Dubai Women's Cycling Challenge promotes women’s aspirations in the UAE and encourages women and girls of all ages and abilities to participate in the region’s only cycling race dedicated to women.
The Challenge is open to riders who wish to race as well as recreational riders and novices.
The race will take participants through the stunning Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve on a made for the purpose Al Qudra Cycle Track.
Race, ride and enjoy the scenery of one of the most beautiful desert terrains in the world, taking in the landscape and protected wildlife.
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.
#HerCyclingChallenge

• Where is Dubai Women's Cycling Challenge?

  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.

• Does Dubai Women's Cycling Challenge support any organization?

  Proceeds from Dubai Women’s Cycling Challenge 2020 are donated by the organizer to Al Jalila Foundation’s Farah program to support children’s treatment in the UAE.

• Can people of determination take part?

  Free entry for people of determination with SANAD Card. Please email your entry details and copy of SANAD Card to [email protected]

• How do I enter a team?

  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.

• What is #hercyclingchallenge?

  Dubai 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.

• Are there safety requirements for riders?

  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

• Will there be spectators area?

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

• Where will the Riders Village be situated?

  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.

• What medical facilities will be available?

  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.

• Will there be any checkpoint on route?

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

• How do i get to Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve?

  Please see the Event Location link opposite:

• What is the event program?

  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 AM - Close Riders Village \ Baggage drop off \ The Dubai Women's Cycling Challenge ends
  Please note:
  Participants are advised to arrive at least one hour before their race starts

• What are the race/ride categories?

  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
  Top 3 finishers in each team will be ranked

• How is this event handling Covid19 related concerns?

  The event will follow the guidelines and protocols of the UAE Ministry of Health & Prevention and Dubai Health Authority to ensure that every precautionary measure is implemented and adhered to.
  We will act vigilantly to safeguard the wellbeing of everyone involved and attending the event.
  There will be temperature checks for all participants and event crew on arrival at the event registration area.