Manufacturers were aware aero handlebar contradicted regulations, says UCI following rider disqualification

The UCI statement appears to contradict sentiment shared by the team, Beat Cycling, following use of the Speeco aero handlebar

Jan-Willem van Schip at the 2021 Belgium Tour stage three
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The UCI has issued a statement claiming that Speeco, manufacturers of the Aero Breakaway Bar (ABB), was aware that its handlebar contradicted UCI regulations - after a rider was disqualified from the Belgium Tour for using them. 

The handlebar, which utilises a unique shape to allow a rider to adopt an aero crouch whilst resting their forearms on the tops, caused a stir when ridden by Beat Cycling Team’s Jan-Willem van Schip in the breakaway on stage three.

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Michelle Arthurs-Brennan

Michelle Arthurs-Brennan the Editor of Cycling Weekly website. An NCTJ qualified traditional journalist by trade, Michelle began her career working for local newspapers. She's worked within the cycling industry since 2012, and joined the Cycling Weekly team in 2017, having previously been Editor at Total Women's Cycling. Prior to welcoming her daughter in 2022, Michelle raced on the road, track, and in time trials, and still rides as much as she can - albeit a fair proportion indoors, for now.