Originally Posted by
Bah Humbug
And you're entitled to your opinion, but those rules you're unhappy about? They're rules. They're in a rulebook, and the apply to everyone (pending the "ifs", like age).
USA cycling is the only national organization I am aware of that has different rules for competitors in the same event. This issue does not affect me, or family. It is just unfair rule writing that establishes fairness has little to do with USAC cycling.
Originally Posted by
Bah Humbug
.. Strava has no rules. It has no judges with jigs to check if the positions comply. It has no minimum bike weights.
USA Cycling rules have no position requirements, no minimum bike weights either.
Strava relies on respect of those that ride alike. There is no pretense of compliance. It is honor. You do it right, or you don't. As I posted the big segments top page on Strava are more legit than USAC races.
Example: The the rider who won Redlands Pro Road Tour in 2015 was not handicapped, 2nd place was (52X14 max). I think #2 on same equipment would have won.
Originally Posted by
Bah Humbug
... If you have issues with USA Cycling, that's unfortunate. Give running a try.
I'd rather change it.
But there are those who have been affected by the USA Cycling rules that changed priorities. We certainly did.
USAC is a recreational organization with ideals having little to do with the international sport and results and structure indicate that. I don't see them achieving sustained international racing success while fostering a shared commitment to safety, integrity, and the joy of cycling.