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Bike fitters hit out at the UCI's new handlebar width rules, highlighting increased risk of long-term injury in women

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The rule change, described as 'insulting' by one rider, also increases 'risk of reduced control' of the bike
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From 2026, handlebars on road bikes must not be narrower than 40 centimeters.

·Copenhagen, Denmark
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The world cycling association UCI has decided on a new set of rules for the 2026 season. The goal is to make the races safer for the riders. However, one of the changes could do exactly the opposite. Accordingly, the criticism is sharp.

They want to ban handlebars that are too narrow.

·Finland
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Cycling News broke the news in Bath, United Kingdom on Monday, June 16, 2025.
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