TRAINING RIDES

This is the best event to train and get your fitness level up before embarking on the long Friday Club Rides.

The Tuesday and Sunday training rides start around 6:00pm to about 9:30pm and are held on the roads at Nadd Al Sheba and Meydan. You can expect a mix of up to 50 riders which split into groups according to fitness level and speed. Feel free to go at your own pace or join one of the groups at any time.

The Nadd Al Sheba loop was closed to cyclists for a few months during Dec/Jan 2008. It has now re-opened but to avoid cyclists being banned again from using the circuit, please read the guidelines for cycling in Nadd Al Sheba.

Also check out the Cycle Challenge website for training possibilities at the Dubai Autodrome, Sharjah Velodrome and Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. Cycle Challenge also organises training rides during the week near Al Qudra Road and there is a popular recovery ride on Saturdays from Al Qudra Road to Bab Al Shams and back.

If you want to take your children or train yourself on a car free circuit then the 8km loop at the old camel track in Meydan is the place to go. Cycle during the day as there are no lights at night. Click here for a map

For further information about the rides please email Josh or tel : +971-4-3394453

Nadd Al Sheba/Meydan Route Long Route: 25 km

Nadd Al Sheba/Meydan Road Short Loop