The following proposals passed:

Proposal 22: add 100km to section 4D.15.1 Distance Measurement for Traditional distances

Committee: Road

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 09, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

16 out of 18 voting members have voted.

Agree: 15, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 0.

Background

As 100km is approved as a road racing world record distance, it is essential that we add it to section 4D.15.1 Distance Measurement for Traditional distances. Currently it is listed in section 4D.15.2 as a non-traditional race distance where the course must be measured with an accuracy of plus or minus 3%. This is not enough accurate.

Proposal

Old rule:

4D.15 Race Distances and Distance Measurement

4D.15.1 Distance Measurement for Traditional Distances

In the case where a traditional race distance is used (such as 10k or Marathon – 42.195k), the course must be accurately measured along the shortest possible path. The course must be guaranteed to be no shorter than the advertised distance.

New Rule

4D.15 Race Distances and Distance Measurement

4D.15.1 Distance Measurement for Traditional Distances

In the case where a traditional race distance is used (such as 10k or Marathon – 42.195k, or 100k), the course must be accurately measured along the shortest possible path. The course must be guaranteed to be no shorter than the advertised distance.

Body

The proposal is based on discussion #58.

The rule does not require hosts to offer 100k at an event, however, if it is offered it must be measured accurately.

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Proposal 11: 14B.6.4 Face-off - Height of drop, player positioning, whistle to start play

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on December 18, 2018

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Cover off

height of ball drop

distance of players

referee whistle to start play

Proposal

Old

14B.6.4 Face-off

To resume the game without penalizing one of the teams, a face-off can be used. For the face-off, the Referee drops the ball between two opposing players. Play starts when the ball touches the ground. A face-off during the game is executed where the ball was when the game was interrupted. Exception: Within the goal area, the face-off is executed at the closest corner mark.

New

14B.6.4 Face-off

To resume the game without penalizing one of the teams, a face-off can be used. For the face-off, the Referee drops the ball between two opposing players. The ball should be dropped from below hip height of players in the vicinity. One player from each team may take part in the face-off with all other players’ unicycles and sticks at a distance of at least 2.0m from the ball. Play starts when the ball touches the ground as signalled by the referees whistle. A face-off during the game is executed where the ball was when the game was interrupted. Exception: Within the goal area, the face-off is executed at the closest corner mark.

Body

This rule change puts more strict guidelines for height of ball drop, where other players may be placed in relation to the face-off and stipulates that the referee MUST blow the whistle as the ball hits the ground.

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Proposal 13: Points for Pedal Grabs in Finals

Committee: Trials

Vote Summary:

Passed on December 19, 2018

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 8, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 0.

Background

Reward Cleaner Riding in Finals.

Proposal

Old

12B.5.3 Scoring Points

The course is divided in different sections of easy, medium and hard lines. Easy lines are worth one point, medium lines are worth three points and hard lines are worth seven points. The objective is to score as many points as possible by successfully riding (“cleaning”) sections within the specified time period.

Difficulty Points Easy 1 point Medium 3 points Hard 7 points

New

12B.5.3 Scoring Points

The preliminary course is divided in different sections of easy, medium and hard lines. Easy lines are worth one point, medium lines are worth three points and hard lines are worth seven points. The objective is to score as many points as possible by successfully riding (“cleaning”) sections within the specified time period.

Preliminary Round

Difficulty Points

Easy 1 point

Medium 3 points

Hard 7 points

During finals, completion of a line with zero pedal grabs will be worth three points. A deduction of 0.5 points will be made for each pedal/crank grab used during completion of the line, with a maximum of two points deducted i.e. 4 pedal grabs.

Final Round

Base Points for Line Completion 3 points

Number of Pedal Grabs Used for Line Completion Total Points Received for Line

1 2.5 points

2 2 points

3 1.5 points

=>4 1 points

A pedal/crank grab is defined as the rider placing their weight on an obstacle through the bottom of the pedal/crank which is in contact with the obstacle (see 12B.5.4 Definition Of “Cleaning”).

A pedal/crank grab is considered complete after a clear takeoff by pushing through the pedal/crank and not though the tyre.

The pedal/crank may be re-positioned during a pedal/crank grab without being considered a new grab as long as the pedal does not move more than the width of the pedal away from the initial position on the obstacle. i.e. traversing an object in continuous half pedal width grabs will result in multiple pedal/crank grabs recorded.

Old

12B.5.5 Multiple Attempts

Riders may attempt any problem multiple times until they succeed or decide to abandon the section. However, it is not possible to earn additional points by cleaning a section more than once, and no points are awarded if the rider does not clean the entire section.

New

12B.5.5 Multiple Attempts

Riders may attempt any problem multiple times until they succeed or decide to abandon the section. During preliminary rounds, it is not possible to earn additional points by cleaning a section more than once, and no points are awarded if the rider does not clean the entire section. During finals a rider may re-complete a line with fewer pedal grabs to receive a higher score. Only the rider’s best result at each line will be recorded.

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Provide more points for less pedal grabs. Addressed (hopefully) all instances where rules need to be changed to make this work.

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Proposal 12: 14B.5 Number Of Players - Clarification of how to substitute players.

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on December 20, 2018

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Give strict guidelines on how to substitute players

Proposal

Old

14B.5 Number Of Players

A team consists of five players (plus substitutes). Substituting one player for another is possible at any time. It is not necessary to indicate it to the Referee. The new player must enter the field where the other has left it. Each player can be the goalkeeper at any time. The goalkeeper has no special rights. To take part in a game, a team must have at least three players.

New

14 B.5 Number Of Players

A team on the field consists of up to five players with a team requiring a minimum of three players to begin a match. Player substitutions are possible at any time with the substituting player entering the field at the same location only after the other has completely left it. It is not necessary to indicate substitutions to the Referee. Each player can be the goalkeeper at any time. The goalkeeper has no special rights.

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This gives clear guidelines on how to substitute.

If a team is playing with less than 5 (not due to having a person sent off) they don't have to wait for the player to completely leave the field as it technically is not a "substitution"

If a team is playing with less than 5 due to someone being sent off they DO have to wait for the player to completely leave the field before substituting.

I believe these examples do not need to be given as this is obvious?

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Proposal 1: Platform long jump - single pallet to single pallet.

Committee: Jumps

Vote Summary:

Passed on November 01, 2018

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 13 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Long jump to platform currently enables rolling hops similar to regular long jump.

This proposal is to limit rolling hops so techniques can only be static side hops and very small pre-hop side hops.

Proposal

Old Wording

13B.10 Event Flow: Long Jump on Platform In the Long Jump on Platform competition, the rider attempts to jump as far as possible from a short pallet run-up to a landing pad without a dismount. Following the jump, the rider must then stay mounted and in control on the unicycle for 3 seconds on the landing pallets (described in setup below).

Riders may jump with the wheel going forward or sideways. The rider may break off the attempt as long as they are still on the pallet run-up. As soon as they jump in any direction from the pallet run-up, it counts as an attempt. The farthest non-fouling, successful jump is recorded.

The rider must start on the run-up and land on the landing platform without touching the ground. After landing, the rider must remain mounted and on the landing platform for 3 seconds, as counted by a judge. The rider may do any form of idling, hopping or stillstanding during the 3 seconds. Once the judge has counted 3 seconds, the jump is complete. To avoid endless competitions, the length to jump will always increase by 5cm for each round. Once there are only 5 riders left, the final starts and it’s up to the riders to decide in which steps they continue.

13D.7 Setup: Long Jump on Platform The riding area consists of a run-up platform and landing platform of the same height and width.

Both platforms should be a fixed together so that they do not move when jumped from or landed on. It is recommended to cover the pallets with plywood or a similar material of sufficient friction to allow for safe landings. If EUR pallets are used, a minimum of 24 EUR pallets would be needed (with spares recommended). A Long Jump on Platform competition needs a minimum area of 12x2 meters. Run-up platform: If EUR pallets are used, the platform must be three pallets high by five pallets long, requiring 15 pallets. The pallets should be placed the “wide” way such that the dimensions of the run-up platform are 43.5cm H x 4m L x 1.2m W. If EUR pallets are not used the run-up platform must be between 3.5 and 4.5 meters long, 1 to 1.5 meters wide and 40 to 45 cm high. Landing platform: If EUR pallets are used, the platform must be three pallets high by three pallets long, requiring 9 pallets. The pallets should be placed the “wide” way such that the dimensions of the take-off platform are 43.5cm H x 2.4m L x 1.2m W. If EUR pallets are not used the take-off platform must be between 2 and 3 meters long, 1 to 1.5 meters wide and 40 to 45 cm high.

New Wording:

13B.10 Event Flow: Long Jump on Platform

In the Long Jump on Platform competition, the rider attempts to jump as far as possible from a take-off platform to a landing platform without a dismount. The rider must remain mounted and in control on the unicycle for 3 seconds on the landing platform (described in setup below).

Riders may jump with the wheel facing forward or sideways. The rider may break off the attempt as long as they are still on the take-off platform. As soon as they jump in any direction (landing anywhere but the take-off platform), it counts as an attempt. The farthest non-fouling, successful jump is recorded.

The rider must begin stationary on the take-off platform [other option: the rider must mount on the take off platform] and must land on the landing platform without touching the ground. The rider must land with their wheel on top of the landing surface i.e. they may not pedal grab then go to tyre. After landing, the rider must remain mounted and on the landing platform for 3 seconds, as counted by a judge. The rider may do any form of idling, hopping or stillstanding during the 3 seconds. Once the judge has counted 3 seconds, the jump is complete. The length of jump will increase by 5cm increments for each round until 5 riders remain in the competition. When 5 riders remain the riders may decide on smaller increments when increasing the distance.

13D.7 Setup: Long Jump on Platform The jump area consists of a takeoff platform and landing platform of the same height, width and length.

Both platforms should be fixed together to prevent movement throughout the event. EUR pallets (120cm x 80cm x 14.5cm) are recommended and should be covered with plywood or a similar material of sufficient friction to allow for safe landings. If EUR pallets are used the event requires 6 pallets however spares are recommended.

Take-off and landing platform: The dimension of the takeoff and landing surface should be 120cm x 80cm (EUR pallet) with the platforms orientated parallel along the 120cm side to ensure that riders are jumping from or landing onto the 120cm side. The platforms must be equal height between 36cm and 45cm (3 pallets) high. If EUR pallets are not available the platform should be marked to ensure the surface dimensions that may be used is no larger than 120cm x 80cm.

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I have changed most mentions of the "pallets" to the "platform" as it is possible that someone could build a platform without pallets.

I have outlined dimensions of 120cm x 80cm and suggested EUR Pallets based on these dimensions. I have noted that if pallets are longer than 80cm then the surface should be marked to make sure that only 80cm width of the pallet may be used for takeoff and landing.

I have outlined that the rider must be stationary on the take-off platform. Another option is to say that the rider "must mount on the take off platform"

Added that they cannot pedal grab then go to tyre.

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Proposal 32: Update 4B.3 Rider Identification

Committee: Road

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 20, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

16 out of 18 voting members have voted.

Agree: 15, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 1.

Background

This proposal give the hosts an option to require an unmodified bib on front and back of riders during road races. This will help the manual data recording that is often essential to small events and as backup to large events.

Proposal

Current Rule

4B.3 Rider Identification

Riders must wear their race number clearly visible on their chest so that it is visible during the race and as the rider crosses the finish line. Additionally, the rider may be required to wear a chip for electronic timing.

New Rule
4B.3 Rider Identification
Riders must wear their race number(s) fixed at the four corners, clearly visible on their chest and, when required, on their back so that it is visible during the race and as the rider crosses the finish line. Riders must use the officially provided race number unmodified in any manner. Numbers should not be folded, trimmed, or otherwise defaced. Referee approval must be sought to modify a number plate if it cannot otherwise be attached securely due to hydration pack, rider physique or posture when riding. Lost or damaged race numbers must be replaced with approval by referee. Additionally, riders may be required to wear a chip for electronic timing.

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See Discussion.

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Proposal 10: Safety Requirements

Committee: Trials

Vote Summary:

Passed on November 26, 2018

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 1.

Background

Shin guards are not necessary should be optional. Unlikely to help a catastrophic injury, mainly for comfort.

Proposal

12B.1 Safety

All riders must wear a helmet, shin guards, and shoes as defined in chapter 1D.1. Gloves and knee protection are recommended.

New

12B.1 Safety All riders must wear a helmet and shoes as defined in chapter 1D.1. Gloves, shin guards and knee protection are recommended.

Body

Shin guards are not necessary should be optional. Unlikely to help a catastrophic injury, mainly for comfort.

References

Proposal 31: 9C.5 Removing Scores

Committee: X-Style

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 20, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

13 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 13, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

I hope this rule doesn't have to be used but i would wish that there's a rule that allows the chief judge to cross out a judges ranking if it's completly out of place after talking to that judge and letting him explain his ranking.

Cause of the different styles the ranking will always differ quite a lot so it's a big resposibility to give to the chief judge. This rule is only meant for extreme cases that hopefully won't happen.

Proposal

Old

9C.4 Judging

…(long section)...

Negative aspects like dismounts are ignored. Every judge should use blank sheets of paper to take notes.

The highest and the lowest placing points per rider are discarded. All the remaining placing points get summed up for each rider. The 3 riders with the fewest points win and advance to the next round.

New:

9C.4 Judging

…(long section)...

Negative aspects like dismounts are ignored. Every judge should use blank sheets of paper to take notes.

9C.5 Removing Scores

Additionally, the Chief Judge has the power to remove scores only if they are deemed to be biased, inaccurate, or another extreme case.

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This rule gives the Chief Judge the power to remove scores in extreme cases. It also reorganizes the other removing of scores information.

References

Proposal 15: 14B.10.4 High Stick

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on February 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

8 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 8, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

People agree that the stick can only be raised when defending a shot on goal not at any point when in the vicinity of goal.

At this point including this text will increase the safety of the game compared to without it.

Proposal

Old Rule

14B.10.4 High Stick

The blade of the stick must always be below the players’ own hips and the hips of all players in the vicinity who might be endangered. Exception: In direct vicinity of one’s own goal, the lower end of the stick can be raised as high as the crossbar of the goal.

New Rule

14B.10.4 High Stick

The blade of the stick must always be below the players’ own hips and the hips of all players in the vicinity who might be endangered. Exception: When defending a shot on goal in the direct vicinity of one’s own goal , the lower end of the stick can be raised as high as the crossbar of the goal.

Body

Included the text. "when defending a shot on goal"

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Proposal 14: 14B.6.1 Free Shot - Delay of game penalty exception

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on February 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

8 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 7, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 1.

Background

I believe this exception needs to go under free shot not under penalties as it describes an exception to the placing of the ball for a penalty.

Proposal

Old Rule

14B.6.1 Free Shot

The free shot is the standard penalty for all violations of the rules. It is applied in all cases except for those explicitly mentioned in sections 14B.6.2-14B.6.4. The free shot is executed from the point where the violation was done. Exceptions: If a team gets a free shot within the opponents’ goal area, the free shot is executed at the closest corner mark (corner shot). If a team gets a free shot within their own goal area, the free shot is done at a distance of 1m in front of the goal line (goalkeeper’s ball).

The free shot is indirect. The player executing the free shot may only touch the ball once until a contact by another player occurs. The ball shall be hit with the stick, not dragged, flicked or lifted on the stick. Opposing players must keep a distance with their unicycles and their sticks of at least 2.0m from the ball.

New Rule

14B.6.1 Free Shot

The free shot is the standard penalty for all violations of the rules. It is applied in all cases except for those explicitly mentioned in sections 14B.6.2-14B.6.4. The free shot is executed from the point where the violation was done. Exceptions: If a team receives a free shot within the opponents’ goal area, the free shot is executed at the closest corner mark (corner shot). If a team receives a free shot within their own goal area, the free shot is taken at a distance of 1m in front of the goal line (goalkeeper’s ball). In the instance that a delay of game penalty is given, the penalty will be taken from the center mark.

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I think this English is better. I think it should be placed under free shot not penalties..

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Proposal 39: Definition of "in control" moment for finishing a road race

Committee: Road

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 29, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

15 out of 18 voting members have voted.

Agree: 15, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Since the 2017 Rulebook, the definition for being "in control" has been changed for track races. It has not been changed for road races. Therefore, we now have a discrepancy which I think is unwanted.

The finish moment for both track and road races is when the front of the tyre crosses the finish. The outcome of the race should not depend of what happens after the finish. This proposal fixes that.

Proposal

OLD RULE:

4B.5.8 Finishes

Finish times are determined when the front of the tire first crosses the vertical plane of the nearest edge of the finish line.

Riders are always timed by their wheels, not by outstretched bodies. If riders do not cross the line in control, they are awarded a 5 second penalty to their time. “Control” is defined by the rearmost part of the wheel crossing completely over the vertical finish plane (as defined above) with the rider having both feet on the pedals. (Note: a rider is not considered in control if the unicycle crosses the finish line independent of the rider. The finish time is still measured by when the wheel crosses the vertical finish plane and the 5 second penalty is applied.)

In the case where a rider is finishing with a broken unicycle, the rider must bring at minimum the wheel to the finish line, and time is still taken when the wheel crosses the finish line. The 5 second penalty is applied.

NEW RULE:

4B.5.8 Finishes

Finish times are determined when the front of the tire first crosses the vertical plane of the nearest edge of the finish line.

Riders are always timed by their wheels, not by outstretched bodies. If riders do not cross the line in control, they are awarded a 5 second penalty to their time. “Control” is defined by the front of the wheel crossing the vertical finish plane (as defined above) with the rider having both feet on the pedals. (Note: a rider is not considered in control if the unicycle crosses the finish line independent of the rider. The finish time is still measured by when the wheel crosses the vertical finish plane and the 5 second penalty is applied.)

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The essential change is from "rearmost part" to "front".
As per my text suggestion in the discussion, I also deleted "completely over" as I think it is redundant.

References

Proposal 18: New Flatland Scoring

Committee: Flatland

Vote Summary:

Passed on April 14, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

11 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 11, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

100% of people who voted agreed with this proposal however we didn't have enough people vote on this most likely because of not checking their email. (only 5 votes)

It would be nice to know that this didn't pass because people didn't like it not because they just didn't vote.

If we put this through again I will make an effort to go and hit up all the members individually to at least get them to vote. I believe this should go through again and be given proper attention.

It seems that we need to attribute a little more points to difficulty in flatland. While I do not disagree with this, making judging easy for judges is also really important

It becomes even easier to score because everything is /10. Difficulty is worth more, which I think makes most happy, consistency and variety a wroth a tad less and flow and last trick stay relatively the same.

Proposal

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DIFFICULTY (0 to 10 points): Score is given for technical difficulty of the tricks and combos landed during the battle/preliminary.

CONSISTENCY (0 to 10 points): Score is given for number of landed trick/combos on total of number of tricks/combos attempted during the battle/preliminary.

VARIETY (0 to 10 points): Score is given for variation in the types of tricks done during the battle/preliminary.

FLOW (0 to 5 points): Score is given for cleanliness and style of rider during the battle/preliminary.

LAST TRICK (0 to 5 points): Score is given for technical difficulty, novelty, creativity, and flow. The rider is not obligated to use all attempts or to try the same trick every attempt. Only the last attempt will be scored. Other failed attempts do not subtract from the score.

TOTAL (0 to 40 points)

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DIFFICULTY worth 25% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 2.5 = weighed score)

CONSISTENCY worth 23% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 2.3 = weighed score)

FLOW worth 20% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 2 = weighed score)

VARIETY worth 18% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 1.8 = weighed score)

LAST TRICK worth 14% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 1.4 = weighed score)

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We used this at Winter EUC'19. Judges were amazed by how much easier judging became with everything on 10. The results seemed to reflect what should have happened with the results.

It also reflects more what seems right on who should win a battle after a battle. It also takes no time to score battles if needed, if using a computer.

You can see how it looks in an excel sheet

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ShsZqvrO2rdEUlLM8u6dRL2PNInR9gUPD7aYShR4qSA/edit?usp=sharing

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Proposal 16: Penalty shootout - backwards movement of ball

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on February 22, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

7 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 6, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 0.

Background

Large consensus to look at this rule seriously.

Proposal

OLD RULE

14B.7.2 Penalty Shootout

The goalkeeper must be close to the goal line, at least until the attacking player has had contact with the ball. The Referee places the ball on the center point and the player taking the shot will, after the whistle of the Referee, play the ball from there, trying to score a goal. The ball must be kept in motion towards the goal line (no backwards movement allowed) and once it is shot, the play shall be considered complete. No goal can be scored on a rebound of any kind (an exception being the ball off the goal post and/or the goalkeeper and then directly into the goal), and any time the ball crosses the goal line, the shot shall be considered complete.

NEW RULE

14B.7.2 Penalty Shootout

The goalkeeper must be close to the goal line, at least until the attacking player has had contact with the ball. The Referee places the ball on the center point and the player taking the shot will, after the whistle of the Referee, play the ball from there, trying to score a goal. The player must remain in motion towards the goal line with no backwards movement or stopping allowed. Once the ball has been shot, the play shall be considered complete. No goal can be scored on a rebound of any kind (an exception being the ball off the goal post and/or the goalkeeper and then directly into the goal), and any time the ball crosses the goal line, the shot shall be considered complete.

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Pros: Allows a full range of stick work when completing penalty shootout including forward backwards stickhandling, toe drags, behind the back passes etc. Rewards players who try and better their skills by allowing them to use these skills to win a game, instead of handicapping them for the players who choose not to practice. Enables more interesting goals with higher skills shown which is a beneficial for live spectators, advertising our sport (social media etc) and enticing people to take up the sport as it looks cool.

Cons: People who don't train or want to improve their stick handling will have less of a handicap than they used to against a better player. It has been argued it would be more dangerous but I don't see why this would occur.

Changes to gameplay/refereeing/tournaments: A penalty shootout may involve more exciting goals than it has previously as there will be broader range of movements to utilise. By requiring the player to always be moving forward instead of the ball it will take a similar amount of time for a penalty shot to be completed. Previously you would need the ball to move forward very slowly if you wanted to slow down the penalty shot, now you would need yourself to move forward very slowly, unlikely to see a change here particularly as the slowing down of penalty shots has never really been an issue. Refereeing should be unchanged or slightly improved. Whether someone has stopped/ridden away from the goal line is potentially easier to assess than whether the ball has moved away from the goal line when someone is doing fast side to side stickwork parallel to the goal line. Potentially greater percentage of goals scored in penalty shootouts however both teams will have the same conditions.

Note: Implementing this rule change to start with as it has been pointed out that it would likely be easier to referee than floorball rules where the ball OR the player must be moving forward. If the rule is positive then at a future time we may discuss the floorball rule if we think it is necessary to improve ruling/gameplay.

References

Proposal 52: 800m - definition of the point from which the non-lane racing rules are applied (changing 2B.6.3)

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 02, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

The current rule 2B.6.3 does not contain a clear and unambiguous definition of the point at which riders are allowed to leave the lane and the non-lane racing rules are applied at an 800m race where the start is performed in individual lanes.

Proposal

Old Rule:

2B.6.3 800m Race

In the 800m race, riders start in a lane, but at some point (usually the first turn) non-lane racing rules apply. Dismounts are allowed.

New Rule:

2B.6.3 800m Race

Riders are started in separate lanes, at separate locations. The race shall be run in lanes as far as the nearer edge of the breakline where riders may leave their respective lanes. The breakline shall be an arced line marked after the first bend across all lanes other than lane 1. To assist athletes identify the breakline, halved tennis balls can be placed on the lane lines immediately before the intersection of the lines and the breakline. After the breakline, non-lane racing rules apply. Dismounts are allowed.

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This proposal is only for defining the breakline more precisely - if the vote for the second proposal (Proposal 51: 800m & 400m - moving the start variants from 2B.6.9 to 2B.6.2 & 2B.6.3) is positive, this sentence will be inserted at the appropriate position in the description of a staggered start.

For more information and the the improvement of the proposal please look and comment into discussion#80: "800m - definition of the point from which the non-lane racing rules are applied (changing 2B.6.3)".

For more information and the the improvement of the other proposal about moving the start variants please look and comment into discussion#83: "800m - moving the start variants from 2B.6.9 to 2B.6.3".

References

Proposal 7: Ammend Time stoppage Rules

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on December 03, 2018

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

A number of small changes around time stoppages need to be altered.

14C.2.7 Referee Hand Signs has some examples of when time should be stopped but I don't think they are that thorough. I have put in new ones which seem more likely.

Proposal

OLD

14B.8.1 General Considerations

All players must take care not to endanger others. The game is non-contact: the opponents and their unicycles may not be touched. The players must take care not to hit an opponent with their stick, especially after a shot. Only in the vicinity of the ball may a player touch an opponent’s stick with their stick to block them. However, this contact may not be hard. It is illegal to turn the blade of the stick upside down in order to hook into an opponent’s stick. Raising the opponent’s stick is allowed in principle, if not done using exaggerated roughness. If the opponent’s stick is raised to a high stick (see section 14B.10.4), it is always considered exaggerated roughness. Intentional delay of the game is not permitted.

New

14B.8.1 General Considerations

..Intentional delay of the game is not permitted and may result in a penalty and the stoppage of time.

OLD

14B.7.1 Game Duration

The play time is given by the playing schedule and is a relative play time. The time only stops if the Referee requests a time out. The teams change sides during the break. At the start of each period, all players must be in their own half of the field. Each period starts with a face-off at the center mark. If the game ends in a draw and a decision is necessary, play is continued with extended time. If it’s still a draw, a decision is reached with a penalty shootout.

New

14B.7.1 Game Duration

..The time stops only at the request of the Referee.

OLD

14C.2.7 Referee Hand Signs

“Time out” Form the letter “T” with both hands. The game is interrupted for example if a player is injured or if the spectators disturb the game.

New

14C.2.7 Referee Hand Signs

“Stop Timer” Form the letter “T” with both hands. The stoppage of time is deemed necessary by a referee for example if a player is injured, intentional delay of game occurs or discussion between referees or between referee and players is needed.

OLD

14C.2.4 The Timer

The Timer checks the time of play with a stopwatch and/or with a score board. The time is started whenever the Referee starts the game by blowing the whistle. Each period is ended by the sound of the score board (e.g. horn, bell, gong) or the blowing of a whistle by the timer. The Timer also stops the time whenever the Referee requests a time out.

New

14C.2.4 The Timer

..The Timer also stops the time whenever the Referee requests a stoppage of time.

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I tried to update all words relating to the timer in one proposal. I provided (what I think) are probably better examples of why the referee would stop the game under 14C.2.7 Referee Hand Signs.

References

Proposal 8: Proper playing of advantage rule.

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on December 07, 2018

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

The rulebook doesnt mention how to play advantages and whether or not a player should be penalised after advantage is played.

Proposal

Old Rule

14B.6 Penalties

In every instance of a violation of the rules the Referee must penalize the offending team, unless the Referee decides not to interrupt the game (advantage).

New Rule

14B.6 Penalties

In every instance of a violation of the rules the Referee must penalize the offending team or play the advantage. When playing the advantage the referee does not blow the whistle but should display the hand sign for a free shot and shout “Advantage!” In the event that an advantage was not gained, the referee should enforce the appropriate penalty from the initial point of infringement or, when the penalty has occurred within the goal area, the closest corner mark or 1 m in front of goal line. Additionally, at the referee’s discretion, offending players may be sent off after advantage has been played. The referee should not enforce this penalty until the offending team gains possession of the ball and should resume the game with a face off at the point of possession change. When two or more players fall and/or it is unclear whether a foul occurred, the Referees can interrupt the game and restart it with a face-off.

Body

This covers the advantage rule and how to play it. It says if there is no advantage to play the appropriate penalty (6.5m, penalty goal, free shot) from the initial point of infringement unless it was within the goal area in which case it will be from the corner mark or 1m in front of goal line.

References

Proposal 26: Definition of X-Style 9A.1

Committee: X-Style

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 16, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

11 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 0.

Background

Current definition was not descriptive.

Proposal

Old:
9A.1 Definition
In X-Style, starting groups of ten or fewer riders compete against each other, and the three best riders advance to the next round. Competitors only care about skills. Riders are given a 1 or 2 minute run to show off their best skills. In the final round, the three best riders become the winners of the competition. Judges will be selected from other starting groups or from non-competing volunteers.

New:
9A.1 Definition
X-Style is an event for riders to show off their most difficult skills. Riders can show their own style with creativity and ingenuity. The competitors are judged solely on the skills that they complete. Performance and falls do not count like in other freestyle competitions.

In X-Style, starting groups of ten or fewer riders compete against each other, and the top three riders advance to the next round. Riders show off their best skills in an individual run that is between 1 and 2 minutes in length based on the round. Judges will be selected from other starting groups or from non-competing volunteers.

Body

This description explains the competition at a high level.

See Discussion #69

References

Proposal 2: 14B.8.1 General Considerations (vicinity of the ball)

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on November 13, 2018

Votes on this proposal:

8 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 8, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

"Only in the vicinity of the ball may a player touch an opponent’s stick with their stick to block them."

Currently vicinity is not clear, different interpretations exist.

Proposal

Old

14B.8.1 General Considerations

New

14B.8.1 General Considerations

All players must take care not to endanger others. The game is non-contact: the opponents and their unicycles may not be touched. The players must take care not to hit an opponent with their stick, especially after a shot. Only in the vicinity of the ball (defined as the ball within the radius of the outstretched arm length plus stick) may a player touch an opponent’s stick with their stick to block them. However, this contact may not be hard. It is illegal to turn the blade of the stick upside down in order to hook into an opponent’s stick. Raising the opponent’s stick is allowed in principle, if not done using exaggerated roughness. If the opponent’s stick is raised to a high stick (see section 14B.10.4), it is always considered exaggerated roughness. Intentional delay of the game is not permitted.

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This provides a definition of what vicinity of the ball is and reduces players hitting opposition sticks for reasons other than to get the ball

References

Proposal 4: 14B.7.5 Obstacle moved to fouls

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on November 13, 2018

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Some rules are in the wrong section and should come under fouls instead.

Proposal

Old

14B.7.5 Obstacle A player who is off the unicycle must not be an obstacle for opponents. The player is considered an obstacle if the player, the unicycle or stick is hit by the ball and also if an opponent cannot move around freely. The player should remount at the same spot, but if necessary move out of the way of play first.

New

14B.8.7 Obstacle A player who is off the unicycle must not be an obstacle for opponents. The player is considered an obstacle if the player, the unicycle or stick is hit by the ball and also if an opponent cannot move around freely. The player should remount at the same spot, but if necessary move out of the way of play first.

Body

Move to fouls so clear understanding of what should be done when rule is not followed.

Pros: Clear ruling

Cons: None

References

Proposal 3: 14B.7.9 Moving The Goal

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on November 13, 2018

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Rule

14B.7.9 Moving The Goal

The players are not allowed to move the goal.

Proposal

Old Rule

14B.7.9 Moving The Goal

The players are not allowed to move the goal.

New Rule

14B.8.6 Moving The Goal

The players are not allowed to move the goal.

Body

Move this rule under fouls meaning that it is clear that it should therefore be penalised or advantage played.

Pros: Clear outcome when it occurs

Cons: None

References

Proposal 9: Enforcing Penalties - Time

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on December 07, 2018

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

This gives instruction on whether a send off is inclusive of time stopage ( or halftime)

Proposal

Old

14B.6.5 Penalty Box

The Referee can send a player off the field for two minutes, five minutes or for the remainder of the game. This is done in the case of unsporting behavior and also for intentional or dangerous disregard of the rules. While a player is in the penalty box, the team may not substitute a replacement for that player. The referees should consider the following guidelines when punishing a player:

New

14B.6.5 Penalty Box

14B.6.5 Penalty Box The Referee can send a player off the field for two minutes, five minutes or for the remainder of the game. When a player is sent off for the remainder of the game they may not take part in the current match or their teams following match. However, after a five minute period the penalised team may bring a player on. These penalties are given in the case of unsporting behavior and also for intentional or dangerous disregard of the rules. While a player is in the penalty box, the team may not substitute a replacement for that player.

The referees should consider the following guidelines when punishing a player. The timer should be stopped while referees discuss the appropriate punishment and explain their ruling to players:

Old

14C.2.3 The Secretary

New

14C.2.3 The Secretary

The Secretary sits at the desk and takes care that the scoreboard always shows the current score. After a goal the Secretary seeks eye contact with the First Referee to check if the goal is declared valid or not. After the end of the game the Secretary writes the final score into the report. When a player has been sent-off for the remainder of the match, the secretary records the name of the player on both the completed match and the team’s next match and should inform the hockey director that the player must miss the teams next match.

Old

14C.2.4 The Timer

New

14C.2.4 The Timer

The Timer checks the time of play with a stopwatch and/or with a score board. The time is started whenever the Referee starts the game by blowing the whistle. Each period is ended by the sound of the score board (e.g. horn, bell, gong) or the blowing of a whistle by the timer. The Timer also stops the time whenever the Referee requests a time out. In the case of a send-off, the timer records the time of send-off and the time the offender or substitute player will be allowed back on to the field.

Body

Based on Herberts recommendations I think this is what needs to be changed.

References

Proposal 47: Update Standard Skill Officials to not refer to Artistic officials

Committee: Freestyle

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 03, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

12 out of 12 voting members have voted.

Agree: 12, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Remove text that was clearly copied from the Artistic Freestyle Chapter during reorganization.

Proposal

Old rule:

8C.1 Standard Skill Officials

Artistic Director: The head organizer and administrator of artistic events. The Artistic Director’s job starts well before the convention, arranging equipment for the gyms (or performing areas) and recruiting the other artistic officials. With the Convention Host, the Artistic Director determines the operating systems, paperwork and methods to be used to run the events. With the Chief Judge, the Artistic Director is in charge of keeping events running on schedule, and answers all questions not pertaining to rules and judging. The Artistic Director is the highest authority on everything to do with the artistic events, except for decisions on rules and results.

Chief Judge: Like the Referee, the Chief Judge should be a thoroughly experienced person who must above all be objective and favor neither local, nor outside riders. The Chief Judge must be thoroughly familiar with all of the artistic officials’ jobs and all aspects of artistic rules. The Chief Judge oversees everything, deals with protests, and answers all rules and judging questions. The Chief Judge is responsible for seeing that all artistic officials are trained and ready, and that the artistic riding areas are correctly measured and marked on the floor. The Chief Judge is also responsible for the accuracy of all judging point tabulations and calculations.

8C.2 Training Officials

As the rules state, competitions cannot be started until all key artistic officials have been trained and understand their tasks. For Artistic events, the Chief Judge is in charge. For certain artistic events, a minimum level of judging experience is required. See section 7C.4.

New Rule:

8C.1 Standard Skill Officials

The host must designate the following officials for Standard Skill:

• Standard Skill Director

• Chief Judge

8C.2 Training Officials

Remove section.

Body

Simple is good.

References

Proposal 49: Relay (Track) - moving the Relay rules from 3 Track: Other to 2 Track: Racing

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 02, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 0.

Background

For the relays the same rules apply as for the other Track Racing disciplines regarding the start, the use of lanes and the finishing. Therefore it would make more sense to put the rules for the relays in chapter 2 Track: Racing, because here you can find also all the other rules being used.

Proposal

Old Rule:

2A.1 Definition

Track racing covers events done on an athletic track. These rules apply to the following standard races: 800m, 400m, 100m, One-Foot, Wheel Walk, and IUF Slalom. Additional “Track and Field” events can be found in Track: Other Chapter.

3B.6.1 Relay (Track)

Usually 4 x 100m or 4 x 400m like in athletics.
The takeover zones are 20 meters long and must be marked on the track. Riders may remount if necessary, and must pick up the baton if it is dropped. The handover of the baton must be within the takeover zone. This means that before the baton crosses the start mark of the takeover zone only the incoming rider is in touch with the baton and at the end of the takeover zone only the outgoing rider is in touch with the baton. Riders may not throw the baton to make a pass and may not touch the ground with any part of their body while making a pass. If the baton is not handed over within the marked takeover zone, the team will be disqualified. Leaving of the lane within the takeover zone or when remounting does not result in disqualification as long as the riders do not obstruct, impede or interfere with another rider’s progress. There is no defined preparation area for the next riders as long as they stay within their lanes.
Mixed male/female teams may be used, and reasonable age groups may be used depend- ing on the number of expected competitors of the event. Each relay team may have any mix of ages, the age of the oldest rider determines the age group.

New Rule:

2A.1 Definition

Track racing covers events done on an athletic track. These rules apply to the following standard races: 800m, 400m, 100m, One-Foot, Wheel Walk, Relay and IUF Slalom. Additional “Track and Field” events can be found in Track: Other Chapter.

2B.6.6 Relay (Track)

Usually 4 x 100m or 4 x 400m like in athletics.
The takeover zones are 20 meters long and must be marked on the track. Riders may remount if necessary, and must pick up the baton if it is dropped. The handover of the baton must be within the takeover zone. This means that before the baton crosses the start mark of the takeover zone only the incoming rider is in touch with the baton and at the end of the takeover zone only the outgoing rider is in touch with the baton. Riders may not throw the baton to make a pass and may not touch the ground with any part of their body while making a pass. If the baton is not handed over within the marked takeover zone, the team will be disqualified. Leaving of the lane within the takeover zone or when remounting does not result in disqualification as long as the riders do not obstruct, impede or interfere with another rider’s progress. There is no defined preparation area for the next riders as long as they stay within their lanes.
Mixed male/female teams may be used, and reasonable age groups may be used depend- ing on the number of expected competitors of the event. Each relay team may have any mix of ages, the age of the oldest rider determines the age group.

Body

The current rule should only be moved from Chapter 3 to Chapter 2, so there are no changes to the current rule text.

References

Proposal 38: Fixed distance and free distance races

Committee: Road

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 08, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

17 out of 18 voting members have voted.

Agree: 17, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

We are currently incentivised to provide only fixed distance events, which takes a lot of effort from organisers and does not provide riders with variety.

Fixed distance races are only worth organising if they can be comparable between different events (eg for personal bests). For that to be the case, they have to be flat and fast- there will be no hills, no cobblestones, minimal elevation change in the start/finish area etc. They are a lot of work in terms of measurement, and it limits the organiser's ability to place a start/finish area.

I think we need to give guidance to race organisers about what should be offered at Unicon or major regional championship event, which in my view should include at least one fixed distance race (eg 10km), and one non-fixed distance road race.

I propose that we do this in 4A.1 and 4D.15

Proposal

Current

4A.1 Definition

Road races are longer distance races held on paved roads or paved bike paths. These rules specifically apply to 100k, Marathon, and 10k races, but may also be applied to other road races, such as a Time Trial or a Criterium

Proposed

4A.1 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

_______________________________________________________________________________

Proposed

*Add the section below as 4D.15.1; and move the current 4D.15.1 and 4D.15.2 down one section (ie 4D.15.1 becomes 4D.15.2; and 4D.15.2 becomes 4D.15.3)*

4D.15.1 Fixed distance and free distance distance races

The recognised fixed distance races are the 10km, Marathon(42.195km) and 100km.

A free distance race can be any race distance that is greater or less than 3% of the distance of a recognised fixed distance race.

It is expected that Unicon will have at least two road events, of which at least one is a recognized fixed distance event

4D.15.2 Distance measurement for fixed distance races (previously 4D.15.1)

In the case of fixed distance races, the course must be accurately measured along the shortest possible path.

(*replace first sentence. Rest of the text remains the same*)

4D.15.3 Distance measurement for free distance races(previously 4D.15.2)

In the case where a free distance is used, the course must be measured with an accuracy of plus or minus 3% or better. Example: if a race is advertised as 80 km, the actual distance must be between 77.6km and 82.4km.

(*replace first sentence and the example distance. Rest of the text remains the same*)

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All references in the rulebook to 'traditional distance' will be replaced with 'fixed distance race'. The references to 'other distances' or 'non-traditional race distances' will be replaced with 'free distance'

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As discussed in the corresponding thread

References

Proposal 25: 9B.5.5 Run Length

Committee: X-Style

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 11, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

11 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 0.

Background

A proposal to change and simplify the wording of rule 9B.5.5 in order to clarify an official format.

Proposal

Old Rule (9B.5.5 Run Length)

This is the recommended format: The length of a competitor’s run is determined by the round. • If three or more rounds: 1st round: 1 minute Intermediate rounds: 1 minute 30 seconds Finals: 2 minutes. • If two rounds: 1st round: 1 minute 30 seconds Finals: 2 minutes • If one round: 2 minutes

New Rule (9B.5.5 Run Length)

The length of a competitor's run is determined by the round:

- Final Round: 2 minutes
- Semi-final round: 1 min 30 seconds
- Previous rounds: 1 minute

If fewer there are three rounds, use only the run lengths that are relevant.

Example: If there is one round, it is considered the final round, and would be 2 minutes in length.

In smaller competitors, the director may alter the run lengths due to time constraints.

Body

The new rule removes "This is the recommended format", simplifies the description of run lengths, adds an example to clarify round lengths, and indicates that the director may alter run lengths due to time constraints.

References

Proposal 29: Add definition of Tire Contact Point in 1D.1

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 17, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

19 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 19, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

This is to add a definition of "Tire contact point", a term that is used in some rules in Track: Racing and Track: Other, to clear up what we mean by it.

Proposal

(There is no old rule, c.q. old definition)

New rule, to be added in 1D.1 in the correct alphabetic location:

Tire Contact Point: The centre of the contact patch between the tire and the riding surface. Usually judged by eye.

Body

In several Track rules, reference is made to the tire contact point. In a current discussion someone remarked that there is no such thing as a single contact point. There is a contact patch with finite dimensions. Hence, it is not clear if said "contact point" refers to the front of the contact patch, or maybe the centre or the rear of it. Also, the contact patch, while roughly being oval, is not a precisely defined shape. If you would look closely, you would see "islands" of contact outside a main contact area (and also "lakes" within the "mainland"), due to irregularities in the tire and the riding surface.

It was argued that the centre of the axle is more precisely defined. However, the centre of the axle is not necessarily located vertically above the tire contact point (e.g. if the unicycle is twisted sideways to any degree AND leaning sideways). This means that the two definitions are not always the same. Moreover, the centre of the axle crossing a line (for example the finish in Slow racing) is not easy to see because you have to imagine a vertical line. Therefore, in practice, judges will judge the passing of the contact point/patch anyway.

We can continue to use "tire contact point" anywhere in the rules, if we add a definition in 1D.1.

References

Proposal 6: 11B.5 Competitor rules - Results

Committee: Street

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 29, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Small fixes.

Proposal

OLD:

11B.5 Results
Final results will be continuously announced and/or posted for public view. Results sheets will be posted after each category of an event. The protest period begins at this point.

NEW:

11B.5 Results
Preliminary results will be posted once the calculation of the points is done. Results sheets will be posted after each category of an event. The protest periods begins at this point. Finals results may be held off until the award ceremony if it is on the same day.

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That was a copy paste of flat. In street we don't announce continuously like in battles.

References

Proposal 51: 800m & 400m - moving the start variants from 2B.6.9 to 2B.6.2 & 2B.6.3

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 02, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

The current description of the 800m race under "2B.6.3 800m" contains only one of the two possible start variants, and is therefore not correct if a waterfall start is used. This second start variant can be found under rule "2B.6.9 Lane Use", which is not very logical. The description of the start variants/start line-ups should therefore be moved from rule 2B.6.9 to the description of the discipline. In order to be completely consistent, the sentence for the start line-up at the 400m race should also be moved to the description of the discipline.

Proposal

Old Rule:

2B.6.2 400m Race

In the 400m race, riders must stay in their lane, and a dismount results in disqualification.

2B.6.3 800m Race

In the 800m race, riders start in a lane, but at some point (usually the first turn) non-lane racing rules apply. Dismounts are allowed.

2B.6.9 Lane Use

In most races, a rider must stay in his or her own lane, except when the rider has to swerve to avoid being involved in a crash. In all other cases, a rider who goes outside their lane is disqualified. Going outside a track lane means that the tire of the unicycle touches the ground outside his assigned lane. Riding on the marking is allowed. No physical contact between riders is allowed during racing. The 400m race is started with a stagger start. The 800m race may be started in one of two ways:
• Waterfall Start: This is a curved starting line that places all riders an equal distance from the first turn. If a waterfall start is used, non-lane rules apply (see below).
• Stagger Start: Riders are started in separate lanes, at separate locations. They must stay in their lanes for a specified distance before they may ‘cut in’ to the inside lanes. Lane rules apply only up to this point.

New Rule:

2B.6.2 400m Race

The 400m race is started with a stagger start, where riders are started in separate lanes, at separate locations. In the 400m race, riders must stay in their lane, and a dismount results in disqualification.

2B.6.3 800m Race

There are two different ways to run an 800m race, remounting after a dismount is allowed in both ways:

1. 800m Race with Stagger Start: Riders are started in separate lanes, at separate locations. (They must stay in their lanes for a specified distance before they may ‘cut in’ to the inside lanes. Lane rules apply only up to this point.) [*See the other Proposal: The race shall be run in lanes as far as the nearer edge of the breakline where riders may leave their respective lanes. The breakline shall be an arced line marked after the first bend across all lanes other than lane 1. To assist athletes identify the breakline, halved tennis balls can be placed on the lane lines immediately before the intersection of the lines and the breakline.After the breakline, non-lane racing rules apply.*]

2. 800m with Waterfall Start: Riders are started at a curved starting line that places all riders an equal distance from the first turn. If a waterfall start is used, non-lane rules apply from the start.

2B.6.9 Lane Use

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This proposal is only for moving the start variants from rule 2B.6.9 to the corresponding discipline descriptions. A second proposal should replace the text in the round brackets () by the text in the square brackets []. For the other porposal look at "800m - definition of the point from which the non-lane racing rules are applied (changing 2B.6.3)"

For more information and the the improvement of the proposal about moving the start variants please look and comment into discussion#83: "800m - moving the start variants from 2B.6.9 to 2B.6.3".

For more information and the the improvement of the other proposal please look and comment into discussion#80: "800m - definition of the point from which the non-lane racing rules are applied (changing 2B.6.3)".

References

Proposal 41: 1 B.6 Transgender Riders

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 11, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

21 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 11, Disagree: 5, Abstain: 5.

Background

There is some great discussion about this issue and if individuals who are transitioning are creating unfair competition. Mark suggested that we keep it simpler for this Rulebook committee.

Proposal

OLD: nothing

NEW: 1 B.6 Transgender Riders
The IUF is committed to providing an open and safe environment for people of all genders. A rider may register with the gender (male or female) with which the rider identifies most.

Body

See the long discussion!

References

Proposal 33: 4B.1 Water for races longer than 10k

Committee: Road

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 24, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

18 out of 18 voting members have voted.

Agree: 16, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 2.

Background

Riders should carry their own hydration on longer races, but this will be only a suggestion in the rulebook.

Adding a section to Event Organizer rules.

Proposal

4B.1

OLD:

Water and food are the responsibility of the rider. Hosts may offer food and water stations at their discretion.

New:

Water and food are the responsibility of the rider. It is recommended riders carry their own water on races longer than 10k. Hosts may offer food and water stations at their discretion.

Add to 4D "Event Organizer Rules"

OLD: nothing

NEW: (section under or with 4D.1 "Venue"?): Hosts are strongly recommended to provide water to riders along the course for races longer than 10k.

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See the discussion.

References

Proposal 43: 7C.5 Scoring - adding dismount score calculation

Committee: Freestyle

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 28, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 12 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

When the dismount score was made a separate judging score, the text in the rulebook was not updated to reflect the new calculation.

Proposal

Old Rule:

7C.5 Scoring

To tabulate the scores in Artistic Freestyle events, each judge’s scores in a category or age group are totaled and restated as a percentage of that judge’s total points for that category or age group, i.e. the judge’s relative preferences for each performer. Then the percentages from all of the judges are totaled together. This is done first in both Performance and Technical. Once a percentage total for each competitor has been calculated for both Performance and Technical, these percentages are combined together to see the final results.

New Rule:

7C.5 Scoring

To tabulate the scores in Artistic Freestyle events, each judge’s scores in a category or age group are totaled and restated as a percentage of that judge’s total points for that category or age group, i.e. the judge’s relative preferences for each performer. Then the percentages from all of the judges are totaled together averaged per rider. This is done first in both Performance, and Technical, and Dismount. Once a percentage total the percentage average value for each competitor has been calculated for both Performance and Technical, these three averaged percentages are combined added together according to their weighting to see the final results.

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These calculations have been used; this is the documentation.

References

Proposal 27: 9C.4 Judging (assigning same rank)

Committee: X-Style

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 14, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

13 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 12, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 0.

Background

Proposing to disallow giving two riders the same rank when an individual judge is ranking competitors.

Proposal

Old: 9C.4 Judging

The judge should rank the riders of the current starting group in order...Assigning the same rank to multiple riders is allowed.

New: 9C.4 Judging

The judge should rank the riders of the current starting group in order... Assigning the same rank to multiple riders is not allowed.

Body

Changing "Assigning the same rank to multiple riders is allowed." to "Assigning the same rank to multiple riders is not allowed."

References

Proposal 36: Anti-doping statement

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 27, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

22 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 21, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 1.

Background

Currently, there is no policy or statement in the rulebook concerning doping. This proposal will add such a statement. The discussions revealed that a simple statement highlighting the IUF's stance in this regard would be most appropriate, without going into specifics that are impossible to enforce anyway.

Proposal

OLD: -

NEW: include this statement in the 1B.1 Personal Responsibility section:

"The International Unicycling Federation does not support performance enhancing drugs in sport and strives for clean competition."

Body

References

Please see the detailed discussions leading up to this proposal.

Proposal 35: Coasting - changing the definition of the measuring point (change 3B.6.2)

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 27, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Coasting rule 3B.6.2 contains various points which are decisive for determining the wheel position - this should be unified.

Proposal

Old Rule:

3B.6.2 Coasting Events

An event to determine which rider coasts the furthest distance. Riders’ coasting distances are measured from a ‘starting line’ with a 5 meter minimum, which will be marked by a ‘qualifying line.’ If the rider does not cross the qualifying line it will count as a failed attempt. The farthest distance from the line wins. The distance is measured to the rearmost part of the rider that touches the ground when dismounting, or to the rear of the tire where the rider stops coasting. Remounting is not allowed. Riders must not touch any part of their tires, wheels or pedals while coasting. Riders get two attempts. If a rider crosses the coasting line (tire contact point) not in coasting position, he or she is disqualified in that attempt. The riding surface should be as smooth and clean as possible, and it may be straight or curved. Ample time must be allowed for all competitors to make some practice runs on the course before the official start. The type of event(s) to be used should be announced well in advance of the competition. Crank arm rules do not apply in any coasting or gliding events.

New Rule:

3B.6.2 Coasting Events

An event to determine which rider coasts the furthest distance. Riders’ coasting distances are measured from a ‘starting line’ with a 5 meter minimum, which will be marked by a ‘qualifying line.’ If the rider does not cross the qualifying line it will count as a failed attempt. The farthest distance from the line wins. The distance is measured to the rearmost part of the rider that touches the ground when dismounting, or to the tire contact point where the rider stops coasting. Remounting is not allowed. Riders must not touch any part of their tires, wheels or pedals while coasting. Riders get two attempts. If a rider crosses the coasting line (front of the tire) not in coasting position, he or she is disqualified in that attempt. The riding surface should be as smooth and clean as possible, and it may be straight or curved. Ample time must be allowed for all competitors to make some practice runs on the course before the official start. The type of event(s) to be used should be announced well in advance of the competition. Crank arm rules do not apply in any coasting or gliding events.

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Coasting rule 3B.6.2 contains various points which are decisive for determining the wheel position. To unify this the two relevant sentences from Rule 3B.6.2:

1. The distance is measured [...] to the rear of the tire where the rider stops coasting.
2. If a rider crosses the coasting line (front of the tire) [...].

were changed into:

1. The distance is measured [...], or to the tire contact point where the rider stops coasting.
2. If a rider crosses the coasting line (tire contact point) [...].

For more information and the the improvement of the proposal please look and comment into discussion#78: "Costing - changing the difinition of the measuring point (change 3B.6.2)".

References

Proposal 50: Remove reference to Flatland in 7D.2.1 Quantity of Unicycling Skills and Transitions

Committee: Freestyle

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 03, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

12 out of 12 voting members have voted.

Agree: 12, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

This is the Freestyle chapter. No need to reference flatland.

Proposal

Old rule

7D.2.1 Quantity of Unicycling Skills and Transitions
...
Originality: In Artistic Freestyle, new skills are less important than in Flatland. However, skills with unique variations that are completely new or with new approaches will get more points. Originality is mainly judged in Performance (section 7D.3).

New rule

7D.2.1 Quantity of Unicycling Skills and Transitions
...
Originality: Skills with unique variations that are completely new or with new approaches will get more points. Originality is mainly judged in Performance (section 7D.3).

Body

No explanation needed.

References

Proposal 21: Changing TieBreaker Rules

Committee: Trials

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 30, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

8 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 8, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Ian brought forward the problem with current system of trials tiebreaking for finals.

The trials committee discussed the following problems with tiebreaking (currently)

- Not an accurate measurement (one line, one try, crazy mental pressure on riders)

- Not easy to set up for organizers (make a line that does not favour a rider in no time)

- Can cause time scramble issues to build

- Often is not enjoyable to watch as a spectator (anticlimactic)

Proposal

Old

12A.1 Definition

The object of unicycle trials is to ride over obstacles. A unicycle trials competition takes place on a “course” containing different obstacles called “sections”. Each section is worth one point, and courses typically contain 15-40 or more sections. Riders earn points by successfully riding (“cleaning”) each section from start to finish. The objective is to earn as many points as possible by cleaning as many sections as possible. At the end of a specified time period, the rider with the highest overall number of points is the winner.

New

12A.1 Definition

The object of unicycle trials is to ride over obstacles. A unicycle trials competition takes place on a “course” containing different obstacles called “sections”. A course typically contains 15-40 or more sections and Riders earn points by successfully riding (“cleaning”) each section from start to finish. The objective is to earn as many points as possible by cleaning as many sections as possible. At the end of a specified time period, the rider with the highest overall number of points is the winner. In the case of a tie in finals the time of last finished line and preliminary results will be used to separate riders.

Old

12D.12 Tie Breaking

A tie occurs when the competition finishes and one or more riders have completed the same number of sections. The Course Setter should collaborate with the tied riders to create a new, “tiebreaker section” at an appropriate level of difficulty. This section should be relatively long and may consist of several existing sections joined together, or an entirely new section. The section should contain obstacles of increasing difficulty towards the exit location. Each tied rider attempts this section and the winner is the person who rides the furthest without dabbing. Only one attempt is allowed. The furthest location of a rider is defined by the part of the cycle that is touching the ground (the crank, pedal, or tire), prior to dabbing. There is no requirement for the rider to be in control. For example, if a rider lands a drop onto their tire, but immediately dabs, their furthest point would be the location where their tire last touched prior to dabbing. If more than one rider cleans the tiebreaker section, another tiebreaker should be conducted with a more difficult section

New

12D.12 Tie Breaking

Age group or preliminary (if used): The tie may be broken using the time the rider turns in their score card. Organizers must announce this ahead of time and clearly record the time from a consistent source to insure fairness across multiple heats. If there is still a tie, it will be broken by the quantity of “hard” lines, then quantity of “medium” lines, and then the quantity of “easy” line. If there is still a tie, then the riders will finish equal.

Finals: In the case of multiple competitors finishing the finals round on equal points, riders will be separated by the time they completed their last line with preliminary results used in the case of equal finishing times.

The time stamp given by the line judge will be used to separate competitors, with the fastest completion time of lines (to the minute) receiving the higher placing. In the event that the time stamp does not separate tied riders, the preliminary round results will be used for placings. If competitors remain tied after finals points, finals time stamp and preliminary round points, no tie breaker will occur and the riders will finish equal.

Old

12B.5.5 Multiple Attempts

New

12B.5.5 Multiple Attempts

Riders may attempt any problem multiple times until they succeed or decide to abandon the section. During preliminary rounds, it is not possible to earn additional points by cleaning a section more than once, and no points are awarded if the rider does not clean the entire section. During finals a rider may re-complete a line with fewer pedal grabs to receive a higher score. Only the rider’s best result at each line will be recorded. Similarly, the time of the best result will be recorded as the finishing time for each line. E.g. If a rider finishes their final line at 25 minutes receiving 1 point but retries the line finishing the same line at 45 minutes with 2.5 points, their 2.5 points and 45 minutes time of completion will be recorded in the results. If the rider re-completes a line without improving their original score, the original time of completion will remain.

Old

12C.1.3 Line Judge

The line judges are responsible for judging whether a rider has successfully cleaned a section

New

12C.1.3 Line Judge

The line judges are responsible for judging whether a rider has successfully cleaned a section.

In the finals round, line judges will be responsible for counting pedal grabs of riders as they clean a section as well as time stamping competitors scorecards at time of line completion. In the case that a competitor re-cleans a line with an improved result the line judge should clearly mark the improved number of pedal grabs and time of completion on the competitor’s scorecard.

Old

12D.7 Assignment of Line Judges

Line Judges are responsible for judging whether a rider has successfully cleaned a section. There are several possible ways for an Event Director to organize Line Judges at an event:

• One Line Judge can be assigned to judge at each section. This is the best option but is normally not possible because there are normally more sections than Line Judges.

• Each Line Judge can be assigned to judge several sections in the nearby vicinity. In this case, it is the responsibility of the rider to ensure that a Line Judge is watching when they attempt a section.

• Riders can be split into groups, and one Line Judge is assigned to each group. This Line Judge would then follow the group around as they go from section to section. 193 12 Urban: Trials – Event Organizer Rules

• At small events, there may not be a need for Line Judges. Riders waiting to attempt a section may serve as Line Judges for the rider who is currently attempting the section. This is termed “self-judging”, and it is up to the riders to ensure that scores are honestly recorded. This is the most common method for smaller competitions.

New

12D.7 Assignment of Line Judges

Line Judges are responsible for judging whether a rider has successfully cleaned a section. For the finals round, line judges are to be provided with a synched stopwatch or clock to provide line completion time stamps to be used in the event of ties. There are several possible ways for an Event Director to organize Line Judges at an event:

• One Line Judge can be assigned to judge at each section. This is the best option but is normally not possible because there are normally more sections than Line Judges.

Old

12B.5.3 Scoring Points

The preliminary course is divided in different sections of easy, medium and hard lines. Easy lines are worth one point, medium lines are worth three points and hard lines are worth seven points. The objective is to score as many points as possible by successfully riding (“cleaning”) sections within the specified time period.

Preliminary Round

Difficulty Points

Easy 1 point

Medium 3 points

Hard 7 points

Final Round

Base Points for Line Completion 3 points

Number of Pedal Grabs Used for Line Completion Total Points Received for Line

1 2.5 points

2 2 points

3 1.5 points

=>4 1 points

A pedal/crank grab is defined as the rider placing their weight on an obstacle through the bottom of the pedal/crank which is in contact with the obstacle (see 12B.5.4 Definition Of “Cleaning”).

A pedal/crank grab is considered complete after a clear takeoff by pushing through the pedal/crank and not though the tyre.

New

12B.5.3 Scoring Points

Preliminary Round

Difficulty Points

Easy 1 point

Medium 3 points

Hard 7 points

Final Round

Base Points for Line Completion 3 points

Number of Pedal Grabs Used for Line Completion Total Points Received for Line

1 2.5 points

2 2 points

3 1.5 points

=>4 1 points

A pedal/crank grab is defined as the rider placing their weight on an obstacle through the bottom of the pedal/crank which is in contact with the obstacle (see 12B.5.4 Definition Of “Cleaning”).

A pedal/crank grab is considered complete after a clear takeoff by pushing through the pedal/crank and not though the tyre.

A time stamp (to the minute) of each line completion will be recorded by each line judge during finals to be used in the event of a tie.

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Reasoning behind rule change is that trials tie breaking becomes:

- Not too difficult to organize,

- straightforward, simple and fair

- fun for the audience, adds to commentary material and builds excitement

- it will make the current tiebreaking a thing of the past in finals.

References

Further discussion needs to be completed to decide age group ties Connie Cotter has started this.

https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/101

Proposal 23: One Foot - adding the distance of the One Foot Race (addition to 2B.6.4)

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 12, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

This proposal is based on discussion #77, "Distance of the One Foot Race (add to 2B.6.4)".

Since there is no description of the distance of a One Foot Race in the current version of the rulebook this should be supplemented.

Proposal

Old Rule:

2B.6.4 One Foot Race

Riders may pedal with both feet for the first 5 meters, but must be pedaling with only one foot after crossing the 5m line. The 5m line is judged by looking at the tire contact point. This means that the foot must have left the pedal when the unicycle tire is touching the 5m line on the track. The non-pedaling foot may or may not be braced against the unicycle fork.

New Rule:

2B.6.4 One Foot Race

The distance of the One Foot Race is 50m. Riders may pedal with both feet for the first 5 meters, but must be pedaling with only one foot after crossing the 5m line. The 5m line is judged by looking at the tire contact point. This means that the foot must have left the pedal when the unicycle tire is touching the 5m line on the track. The non-pedaling foot may or may not be braced against the unicycle fork.

Body

The supplements are italicised in the new rule text. For more information and the the improvement of the proposal please look and comment into discussion#77: "Distance of the One Foot Race (add to 2B.6.4)".

References

Proposal 48: Lane Assignments (updating 2D.8)

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 02, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 1.

Background

The rule 2D.8 about lante assignments is outdated and the described system is not used at the competitions. In fact, the lane assignment is done in advance and is mostly based on the times of the riders.

Proposal

Old Rule:

2D.8 Lane Assignments

At some conventions, lanes are preassigned at time of registration. At other conventions, riders decide among themselves. If riders disagree, the Clerk makes lane assignments. In races where more than one heat is necessary per age group, every effort must be made to see that the fastest riders compete in the same heat. If the track has undesirable lanes due to potholes or other problems, this should be considered when lanes are assigned. A very bad or dangerous lane might not be used at all. The Referee can override the Clerk’s choice of lane assignments. The general rule is that riders decide for themselves.

New Rule:

2D.8 Heat and Lane Assignments

The following heat and lane assignments must be used for Unicon and international competitions. Also for other competitions it is recomended to do the assignments accordingly. The rule is applied for each age group independently.

1. The riders with the fastest seed times will be placed in the last heat, the next riders in the second last heat, etc. until all riders are distributed over the heats.
2. In age group races the distribution is done according to the seed times. Riders for whom no seed times are given will be placed without time behind the rider with the slowest seed time. The order in which riders with the same time are seeded will be decided by lot.
3. In final races the distribution is done according to the times achieved in the age group races. The order in which riders with the same time will be seeded shall be decided by lot.
4. The lane assignment in lane-bound races is carried out according to 2D.8.1
5. In each heat at least three riders should be seated if possible; however, this number can be undercut due to cancellations.

2D.8.1 Lane assignments in lane-bound races

1. In races up to and including 100m the lanes are to be distributed as follows in each heat:
- If the number of lanes is odd, the rider with the fastest seed time in the race will be placed on the middle lane. The rider with the next fastest seed time will be placed on the lane to the right of the middle lane (number of the middle lane +1) and all other riders will be placed alternately to the left and right of the middle lane according to their seed times.
- If the number of lanes is even, the rider with the fastest seed time will be placed on the lane with half the number of lanes. The rider with the next fastest seed time will be placed to the right of this lane (half lane number +1) and all other riders will be placed alternately to the left and right according to their seed times.
2. In races from 200m the lanes are to be distributed as follows in each heat:
- The rider with the fastest seed time in the race will be placed on lane 1, the rider with the next fastest seed time will be placed on lane 2 and all other riders will be placed one lane higher according to their seed times.
3. If a lane cannot be used, due to poor quality or other reasons, skip it and proceed as described above.

Example for the seeding of a 8-lane track from faster to slower seed time: 100m and shorter: 4,5,3,6,2,7,1,8 200m and longer: 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8

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For more information and the the improvement of the proposal please look and comment into discussion#112: "Lane Assignments (updating 2D.8)".

References

Proposal 24: Values for height and distance in Jumps

Committee: Jumps

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 12, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

8 out of 13 voting members have voted.

Agree: 8, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Heights and distances in any jump competition must be set as accurately as possible, and always in whole centimeters.

Proposal

OLD RULE: DOES NOT EXIST.

NEW RULE:

13B.7 Height and distance settings

In any High Jump competition, the starting height must be set at a whole number of centimeters. In any Long Jump competition, the starting distance must be set at a whole fivefold of centimeters, i.e. ending in 5 or 0. Any increment in set height/distance must be a whole number of centimeters. In any case, heights or distances must be set as accurately as reasonably possible.

(Subsequent sections are renumbered to account for insertion of this rule.)

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This restriction in allowed settings (no fractional centimeters) is derived from requirements originating from the IUF World Record Committee, where Jump World Records must be rounded down to the nearest cm, unless they are at an exact whole number of centimeters. Also, it has been argued that fractional centimeters hardly make sense anyway, because of several uncertainties in defining and measuring heights and distances. For details refer to the related discussion #64.

References

Proposal 44: Add Criterium rules

Committee: Road

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 31, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

16 out of 18 voting members have voted.

Agree: 15, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 1.

Background

This race has been done year at NAUCC (North American Unicycling Championship and Convention) since 2009. The proposed rules follow the format that has been used and has been expanded to include two variations of how it is run.

Proposal

OLD: nothing

NEW:

4B.5.1 Criterium

A Criterium race is a short road race with distances of 5k to 10k. Courses should have left and right turns and multiple laps.

4D.1.1 Criterium
Criterium can be held around city block(s) or within a large parking lot. The recommended lap length is 500 to 1000 meters. It is recommend that the course has left and right turns, with consideration given to the safety and number of riders in the race. The race can be run as a fixed-lap race (all riders will complete the same number of laps), or based upon time. A fixed-lap race is strongly recommended for larger events. Different categories (e.g., Unlimited and Standard 24 Class) can have different race lengths. The starts are a mass start (4D.9.3). If a rider falls due to other riders falling ahead or nearby, this is generally considered part of the race. Intentional interference with other riders is not permitted and may result in disqualification by the Referee.

4D.1.1.1 Fixed-lap Length
If the race is run as a fixed-lap event, the number of laps should be announced clearly to riders before the start of the race. There should be three to ten laps. Each rider is responsible for counting their laps; organizers are not responsible for disqualified riders who do not complete the required number of laps.

4D.1.1.2 Time-based Length
The Criterium can also be run as a time-based event. Using the time from the top rider’s first two laps, the referee will determine how many laps could be completed in the desired time limit. From this point on, the number of remaining laps (for the leaders) will be displayed and this will be used to determine when finish of the race occurs. A bell will be rung with one lap to go. Lapped riders in the race will all finish on the same lap as the leader and will be placed according to the number of laps they are down and then their position at the finish.

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All riders will be doing the same number of laps (within a wheel size classification). This way heats can be separated by speed and finals not needed.

References

Proposal 28: qualification and final rounds slow races

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 25, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 8, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 0.

Background

The current rulebook (3B.6.4.3/3B6.5) says every rider doing more than 45s in forward and more than 40s in backward is automatically qualified for finals. The level of the slow riders is way higher than some years ago and the result would be finals taking hours.

For track races it is defined in Chapter 2B.7 that "for each final, the number of finalists will be eight, unless for an event that uses lanes, the number of usable lanes is less than eight". As slow races are part of track events (even if it is mentioned in "track other") only the 8 best ones should be qualified.

Previous achieve results should not be valid anymore because we don't want an expert round but a final round with the current best riders. Every rider must go through qualification round and the best ones are qualified for the finals.

Proposal

Old Rule

3B.6.4 Slow Forward

In Slow Forward, the rider rides in a continuous forward motion as slowly as possible without stopping, going backward, hopping or twisting more than 45 degrees to either side on a 10 m x 15 cm board. (If Age Groups are ranked, optionally a 10 m x 30 cm board for Age Group 0-10 may be used.) There are no crank arm length or wheel size restrictions for this event. Riders must wear shoes. No other safety gear is required.

B.6.4.1 Timing

The position of the unicycle during a Slow Race is measured from the bottom of the unicycle wheel. In a Slow Race, the rider starts behind the starting line. On command by the starter, the rider has 10 seconds to start forward motion and let go off the starting post. The timer starts recording time when the bottom of the wheel crosses the starting line. The time stops when the bottom of the wheel crosses the finish line, or touches the ground after the end of the board that marks the finish line.

3B.6.4.2 Optional Penalty Rules

Optionally, a host can decide to use a system wherein the judges may give penalties to riders who seem to make “micro-errors” or if the judges are in doubt whether an error was made. Examples of micro-errors are twisting about 46 or 48 degrees, or vibrations of the wheel. Each penalty deducts one second from the ridden time. Riders are still disqualified for clear errors, such as riding off the board, dismounting or twisting 90 degrees. Using these penalty rules is especially discouraged for possible errors for which a reliable objective detection system is being used.

3B.6.4.3 Qualification and Final rounds, Age Group ranking

At any competition, the host may decide not to offer Age Group ranking and awards. Qualification and Final rounds are always required, and results from both count for Age Group ranking (if Age Groups are ranked), but previous results from other competitions are not valid to be included in Age Group results.

Qualification round:

•For Unicon, riders must complete a time equal or greater than 45 seconds to move on to the finals. For other competitions than Unicon, the host may adjust the qualification time to a lower time as needed.

•Riders get two attempts to complete this result.

•Previous results are valid: If a rider has already completed a result of 45 seconds or greater at another competition, they can start automatically in the finals and they don’t have to take part in the qualification round, provided that the result can be found in an official result list.

•The boards can be marked with tape on the floor.

•If judged by eye (as opposed to by an objective technical means), results from the qualification round will not be valid for records (world, continental, national and regional records).

Final round:

•All riders who are qualified for the final round start here.

•In order to have a fair competition, there will be a single team of judges, or (insofar available) an accurate and reliable technical means to check adherence to the rules.

•Riders get two attempts.

•Results from the finals will be valid for records (world, continental, national and regional records), regardless of whether they are judged by eye or by a technical means.

•The champion is the rider who performs the best result in the final round.

Results of both the Preliminary and the Final Rounds will be published.

3B.6.5 Slow Backward

This is the same as the Slow Forward race, with the following differences in italic:

•Riders ride backward.

•It is an error to ride forward.

•Riders ride on a 10 m x 30cm board. (If Age Groups are ranked, optionally a 10m x 60cm board for Age Group 0-10 may be used.)

•For Unicon, riders move on to the finals if they have completed a time equal or greater than 40seconds.

New Rule

3B.6.4 Slow Balance Forward

In Slow Balance Forward, the rider rides a distance of 10 meters in a continuous forward motion as slowly as possible without stopping, going backward, hopping or twisting more than 45 degrees to either side. Any age group with riders of 11 years or older must use a board of 15 cm wide. Any age group with no riders of 11 years or older must use a board of 30 cm wide at Unicon; in other conventions the host may choose to use either a 15 cm wide board or a 30 cm wide board for this age group. Tires may overlap the edges of the board, but if the tire contacts the ground next to the board, that would be the end of that attempt. There are no crank arm length or wheel size restrictions for this event. Riders must wear shoes. No other safety gear is required.

3B.6.4.1 Timing

The position of the unicycle during Slow Balance is defined by the tire contact point. In Slow Balance, the rider starts behind the starting line. On command by the starter, the rider has 10 seconds to start forward motion and let go off the starting post. The timer starts recording time when the tire contact point crosses the starting line. At this moment, the rider may not be in contact with the starting post anymore. Timers must watch the hands and the feet/wheel at the same time at that moment. The time stops when the tire contact point crosses the finish line.

3B.6.4.2 Optional Penalty Rules

At any bigger conventions where there is a large pool of judges (such as Unicon) it is recommended that the host uses a system wherein the judges may give penalties to riders who seem to make “micro-errors” or if the judges are in doubt whether an error was made. Examples of micro-errors are twisting about 46 or 48 degrees, or vibrations of the wheel. Each penalty subtracts one second from the ridden time. Riders are still disqualified for clear errors, such as riding off the board, dismounting or twisting 90 degrees. Using these penalty rules is especially discouraged for possible errors for which a reliable objective detection system is being used.

3B.6.4.3 Age Groups and Final rounds

Age Groups and Final rounds are always required.

Age Groups:

•All riders must participate in the Age Groups. Riders get two attempts.

•The best 8 female and the best 8 male riders qualify for the finals.

•For Unicon a minimum of 20 seconds is required to achieve a valid result. For any age group with no riders of 11 years or older the minimum time is 15 seconds. Riders who don’t reach this threshold are automatically DQ. If your net time after penalties brings you below the minimum time, you are also DQ. For other competitions than Unicon, the host may adjust the threshold to a lower time or have no threshold at all.

Final round:

• The Judging team for the Finals must consist of a single group of people that watch every rider, or (insofar available) an accurate and reliable technical means to check adherence to the rules.

•Riders get two attempts.

•The champion is the rider who performs the best result in the final round.

3B.6.5 Slow Balance Backward

This is the same as the Slow Balance Forward, with the following differences in italic:

•Riders ride backward.

•It is an error to ride forward.

•For Unicon a minimum of 15 seconds is required to achieve a valid result. For any age group with no riders of 11 years or older the minimum time is 10 seconds.

•Any age group with riders of 11 years or older must use a board of 30 cm wide. Any age group with no riders of 11 years or older must use a board of 60 cm wide at Unicon; in other conventions the host may choose to use either a 30 cm wide board or a 60 cm wide board for this age group.

Body

see discussion 67

References

see discussion #67

Proposal 34: 9C.4 Judging (adjusting definition to further clarify difficulty)

Committee: X-Style

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 28, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 0.

Background

Clarifying that difficulty should be considered as a whole within each run.

Proposal

Original (9C.4):

The judge should rank the riders of the current starting group in order. They should do this by comparing the difficulty of the shown skills. The same skill when completed with higher quality (for example elegant, smooth, or clean) is considered more difficult.

New (9C.4):

The judge should rank the riders of the current starting group in order. They should do this by comparing the difficulty of the shown skills in each run. When comparing the difficulty of runs, judges should take into consideration the difficulty of each competitor's run as a whole. The same skill when completed with higher quality (for example elegant, smooth, or clean) is considered more difficult.

Body

Adding " When comparing the difficulty of runs, judges should take into consideration the difficulty of each competitor's run as a whole." to the details of 9C.4.

References

Proposal 45: Update 5B.3 and 6B.3 Rider Identification

Committee: Muni

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 31, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

11 out of 13 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 1.

Background

This same proposal has been discussed in the Road subcommittee and is now in the voting stage.

Proposal

Current Rule

5B.3 Rider Identification

New Rule
5B.3 Rider Identification
Riders must wear their race number(s) fixed at the four corners, clearly visible on their chest and, when required, on their back so that it is visible during the race and as the rider crosses the finish line. Riders must use the officially provided race number unmodified in any manner. Numbers should not be folded, trimmed, or otherwise defaced. Referee approval must be sought to modify a number plate if it cannot otherwise be attached securely due to hydration pack, rider physique or posture when riding. Lost or damaged race numbers must be replaced with approval by referee. Riders who lose or damage their race numbers during a race will not be penalized. Additionally, riders may be required to wear a chip for electronic timing.

Current Rule

6B.3 Rider Identification

New Rule
6B.3 Rider Identification
Riders must wear their race number(s) fixed at the four corners, clearly visible on their chest and, when required, on their back so that it is visible during the race and as the rider crosses the finish line. Riders must use the officially provided race number unmodified in any manner. Numbers should not be folded, trimmed, or otherwise defaced. Referee approval must be sought to modify a number plate if it cannot otherwise be attached securely due to hydration pack, rider physique or posture when riding. Lost or damaged race numbers must be replaced with approval by referee. Riders who lose or damage their race numbers during a race will not be penalized. Additionally, riders may be required to wear a chip for electronic timing.

Body

Often the manual data recording volunteers need more than one number to correctly identify a rider. This makes it easier for the volunteers and creates better data accuracy.

References

https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/94

Proposal 5: Overview chapter (definition)

Committee: Street

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 08, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

8 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 8, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Starting to clean up chapter.

Rider Summary is kept in section A for Chapter 11 for consistency with the whole Rulebook. This proposal is now only about the definition.

Proposal

OLD:

11A Overview
11A.1 Definition

Street is a skills competition where riders perform tricks on urban obstacles (stair sets, platforms, ramps, rails, etc.). Riders are judged on the skill and creativity of moves and combinations they do. The competition consists of preliminary rounds, followed by a final.

NEW:

11A Overview
11A.1 Definition
Street is a competition held on a dense street course. The competition is divded in two parts; runs and best trick. Runs are a set amount of time to complete tricks on the course. Best Tricks are individual attempts at landing impressive tricks.

The competition area will include a large stair set with handrails on both sides and smaller obstacles such as rails, ledges, boxes.

Body

If you have sentences to fix, comment below.

References

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Proposal 19: Changing Trials and Speed Trials Age groups

Committee: Trials

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 09, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 7, Disagree: 2, Abstain: 0.

Background

In trials it is required to have 0-14, 15-29 and 30+ as a minimum right now. Other age groups are optional and it is up to the director to decide how many and what ages are split. Organizers must request medals often before they know the full amount of registrants.

Cons of current system:

- Too long a time for podium for female and male age group medals

- Increased organization head ache

- Tie breakers for age groups are logistically difficult and are frequent with only prelim results

- Doesn't really make logical sense in terms of athletic development/ability

- Standardization is proposed solution to above problems

Proposal

OLD

12D.4 Age Groups

Competitors are divided up into different categories for the purpose of awarding prizes. Rider age groups should include 0-14, 15-29 and 30-UP as the minimum. Depending on the host, additional breakdown of ages could be used (for example:0-12, 13-14, 15- 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-UP). The age groups should also be split male and female with a minimum of 6 (3) riders in a group following section 1C.7.

NEW

12D.4 Age Groups

Competitors are divided up into different categories for the purpose of awarding prizes. Rider age groups are composed of the following categories: Kids, for riders aged 0-9; Junior, for riders aged 10-15; Adult, for riders aged 16-34; and Senior, for riders who are equal to or older than 35. The minimum number of competitors in a category must be 3, otherwise it will be blended with another category at the discretion of the director. Please refer to 1C.7 for more information on merging age groups.

Body

The best riders of all age group advance to the finals and compete for the Expert title.

Proposed age groups better follows developmental age advantages than current system.

References

Proposal 46: Update 7E.5.3 Minimum Age Groups for Small Group

Committee: Freestyle

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 03, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

12 out of 12 voting members have voted.

Agree: 12, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

0-14 and 15+ excludes younger riders from the expert event. This proposal fixes this.

Proposal

Old Rule:

7E.5.3 Minimum Age Groups: Group

Small Group: 0-14, 15+ Large Group: none.

New Rule:

7E.5.3 Minimum Age Groups: Group

Small Group: Jr. Expert, Expert. Large Group: none.

Body

7B.8.1.1 Time Limits For Age Groups matches this, and uses Jr. Expert and Expert.

References

Proposal 42: Make names of Jump disciplines more logical

Committee: Jumps

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 31, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

11 out of 13 voting members have voted.

Agree: 11, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

The names of the four Jump disciplines in the rulebook are inconsistent, and not very clear.

Proposal

This proposal is to rename some jumping disciplines throughout the Rulebook, i.e.
Rename "High Jump" to "High Jump over Bar"
Rename "Platform High Jump" to "High Jump onto Platform"
Rename "Jong Jump" to "Long Jump on Track"
(Keep the name "Long Jump on Platform")

I don't fully quote the old rule text and suggest new rule text, but I list all occurrences of the names-to-be-changed below:
For High Jump: 1C.2 (1x), Contents page of Jumps chapter (2x), 13A.1 (1x), 13A.2 (1x), 13B.1 (1x), 13B.7 (2x), 13D.4 (2x).
For Platform High Jump: Contents page of Jumps chapter (2x), 13A.1 (1x), 13A.2 (1x), 13B.1 (1x), 13B.8 (1x), 13D.5 (1x).
For Long Jump: 1C.2 (1x), Contents page of Jumps chapter (2x), 13A.1 (1x), 13A.2 (1x), 13B.1 (2x), 13B.9 (1x), 13C.2 (1x), 13D.6 (2x).

Note that due to the similar names, you can't do a simple find/replace operation. (There is a trick to that, though - ask me if you want to know.)

Body

The new names are more descriptive than the old ones, and shouldn't cause confusion anymore.

References

Proposal 40: Proximity of start and finish, and elevation difference, in road races

Committee: Road

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 29, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

14 out of 18 voting members have voted.

Agree: 12, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 2.

Background

This proposal is to encourage that road races, if they are a "fixed" (traditional) distance, comply with the requirements for official IUF World Records.

Proposal

OLD RULE:

4D.1 Venue

These are races held usually on roadways or bike paths.

NEW RULE:

4D.1 Venue

These are races held usually on roadways or bike paths.

For any road race over a fixed (traditional) distance, it is encouraged that the course complies with the requirements for IUF World Records. In short:
(1) The start and finish points of the course, measured along a theoretical straight line between them, shall not be further apart than 50% of the race distance.
(2) The overall decrease in elevation between the start and finish shall not exceed 1:1000, i.e. 1m per km (0.1%).

Please refer to the IUF World Records Guidelines for details.

Body

The World Record requirements that this refers to, are being discussed at the moment, but not effective yet. For a while (hopefully not too long) there may be a discrepancy between the Rulebook and the World Record Guidelines.

This proposal is only about (some) requirements for the course. For World Records to be recognised, there are also requirements for timing accuracy, distance accuracy, witnesses, and more.

References

Proposal 30: Minimum Size Of Performing Area

Committee: X-Style

Vote Summary:

Passed on May 17, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

12 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 11, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 0.

Background

X-Style doesn't have a minimum area in the rulebook. Optimally we want the same size as a freestyle competition, so we require that for large events. Smaller events have a smaller requirement in order to ease organizing. But when it is smaller, competitors should be notified in advance.

Proposal

Old

9D.1 Venue

X-Style should be held in a gym suitable for Freestyle riding.

New

9D.1 Venue

X-Style should be held in a gym suitable for Freestyle riding.

9D.1.1 Size Of Performing Area

The minimum size of the performing area for an X-Style event at an international championship or Unicon is 28 x 15 meters.

The minimum size for all other X-Style events must be at least 12 x 9 meters. If the performing area is smaller than 28 x 15 meters, hosts must publicize the dimensions of the available performing area as far in advance of the competition as possible, but at least one month prior.

Body

See discussion.

References

Proposal 85: Definitions of Unicycle in 1D.1

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 12, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

21 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 21, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

The definition of Standard Unicycle is confusing, because it is often thought of as a unicycle allowed in Standard Class races.

Proposal

OLD RULE

Unicycle, Standard: A Standard Unicycle has only one wheel. It is driven by crank arms directly attached to the wheel’s axle/hub, with no gearing or additional drive system. Pedals and cranks rotate to power the wheel. Is balanced and controlled by the rider only, with no additional support devices. Brakes and extended handles/handlebars are permitted. For some events, such as track racing, standard unicycles have restrictions on wheel size and/or crank arm length. Other events may specify other restrictions. When not noted otherwise, there are no size limitations.

Unicycle, Unlimited: A Unlimited Unicycle is powered, balanced and controlled by the rider only. Gearing, shiftable or not, and/or freewheel are allowed. (This may also be referred to as ‘Transmission.’) Multiple wheels are permitted, but it must not be possible to ride the unicycle when more than one wheel touches the ground.

Unicycle, Wheel Size Classes: The IUF defines standardized wheel sizes classes for unicycling competitions. Each class can have a limit on the maximum allowable outer wheel diameter (maximum diameter), the minimum allowable crank arm length (min crank length), and allowable transmission system, as defined above in the Standard and Unlimited Unicycle definitions.

Unicycle Class Max Diameter Min Crank Length Transmission
16 Class 418mm 89mm standard
20 Class 518mm 100mm standard
24 Class 618mm 125mm standard
24+ Class 640mm No limit standard
29 Class 778mm No limit standard
Unlimited Class No limit No limit unlimited

For any tire in question, its outside diameter must be accurately measured.

Crank arm length is measured from the center of the wheel axle to the center of the pedal axle. Longer sizes may be used.

The maximum diameter for the 24+ Class and 29 Class are defined such that virtually any commercially available tire, 24 inch or 29 inch respectively, should fit under these limits. However, this is not guarenteed and the referee should still be aware of the limits.

NEW RULE

Unicycle: A Unicycle is a vehicle that has a single rolling contact with the riding surface. It may have multiple wheels, but it must not be possible to ride the unicycle when more than one wheel touches the ground. It is driven by pedals and cranks which rotate to power the wheel. It is powered, balanced and controlled by the rider only, with no additional support devices. Unless noted otherwise, a unicycle may be fitted with handlebars and/or brake(s).

Regular Unicycle: A regular unicycle is a unicycle with only one wheel. The cranks are fixed directly and permanently to the wheel's axle. (This excludes unicycles with gearing even if in 1:1 ratio, a chain drive and/or a freewheel.) Unless noted otherwise, there are no wheel size and/or crank arm length limitations.

[Note for the editor, not intended as literal rulebook text: all instances of "standard" throughout the Rulebook that refer to "unicycle" should be changed to "regular".]

Body

The definitions of Unicycle, Standard and Unicycle, Unlimited are replaced by definitions of Unicycle in the wider sense of the word, and Regular Unicycle which more or less corresponds to the former Unicycle Standard.

Unicycle Wheel Size classes, as well as defining Unicycle Unlimited, has been deleted here. It also occurred in Chapter 2, 3 and 4, and it remains there, albeit with some changes that are subject of other proposals.

References

Parent discussion: https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/160

Some other relevant comments in: https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/149

Proposal 87: 1A.6 Ownership of Data

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

20 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 18, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 1.

Background

The discussion started with an attempt to clarify a phrase in 1A.6, but turned into a debate about GDPR, keeping of boxes of paper, terms for requesting data, ownership of data etc.

This proposal mainly addresses the original issue.

I don't have much knowledge, let alone opinions, about the other subjects discussed.
Still, for what it's worth, I implemented some elements of the broader discussion into this proposal.

Proposal

OLD RULE

1A.6 Ownership of Data

Each Unicon or other large unicycling convention is a piece of history. At the conclusion of a Unicon or other international event, or within one month thereafter, the convention host must supply the IUF with a list of competition and other results. This list will include all data collected to determine placement and winners at all levels and in all events held at the convention. This data is considered public, and is not the sole property of the host. Copies of attendee registration details, judging sheets, protest forms, and related paperwork are not necessarily public, but are the shared property of the host and the International Unicycling Federation, and must be made available upon request.

If the host wishes to discard any of this paperwork or data, it must be turned over to the IUF, not thrown away. If requested, the host and convention officials must also provide further information, not necessarily in writing, about decisions made, methods used, and other details covered in the process of planning and running the convention. This information can be invaluable to future hosts, and must not be hidden or lost.

NEW RULE

1A.6 Ownership of Data

Attendee registration details, judging sheets, protest forms, and related paperwork are not necessarily public. They are the shared property of the host and the International Unicycling Federation. On request by the IUF Board within a year after closing of the Unicon, the host must make these available to the IUF. Digital data can obviously be copied. Data on paper can either be copied, or the originals can be handed to the IUF.

If requested, the host and convention officials must also provide further information, not necessarily in writing, about decisions made, methods used, and other details covered in the process of planning and running the convention. This information can be invaluable to future hosts, and must not be hidden or lost.

Body

I have clarified the originally discussed unclear phrase "and must be made available upon request".

Among the more notable changes in the remainder of the text, is the deletion of

"If the host wishes to discard any of this paperwork or data, it must be turned over to the IUF, not thrown away".

I think this could be deleted, since IUF has already the opportunity to receive all of the paperwork and data if they request it from the host.

References

Parent discussion: https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/147

Proposal 77: Merge Chapters 2 and 3, remove some "fun" disciplines, add 200m race

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

20 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 17, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 3.

Background

This proposal stems from two discussions. Most of it is from Discussion 143, some is from Discussion 140.

This is not a full-text proposal. Rather it is an outline of what needs to be changed. Part of this proposal is that that whoever processes all passed proposals to be actual Rulebook text, works out the actual text for the new combined chapter. Some members of the Track subcommittee have agreed to review the resulting text.

Proposal

OLD RULE: All of the current Chapters 2 (Track: Racing) and 3 (Track: Other)

NEW RULE:

[Note that this is not a full-text proposal. Rather it is an outline of what needs to be changed. Part of this proposal is that that whoever processes all passed proposals to be actual Rulebook text, works out the actual text for the new combined chapter. Some members of the Track subcommittee have agreed to review the resulting text.]

[Note also that in 2D.7, the sentence "Track events must have both a preliminary and final round." does not pertain to all events in the merged chapter.]

One combined chapter for all Track Racing, with the following changes:

3B.6.2.1 Road Coasting remove
3B.6.2.2 Track Coasting merge and simplify with 3B.6.2
3B.6.2.3 Downhill Coasting remove
3B.6.2.4 Indoor Coasting remove
3B.6.3.1 Slope Glide Or Track Glide separate two gliding events into two separate rules, update to be just track glide
3B.6.3.2 Downhill Glide separate
3B.6.4 Slow Forward (rename)
3B.6.5 Slow Backward (rename)
3B.6.8 700c Racing simplify and consolidate with Unlimited as "Other wheel sizes"
3B.6.9 Unlimited Track Racing see above
(not in Rulebook now) 200m race add

The structure of the merged chapter will be:

X.1 Races
X.1.1 Racing Disciplines
X.1.1.1 100m
    X.1.1.2 200m
    X.1.1.3 400m
    X.1.1.4 800m
    ...
X.1.2 Start
X.1.3 Rules for lane-bound races
X.1.4 Rules for non-lane-bound races
...

X.2 Technical Disciplines
X.2.1 Technical Disciplines
    X.2.1.1 IUF Slalom
    X.2.1.1 Track Coasting
    X.2.1.1 Track Gliding
    ...

... whereby X is chosen such that the general structure (with the distinction between A, B, C and D sections, as well as required subsections on Safety etc) is kept intact.

Body

See background.

References

Parent discussion: https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/143

Proposal 79: Unicycle classes in Road race disciplines

Committee: Road

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 09, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

15 out of 18 voting members have voted.

Agree: 15, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

The sentence that Standard unicycles must be used, is deleted.

Checking of wheel size and crank length is added, as it will probably be deleted from 1D.1, Definitions.
A remark about tire pressure is added, as well as a reference to the rule about using multiple unicycles for a single race.

Proposal

OLD RULE

4B.2 Unicycles

Only standard unicycles may be used. Riders may use different unicycles for different racing events, as long as all comply with the rules for events in which they are entered.

24 Class and smaller wheels are not allowed for races longer than 20km without express permission of the racing director.

The following chart defines the unicycle size limitations.

Unicycle Class Max Diameter Min Crank Length Transmission
16 Class 418mm 89mm standard
20 Class 518mm 100mm standard
24 Class 618mm 125mm standard
29 Class 778mm No limit standard
Unlimited Class No limit No limit unlimited

NEW RULE

4B.2 Unicycles

Riders may use different unicycles for different racing events, as long as all comply with the rules for events in which they are entered. See 4B.5.7 for the rules around using multiple unicycles in a single race.

For Unicon, if a 10 km race is organised, it must have two categories: 24 Class (including 20 Class for riders under 11 years old) and Unlimited Class. For other conventions than Unicon, this is recommended.

For Unicon, if a 42.195 km race and/or a 100 km race is organised, it must have two categories: 29 Class and Unlimited Class. For other conventions than Unicon, this is recommended.

Using 24 Class and smaller wheels is not allowed in races longer than 20km without express permission of the racing director.
The following chart defines the unicycle size limitations.

Any unicycles in question must be checked for compliance within their wheel class (wheel diameter, crank length and gearing), with the tire pressure that will be used in the race. Preferably, this check is carried out immediately before the race.

Unless otherwise specified, it is allowed to ride in any particular Class with a unicycle that fully conforms to a smaller Class. E.g. a 20 Class unicycle is allowed in a 24 Class race.

[note that "standard" may have to be changed to "regular", pending a change in 1D.1 Definitions, see Discussion 160.]

Body

See Background.

References

Parent discussion: https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/159

Discussion about checking wheel size also in https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/149

Proposal 63: Timing, Photo Finish and False Start Monitoring for Track Races

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 8, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 1.

Background

The world record committee would like to specify which requirements a timing system must fulfil so that the times measured with it can be recognised as World Records - but making such requirements is not useful without including them in the rulebook. Therefore these proposal is for including the requirements into the rulebook.

Proposal

Old Rule

No rule

New Rule

2D.10 Timing, Photo Finish and False Start Monitoring

A Fully Automatic Timing and Photo Finish System must be used for the track races at Unicon and is strongly recommended for track races at all other competitions. The system must have been tested, and have a certificate of accuracy issued within 4 years of the competition, including the following:
1. The System must record the finish through a camera positioned in the extension of the finish line, producing a composite photo finish image of at least 100 images per second, ideally 1000 images per second. The image must be synchronised with a uniformly marked time-scale graduated in 0.01 seconds.
2. The System shall be started automatically by the Starter’s signal, so that the overall delay between the start signal and the start of the timing system is constant and equal to or less than 0.001 second.

For the track races at Unicon a false start monitoring system, which is able to reliably detect a crossing of the start line before the start signal, must be used and is strongly recommended for track races at all other competitions.

Body

For more information and the the improvement of the proposal please look and comment into discussion#114: "Timing, Photo Finish and False Start Monitoring for Track Races".

References

Proposal 78: Restrict the allowed amount of coasting in gliding disciplines to the bare minimum

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

In the current rule, an unlimited amount of coasting is allowed in gliding. Since one generally achieves greater distance or speed with coasting than with gliding, this invalidates the distiction between the two. This proposal basically forbids coasting during gliding (but still allowing for very brief and unintentional moments of coasting), so that gliding and coasting are really distinct ways of riding.

Proposal

OLD RULE:

3B.6.3 Gliding Events
Gliding is like coasting, but with one or both feet dragging on top of the tire to provide balance from the braking action. These events are similar to the coasting events above, with riders gliding for time or distance from a given point. The rules are the same as for the coasting events (above) with the addition that the riding surface must be dry. Coasting is allowed.

NEW RULE:

3B.6.3 Gliding Events
In Gliding, the balance has to be kept all the time by the braking action between one or both feet and the top of the tire. If, for example, the foot loses contact with the tire due to small bumps, the contact must be restored immediately.

Gliding events are similar to the coasting events above, with riders gliding for time or distance from a given point. The rules are the same as for the coasting events above, with the addition that the riding surface must be dry.

Body

See Background

References

https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/137

Proposal 72: Update text around adherance to World Record standards

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

21 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 18, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 2.

Background

The proposal makes some text changes to make the text clearer and more logical.

The title has been shortened. The old title created the impression that World Records and IUF Records are two separate categories, but actually the IUF recognises only one type of World Records. They are called IUF World Records, in the IUF World Record Guidelines.

A new element is the recommended term of two months to announce that results of a particular event are not valid for World Records (only, of course, if this is actually the case).

Proposal

OLD RULE:

1A.5 World Records, IUF Records

The host should ensure that the competition conditions are conducted and recorded according to the IUF Rulebook and the IUF World Record standards. If world record standards cannot be used, then the competition results cannot be used for new world records.

NEW RULE:

1A.5 IUF World Records

Especially for Unicon or other large conventions, the host is strongly encouraged to ensure that the competitions are conducted and recorded according to the current IUF World Record Guidelines. Competitors will in principle expect that the quality of the results is suitable for world records.

If this is not realistically possible, then the competition results cannot be used for new world records. In this case, every effort must be made that competitors are made aware of this at least two months in advance.

Body

Everything is explained under Background.

References

https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/144

Proposal 88: Clearing up 2C.4.2 Timing (Penalty) For Finish Line Dismounts

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 09, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

The text in 2C.4.2 is unclear and has been cleared up.

Proposal

OLD RULE:

2C.4.2 Timing Penalty For Finish Line Dismounts

In electronically timed races, it’s possible that no time will be recorded for the rider’s successful finish. Instead of recording an actual finish time, the rider’s time will be recorded as 0.01 seconds faster than the next rider to cross the line after their remount and crossing. If the rider in question is the last one on the track, the time recorded should be their actual time crossing the finish line after their remount.

NEW RULE

2C.4.2 Timing For Finish Line Dismounts

When a rider dismounts while crossing the finish line and has to back up, remount and cross the finish properly, it may happen that the first (illegal) finish is timed, and that this prevents the timing system from recording the time of the actual (proper) finish. (This may happen with a lightbeam finish timing system, or one based on chip timing. It will usually not happen with a modern slit camera system.)

If possible, the proper finish time must be reconstructed or estimated from whatever data is available, such as legitimate finish times of other riders in relation to the rider in question, video, photographs, or a "manual" reading from a running time display.

If it is in no way possible to assess an actual finish time, the rider’s time will be recorded as 0.01 seconds faster than the next rider to cross the line after their remount and crossing. In this way, the heat finish order is preserved. If the rider in question is the last one on the track, the time recorded should be the best possible estimate of their actual time crossing the finish line after their remount.

Body

See Background and Discussion

References

Parent Discussion: https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/157

Proposal 64: Minimum Racing Events (delete Rule 2D.5)

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

If the rule change for rule "1C.2 Required Events at Unicon" is accepted in the Main Committee, it no longer contains a reference to rule 2D.5 and 2D.5 becomes superfluous.

Provided that the proposal for 1C.2 Required Events at Unicon is accepted by the Main Committee, we should delete rule 2D.5 and the sentence under 2B.6 Event Flow "These races should be part of every Unicon:", as this would both be governed by Rule 1C.2., to prevent inconsistencies and confusion.

Proposal

Old Rule

2B.6 Event Flow

These races should be part of every Unicon:

[...]

2D.5 Minimum Racing Events

The following races: 100m, 400m, 800m, One Foot, Wheel Walk, and IUF Slalom, are to be part of every Unicon. Convention hosts are free to add more racing events.

New Rule - ONLY if the proposal for 1C.2 Required Events at Unicon is accepted by the Main Committee!

2B.6 Event Flow

These races should be part of every Unicon:

[...]

2D.5 Minimum Racing Events

The following races: 100m, 400m, 800m, One Foot, Wheel Walk, and IUF Slalom, are to be part of every Unicon. Convention hosts are free to add more racing events.

Body

For more information and the the improvement of the proposal please look and comment into discussion#150: "Minimum Racing Events (delete Rule 2D.5)".

References

Proposal 82: Deleting redundant sentence from 2D.7

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

There were two sentences in this section, regulating almost the same thing. One sentence was more complete than the other (as it included "no mixing of age groups"). The less complete sentence has been deleted.

Proposal

OLD RULE:

2D.7 Race Configuration

Racing competition is held in two separate divisions: Male and Female. No heat of any race shall be composed of both male and female riders without the approval of the Racing Referee.

There will be no mixing of age groups, or males and females, in heats except with permission from the Racing Referee.

Track events must have both a preliminary and final round.

NEW RULE:

2D.7 Race Configuration

Racing competition is held in two separate divisions: Male and Female.

There will be no mixing of age groups, or males and females, in heats except with permission from the Racing Referee.

Track events must have both a preliminary and final round.

Body

See Background

References

Parent discussion: https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/158

Proposal 89: Sharpen up the definition of rider's age

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 09, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

19 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 19, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

See Body.

Proposal

OLD RULE:

1D.1 Definitions

Age: Rider’s age for all age categories is determined by their age on the first day of the convention.

NEW RULE:

1D.1 Definitions

Age: Rider’s age for all age categories is determined by their age on the advertised first day of the convention, regardless of whether any events occur that day.
Time of birth, time zones and date of arrival at the convention are not relevant.

Body

The definition of Age in 1D.1 is not water tight. It appeared during the discussion that this has led to different interpretations in the past. The proposal aims to make the definition as unambiguous as possible.

References

Parent discussion: https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/148

Proposal 70: Starting and false starts in Road races

Committee: Road

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 09, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

14 out of 18 voting members have voted.

Agree: 14, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

This proposal does not follow from its "own" associated discussion. It follows from Discussion 142 and Proposal 69 in the Track Subcommittee. However, by creating a proposal, a blank discussion is created.

Proposal

OLD RULE:

4B.5.2 Starting

Riders start mounted, holding onto a starting post or other support. The Starter will give a four-count start, for example, “One, two, three, BANG!” Alternatively, an electronic starter may be used.

Riders start with the fronts of their tires (forwardmost part of wheel) behind the nearest edge of the starting line. Rolling starts are not permitted in any road race. However, riders may start from behind the starting line if they wish, provided all other starting rules are followed. Riders may lean before the gun fires, but their wheels may not move forward before the gun fires. Rolling back is allowed, but not forward. Riders may place starting posts in the location most comfortable for them, as long as it doesn’t interfere with other riders.

A rider’s starting time is taken as when their heat begins (when the gun goes off) regardless of when they actually cross the starting line.

4B.5.3 False Starts

A false start occurs if a rider’s wheel moves forward before the start signal, or if one or more riders are forced to dismount due to interference from another rider or other source.

4D.10 Starter

There should be about 3/4 second between each element in the count, with the same amount of time between each of them. This allows riders to predict the timing of the gun, for a fair start. Starters should practice this before the races begin. Timing of the count is very important for an accurate start. This count can be in the local language, or a language agreed upon before competition starts.

As an alternative a start-beep apparatus can be used. In that case we have a six-count start. For example: “beep - beep - beep - beep - beep - buup!” The timing between beeps is one second. The first 5 beeps have all the same frequency. The final tone (buup) has a higher frequency, so that the racer can easily distinguish this tone from the rest.

4D.11 False Starts

There are several options on how to deal with false starts:

• One False Start Allowed Per Rider:
In case of a false start, the heat is restarted. Any rider(s) who caused their personal first false start may start again. Any rider(s) causing their personal second false start are disqualified.

• One False Start Allowed Per Heat:
In case of a false start, the heat is restarted. For the first false start of a particular heat, all riders may start again. Thereafter, any rider(s) causing a false start are disqualified.

• Time Penalty:
In case of a false start, the heat is not restarted. If a false start occurs by one or multiple riders, these riders receive a time penalty (such as 10 seconds).

If a heat has to be restarted, the Starter will immediately recall the riders, for example by firing a gun or blowing a whistle or any other clear and pre-defined signal.

If the race is started using individual starts or heat starts (see sections 4D.9.1 and 4D.9.2) a time penalty is the recommended option. In the case of a mass start (section 4D.9.3), any option is viable.

NEW RULE:

4B.5.2 Starting

Riders may start mounted, holding onto a starting post or other support, or onto each other. Riders may mount after the start signal, if they wish.

Usually, a start-beep apparatus is used. This provides a six-count start: “beep - beep -beep - beep - beep - buup!” The timing between (the start of) successive beeps is one second. The first five beeps have all the same sound frequency. The final tone (buup) has a higher frequency, so that the competitors can easily distinguish this tone from the rest. The proper moment to start is the beginning of the final tone.

As an alternative, the Starter will give a three-count start before firing a starting gun on the fourth count. Example: “One, two, three, BANG!” The time between each of these elements should be the same, and approximately 3/4 seconds. This allows riders to predict the timing of the gun, for a fair start.

Riders start with the fronts of their tires (forward most part of wheel) behind the edge of the starting line that is farthest from the finish line. Rolling starts are not permitted. Riders may start from behind the starting line if they wish, provided all other starting rules are followed. Riders may lean before the start, but their wheels may not move forward during the start beeps or counting down. Rolling back is allowed.

4B.5.3 False starts

A false start occurs if a rider’s wheel moves forward before the start signal, or if one or more riders are forced to dismount due to interference from another rider or other source. In any case, only the earliest false starter will be assigned a false start, with the associated penalty (warning, time penalty or disqualification).

There are three options on how to deal with false starts:

• Time penalty: In case of a false start, the heat is not restarted. The rider in question receives a time penalty, to be added to their finish time.

• One False Start Allowed Per Heat: After a first false start of a particular heat, all riders may start again. Thereafter, any rider(s) causing a false start are disqualified for this event. This option should not be used without an electronic false start monitoring system."

• One False Start Allowed Per Rider: After a first false start of a particular heat, the rider in question receives a warning, and the heat is restarted with all riders. Any rider(s) causing their personal second false start are disqualified for this event.

If a heat has to be restarted, the Starter will immediately recall the riders, for example by blowing a whistle or other clear and predefined signal. Only the earliest false starting rider gets assigned this false start.

If the race is started using individual starts or heat starts (see sections 4D.9.1 and 4D.9.2) a time penalty is the recommended option. In the case of a mass start (section 4D.9.3), any option is viable. Which option is used in any particular event, as well as the magnitude of the time penalty if applicable, is up to the host, and must be published well in advance.

4D.10 Starter Responsibilities

If a verbal (spoken) count is used, there should be about 3/4 second between each element in the count, with the same amount of time between each of them. Starters should practice this before the races begin. Timing of the count is very important for an accurate start. This count can be in the local language, or a language agreed upon before competition starts.

[Note that the original text of 4D.11 has moved to 4B.5.3. As a consequence, all sections after 4D.10 must be renumbered.]

Body

Much of the false starting rules have moved from the Organisation subchapter C tot the Riders subchapter B.

The order of options been changed to put the most frequently used option at the top.

Probably the only essential change is that a false start is ONLY assigned to the earliest false starter, and not to every riders who rolls forward before the proper start. This is analogous to the rules in Track Racing.

References

https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/142

Proposal 60: Delete CX categories and amend other regulations to suit fairness.

Committee: Muni

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 09, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 13 voting members have voted.

Agree: 6, Disagree: 3, Abstain: 1.

Background

Due to existing regulations allowing riders to start in different categories that are based on gear, not a skill, it happens that the top riders are not faced to compete against each other.

Current regulations state that no separate categories should be made if the course is not favoring any type of unicycle. To satisfy this, it is enough to design a course in such way that does not bring favor to any king of unicycle. This is usually an easy task as normally the cyclocross courses are build artificially.

Combining all riders into one based on gear category will bring higher amount of competitors to the start. To solve the problem of overcrowding and provide suitable condition for racing, the riders could be split into categories based on skill.

Proposed changes are to remove categories based on gear, and require host to provide proper racing course. Additionally, new regulation will add possibility of creating categories based on the skill which can be find useful during bigger events.

Deleting based on gear categories will solve the problem with inappropriate naming of unlimited category which in deed is limited by the gearing or wheel size.

Proposal

Change 1

Present rule:

6A.2 Rider summary:

This section is intended as an overview of the rules, but does not substitute for the actual rules.
• You must wear shoes, knee pads, gloves, and helmet.
• Cyclocross has wheel size and gearing requirements that you need to be aware of.
• Be aware of the rules regarding passing, dismounts, illegal riding, and protests.

New rule:

6A.2 Rider summary:

This section is intended as an overview of the rules, but does not substitute for the actual rules.
• You must wear shoes, knee pads, gloves, and helmet.
• Cyclocross has wheel size and gearing requirements that you need to be aware of.
• Be aware of the rules regarding passing, dismounts, illegal riding, and protests.

Change 2

Present rule:

6B.2 Unicycles and Categories

Separating categories depends on the course. If the course is not favoring any type of unicycle, no separate categories should be made. If the course is favoring big wheels and geared unicycles, the recommended categories are:

• Limited: Ungeared unicycles up to and including 29 Class wheels. No restrictions on cranks arm lengths or pedal types.

• Unlimited: Ungeared unicycles greater than 29 Class and geared unicycles. No restrictions on cranks arm lengths or pedal types.

New rule:

6B.2 Unicycles and Categories

• Limited: Ungeared unicycles up to and including 29 Class wheels. No restrictions on cranks arm lengths or pedal types.

• Unlimited: Ungeared unicycles greater than 29 Class and geared unicycles. No restrictions on cranks arm lengths or pedal types.

Competition host may establish categories based on skills. Categories should be named accordingly:Beginners, Intermediate, Elite with Elite being of highest skill and normally being only a champion award category.

Categories should not differentiate competitors by any kind of unicycle setup (wheel size, crank size, gearing, etc.).

Change 3

Present rule:

6D.1 Venue

It will be a multi-lap event featuring a bit of cross country trail, grassy fields and natural and man-made obstacles where dismounting will be necessary. A course should have no fewer than two and no more than six obstacle or barrier sections where riders normally dismount and run with the unicycle. The starting and finishing stretches shall be free of obstacles within 10 meters. The course should be designed to avoid bottlenecks and give riders enough room to pass each other, especially after the start.

It is suggested that the length of the course (used by both classes) not be much shorter than 1 km in length and no longer than 2.5 km in length. Organizers should keep in mind that most of the course should be visible from several vantage points.

New rule:

6D.1 Venue

It will be a multi-lap event featuring a bit of cross country trail, grassy fields and natural and man-made obstacles where dismounting will be necessary. Courses should be designed such that the course does not favor any type of unicycle. A course should have no fewer than two and no more than six obstacle or barrier sections where riders normally dismount and run with the unicycle. The starting and finishing stretches shall be free of obstacles within 10 meters. The course should be designed to avoid bottlenecks and give riders enough room to pass each other, especially after the start.

It is suggested that the length of the course not be much shorter than 1 km in length and no longer than 2.5 km in length. Organizers should keep in mind that most of the course should be visible from several vantage points.

It is suggested that the race be close to 30 minutes in length. Using the time from the top rider’s first two laps, the referee will determine how many laps could be completed in the desired time limit (e.g. 30 minutes). From this point on, the number of remaining laps (for the leaders) will be displayed and this will be used to determine when finish of the race occurs. A bell will be rung with one lap to go. If a host decides to create categories (see 6B.2) time can be a way to differentiate the difficulty. For example, the Intermediate race could be close to 30 minutes while the Elite race could be close to 45 minutes.

Change 4:

Present rule:

6D.6 Race Configuration

It is advised that Cyclocross be run as two separate races, (Unlimited and Standard) as the nature of a multi-lap event on a short course will lead to passing and lapping.

It is suggested that the Unlimited race be close to 45 minutes in length and the Standard race be close to 30 minutes in length. Using the time from the top rider’s first two laps, the referee will determine how many laps could be completed in the desired time limit (e.g. 45 minutes). From this point on, the number of remaining laps (for the leaders) will be displayed and this will be used to determine when finish of the race occurs. A bell will be rung with one lap to go.

Lapped riders in the race will all finish on the same lap as the leader and will be placed according to the number of laps they are down and then their position at the finish.

New rule:

6D.6 Race Configuration

It is advised that Cyclocross be run as two separate races, (Unlimited and Standard) as the nature of a multi-lap event on a short course will lead to passing and lapping.

It is suggested that the Unlimited Elite category race be close to 45 minutes in length and the Standard Beginner/Intermediate category race be close to 30 minutes in length. Using the time from the top rider’s first two laps, the referee will determine how many laps could be completed in the desired time limit (e.g. 45 minutes). From this point on, the number of remaining laps (for the leaders) will be displayed and this will be used to determine when finish of the race occurs. A bell will be rung with one lap to go.

Lapped riders in the race will all finish on the same lap as the leader and will be placed according to the number of laps they are down and then their position at the finish.

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The purpose of changes is primarily to face the best riders against each other, which is the common sense of running competition.

Creating categories helps to spread the crowd of competitors. With new approach to categories based on skill not a gear, the best riders will compete against each other and only one champion will be awarded.

References

Proposal 68: Removal of wristbands in Jr Expert and Expert Individual and Pairs

Committee: Freestyle

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

11 out of 12 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 2, Abstain: 0.

Background

Traditionally Jr. Expert and Expert riders at Unicon have been allowed to remove their event wristbands for their competitions for costuming reasons. This has not been in the rulebook. This rule adds this.

Proposal

Old rule:

7B.3 Rider Identification

No rider identification is required.

New rule:

7B.3 Rider Identification

No rider identification is required.

7B.3.1 Removal of Convention Wristband

If, at Unicon, all of the following conditions are met:

- Competitors are given a wristband to show their registration status.
- The wristband is of a non-removable type, or removing the wristband damages it.
- The rider is competing in a Junior Expert or Expert Individual or Pair Freestyle competition.
- The wristband interferes with the competitor's costume or other aspect of their performance.

Then the competitor may remove this wristband on the same day prior to their competition, and shall be given a new wristband, on the same day, by the event organizers following their competition.

Body

See discussion.

References

Proposal 83: Editing 11D.4 Categories - Advanced category is not allowed at Unicon

Committee: Street

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 13, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Following the Flatland rules.

Proposal

OLD:

11D.4 Categories
There are no minimum categories other than male and female. If there are less than three females or less than three males overall, the male and female categories are merged.

NEW:
11D.4 Categories
Male and female competitions should be offered in each of the following categories: Junior Expert (0-14), and Expert (15+). The Advanced category is optional however it is not allowed at Unicon. If there are less than 3 Junior Expert competitors, they may choose whether to compete in Expert or Advanced (if offered). If there are less than three females or less than three males overall, the male and female categories may be merged.

Body

See the discussion.

References

Proposal 58: Making DNF the consequence of a dismount

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 05, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 7, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 2.

Background

Disqualifications should made by an official referee and in the ideal case should be justified in a written form. However, if every dismount had to be recorded in a written form and the referee had to give a disqualification, this would quickly become impossible to implement. Therefore the rules of the track races should be changed so that after a dismount the remount is forbidden and the dismount itself only leads to the fact that the race cannot be finished.

Proposal

Old Rule:

2B.6.1 100m Race

In the 100m race, riders must stay in their lane, and a dismount results in disqualification.

2B.6.2 400m Race

In the 100m race, riders must stay in their lane, and a dismount results in disqualification.

2B.6.11 Dismounts

A dismount is any time a rider’s foot or other body part touches the ground. Except for the 800m, Relay races, and other races where this is announced in advance, if a rider dismounts, he or she is disqualified. In races where riders are allowed to remount and continue, riders must immediately remount at the point where the unicycle comes to rest, without running. If a dismount puts the rider past the finish line, the rider must back up and ride across the line in control, in the normal direction.

New Rule:

2B.6.1 100m Race

In the 100m race, riders must stay in their lane.

2B.6.2 400m Race

In the 400m race, riders must stay in their lane.

2B.6.11 Dismounts

A dismount is any time a rider’s foot or other body part touches the ground. Except for the 800m, Relay races, and other races where this is announced in advance, after a dismount the race may not be continued and will be considered as not finished ["DNF" - Did Not Finish]. In races where riders are allowed to remount and continue, riders must immediately remount at the point where the unicycle comes to rest, without running. If a dismount puts the rider past the finish line, the rider must back up and ride across the line in control, in the normal direction.

Body

The supplements are italicised in the new rule text. For more information and the the improvement of the proposal please look and comment into discussion#81: "Dismounts and Disqualifications".

References

Proposal 71: Accuracy of published results in Road racing (new rule)

Committee: Road

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 13, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

14 out of 18 voting members have voted.

Agree: 14, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

The World Record Committee has established accuracies with which the world records will be published, the result lists of the competitions should have the same accuracy and therefore we should prescribe in the rulebook with which accuracy results are to be published.

Proposal

OLD RULE:

[No rule]

NEW RULE:

4D.16 Accuracy of results

For all road race results, unless the measured time is an exact whole second, the time shall be converted and recorded to the next longer whole second, e.g. 1:33:47.153 shall be recorded and published as 1:33:48.

In the event that there is a tie where an award is at stake, if a Photo Finish system or other accurate method was used, the results of this shall be used to decide on the placings. In this case, the note (e.g. Photo Finish: +0.XX) is printed on the results list next to the official time. In other cases it shall be determined to be a tie and the tie shall remain and gets published as such.

Example: If two riders have reached a time of 1:33:48 and the image of the Photo Finish System shows a difference of 0.456 seconds, the following will be printed on the result list:
1st Place Rider 1 1:33:48
2nd Place Rider 2 1:33:48 (Photo finish: +0.456)

Body

See also Discussion 113, which is similar but for Track Racing

References

https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/113

Proposal 55: 7D.2 - equal ranking of the three technical scores

Committee: Freestyle

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 03, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

12 out of 12 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 3, Abstain: 0.

Background

The Technical part of the judging is broken into three subcategories. Currently they are not weighted equally. When the judging rules were rewritten to be very similar to how it is now, the scores were weighted equally. They were changed in 2010.

Proposal

OLD:

7D.2 Technical Score
The Technical part of the judging is broken into three subcategories. These subcategories are weighted as follows:
Quantity of Unicycling Skills And Transitions 25%
Mastery And Quality of Execution 37.5%
Difficulty And Duration 37.5%

NEW:

7D.2 Technical Score
The Technical part of the judging is broken into three subcategories. These subcategories are weighted as follows:
Quantity of Unicycling Skills And Transitions 25% 33.33...%
Mastery And Quality of Execution 37.5% 33.33...%
Difficulty And Duration 37.5% 33.33...%

Body

I still believe that a routine with high variety and many different skills/transitions can show excellent mastery, difficulty, and duration for a winning routine.

References

Proposal 61: Host must read World Record Guidelines

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

20 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 18, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 1.

Background

Hosts must ensure that their competitions adhere to the World Record Guidelines, insofar realistically possible. Therefore, this proposal gives as guidance that the host reads the World Record Guidelines.

Proposal

OLD RULE:

1A.2 (Last line of the table, valid for the role of Host)
All sections of the Rulebook

NEW RULE:

1A.2 (Last line of the table, valid for the role of Host)
All sections of the Rulebook and the current IUF World Record Guidelines

Body

This has not been explicitly discussed before this proposal was created. A discussion should automatically be created now.

References

Proposal 94: Merge Slopestyle and Street

Committee: Street

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 20, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

8 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 8, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Proposal

11A Overview

11A.1 Definitions

11A.1.1 Street

Street is a competition held on a street course. During preliminary rounds, competitors complete Timed Runs on the course. During finals, competitors complete Timed Runs as well as attempting Best Tricks,

11A.1.2 Timed Runs

Timed runs are completed anywhere on the course and last 40-60 seconds at the director’s discretion. Remounting is allowed in the event of a failed trick. Timed Runs will begin at a countdown or signal from an official and cease at the end of the allotted time.

11A1.3 Best Trick

During finals, Best Tricks are performed anywhere on the course. Best Tricks are performed after all competitors’ Timed Runs have been completed. Competitors attempt Best Tricks in the same order as Timed Runs. Each rider makes all of their Best Trick attempts consecutively, and does not have to use all of their attempts, and can attempt a different trick on each attempt. A Best Trick must be a single trick completed on the course.

11A.2 Rider Summary

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

• Riders must wear shoes and a helmet.

• Any number or type of unicycle is allowed.

• A rider may skip their turn, due to injury or equipment problem.

• You should be aware of the rules regarding equipment failure.

11B Competitor Rules

11B.1 Safety

Riders must wear shoes and helmet. Shin guards are recommended, but not mandatory.

11B.2 Unicycles

Any number of standard unicycles (see definitions in chapter 1D.1) may be used.

11B.3 Rider Identification

No rider identification is required.

11B.4 Protests

Protests must be filed on an official form within 15 minutes of the posting of event results. Protest is only possible against mistakes in calculation or other mistakes not connected to a judge’s subjective score. The Chief Judge must resolve all protests within 30 minutes of receipt of the written form.

11B.5 Results

Preliminary results will be posted once the calculation of the points is done. Results sheets will be posted after each category of an event. The protest periods begins at this point. Finals results may be held off until the award ceremony if it is on the same day.

11B.6 Event Flow

11B.6.1 Riders Must Be Ready. The Chief Judge chooses how to handle the riders who are not ready at their scheduled competition time. They may be disqualified or allowed to perform after the last competitor in their category.

11B.7 Preliminaries

All competitors will be placed in an order. Each competitor can attempt 2 or 3 Timed Runs at the director’s discretion. Competitors will perform their first Timed Run in this order before repeating the order for second and third runs.

11B.8 Finals

The highest ranking 5-8 competitors will compete in a finals round, to be held greater than 3 hours after the preliminary rounds. To ensure riders have adequate warm up time and to increase spectator numbers the final round should be held in the afternoon/evening. The existing course from preliminary rounds may be used, or changes may be made to the course. The riders will be assigned an order which should be presented in writing as well as announced before the competition. Competitors will each complete 4 Timed Runs. Each competitor will complete their first run in order, before repeating the order again for each consecutive run.

After completion of the Timed Runs, each competitor will have 3 attempts at a Best Trick. Riders may choose to skip their turn for any reason e.g. in the event of an injury. Best Trick score is based on the sum of the each competitor’s 2 highest scoring attempts. Judges can include preliminary round judges as well as competitors that did not make the finals round.

11C Judges and Officials Rules

11C.1 Slopestyle Street Director

The Slopestyle Street Director is the head organizer and administrator of Slopestyle Street. With the convention host, they are responsible for the event logistics, the equipment and the system used to run the event. They must select the Chief Judge. They are in charge of keeping the event on schedule and answering questions about the event. The Slopestyle Street Director is the highest authority on everything to do with the Slopestyle Street competition, except for decisions on rules and results.

11C.2 Chief Judge

The Chief Judge is the head Slopestyle Street official. They are responsible for selecting the judges, overseeing the competition, handling protests, ensuring the event rules are followed, and answering questions about the rules and judging. The Chief Judge is also responsible for the accuracy of all judging point tabulations and calculations. An interruption of judging can result from material damage, injury of a competitor, or interference with a competitor by a person or object. The Chief Judge determines if the rider is at fault. If they are not, the Chief Judge chooses when to insert the rider back into the competition, along with the rider’s remaining time or attempts. The Chief Judge may be the same person as the Slopestyle Street director.

11C.3 Judges

11C.3.1 Judging Panel

There are three judges per section for the preliminary rounds, and five judges for the finals.

11C.3.2 Selecting Judges

A person should not judge an event if he or she is:

• A parent, child or sibling of a rider competing in the event.

• A coach, manager, trainer or colleague of the same club/team as a rider competing in the event.

• More than one judge from the same country on the same judging panel.

If the judging pool is too limited by the above criteria, restrictions can be eliminated starting from the bottom of the list and working upward as necessary, but only until enough judges are available.

11C.3.3 Judging Panel May Not Change

The individual members of the judging panel must remain the same for an entire category. In the event of an emergency, this rule can be waived by the Chief Judge.

11C.3.3.1 Rating Judge Performance

Judges are rated by comparing their scores to those of other judges at previous competitions. If a judge’s performance is determined to be too weak, they may be removed from the judging panel.

Characteristics of Judging Weaknesses:

• Excessive Ties: Using ties frequently (it defeats the purpose of judging.)

• Bias: Placing members of certain groups or nations significantly lower or higher than other judges.

• Inconsistency: Ranking a large number of riders significantly different from the average of other judges.

11C.3.4 Training

The judges workshop is set by the Slopestyle Street Director or Chief Judge. Either the Slopestyle Street Director or the Chief Judge will run the workshop with the workshop held before the competition. Potential judges should have read the rules prior to the start of the workshop. The workshop will include a practice session, each judge will re-read the rules, agree to follow the rules and agree to their potential removal from the list of available judges if they show excessive judging weaknesses, as determined by the Chief Judge.

11C.3.5 Slopestyle Street Comp Judging

11C.3.5.1 Preliminary Round

Timed Runs only. If 2 runs are made, the highest scoring run is counted. If 3 runs are made, the sum of the 2 highest scoring runs is counted. Scored out of 100 points using the following criteria:

Difficulty 35%

Consistency 20%

Variety 25%

Flow 20%

DIFFICULTY worth 35% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 3.5 = weighed score)

CONSISTENCY worth 20% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 2.0 = weighed score)

VARIETY worth 25% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 2.5 = weighed score)

FLOW worth 20% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 2.0 = weighed score)

11C.3.5.2 Finals

Competitors are judged on Timed Runs and Best Trick, with 70% of the final score based on Timed Runs and 30% based on Best Trick. The final score of the Timed Runs is based on the sum of the each competitor’s 2 highest scoring runs.

Timed Runs scored out of 100 points using the following criteria:

Difficulty 35%

Consistency 20%

Variety 25%

Flow 20%

DIFFICULTY worth 35% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 3.5 = weighed score)

CONSISTENCY worth 20% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 2.0 = weighed score)

VARIETY worth 25% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 2.5 = weighed score)

FLOW worth 20% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 2.0 = weighed score)

Best Tricks are scored out of 100 points using the following criteria:

Difficulty 80%

Style 20%

DIFFICULTY worth 80% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 8.0 = weighed score)

STYLE worth 20% of total score. Judges score /10 (score * 2.0 = weighed score)

Once the judges assign places for every competitor the results can be calculated with timed runs and Best Tricks providing a percentage of the total points. Timed Runs will provide 70% of the competitors total score with Best Trick providing 30% of the total score for a total of 100%.

After prelims, the highest scoring 5-8 competitors will move on to the finals. In finals, the rider with the most points is the winner.

11C.3.6 Sportsmanship

If a rider distracts or delays the competition or shows unsportsmanlike conduct, the Chief Judge may choose to warn or eliminate that rider.

11D Event Organizer Rules

11D.1 Venue

11D.1.1 Slopestyle Street Comp Performing Area

The course is to be composed of a single “zone”. The zone should be large and have a large array of obstacles encouraging a range of specific skills. The list below is an example of typical things that can be used in zones; however designers of the Street comp area should not limit themselves to the exact list.

· A ramp with a skate park rail in the middle, and a ledge on either side. This zone will encourage technical grinds, without giving an advantage to a right or left footed grinder.

· Two different manny pads (a smooth platform of at least 3 m x 0.5 m and between 7 cm and 15 cm in height), one with two revs of length, and one with just one rev of length. This will encourage the ability to perform technical flip tricks and other Street moves while having to set up quickly for the move down.

· A set of 5 stairs and a set of 7 stairs with a handrail in the middle of each (that are of a similar size to one that you would find in a city, not extremely steep). This would encourage the ability to perform bigger moves of all types.

It is also possible to use a real street environment if that is possible. This may result in different obstacles than specified above but provides a 100% real street atmosphere. Independent from the setup a host can go for, they should always take care to offer room for

1. Technical street

2. Grinds

3. Big tricks off larger drops.

The descriptions of the zones above should demonstrate the requirements of ideal course design while offering hosts room to be creative.

11D.1.2 Problems With Required Obstacles

The required obstacles must be built strong enough to endure many hours of heavy use. They need to survive the competition without changing their shape or stability. If one of the required obstacles is broken or made unusable during the competition, it must be repaired if one or more competitors say they need to use the damaged obstacle. If no competitors are impacted by the damage, no repair is necessary except for safety reasons, such as in the event of sharp exposed parts.

11D.1.3 Postponement due to Weather

In the case of rain or bad weather affecting an uncovered Street area, the organizers should postpone the events and exchange all the affected parts of the course for dry ones (replacing pallets for example). Events should be cancelled if considered dangerous. If postponed or moved to an indoor location the organizers must try to keep the allowances the same as outdoors competitions with metal pedals and marking tires allowed. Cancelled competitions should be rescheduled during the convention duration with Slopestyle Street held early in the competition schedule where possible to give a larger period of time for rescheduling.

11D.1.4 Music

In Slopestyle Street, a DJ plays music for the competition.

11D.2 Officials

The host must designate the following officials for Slopestyle Street:

• Slopestyle Street Director

• Chief Judge

The host must designate the Slopestyle Street Director well in advance of the event. For an international event, it is recommended that the Slopestyle Street Director is chosen at least one year in advance so that they may be consulted on scheduling. The Slopestyle Street Director must select the Chief Judge. The Chief Judge may be the same person as the Slopestyle Street director.

11D.3 Communication

Hosts must publicize details of the available competition area as far in advance of the competition as possible. Organizers of international championships must publish this information at least three months prior to the event. For other events, the organizers must specify the venue for the Slopestyle Street competition by the beginning of the convention/competition at the latest.

11D.4 Categories

Male and female competitions should be offered in each of the following categories: Junior Expert (0-14), and Expert (15+). The Advanced category is optional however not allowed at World Championships. If there are less than 3 Junior Expert competitors, they may choose whether to compete in Expert or Advanced (if offered). If age group medals are awarded, they will be set as 0-9 (Kids), 10-15 (Junior), 16-34 (Adult) and 35+ (Senior) and based on final placings in either Junior Expert, Expert or Advanced (if offered) competitions. If there are less than three females or less than three males overall, the male and female categories may be merged.

11D.5 Practice

Event organizers must arrange that the course for the Street competition is set up and available to be practiced on before competition. With different time frames depending on the time frame and duration of the convention/competition. Courses should be completed at least 2 days prior to the day of the competition for events greater than 4 days long. For logistical reasons, events of 1 - 3 days can provided the required practice time at the discretion of the competition organizers. This may be provided prior, but on the day of the competition. If practicing on the competition course is not possible prior to the competition day, the organizers may build similar objects at another location for the riders to train on.

References

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A-BSvy8NgP3slCwPKHPiRpY4tnxEsnEd3ciWvGfqSrk/edit?fbclid=IwAR1IuGHpCvAAtT1HUhG1ut2w-pxSSwGUEziJ9KPKbegHWq722_2md-ckUGs#

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See the discussion.

References

Proposal 73: New Section for Speed Trials Rules

Committee: Trials

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 09, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

This competition has been done at Unicons and other events. Time for the rules to be official.

Proposal

Old: none

New:

Urban: Speed Trials Rules – New section (to follow Trials)

13A Overview

13A.1 Definition

The object of Speed Trials is for riders to traverse a pre-set course as quickly as possibly. Riders are either timed or raced against each other. Time is kept when the start of the race is called and when the riders cross the finish line. The winner is the fastest rider to cross the finish line or make it the furthest along the course.

13A.2 Rider Summary

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

• You must wear shoes and a helmet.

• There is no restriction on type of unicycle.

• You may change unicycles during the competition.

13B Competitors Rules

13B.1 Safety

All riders must wear a helmet and shoes as defined in chapter 1D.1. Gloves, shin guards and knee protection are recommended.

13B.2 Unicycles

Any unicycle may be used. There is no restriction on changing unicycles during the competition.

13B.3 Rider Identification

The rider number must be visible on the rider or unicycle.

13B.4 Event Flow

13B.4.1 Start

Riders must begin on the start pallet, mounted. It is acceptable for riders to hop in place to balance however riders will be disqualified if the lowermost surface of their wheel crosses the front of the pallet before the signal. The start signal will be given by the Starter by whistle to begin the race. Line judges and the starter are responsible for identifying false starts.

13B.4.2 Race

Once riders have crossed the start line, they must traverse the course without being disqualified. (See section 13.B.4.3) Should a rider make contact with their unicycle on the ground during the course IE: before the final obstacle, they can return to the course from the last obstacle successfully completed or at an earlier obstacle in the course.

e.g. If a Rider loses balance on a skinny and jumps to the ground (while remaining mounted), they must go back to the obstacle touched before the skinny.

13B.4.3 Finish

A rider finishes the race once their wheel fully crosses over the finish line. Once a rider has traversed the last obstacle of the course, they may touch the ground until they cross the finish line. Timekeepers and Finishers will determine the results.

13B.4.4 Disqualification

Disqualification is instant and permanent for the attempt or heat. A disqualified rider must stop and clear the course without interfering with judges or other riders. Disqualification happens as follows:

1. False start: Starting before the signal has been given by the Starter.

2. Allowing any part of the rider’s body to touch the ground or obstacle. If loose clothing brushes against the ground or obstacle but does not influence the rider’s balance, then this is acceptable.

3. Allowing any part of the cycle except the tire, rim, spokes, crank arms, pedals, or bearing caps to touch the ground or obstacle.

4. Yelling or verbally distracting the opponents or judges.

13B.5 Preliminary Rounds

Competitors have 2 or 3 individual attempts to complete the course. Determining if there should be 2 or 3 attempts is decided by the Trials Director. Should the number of competitors be less than 10, see 13B.6.3

13B.6 Finals

Finals can be run in three different ways depending on the number of competitors. At world championships, the trials director must follow the format indicated in 13B.6.1-13B.6.3 depending on number of competitors. For smaller events where materials and construction time is reduced, the trials director may choose from the formats without having to determine event by number of competitors.

13B.6.1 Four Rider Heats

1. If the number of competitors is 30 or more, finals must be composed of the fastest 16 riders and will be organized with 8 heats of 4 riders. 4 identical lines will need to be constructed. For four rider heats, the first two riders to cross the finish line move forward and the last two riders are eliminated. The heats will be organized as follows:

QUARTER FINALS:

Heat 1: Seed 1 versus Seed 5 versus Seed 9 versus Seed 13

Heat 2: Seed 3 versus Seed 7 versus Seed 11 versus Seed 15

Heat 3: Seed 2 versus Seed 6 versus Seed 10 versus Seed 14

Heat 4: Seed 4 versus Seed 8 versus Seed 12 versus Seed 16

SEMI FINALS:
Heat 5: Heat 1 1st, Heat 1 2nd, Heat 2 1st, Heat 2 2nd

Heat 6: Heat 3 1st, Heat 3 2nd, Heat 4 1st, Heat 4 2nd

5-8TH PLACE ROUND

Heat 7: Heat 5 3rd, Heat 5 4th, Heat 6 3rd, Heat 6 4th

FINALS:

Heat 8: Heat 5 1st, Heat 5 2nd, Heat 6 1st, Heat 6 2nd

13B.6.2: Two Rider Heats

If the number of competitors is between 10 and 30, finals will be composed of the fastest 8 riders and will be organized by 8 heats of 2 riders. 2 identical lines will need to be constructed. For two rider heats, the first rider to cross the finish line moves forward and the last rider is eliminated.

QUARTER FINALS:

Heat 1: Seed 1 versus Seed 5

Heat 2: Seed 3 versus Seed 7

Heat 3: Seed 2 versus Seed 6

Heat 4: Seed 4 versus Seed 8

SEMI FINALS:

Heat 5: Heat 1 Winner versus Heat 2 Winner

Heat 6: Heat 3 Winner versus Heat 4 Winner

3RD - 4TH PLACE ROUND:

Heat 7: Heat 5 Loser versus Heat 6 Loser

FINALS

Heat 8: Heat 5 Winner versus Heat 6 Winner

13B.6.3: Prelim Results as Final Results

If the numbers of competitors is less than 10, prelim results will be the final results (no finals necessary).

13B.7 Prohibited Activities

No rider may attempt any obstacle prior to the start of the competition. Intentional modification of a section by riders or spectators is prohibited. Note that kicking objects to test stability does not constitute intentional modification if an object moves. If the course is unintentionally modified or broken by a rider, they should inform the Event Director or Course Setter who will return the obstacle to its original form if possible.

13C Judges and Officials Rules

13C.1 Trials Officials

13C.1.1 Trials Director

The Trials Director is the head organizer and administrator of trials events. With the Convention Host, the Trials Director determines the course, obtains permits, interfaces with the community, and determines the system used to run the event. The Trials Director is responsible for the logistics and equipment for all trials events. The Trials Director is in charge of keeping events running on schedule, and answers all questions not pertaining to rules and judging. The Trials Director is the highest authority on everything to do with the trials events, except for decisions on rules and results.

13C.1.2 Chief Judge

The Chief Judge is the head Trials official, whose primary job is to make sure the competitors follow the rules. The Chief Judge makes all final decisions regarding rule infractions. The Chief Judge is responsible for resolving protests.

13C.1.3 Starter

The starter is responsible for giving each competitor a fair and equal start. There must be only one starter for an event to maintain consistency. The starter must use a whistle to signal the start of the race. The start judge must make sure all riders are ready, alert and given the signal to begin the race. The starter must check for false starts. The starter must begin the race with random delays between 1 and 10 seconds. The starter must be positioned close to the start line as possible but must not interfere or impede riders.

13C.1.4 Line Judges

Each rider must have a separate line judge assigned to them. The line judges are responsible for checking for false starts. As riders progress over the course, the line judge must make sure that their assigned rider is successfully cleaning the course. Should the rider fall or dismount, the line judge must indicate the location where the rider last made contact before dismounting.

13.C.1.5 Timekeepers/Finisher

Timekeepers are responsible for keeping time during Prelims. Timekeepers are unnecessary during finals since finals are heats. During prelims, The timekeepers must press their stop watches when the races commences and when the rider crosses the finish line. A minimum of two timekeepers must be used to record time. The average of the two times must be calculated to determined the final score for the attempt. During finals, 2 Finishers will watch the finish line to determine order of riders. Time keepers must be positioned close to the finish line for accurate results. Should the result be too close to tell, see 13.D.7.

13D Event Organizer Rules

13D.1 Venue

In the Trials events, the organizers should postpone the events in the case of wet weather and exchange all the affected parts of the course for dry ones (replacing pallets for example). Events should be cancelled if considered dangerous. If postponed or moved to an indoor location the organizers must try to keep the allowances the same as outdoors competitions with metal pedals and marking tires allowed. Cancelled competitions should be rescheduled during the convention duration with Trials events held early in the competition schedule where possible to give a larger period of time for rescheduling. There should be no dangerous objects to land on from the course with sections constructed in a manner that ensures they do not collapse or fall over under normal riding conditions.

13D.2 Officials

The host must designate the following officials for Trials:

• Trials Director

• Chief Judge

Starter, Line Judges and Timekeepers will be assigned by volunteers during the event.

13D.3 Age Groups and Categories

Male and female competitions should be offered with age group winners set as 0-9 (Kids), 10-15 (Junior), 16-34 (Adult) and 35+ (Senior).

13D.4 Course Design

Construction of the course is at the discretion of the trials director. However, the course should have a combination of long jumps, high jumps, balance elements, precision jumps. The finals course should be more difficult than the preliminary course and all courses must not favour a particular hopping stance or direction. The trials director needs to provide a warm area with obstacles for riders.

13D.5 Course Planning

Adequate time and resources is required to set up a proper course with at least one day required to build identical lines for multiple riders to complete preliminary runs concurrently.

13D.6 Rematch

At the discretion of the chief judge a rematch for a heat (finals) or retry of individual attempt (prelims) may be needed if the winner is unclear. The riders in question will redo the heat without other competitors.

e.g. 2nd and 3rd place rankings are unclear, a new heat will begin with only 2nd and 3rd for tiebreak.

Rematches will not be provided for broken parts or flat tyres once the competitor in question has entered the course.

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See the discussion.

References

See the discussion.

Proposal 96: Definition of Coasting

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 13, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

19 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 18, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 1.

Background

This started out as a discussion (Discussion 161) and proposal (Proposal 84) in the Track Subcommittee, because the intent was to change the definition of Track Coasting. Later it was suggested to remove the definition of Coasting from the Track Chapter altogether and move it to Definitions, 1D.1 The Track section about coasting would refer to 1D.1 for a definition. There is also a definition in 8E.1.11, which can also be deleted because the definition in 1D.1 is sufficient.

In this way, this proposal affects three chunks of text in different sections of the Rulebook, being handled by three separate subcommittees. I am not a member in all three of them, so I don't know how I should go about this. I put it all in here, in the Main Committee.

Proposal

OLD RULE:

1D.1 Defintions
[text does not exist]

3B.6.2 Coasting Events
Riders must not touch any part of their tires, wheels or pedals while coasting.

8E.1.11 Coasting
Unless stated differently in coasting figures, the feet are to have no contact with any
rotating part of the unicycle (pedals, crank arms, or tire).

NEW RULE

1D.1 Defintions
[Insert this at the proper alphabetic location]
Coasting: Unless stated differently, Coasting is riding without touching pedals, cranks or any part of the wheel including the tire. (Freewheeling on a freewheel unicycle is not coasting.)

3B.6.2 Coasting Events
Riders must not touch any part of their tires, wheels or pedals while coasting. [Remove this sentence]

8E.1.11 Coasting
Unless stated differently in coasting figures, the feet are to have no contact with any
rotating part of the unicycle (pedals, crank arms, or tire). [Remove this whole section, renumber all subsequent sections accordingly]

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Proposal 80: 13D.1 Venue

Committee: Jumps

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 06, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

11 out of 13 voting members have voted.

Agree: 11, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

This section was blank in the current Rulebook.

Note: Assuming Proposal 42 (Naming of Jump disciplines) will pass; if not, names here will revert to original.

Proposal

Old: blank section

New:

13D.1 Venue

A smooth area of sufficient size must be set aside to run jump events. This must include a 15m runway and a 3m landing area for for both high jump events, and a 25m runway and an 8m landing area for Long Jump on Track . Unicycles with metal pedals and marking tire are allowed. Unicycles with metal pedals and marking tire are allowed. The Event Host must organize the competition where marking tires and metal pedals are allowed. If the venues are outdoors, plans must be made to deal with inclement weather. Using an indoor venue can eliminate this problem. The track must be available for enough days to allow for inclement weather

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Filling in the missing information.

References

Proposal 75: Relay (Track) - takeover zone

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 10, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Slightly more than a year ago (with the start of 2018) the IAAF (the International Association of Athletics Federations) changed its rules regarding the relay takeover zone. The 10-metre acceleration zone and 20-metre takeover zone for each changeover in 4x100m 4x200m relays has been merged into one 30-metre takeover zone.

To make sure that we have markings on the track that we can use for our competitions in the future, we should follow the IAAF and change our takeover zone proportionate.

Proposal

Old Rule

3B.6.1 Relay (Track)

Usually 4 x 100m or 4 x 400m like in athletics.
The takeover zones are 20 meters long and must be marked on the track. Riders may remount if necessary, and must pick up the baton if it is dropped. The handover of the baton must be within the takeover zone. This means that before the baton crosses the start mark of the takeover zone only the incoming rider is in touch with the baton and at the end of the takeover zone only the outgoing rider is in touch with the baton. Riders may not throw the baton to make a pass and may not touch the ground with any part of their body while making a pass. If the baton is not handed over within the marked takeover zone, the team will be disqualified. Leaving of the lane within the takeover zone or when remounting does not result in disqualification as long as the riders do not obstruct, impede or interfere with another rider’s progress. There is no defined preparation area for the next riders as long as they stay within their lanes.
Mixed male/female teams may be used, and reasonable age groups may be used depending on the number of expected competitors of the event. Each relay team may have any mix of ages, the age of the oldest rider determines the age group.

New Rule

XB.X.X Relay (Track)

The relay distances shall be 4 x 100m or 4 x 400m like in athletics.
In the 4 x 100m relay each takeover zone shall be 30m long, in the 4 x 400m relay each takeover zone shall be 20m. The takeover zones must be marked on the track. (The zones shall start and finish at the edges of the zone lines nearest the start line in the running direction.) In the 4 x 100m relay, riders are not permitted to line up outside their takeover zones, and shall start within the zone. In the 4 x 400m relay, there is no defined preparation area for the next riders as long as they stay within their lanes. Riders may remount if necessary, and must pick up the baton if it is dropped. The handover of the baton must be within the takeover zone. This means that before the baton crosses the start mark of the takeover zone only the incoming rider is in touch with the baton and at the end of the takeover zone only the outgoing rider is in touch with the baton. Riders may not throw the baton to make a pass and may not touch the ground with any part of their body while making a pass. If the baton is not handed over within the marked takeover zone, the team will be disqualified. Leaving of the lane within the takeover zone or when remounting does not result in disqualification as long as the riders do not obstruct, impede or interfere with another rider’s progress.
Mixed male/female teams may be used, and reasonable age groups may be used depending on the number of expected competitors of the event. Each relay team may have any mix of ages, the age of the oldest rider determines the age group.

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The supplements are italicised in the new rule text. For more information and the the improvement of the proposal please look and comment into discussion#155: "Relay (Track) - takeover zone".

References

More information about the IAAF's rule change can be found here: Summary of key changes to IAAF Competition Rules

Proposal 65: Restructuring of rules

Committee: Hockey

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 06, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

7 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 7, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Restructuring the rulebook so that it flows better.

New order is proposed in the google docs sheet below with changes to Safety and Fouls wording below in proposal.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ILztwO-dtzSOxPhemFNkgY3jDgV1bMeqq_HPv3HmBiA/edit?usp=sharing

Proposal

Old

14B.10 Safety

Attention must be drawn to the safety of the players and spectators. Thus, the safety rules have to be obeyed strictly and all equipment must be in good condition.

14B.10.1 Clothing

All items that protrude from the body that may cause injury (for example watches, necklaces, earrings) must be removed. In instances where this is impossible, the items must be covered sufficiently to remove likelihood of injury. Shoes must be worn and shoelaces must be short or tucked in. The following optional clothing is suggested: knee pads, gloves, helmets, safety glasses and dental protection.

14B.10.2 Throwing Sticks

14B.10.3 Top Of The Stick

14B.10.4 High Stick

14B.10.5 Exaggerated Roughness

Exaggerated roughness can lead to injuries and must therefore be avoided.

Old

14B.8 Fouls

14B.8.1 General Considerations

New

14X.XX Safety

Attention must be drawn to the safety of the players and spectators. Thus, the safety rules must be obeyed strictly, and all equipment must be in good condition.

14B.10.1 Clothing

All items that protrude from the body that may cause injury (for example watches, necklaces, earrings) must be removed. In instances where this is impossible, the items must be covered sufficiently to remove likelihood of injury. Shoes must be worn, and shoelaces must be short or tucked in. The following optional clothing is suggested: knee pads, gloves, helmets, safety glasses and dental protection.

14B.10.2 Throwing Sticks

14B.10.3 Top Of The Stick

14B.10.4 High Stick

14B.10.5 Exaggerated Roughness

Exaggerated roughness can lead to injuries and must therefore be avoided.

New

14X.X Fouls

14X.X.X General Considerations

All players must take care not to endanger others. Exaggerated roughness can lead to injuries and must therefore be avoided. The game is non-contact: the opponents and their unicycles may not be touched. The players must take care not to hit an opponent with their stick, especially after a shot. Only in the vicinity of the ball may a player touch an opponent’s stick with their stick to block them. However, this contact may not be hard. It is illegal to turn the blade of the stick upside down in order to hook into an opponent’s stick. Raising the opponent’s stick is allowed in principle, if not done using exaggerated roughness. If the opponent’s stick is raised to a high stick, it is always considered exaggerated roughness. Intentional delay of the game is not permitted.

14X.X.X Throwing Sticks

14X.X.X Top Of The Stick

14X.X.X High Stick

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In line with these changes the Safety rules will be largely moved to fouls with the removal of "clothing" heading and removal of the "exaggerated roughness" heading and placing the text of "exaggerated roughness" in general considerations of fouls.

References

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ILztwO-dtzSOxPhemFNkgY3jDgV1bMeqq_HPv3HmBiA/edit?usp=sharing

Proposal 62: 7B.7.2 Promoting Rider(s) to a Higher Category

Committee: Freestyle

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 06, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

12 out of 12 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 3.

Background

See discussion

Proposal

OLD: 7B.7.2

"A routine is allowed to have a maximum of three successfully performed skills that are deemed to be higher than the allowed level for the category. Skills successfully performed is defined as performing the skill for a reasonable distance without falling, given the choreography of the routine. When this limit of three is exceeded, the routine is to be promoted to the next most difficult level."

NEW: 7B.7.2

"A routine is Routines are allowed to have a maximum of three some successfully performed skills that are deemed to be higher than the allowed level for the category. Skills successfully performed is defined as performing the skill for a reasonable distance without falling, given the choreography of the routine. Individual routines are allowed to have a maximum of three such skills and pairs routines are allowed to have a maximum of six such skills. When this limit of three is exceeded, the routine is to be promoted to the next most difficult level."

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The rule was written for individual freestyle but since pairs skills are counted individually there must be a separate limit for pairs freestyle.

References

Proposal 86: Aligning 1A.3 How the Rulebook is Updated with reality

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

20 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 18, Disagree: 1, Abstain: 1.

Background

This section does not reflect reality. In part it is more ambitious than reality, in part it is simply outdated.

The discussion about this subject may not have reached conclusion, but time for submitting proposals has almost run out.

Proposal

OLD RULE

1A.3 How the Rulebook is Updated

This publication should be updated after every Unicon. The IUF Rulebook Chair will head the committee, but may optionally name a sub-committee. The Rulebook Committee will officially start meeting at the close of the Unicon, though the Chairperson can open it before, to take advantage of having so many persons physically together. The Committee should finish their business and make their specific proposals within three (3) months of the close of the Unicon. If they need more time, they may ask the IUF President for a time extension. This is meant to be the only time that changes to the Rulebook are made, although exceptions are possible in extraordinary cases. The IUF President is responsible for making sure that the Rulebook committee stays focused and on schedule.

Anyone may submit a potential change to IUF Rulebook at any time. These will not be official proposals, but suggestions for potential topics during the next Rulebook session.

A forum will also be provided to discuss potential changes throughout the year. The Rulebook Committee voting time frame and official members of the Rulebook Committee, however, will still be determined by the IUF Rulebook Committee Chair and the IUF Executive Board.

NEW RULE

1A.3 How the Rulebook is Updated

This Rulebook should be updated after every Unicon. This is meant to be the only time that changes to the Rulebook are made, although exceptions are possible in extraordinary cases.

Updating the Rulebook is the responsibility of the IUF Rulebook Chair, who will head the Rulebook Committee, but may optionally name one or more sub-committees, e.g. for various Rulebook Chapters. The Rulebook Committee will officially start meeting at the close of the Unicon, though the Chairperson can open it before, to take advantage of having so many persons physically together.

The Rulebook Committee voting time frame and official members of the Rulebook Committee will be determined by the IUF Rulebook Committee Chair and the IUF Executive Board. The Committee should strive to finish their business and make their specific proposals to the IUF Executive Board within three months of the close of the Unicon. If they need more time, they may ask the IUF President for a time extension. The IUF President is responsible for making sure that the Rulebook committee stays focused and on schedule.

Anyone may submit a potential change to IUF Rulebook at any time through https://unicycling.org/contact/. These will not be official proposals, but suggestions for potential topics during the next Rulebook session.

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I have rearranged sentences and also made some changes to the content. Notably, I have deleted the sentence about a forum being provided, because until now this has not been done. OTOH, I have added a contact link where anyone can send suggestions for Rulebook changes.

References

Parent discussion: https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/146

Proposal 93: 12B.5.4 Definition Of “Cleaning” - requiring exiting in control

Committee: Trials

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 09, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Right now we do not require the rider to finish the line in control. This changes that rule.

Proposal

Old rule

12B.5.4 Definition Of “Cleaning”

Cleaning a section is defined as follows:

1. Riding into a section. This is defined as the moment a rider’s tire crosses over the start line.

2. Riding through the section without “dabbing”. Dabbing is defined as follows:

a. Allowing any part of the rider’s body to touch the ground or obstacle. If loose clothing brushes against the ground or obstacle but does not influence the rider’s balance, then this is acceptable (does not constitute a dab).

b. Allowing any part of the cycle except the tire, rim, spokes, crank arms, pedals, or bearing caps to touch the ground or obstacle.

c. Riding or hopping outside the boundaries of the defined section. The unicycle must be within the boundaries of the section at all times, even if the rider is in the air (for example, a rider cannot hop over a section boundary that turns a corner, even if they land back inside the section).

d. Breaking the flagging tape or other markers that are delineating a section boundary. Touching or stretching the tape does not constitute a dab, as long as the unicycle remains inside the section boundary.

e. Riding a section in any way that is not consistent with the instructions outlined for that problem.

3. Exiting the section. A rider exits a section when their wheel fully cross over the finish line, or are within a defined finish area (such as a taped circle on top of a boulder). There is no requirement to exit in control. If a rider falls across the defined finish line but manages to exit without dabbing, they have cleaned the section.

New Rule

12B.5.4 Definition Of “Cleaning”

Cleaning a section is defined as follows:

1. Riding into a section. This is defined as the moment a rider’s tire crosses over the start line.

2. Riding through the section without “dabbing”. Dabbing is defined as follows:

b. Allowing any part of the cycle except the tire, rim, spokes, crank arms, pedals, or bearing caps to touch the ground or obstacle.

e. Riding a section in any way that is not consistent with the instructions outlined for that problem.

3. Exiting the section. A rider exits a section when their wheel fully crosses over the finish line, or is within a defined finish area (such as a taped circle on top of a boulder). If there is no clearly defined finish area or finish line, the rider has deemed to have exited the section when they are back on the ground at the end of the section. The rider must finish in control as demonstrated by remaining mounted for a 3-second count from a judge after exiting the section.

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Only part 3, Exiting the section, is changed. It adds a sentence to describe what happens when there is no defined finish line or area. It also adds the requirement to stay in control for 3 seconds after finishing the section.

References

Proposal 67: Recommend in 1C.7 that "offered" age groups are published when registration opens

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 09, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

19 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 14, Disagree: 2, Abstain: 3.

Background

This proposal stems from discussion 88, as does proposal 53 (currently in review).

I have taken the liberty to rework the content of proposal 53 in this proposal, so that the thought flow is more logical, but of course without changing the essence of proposal 53 (assuming it passes).

Generally, competitors like to know about age groups at the time when they register. This proposal therefore recommends that hosts create a set of age groups for each discipline before registration opens, obviously within the rules for that discipline. These should be based on the maximum expected number of riders and their age spectrum. The reason that the maximum is specified, is that splitting age groups would rarely, if ever, have to be done.

Proposal

OLD RULE, assuming proposal 53 will pass

1C.7 Combining Age Groups

Age groups for events at the start of registration will follow their event rules. Hosts are allowed to expand (add) or compress (remove) age groups if allowed by the event rules. Age group changes must be published.

The final (combined) age groups for all competitions must be published at the latest seven days before the first day of the convention. Once published, age groups will not change even if competitors drop their events.

In a competition with more than 50 riders, six riders are needed to complete an age group. In competitions with less than 50 riders, six in each age group are still highly recommended, however three riders are the minimum to complete an age group. Riders generally enter all events with their age group except for events similar to artistic competitions where there are Junior Expert and Expert categories.

The convention host must combine age groups with less than six riders (three riders for smaller conventions) if needed. This means that published age groups are not guaranteed. This can be done on a per-event (= per-discipline) basis.

NEW RULE

1C.7 Age Groups

1C.7.1 Initial Age Groups

It is recommended that hosts publish ("offer") a set of initial age groups for each discipline before registration opens, based on the maximum expected number of riders and their age spectrum. When publishing, it must be made clear that these initial age groups are not necessarily final. Obviously, initial age groups must follow the event rules for each discipline.

1C.7.2 Combining Age Groups

Later in the registration period or after registration closes, final age groups will be created based on the initial age groups. This is done by combining initial age groups where needed, as follows:

In a competition with more than 50 riders, six riders are needed to complete an age group. In competitions with less than 50 riders, six in each age group are still highly recommended, however three riders are the minimum to complete an age group. Riders generally enter all events with their age group except for events similar to artistic competitions where there are Junior Expert and Expert categories.

The convention host must combine age groups with less than six riders (three riders for smaller conventions) if needed. This means that initial age groups are not guaranteed. The combining process can be done on a per-event (= per-discipline) basis.

When combining, combine the smallest age group (that is, the age group with the smallest number of participants) with its smallest neighboring age group (either up or down). If more than one age group is the smallest, choose the age group with the smallest neighbor for combining. Continue this process until all resulting age groups (combined and/or original) have at least the minimum required/recommended number of participants. Male age groups are never combined with female age groups.

In exceptional cases it may be decided to split initial age groups.

The final (combined) age groups for all competitions must be published at the latest seven days before the first day of the convention. Once published, age groups will not change even if competitors drop their events.

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See Background

References

https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/88

Proposal 81: Unicycle classes for Track racing

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 10, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 1.

Background

This proposal addresses several issues from Discussions 149 and 156.

Proposal

OLD RULE: [All changes are indicated for Chapter 2 but also apply to Chapter 3. These chapters will be merged anyways.]

2B.2 Unicycles

Only standard unicycles may be used. Riders may use different unicycles for different racing events, as long as all comply with the rules for events in which they are entered.

For events divided by wheel size, there is a maximum allowable tire diameter and minimum crank arm length for each category:

For any tire in question, its outside diameter must be accurately measured.

Crank arm length is measured from the center of the wheel axle to the center of the pedal axle. Longer sizes may be used.

In all track racing events on standard unicycles, shoes must not be fixed to the pedals in any way (no click-in pedals, toe clips, tape, magnets or similar).

2B.5 Wheel Size Categories

Wheel sizes for track racing are 20 Class, 24 Class and 29 Class. Additional groups for 16 Class or other wheels can be added. When not otherwise specified, 24 Class is the maximum wheel size above age 10. For age groups with a maximum age of 10 or younger, the maximum wheel size is 20 Class (or smaller, if smaller sizes are also used).

The youngest age group for 24 Class wheels should have a minimum age of 0, so riders 10 and younger have the option of racing on 24 Class with those groups (e.g. 0-13 or 14-16).

NEW RULE: [All changes are indicated for Chapter 2 but also apply to Chapter 3. These chapters will be merged anyways.]

2B.2 Unicycles

Only standard unicycles may be used. Riders may use different unicycles for different racing events, as long as all comply with the rules for events in which they are entered.

For events divided by wheel size, there is a allowable tire diameter range and minimum crank arm length for each Unicycle Class:

Any unicycles in question must be checked for compliance within their wheel class (wheel diameter, crank length and transmission), with the tire pressure that will be used in the race. Preferably, this check is carried out immediately before the race.

Crank arm length is measured from the center of the wheel axle to the center of the pedal axle. Longer sizes may be used.

In all track racing events on standard unicycles, shoes must not be fixed to the pedals in any way (no click-in pedals, toe clips, tape, magnets or similar).

2B.5 Wheel Size Categories

The youngest age group for 24 Class wheels should have a minimum age of 0, so riders 10 and younger have the option of racing on 24 Class with those groups (e.g. 0-8 on 20 Class, 9-10 on 20 Class, 0-13 on 24 Class).

Unless otherwise specified, it is allowed to ride in any particular Class with a unicycle that fully conforms to a smaller Class. E.g. a 20 Class unicycle is allowed in a 24 Class race.

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Made the allowable wheel size a range, so that any unicycle can only categorise in one Class at a time (or in no Class at all). Current exception: every unicycle falls by definition in Unlimited Class, even if it conforms to e.g. 24 Class.

Changed the rule for the compliance checking to include tire pressure, so that it corresponds to common practice.

Explicitly allows smaller Class unicycles in a race designed for a particular Class.

References

Parent discussion: https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/156

Some content derived from https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/149

Proposal 76: Chapter 15: Update of Basketball Rules

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 08, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

19 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 9.

Background

Long overdue update by French unicyclists.

I'm working on an update after the comments/suggestions people have made.

Proposal

See links.

Rules with changes highlighted. Green text is after discussion here.
Link

Rules only; green text is new.
Link

Body

Time for an update.

References

Proposal 53: 1C.7 Combining Age Groups - when to publish and combine

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 02, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

23 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 21, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 2.

Background

There are not clear guidelines on when age groups must be published.

And no guidelines on when combining age groups should be done if not enough people are signed up for an event.
This proposal only covers the second of these two issues.

Proposal

OLD:

1C.7 Combining Age Groups
In a competition with more than 50 riders, six riders are needed to complete an age group. [... ]

NEW:

1C.7 Combining Age Groups

In a competition with more than 50 riders, six riders are needed to complete an age group. [... unchanged beyond this sentence ...]

Body

This offers one change to clear up just one part of the age groups discussions that we need to have.

References

https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/88

Proposal 92: 7C.4.8 Nominating Freestyle Judges

Committee: Freestyle

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 09, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

10 out of 12 voting members have voted.

Agree: 10, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Clearing up how to count participants for Pairs and Groups to allocate judges.

Proposal

Old:

New:

7C.4.8 Nominating Freestyle Judges
Parties (Countries/Clubs) that participate at competitions must nominate judges in relation to the number of Artistic Freestyle participants they send (see table below). For the purpose of counting judges, an "Artistic Freestyle participant" is defined as a routine (example: If Country A has 3 Individual routines, 2 sets of Pairs routines, and 1 Small Group, then they have 6 participants and will need 2 judges). [ ... the rest of the paragraph is unchanged ...]

Body

See the discussion.

References

Proposal 54: 1C.2 Required Events at Unicon

Committee: Main Committee

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 02, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

23 out of 23 voting members have voted.

Agree: 23, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Current text is very outdated.

Items in brackets "[ ]" will change their words if pending proposals pass.

Also if the pending change to combine Chapters 2 and 3 passes; those changes should be added here.

Proposal

OLD:

1C.2 Required Events at Unicon
Unicon should include at least one event from each of the following event groups. Hosts are free to add events, age groups or variations that do not appear here, as long as there is no conflict with the existing rules. When in doubt contact the IUF Rules Committee.
• Track Racing: the required races from section 2D.5.
• Other Racing: Road, specialty/novelty races; see chapters 3 and 4.
• Team Games: Unicycle Hockey, Unicycle Basketball; see chapters 14 and 15.
• Field events: Long Jump, High Jump, Gliding/Coasting; see chapter 13 and chapter 3.
• Non-competition events: workshops, fun games, sightseeing rides, muni rides.
• Artistic events: Freestyle, Standard Skill, Flatland, Street; see chapters 7, 8, 10, and 11.
• Muni: Cross Country, Orienteering, Uphill, Downhill, Trials; see chapter 5 and chapter 12.

NEW:

The following events are required at Unicon. Hosts are free to add events or variations that do not appear here, as long as there is no conflict with existing rules. If hosts are unable or unwilling to include any of these events, they must petition the IUF Board according to their Host Agreement and section 1A.1.1.

Required events:
• Track (Racing & Other events): 100m, 400m, 800m, One Foot, Wheel Walk, and IUF Slalom, coasting, relay (4x100), see chapters 2, and 3.
• Road Racing: at least two races, see specific requirements in chapter 4.
• Muni: Cross Country, Uphill, Downhill, Cyclocross; see chapters 5 and 6.
• Freestyle events: Artistic (Individual, Pairs, Small Group, Large Group), X-Style; see chapters 7, 8, and 9.
• Urban: Flatland, [Slopestyle] Street, Trials, all Jumps events; see chapters 10, 11, 12, 13.
• Team Sports: Unicycle Hockey, Unicycle Basketball; see chapters 14 and 15.
• Non-competition events: workshops, judging training,

Recommended additional events:
• Track (Racing & Other events): Slow Races/Balance [Renaming in progress], Downhill gliding
• Road Racing: a third event
• Team Sports: Unicycle Hockey B Tournament, Unicycle Basketball B Tournament
• Additional novel or experimental events
• Non-competition events: additional workshops, fun games, social events, sightseeing rides, muni rides.

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Most of the text is changed and updated.

References

Proposal 69: Various changes to starting rules

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 07, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

8 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 8, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

There are no essential changes but the new rule should be a lot clearer.

A lot of text from 2C.3 has been moved to 2B.8, with some changes for clarity and perspective.

Proposal

OLD RULE:

2B.6.7 Starting

Riders start mounted, holding onto a starting post or other support. Unicycle riders need to be leaning forward before the starting gun fires, so the Starter will give a four-count start. Example: “One, two, three, BANG!” This allows riders to predict the timing of the gun, for a fair start.

As an alternative a start-beep apparatus can be used. In that case we have a six-count start. Example: “beep - beep -beep - beep - beep - buup!” The timing between beeps is one second. The first 5 beeps have all the same frequency. The final tone (buup) has a higher frequency, so that the racer can easily distinguish this tone from the rest. The proper moment to start is the beginning of the final tone.

Riders start with the fronts of their tires (forward most part of wheel) behind the edge of the starting line that is farthest from the finish line. Rolling starts are not permitted in any race. However, riders may start from behind the starting line if they wish, provided all other starting rules are followed. Riders may lean before the gun fires, but their wheels may not move forward at any time. Rolling back is allowed, but nothing forward.
Riders may place starting posts in the location most comfortable for them, as long as it doesn’t interfere with other riders.

2B.6.8 False Starts

A false start occurs if a rider’s wheel moves forward before the start signal, or if one or more riders are forced to dismount due to interference from another rider or other source.

2C.3 Starter Responsibilities

There should be about 3/4 second between each element in the count, with the same amount of time between each of them. Starters should practice this before the races begin. Timing of the count is very important for an accurate start. This count can be in the local language, or a language agreed upon before competition starts.

As an alternative a start-beep apparatus can be used. In that case we have a six-count start. Example: “beep - beep -beep - beep - beep - buup!” The timing between beeps is one second. The first 5 beeps have all the same frequency. The final tone (buup) has a slightly higher frequency, so that the racer can easily distinguish this tone from the rest.

If a heat has to be restarted, the Starter will immediately recall the riders, for example by firing a gun or blowing a whistle or other clear and predefined signal. It is only the earliest false starting rider who gets assigned this false start and might get disqualified.

There are two options on how to deal with false starts:

• One False Start Allowed Per Rider: In case of a false start, the heat is restarted. Any rider(s) who caused their personal first false start may start again. Any rider(s) causing their personal second false start are disqualified.

• One False Start Allowed Per Heat: In case of a false start, the heat is restarted. For the first false start of a particular heat, all riders may start again. Thereafter, any rider(s) causing a false start are disqualified. This option should not be used without an electronic false start monitoring system.

NEW RULE:

2B.6.7 Starting

This procedure is used for all Track Races, unless noted otherwise.

Riders start mounted, holding onto a starting post or other support.

Usually, a start-beep apparatus is used. This provides a six-count start: “beep - beep -beep - beep - beep - buup!” The timing between (the start of) successive beeps is one second. The first five beeps have all the same sound frequency. The final tone (buup) has a higher frequency, so that the competitors can easily distinguish this tone from the rest. The proper moment to start is the beginning of the final tone.

As an alternative, the Starter will give a three-count start before firing a starting gun on the fourth count. Example: “One, two, three, BANG!” The time between each of these elements should be the same, and approximately 3/4 seconds. This allows riders to predict the timing of the gun, for a fair start.

Riders start with the fronts of their tires (forward most part of wheel) behind the edge of the starting line that is farthest from the finish line. Rolling starts are not permitted in any race. Riders may start from behind the starting line if they wish, provided all other starting rules are followed. Riders may lean before the start, but their wheels may not move forward during the start beeps or counting down. Rolling back is allowed. Riders may place starting posts in the location most comfortable for them, as long as it doesn’t interfere with other riders.

2B.6.8 False starts

A false start occurs if a rider’s wheel moves forward before the start signal, or if one or more riders are forced to dismount due to interference from another rider or other source.

If a heat has to be restarted, the Starter will immediately recall the riders, for example by blowing a whistle or other clear and predefined signal. Only the earliest false starting rider gets assigned this false start and the associated warning or disqualification.

There are two options on how to deal with false starts:

• One False Start Allowed Per Heat: After a first false start of a particular heat, all riders may start again. Thereafter, any rider(s) causing a false start are disqualified for this event. This option should not be used without an electronic false start monitoring system."

• One False Start Allowed Per Rider: After a first false start of a particular heat, the rider in question receives a warning, and the heat is restarted with all riders. Any rider(s) causing their personal second false start are disqualified for this event.

2C.3 Starter Responsibilities

Most Starter Responsibilities follow from the text in 2B.6.7, Starting and 2B.6.8, False Starts.

If a verbal (spoken) count is used, there should be about 3/4 second between each element in the count, with the same amount of time between each of them. Starters should practice this before the races begin. Timing of the count is very important for an accurate start. This count can be in the local language, or a language agreed upon before competition starts.

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See discussion 142

References

https://iuf-rulebook-2018.committees.unicycling-software.com/discussions/142

Proposal 66: 11B.8 Finals

Committee: Street

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 06, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 11 voting members have voted.

Agree: 8, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 1.

Background

Tried to word this better

Proposal

11B.8 Finals

The top 5 or 6 riders will be chosen to participate in the finals, which should be a few hours later, or the next day. Finals should preferably not be before noon, because we want a lot of spectators, and we want to riders to have a chance to warm up and be ready to be at their best. In the finals, the same 3 zones will be used, and all riders will go at the same time for 12 to 15 minutes in each zone. (Depending on the possible time window the host can decide to reduce the time but 10 minutes is the minimum.) The riders are assigned an order and they may only attempt a trick when it is their turn. The order should be presented in writing as well as announced before the competition. Riders may choose to skip their turn in the event of an injury or any other reason. There will be 5 judges in the finals, and these can be made up from some of the judges of prelims, or even riders that did not make it into the finals.

11B.8 Finals

The top 6 riders will compete in a finals round held greater than 3 hours after the preliminary rounds. To ensure riders have adequate warm up time and to increase spectator numbers the final round should preferably be held in the afternoon/evening. In the finals, the same 3 zones may be used, with riders competing simultaneously with a minimum of 10 minutes and maximum of 15 minutes in each zone. The riders will be assigned an order and may only attempt a trick when it is their turn. The order should be presented in writing as well as announced before the competition. Riders may choose to skip their turn in the event of an injury or any other reason. There will be 5 judges in the finals. Judges can include preliminary round judges as well as riders that did not make the finals round.

Body

Worded better.

the same 3 zones may be used indicating that the course can be changed for finals.

Put in top 6 riders most large competitions this should be fine. Most small competitions don't use exact ruleset due to low numbers/judging quality or whatever.

References

Proposal 59: Accuracy of published results (new rule)

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 10, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

Proposal

Old Rule:

No rule

New Rule:

2D.10 Accuracy of results

For all track races, unless the time is an exact 0.01 second, the time shall be converted and recorded to the next longer 0.01 second, e.g. 14.533 s shall be recorded as 14.54 s.
In the event that there is a tie where an award and/or a place in the final is at stake, if a Photo Finish system was used, the image of this system shall be used to decide on the placings. In this case, the note (Photo Finish: +0.00X) is printed on the results list next to the official time. In other cases it shall be determined to be a tie and the tie shall remain and gets published as such.

Example: If two riders have reached a time of 0:07.08 and the image of the Photo Finish System shows a difference of 0.006 seconds, the following will be printed on the result list:
1st Place Rider 1 0:07.08
2nd Place Rider 2 0:07.08 (Photo finish: +0.006)

3D.3 Accuracy of results

For all Gliding and Coasting disciplines where the distance is mesuared, unless the distance is an exact 0.1 meter, the distance shall be converted and recorded to the next shorter 0.1 meter, e.g. 34.56 m shall be recorded as 34.5 m.
When two riders reach the same distance, it shall be determined to be a tie and the tie shall remain and gets published as such.

For all Slow disciplines (3B.6.4, 3B.6.5, 3B.6.6) and Stillstand (3B.6.7), unless the time is an exact 0.1 second, the time shall be converted and recorded to the next shorter 0.1 second.
When two riders reach the same time, it shall be determined to be a tie and the tie shall remain and gets published as such.

For all other events mentioned in this chapter, unless the time is an exact 0.01 second, the time shall be converted and recorded to the next longer 0.01 second.
In the event that there is a tie where an award and/or a place in the final is at stake, if a Photo Finish system was used, the image of this system shall be used to decide on the placings. In this case, the note (Photo Finish: +0.00X) is printed on the results list next to the official time. In other cases it shall be determined to be a tie and the tie shall remain and gets published as such.

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For more information and the the improvement of the proposal please look and comment into discussion#113: "Accuracy of published results (new rule)".

References

Proposal 57: Judging the 5 meter line in the one-foot race

Committee: Track

Vote Summary:

Passed on June 05, 2019

Votes on this proposal:

9 out of 10 voting members have voted.

Agree: 9, Disagree: 0, Abstain: 0.

Background

The text in 2B.6.4. is not internally consistent

Proposal

OLD RULE:

2B.6.4 One Foot Race

NEW RULE:

2B.6.4 One Foot Race

Riders may pedal with both feet for the first 5 meters, but must be pedaling with only one foot after crossing the 5m line. The non-pedalling foot must have left the pedal when the tire contact point crosses the 5m line on the track. The non-pedaling foot may or may not be braced against the unicycle fork.

Body

This proposal stems mainly from Discussion #87 in the Main Committee.

Note that the one italicised sentence under NEW RULE replaces two sentences in the OLD RULE.