UCI using x-rays to test for motors at the Tour de France

Time trial bikes tested using an x-ray machine on stage 13

uci x-ray motor check

Cycling's governing body the UCI today used x-rays to test for bikes at the Tour de France stage 13 time trial, part of its move to widen the number of methods used to prevent and detect so-called technological fraud.

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Henry Robertshaw began his time at Cycling Weekly working with the tech team, writing reviews, buying guides and appearing in videos advising on how to dress for the seasons. He later moved over to the news team, where his work focused on the professional peloton as well as legislation and provision for cycling. He's since moved his career in a new direction, with a role at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.