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This helmet was worn by BMX legend Harry Leary during the 2017 BMX World Championships sanctioned by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI). Even decades after helping define the early era of BMX racing, Leary continued to compete at the international level, demonstrating his lasting dedication to the sport. Artifacts such as this helmet highlight the longevity of Leary’s racing career and his continued presence in BMX competition across multiple generations.
The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) BMX World Championships bring together riders from around the world to compete for international titles across multiple age and skill classes.
| Field | Published record |
|---|---|
| Artifact ID | 26.0030 |
| Artifact name | Harry Leary’s 2017 UCI Worlds Championship Helmet |
| Category | Helmet |
| Source | Leary Locker |
| Collection | Lititz BMX Archive |
| Location | Lititz, Pennsylvania |
| Source evidence status | original_page_capture |
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