ride my full suspension MTB in a Cross race?

[Homebrew]

Hi,

I was wondering what the rules are for cross races. Can I ride a mountain bike in a race?

Will I be disadvantaged? Laughed at? The latter doesn't really matter but so much but it matters a little.

Thanks.

Sean

[RacerX]

sure you can, just no bar ends allowed.

[Rich]

Really Racer?

I'm sure you can race cross in the UK with Barends...interesting :)

As to full suspension bikes...I've seen several being raced....the only disadvantage I can see is their weight, but go on, give it a go :D

Cheers

Rich

[MichaelW]

Its harder to shoulder a full sus frame to run over obstacles, but dont let that stop you racing.

[RacerX]

Well you can have barends but they have to be turned around, they can't be sticking forward. But if you have them, I think they will just make you take them off.

[Nimrod]

A MTB would be an advantage on some courses, Snow, Mud, etc.

The "Cross Bikes" have the advantage on the flats (Bigger Gears)

[Homebrew]

Thanks for the info. I think I'm going to give it a go this season.

Sean

[Rich]

Let us know how you get on mate...it's a great place to start, and every race I've been to...people have been up for a laugh.

Cheers

Rich