The UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) has determined that the model year 2010 Giant Trinity Advanced SL is no longer in compliance with its technical regulations. This latest decision is a reversal of the governing organization’s earlier agreement that the frame, fork and aerodynamic “AeroDrive” components were all in compliance. This ruling pertains specifically to UCI-governed time-trial competition and does not apply to non UCI-governed time trial events or triathlon competition of any level.

For U.S.- based events, this recent UCI ruling will be superseded by USA Cycling regulations — meaning that all owners of a 2010 Trinity Advanced SL will be allowed to compete in all domestic time trial events for the remainder of the 2010 season. More information on this U.S. specific ruling can be found in the link below:
http://velonews.competitor.com/2010/04/industry-news/usa-cycling-press-release-on-aero-equipment-rules_111180

As a result of the UCI’s decision, the Giant-sponsored Rabobank Professional Cycling Team is testing a UCI-compliant version of the Trinity Advanced SL. With final verification from the UCI, this second-generation Trinity Advanced SL may see commercial production for the 2011 model year. Additional information will be presented in conjunction with the launch of the updated Trinity Advanced SL.

All United States consumers who have purchased 2010 Trinity Advanced SL may continue to compete in USA Cycling sanctioned events, at least, until January 1, 2011. Should USA Cycling decide to uphold the UCI’s compliance ruling, Giant USA will determine an appropriate course of action to take for those consumers who are affected.

Since the majority of these bicycles have most likely been sold to triathletes, it’s important to emphasize again that the UCI ruling does NOT in any way affect the “legality” of the Giant Trinity Advanced SL in triathlon competition. Triathletes who own a Giant Trinity Advanced SL should feel confident that their bicycles can be used in competition worldwide.