H2 (classification)
H2 is a Paralympic cycling classification. The Union Cycliste Internationale recommends this be coded as MH2 or WH2.[1]
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Definition
PBS defined this classification as "Athletes with higher function and stability are in classes H2 and H3, and H4 is for athletes who can kneel on the handcycle."[2] In 2012, UCI defined this classification broadly as: "Tetraplegia C7/C8 and severe athetosis / ataxia / dystonia".[3] The Telegraph defined this classification in 2011 as "H 1-4: Athletes on handcycles, with lower limb dysfunctions and limited stability" [4]
The cycle
This classification can use an AP2 recumbent, which is a competition cycle that is reclined at 30 degrees and has a rigid frame. This classification can also use an AP3 hand cycle which is inclined at 0 degrees and is reclined on a rigid competition frame.[5]
Classification history
Cycling first became a Paralympic sport at the 1988 Summer Paralympics.[6] In September 2006, governance for para-cycling passed from the International Paralympic Committee's International Cycling Committee to UCI at a meeting in Switzerland. When this happened, the responsibility of classifying the sport also changed.[7]
Rankings
This classification has UCI rankings for elite competitors.[8]
Becoming classified
Classification is handled by Union Cycliste Internationale.[9] Classification for the UCI Para-Cycling World Championships is completed by at least two classification panels. Members of the classification panel must not have a relationship with the cyclist and must not be involved in the World Championships in any other role than as classifier.[10] In national competitions, the classification is handled by the national cycling federation.[10] Classification often has three components: physical, technical and observation assessment.[10]
See also
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