Over 650 cyclists have registered for the second last build up ride this weekend ahead of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge, with the big race set to take place on 12 December.
The Duabi Cycle Challenge, its fourth since its inception in 2010, is a 92km ride around the roads and past the iconic landmarks of Dubai. The event is set to attract over 2,000 cycling enthusiasts from all over the world, four times more than the number of participants four years ago.
With the numbers growing with each build-up ride, preparations are well underway as cyclists of all abilities from around the region and overseas ready themselves for the most popular mass participation cycle challenge in the Middle East.
The Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge started in 2010, and now attracts cycling enthusiasts from all over the world. This year more than 2,000 riders are expected to enter – four times more than took part when the event was launched, and organisers are delighted that so many cyclists use the build-up rides to prepare themselves for the 92km ride around the roads and past the iconic landmarks of Dubai.
The build-up rides increase in distance each time in preparation for the full 92 km challenge, with the third ride this Friday, 31 October on a 65 km course, and the final one on 28 November over 85km, both held at the Dubai Cycling Course.
With the numbers growing for each ride, organisers are delighted that the build-up rides are providing strong motivation for people to get involved and to prepare well for the big race.
"Whether you are a serious rider or just love cycling it’s a great to be part of such an amazing event," organisers said today.
"It’s a great idea to join in the last two build-up rides so you feel comfortable in a group of the day. It’s also a good way to test your fitness, and to meet other people taking part.”
In addition, due to the increasing popularity of the event, the Challenge will consist of an expanded program catering for all ages, which will see two junior races take place prior to the official event.
“We’ve had great demand to include rides for under 16 year olds, and we are happy to announce that there will be two junior races on the day before the big one.
"So now there’s something for all the family in a full weekend of cycling, with the two Junior Challenge races for 7-11 year olds and 12-16 year olds on Thursday 11 December, and the Mini Rides for under 6s and the Spinneys 92 itself on Friday 12 December."
