Proposal 8: 4B.1 Safety - Revise [ Revision 1 ]
Committee: 4 & 5. MuniSubmitted on 2025-02-25
Status: Passed on March 15, 2025
Background
Current rule mentions wrist guards - which are already included in the definition of gloves.
Adding recommendation for back protector and full-fingered gloves for Downhill.
Proposal
Old Rule
4B.1 Safety
For all muni events, riders must wear shoes, knee pads, gloves/wrist-guards and helmets (see definitions in chapter 1D.1). Additional equipment such as shin, elbow or ankle protection are optional.
Water and food are the responsibility of the rider. Hosts may offer food and water stations at their discretion.
New Rule
4B.1 Safety
For all muni events, riders must wear shoes, knee pads, gloves and helmets (see definitions in chapter 1D.1). Additional equipment such as shin, elbow or ankle protection are optional. Back protector or backpack and full-fingered gloves are recommended for Downhill.
Water and food are the responsibility of the rider. Hosts may offer food and water stations at their discretion.
Body
Further information can be found in the corresponding discussion.
References
1D.1 Definitions
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Gloves: (For racing) Any glove with thick material covering the palms (Leather is acceptable,
thin nylon is not). Gloves may be fingerless, such as bicycling gloves, provided
the palm of the hand is completely covered. Wrist guards, such as those used with in-line
skates, are an acceptable alternative to gloves.
Discussion
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Votes on this proposal:
9 out of 12 voting members have voted.
Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.