UFMBQ-PCCQ Kamalig mtb trail xc race '24
New Year, New Trail, New Adventure awaits! Prepare to conquer the Messaimeer area's terrains as UFMBQ collaborates with PCCQ to present the Kamalig Trail XC Race on January 19, 2024.
Following the success of our first race in the new Enaig Trail in Al Khor last October, and the recent soft opening trail ride at Education City MTB Trail, we are thrilled to unveil the Kamalig Trail, a masterpiece handcrafted by the passionate members of the Pilipino Cycling Club Qatar (PCCQ). Situated in the Southeast area outside the Qatar Racing Club, this newbie-friendly trail promises an exciting experience for all participants.
So Gear up, saddle your mountain bikes, and join us for the first MTB Race of 2024!
Please note that this is a 'race for glory' event where camaraderie and the thrill of racing with your friends and fellow mountain bikers take center stage, and while big prizes aren't guaranteed, the adventure certainly is!
KAMALIG TRAIL XC RACE EVENT INFORMATION
START LIST & RESULT
Memorize your bib number and see you at the Start Line.
Result will be available LIVE on race day.
DATE, VENUE & HOW TO GET THERE
Friday - 19 January 2024 (First Start at 07:00 am)
QRC Trail (Kamalig Trail), Abu Hamour, State of Qatar
Parking: Kindly Park and camp only in the designated areas.
Toilet: No Toilet and Changing facilities on-site.
Google Maps/Waze dropped pin location for the trail head: Click Here
EVENT TIMING
06:00 AM: Race Sign On
07:00 AM: First Start (1 Hour Mini Endurance) - All Women, Men Masters & Veterans
08:00 AM: Cut-off Time for the first race
08:00 AM: Second Start (1 Lap Race) - Youth (1 Lap of the main route minus the big hill)
08:30 AM: Third Start (1 hour 15 min mini endurance) - EBike, Men Elite, U40, and Juniors
09:00 AM: Kids Mini Race
09:45 AM: Cut Off Time for the third race
10:00 AM: Medal Ceremony
ELIGIBILITY
The race is open to anyone, as long as he/she is on a Mountain Bike. (for as long as he/she belongs to the age groups as mentioned in the category section below.)
RIDER'S EQUIPMENT
Mountain Bike only (Flat/Riser handlebars only, no Drop Bars, no Aero Bars)
There will be no wheel size restriction, wheel sizes 24, 26'er, 650b or 27.5, 27.5+, 29'er, 29+ and Fat wheels are all allowed, as long as the tire width is NOT Narrower than 1.5 inches or 38c and should have threads or knobs. (Skinny, Sand Tires, Slick Tires, Semi-Slick, and Street Tires will NOT be allowed for this race).
HELMET should be worn at all times while competing. Not wearing a helmet while racing will result in Disqualification.
Make sure that your bike is in top condition for the race.
Race numbers MUST be attached to the Handlebar and must be visible at all times when racing.
E-Bikes are not allowed in the NON-eBikes Categories.
Only PEDAL Assist E-MTB will be allowed for use for the Open E-Bike race.
RACE TYPE & RACE COURSE
The race will be an XC fixed time mini endurance race where participants must do as many laps as possible within their time limit.
The type of start of each race will be a Mass Start in LeMan-style (run & mount your bike).
The race will take place on a 5.3 km off-road track with an off-road terrain of mixed flats, sandpits, natural & artificial obstacles, climbs, descents, single track, and berms.
Sharp Stones, off-camber turns, and construction debris are known hazards on this trail.
The race course is newbie-friendly.
Track reading is highly advisable if you are new to this trail or new to mountain biking.
CATEGORIES
Open Age Elite Male
Age Groupers
Juniors (15-18) Male / Female
Seniors (19-39) Male / Female
Masters (40+)
Male 40-49
Female 40 & Above
Veterans (50+) Male only
E-Bike Open
Kids Categories
Youth 10-14 - 1 Lap of the Main Route MINUS the big hill (Distance: 5.1 km)
Kids 6-9 - Mini Lap (Distance: 0.9 km)
RACES AND START TIMES
RACE 1: 1 Hour Race, Mass Start (LeMan style) @ 07:00H
All Women
Men Masters
Men Veterans
RACE 2: 1 Lap Race (Full Route Minus the Big Hill area) @ 08:00H
Youth 10-14
RACE 3: 1 Hour 15 Minutes Race, Mass Start (LeMan style) @ 8:30H
Men Open/Elite
Men Juniors
Men Seniors
EBike
RACE 4: 1 Lap Race (Kids Mini Trail) @ 09:00H
Kids 6-9
ROUTE FAMILIARITY & RACE STARTS
All competing riders must navigate the official route, covering every inch of the race route with no shortcuts, re-routing, or changes.
Our route volunteers did a great job marking the trail. Although Track reading is optional, Route familiarization falls under the responsibility of the competing rider.
Any competing Riders incorrectly navigating the route (wrong turns or who become temporarily disoriented) must return to the point they departed the correct path and re-enter the course at that point to avoid disqualification.
Track reading MUST be done in advance. NO Track reading will be allowed while any race is in progress. Track reading, while another race is in progress, can impede the progress of the riders doing the race at that time. You will get a time penalty when someone reports that you track read while the race is in progress.
Race participants should be present at the starting line for the starting and call to order 10 minutes before the scheduled start. (See event timing)
There will be a Short Race Briefing before the start of each race.
FEED & TECHNICAL ZONE, SAFETY
Field Marshals will be strategically posted on the race-course and available to assist riders while the race is ongoing.
Drinking Water (Sponsored by Rayyan Water) will be available after the finish line.
Technical and Mechanical Support (Sponsored by Neverwasted) will be located near the start area.
PLEASE RIDE SAFELY! - No Ambulance on Site. But we will have standby First Aiders and Volunteer Nurses.
EMERGENCY CONTACTS (save these numbers)
RIDER'S CONDUCT
All riders should allow faster riders to pass.
Course familiarization is the rider's responsibility. Track reading should be done in advance and not during when a race is going on. As a courtesy to your fellow riders, please AVOID TRACK READING while any race is in progress.
Unsportsmanlike conduct is subject to disqualification. Be friendly to everyone, and be courteous and respectful to race officials, volunteers, and fellow competitors.
Do not litter on or off the course.
Any competing riders incorrectly navigating the route (wrong turns or who become disoriented) must return to the point they departed and re-enter the course at that point to avoid disqualification.
GROUNDS FOR DISQUALIFICATIONS
Unsportsmanlike manners.
Disrespect towards race organizers, officials, volunteers & co-competitors.
Littering
Unfair advantages (shortcuts)
Not wearing of helmet or removal of helmer while competing.
Wrong positioning of timing chip (no reading)
Unreadable race numbers due to incorrect position (must be attached to the handlebar)
APPEALS & PROTESTS
When you appeal or file for a protest, sufficient information or proof is needed.
Pre-announcements of Top competitors will be made once the final rider crosses the finish.
Protests and appeals can be accepted while the result is not yet broadcast.
An Appeal fee of 50 QR should be paid if you want to contest the result before it's posted online.
Any appeals made after the Final Results are posted online will be nullified.
REGISTRATION
PRE-REGISTRATION
Individual persons who wish to join the race need to Pre-Register online.
Online Registration is open UNTIL 01:00 PM on Tuesday, January 16.
Late / On-Site Registration is subject to availability and will be charged with a higher entry fee.
ENTRY FEES
SPOT ON CASH during the race sign-on (please bring the exact amount)
60 QAR - Regular Rate
50 QAR - UFMBQ Member, QCTF License Holder, National Team Riders
40 QAR - Flat Rate for Junior (15-18) Riders
30 QAR - Flat Rate for Youth & Kids
RACE DAY SIGN ON
Sign On Starts at 06:00 AM
Show proof of identity before claiming your race kits. You will be required to deposit your QID or Driver's License in exchange for your timing chip.
The use of another rider's entry is not allowed.
To make everything work smoothly:
Know your race number in advance by checking the Start List (available on 11-January)
You can only sign on for yourself and collect your own race number & timing chip.
Your race number should be visible and positioned on your handlebar. Your timing chip is positioned on the non-disc side of the fork.
CHIP TIMING
This race will be chipped-timed. We have a limit of 160 Chips for use.
The allocation of the Timing Chips will be on a "First in online registration, First served" basis.
Due to the limited availability of timing chips, We will also limit the number of registrations.
Register only if you are sure that you will be able to attend the race. WE BAN "No Show" riders.
DISCLAIMER
If you join the racing event, you understand the risk of joining off-road cycling activities.
You understand that an Ambulance is not readily available and that the emergency response can take time in any case of an accident.
You understand that the organizers, officials, volunteers, and your co-competitor won't be liable for any accident that may occur and may happen to you during this event.
PRE-REGISTER ONLINE BY CLICKING THE REGISTRATION BUTTON BELOW
Online registration is open until 3:00 PM on January 16, 2024
START LIST & RESULT
Memorize your bib number and see you at the Start Line.
Result will be available LIVE on race day.
This event is made possible by: