Definition

Road races are long distance races held on paved roads or paved bicycle paths. This definition includes both fixed-distance and free-distance races, and different formats such as mass start races, time-trials and criterium

Rider Summary

This section is intended as an overview of the rules, but does not substitute for the actual rules.

• You must wear shoes, gloves, and helmet.

• Personal music systems are not allowed for any races on public roads where there may be motorized traffic.

• Water and food stations are at the discretion of the host.

• Road racing events have wheel size, crank length, and gearing requirements that you need to be aware of.

• Road races are often run in two classes: standard and unlimited.

• Be aware of the rules regarding false starts, passing, dismounts, and illegal riding, repair or replacement of a unicycle, and protests.

• There may be a race cut-off time, as communicated by the host.