Alterations that exceed the width, length, or thickness of the suit will have what effect?

Alterations that exceed the width, length, or thickness of the suit will have what effect?

• A. It will be illegal
• B. It may be allowed with approval
• C. It requires replacement of the suit
• D. It will be considered cosmetic

Answer: (A)

Alterations that push the suit beyond its approved dimensions change how the gear supports the body and could create an unfair advantage, so in USAPL that makes the suit illegal to use in competition. The rules specify that equipment must stay within set width, length, and thickness limits, and referees will disallow a suit that exceeds those measurements. If a suit is found to exceed limits, it must not be used on the platform and the lifter would need a legally sized suit. Minor adjustments that stay within the allowed dimensions are acceptable, but anything beyond is not permitted.

Alterations that push the suit beyond its approved dimensions change how the gear supports the body and could create an unfair advantage, so in USAPL that makes the suit illegal to use in competition. The rules specify that equipment must stay within set width, length, and thickness limits, and referees will disallow a suit that exceeds those measurements. If a suit is found to exceed limits, it must not be used on the platform and the lifter would need a legally sized suit. Minor adjustments that stay within the allowed dimensions are acceptable, but anything beyond is not permitted.