Starting at Last Exit Al Qudra, the challenge will take participants through the stunning Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve on a world class, made for the purpose cycle track.

Proceeds from Al Marmoom Women’s Cycling Challenge 2019 are dedicated to Al Jalila Foundation’s Farah program to support children’s treatment in the UAE.

Free entry for people of determination with SANAD Card. Please email your entry details and copy of SANAD Card to info@womenscycling.ae

Teams of 4+ participants may enter. All team members must register individually within the same race distance and mention Team name during registration process. Each member of a team will pay their individual entry fee. Top 3 finishers in each team will be ranked.

Al Marmoom Women's Cycling Challenge is a cycling event open to women and girls. It is for elite cyclists, recreational riders and novices. It promotes women’s aspirations in the UAE and encourages women and girls of all abilities in the UAE to participate in the regions only cycling race dedicated to women.

Regulation helmets must be worn. No helmet, no ride
Every Rider requires a bib number and be registered
Every rider must at all times display her race number legibly and ensure it is pinned on to the shirt back
Every rider must ride carefully and with due regard to the safety of other cyclists
Every rider must immediately comply with the instructions of a marshal or member of the organizing team
Every rider must bring hydration and sun protection. Riders should drink plenty of fluids before, during and after the event
Every rider must wear appropriate clothing and footwear
Undertake a proper training regime to prepare for the Event
All riders are recommended to have their own personal accident or health insurance
Riders who do not start on their respective flag-off time, may be disqualified and not be allowed onto the course
Riders must not ride dangerously or negligently
Riders must permit faster riders to overtake without obstructing
Riders must not use mobile music devices while rid

There will be designated areas for spectators to view the start and finish as well on the route.

The Riders Village situated at the Last Exit in Al Qudra, offers fun and refreshments for the whole family, including medical screening and food outlets.

There will be a medical team at the Riders Village as well as first aid and safety officers at each check point as well as first responders available along the route. The health and safety of the participants is paramount.

The route will have checkpoints every 8-10 km depending on the terrain and will offer hydration and medical assistance.

Please see the Event Location link opposite:

5:00 AM - Open registration \ Bag drop off \ Open Riders Village
6:05 AM - Close registration
6:15 AM - Race briefing & Warm up
6:30 AM - Race starts
9:30 AM - Awards ceremony
11:00 PM - Close Riders Village \ Baggage drop off \ The Al Marmoom Women's Cycling Challenge ends
Please note:
Participants are advised to arrive at least one hour before their race starts

Below 18 years of age, participants must obtain parent’s/guardian’s consent to take part.
Photo ID and proof of age will be required to verify the age categories entered.

Age categories:
All UAE nationals, UAE residents and residents from outside the UAE may enter

Under 13 (may be accompanied by an adult)
13-15 years
16-19 years
20-39 years
40-49 years
50 + years

Teams:
Adults
Youth
Juniors

Teams of 4+ participants may enter
Top 3 finishers in each team will be ranked
Cycling with friends, family and colleagues is fun and rewarding