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RACE INFORMATION
RACE INFORMATION
RESULT
RESULT
The Result will be available immediately after the Race is Completed.
LOCATION
LOCATION
Location of Start & Registration: Google Map Link.
FACILITIES
FACILITIES
There are no toilets, showers, or changing facilities at the venue. The nearest accessible restroom is in Woqod Al Thakira and Al Meera Al Thakira
Off-road parking is available. Please park away from the Start and the Finish Zone.
A bike mechanic will be on hand to assist with mechanical problems or adjustments.
Warm Up Zone is available, Please respect your fellow race participants by NOT warming up on the race route while the race is in progress.
EVENT TIMING
EVENT TIMING
27-October (Friday)
05:30 AM to 06:30 AM - Sign on at the event
06:30 AM - Mandatory race briefing - all races
06:45 AM - Group A: Men Elite Start - 4 Laps (98.8 km)
06:55 AM - Group B: Men Amateur Start - 3 Laps (74 km)
06:55 AM - Group C & D Together: Women + Cadets & Cubs Start - 2 Laps (49 km)
09:45 AM - Est. Medal Ceremony
RACES & GRADES
RACES & GRADES
Starting this season, QCF will introduce age group categories designed to provide a more inclusive and competitive experience to all participants, while retaining the ability-based grading approach for the Men Elite/ Open category.
Men Elite/Open Category Grading Guide:
Any national team riders and elite athletes from any visiting country, whether active or inactive, MUST ASSIGN THEMSELVES to the Men Elite category. Failure to comply will result in immediate disqualification.
Grade A riders (whether they won a podium or not) from the previous season should register themselves in the Elite/Open category.
Grade B riders who had won any podium position from any of the previous races from the previous two seasons (2021/2022 & 2022/2023) should register themselves to the Elite/Open category.
Don't be a sandbagger! Any rider who averaged 39kph or higher during the previous races should enter the Elite/Open Category.
The organizer reserves the right to place any competitor in a deemed appropriate race grade based on all known results and other performance data.
GROUP A (Men Elite)
GROUP A (Men Elite)
Men Elite/Open (19 & Up)
4 Laps - 98.8 km, expected speed of winner: 38 kph and Above
GROUP B (Men Amateur)
GROUP B (Men Amateur)
Men Juniors (17-18), Men Amateur U40 (19-39), Men Masters (40-49), Men Veterans (50 & Up),
3 Laps - 74 km
GROUP C (Women)
GROUP C (Women)
Women U40 (19-39), Women 40+ (40 & Up)
2 Laps - 49.4 km
GROUP D (Cadets & Cubs)
GROUP D (Cadets & Cubs)
Cadets U17 (15-16)
Cubs U15 (13-14)
2 Laps - 49.4 km
Note on Cadets & Cubs: GEARS ARE OPEN (No restriction on Gear Ratio)
Note for Group C (Women): Depending on the registration figures, if the Group has less than 12 participants, Group C and Group D will be combined as one group.
AWARDS & PRIZES
AWARDS & PRIZES
- GROUP A Elite:
Podium Awards & Cash Prizes only for 1st, 2nd & 3rd
- GROUP B MEN overall:
Podium Awards & Cash Prizes only for 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Individual Medals in GROUP B:
1st Junior U19
1st Amateur U40
1st Masters
1st Veterans
- GROUP C WOMEN overall:
Podium Awards & Cash Prizes only for 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Individual Medals in GROUP C:
1st Women U40
1st Women 40+
- GROUP D YOUNG RIDERS Overall:
Podium Awards & Cash Prizes only for 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Individual Medals in GROUP D:
1st Cadet U17
1st Cubs U15
Note: Cash Prizes are awarded only for each race group's overall podium winners.
ROUTE
ROUTE
ROUTE
ROUTE
The route is almost flat, with a lap distance of 24.7 KM
Arrow signs will mark the race route. Route Marshals will be positioned on some critical points. Traffic Police will be at the site to assist.
DISTANCES & LAP REQUIREMENTS
Group A (Men Elite/Open): 4 Laps - 98.8 km
Group B (Men Jr, Amateurs U40, Masters, & Veterans): 3 Laps - 74 km
Group C (Women): 2 laps - 49 km
Group D (Cadets & Cubs): 2 laps - 49 km
RACE TERMINATION: The race ends once the leader completes the lap required.
Safety Notices
Safety Notices
Beware of Drifting Sand and construction Debris on the road.
THIS IS NOT A CLOSED-ROAD EVENT, but it will be controlled by Traffic Police. You must follow the normal road rules and be aware of other road users.
RULES & ELIGIBILITY
RULES & ELIGIBILITY
ELIGIBILITY
ELIGIBILITY
The races are open to anyone. It is not necessary to have a Qatar ID or be a resident of Qatar. However, Visiting Athletes from another country should notify us, provide proper identification, and subject themselves to screening.
EQUIPMENT
EQUIPMENT
This race is for Road Bikes only. TT and triathlon bikes are not allowed, and clip-on aero bars must be removed.
Clipless pedals and cycling shoes are mandatory for safety purposes.
IMPORTANT RULES
IMPORTANT RULES
FOLLOW THE COURSE - Marshals and signs are there to help, but it's your responsibility to follow the course. Typically, races follow the road rules. That means staying in the right lane and taking roundabouts anti-clockwise unless indicated by signage or race briefing.
UNOFFICIAL VEHICLES ARE NOT ALLOWED TO JOIN THE RACE - Only Authorized and official support vehicles are allowed to be on the race course and follow the race. Spectators and team support cars are not allowed on the course and must not follow the race.
YOUR BIKE MUST BE SAFE - Your race will be over before it starts if you show up with a bike equipped with aero bars or unplugged bar ends. The official will also look at brakes, headset, and tire wear when there is a bike check.
RIDE SAFELY RESPECTING OTHERS - Riding in an aero position, Unnecessary braking, riding without care, or forceful physical contact is all dangerous. Riders deemed as the direct, indirect, or even just potential cause of an accident may be pulled from the race. You must practice before joining a race if you lack experience riding in a group.
WEAR A HELMET
DON'T JOIN ANOTHER RACE - In multi-lap races such as criteriums, you may not gain an advantage by joining riders who did not start at the same time as you started. In any race, if you are dropped, you may join riders from other grades but may not play an active part in their race, e.g., be the lead rider, close down breaks, etc.
DON'T GAIN ADVANTAGE FROM A VEHICLE - Drafting a passing truck, police, or support vehicle is cheating. Should you stop for a mechanical problem, stop on the right side of the road and wait for assistance from official support vehicles. You can get mechanical assistance from them. Still, they are not allowed to give draft assistance if you have been dropped, and you are not permitted draft, to ride in the vehicle or hold any part of the vehicle.
LITTERING - Can you get a DQ for throwing a gel wrapper? Yes. Police support and use of many venues depend on leaving the course clean. Littering is taken very seriously.
DON'T RIDE WITH HEADPHONES - You need your full attention on the race and awareness of what is happening around you. You must not use a phone, listen to music, use headphones, or be distracted by any other device while riding.
LISTEN TO THE RACE BRIEFING - Race briefings emphasize the essential safety points on the course. Nine times out of ten, they repeat stuff you already read in the race information, but sometimes there are last-minute changes that are vital to know about. If they are about safety or course changes, you could easily find yourself with a DQ. If English isn't your first language, study the race information, read the rule book, listen to the briefing extra carefully, and ask if you need help understanding. Not knowing is no excuse.
SUPPORT VEHICLE
SUPPORT VEHICLE
Each group is accompanied by an official support car which can provide water and assistance to reach the finish in case a rider is unable to continue.
Official Support cars will stay with the main bunch, so if you are dropped, you can get help from the car in the group behind or the "Broom Wagon" at the back of the field.
In case of a mechanical problem, stop on the right side of the road and wait for assistance. Once fixed, you can continue your race, but you are not allowed to receive assistance from any moving vehicle (draft behind or hold any part of the vehicle.)
You cannot take assistance from any moving vehicle. Ask the driver to stop if necessary. An Official Support car in the race is required to provide assistance to any rider.
Only an Official Support Vehicle will be allowed to follow the race. Spectators' Vehicles and Team Support Cars must not follow the race for safety purposes.
Team Managers can leave any spare wheels in the official support cars (i.e., Mechanic Support & Broom Wagon).
COMPLAINTS & PROTESTS
COMPLAINTS & PROTESTS
Complaints should be submitted within 15 minutes of the end of the race to the race jury using a form that will be available at the finish line.
It will assist with your complaints if:
You can provide solid evidence.
You can identify the rider BY NUMBER.
You can be as precise as possible about the details.
You have your complaint corroborated by a witness.
Where possible, complaints will be assessed by a UCI-qualified official and one other race official. Team Managers may also be involved if deemed appropriate.
APPEALS
APPEALS
Protested riders or officials have the right to appeal any complaint made against you before a final decision is made.
The Jury's decision is final, and you should respect their decision.
RACE DAY SIGN-ON
RACE DAY SIGN-ON
At the sign-on desk, you sign your name to confirm your attendance, pay any outstanding fees if necessary and collect your timing chip and race number. PLEASE RETURN BOTH (Timing Chip & Race Number) AT THE END OF YOUR RACE.
It is mandatory that all participants provide their ID (QID or Passport) in order to claim the race kit. NO EXEMPTION.
ENTRY FEES
ENTRY FEES
CARD PAYMENT on race day. Please bring your debit or credit card.
100 QAR - Registration fee for 19 y/o and UP
50 QAR - Registration fee for Juniors, Cadets and Cubs
150 QAR - Late Entry Fee (after deadline registration)
TO MAKE EVERYTHING WORK SMOOTHLY
TO MAKE EVERYTHING WORK SMOOTHLY
Know your race number by checking the START LIST (will be available by February 16)
Collect your own race number and timing chip.
Have your QCF License or Qatar ID ready as a deposit for your timing chip.
ATTACHING THE TIMING CHIP
ATTACHING THE TIMING CHIP
We use chip timing to produce results. Your chip must be attached correctly to guarantee that you will receive lap & finish time and rank.
Use cable ties to securely fasten the timing chip at the bottom of either fork.
Be careful not to wrap cable ties through the spokes.
You may not get a reading if the timing transponder is placed higher on the fork, in your pocket, or on the handlebar.
Cut off excess cable ties for neatness and to prevent interference with spokes.
NUMBER PLACEMENT
NUMBER PLACEMENT
You MUST wear a number, which must not be cut or folded.
Backup timing relies on being able to read your number.
Pin your number where it can be seen. Pin your number at the bottom of your shirt over the center or Right Pocket so it can be read from behind.
ENTRY
ENTRY
100 QAR - Registration fee for 19 y/o and Up
50 QAR - Registration fee for Juniors, Cadets and Cubs
Late Entry (if available) 150 QAR
Free entry for Current and Former National Team Riders.
Entries are accepted through Online registration only.
Entries close at 01:00 PM Tuesday 24th October or when the race is full (180 numbers).
Non-Qatar residents (non-Qatar ID holders) must provide proof of identification and be subjected to Grade Screening. (WhatsApp John @ 77941984)
ONLINE REGISTRATION
ONLINE REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration only. There is no entry on race day, and you can not use another rider's entry.
Entries close at 1:00 PM on October 24 (Tuesday). This is to provide the official start list on time. Beyond this time, a late entry fee (+50 QAR) will be charged for those who would like to pre-register.
START LIST
START LIST
Know your race number by checking the START LIST
Collect your own race number and timing chip.
Have your QCF License or Qatar ID ready as a deposit for your timing chip.
RESULT
RESULT
The Result will be available immediately after the Race is Completed.
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