South African rider Willie Smit was stripped of his place in the Tour of Magnificent Qinghai on Thursday after event officials said his video‑recording glasses breached UCI regulations.
Smit called the decision unfair.
He cited the Tour de France where pros are allowed to film with like devices.
He said the rule shows uneven enforcement across events.
The disqualification followed a quick recording check.
The UCI has as yet responded to his complaint.
The incident has sparked talk among riders about rule consistency.