The Lindsay Kids of Steel Triathlon

Changes to Youth Events in 2008masthead

These recommendations were developed by the coaching committee and approved by the board of directors.masthead

Rule changes:

Pedals:

1. Cages will not be allowed at any age
2. Clipless pedals will be allowed at any age provided the following conditions are met:
   • Only SPD’s will be allowed
   • Must be double sided (mountain bike pedals)
   • Cleats must be recessed in the tread to allow the athlete to walk without slipping

Spokes:

1. Minimum number is now 16

Wheels

1. Wheels: Adopt UCI rules for mass start races, with the further restriction of a maximum rim depth of 60mm (Zipp 404's are 58mm).

Aerobars

1. Only “draft legal” Aerobars will be allowed ie may not extend beyond the brake levers
2. Must be bridged

Distances

1. No changes

Competition Structure

1. No podiums at any races for athletes younger than 12-13 age group - everyone gets a finishers medal, but that's it.
2. Podium medals for 12-13 age group, but no series standings, and no provincial or regional championship races
3. Podium medals for 14-15 age group, no series standings, 2-3 Key Competitive Races per year (ie. Provincials, Regional Championships, Ontario Games)

NOTE: there was unanimous support for making 1-2 of the 14-15yr old races draft legal, but we couldn't come up with a selection process for these races, so we are not recommending draft legal at this time