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Let's bring back the fun in mountain bike racing. THIS IS A GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY-LEVEL FUN RACE. There might be no Major prizes involved.
RESULT
RESULT
The results will be available after the race is completed
EVENT INFORMATION
EVENT INFORMATION
DATE, VENUE & HOW TO GET THERE
DATE, VENUE & HOW TO GET THERE
Friday - 4 October 2023 from 4:00 AM onwards.
Camp Banayad MTB Trails, Duhail, Doha, State of Qatar
Parking: Kindly park and camp only in the designated areas, as shown on the Map.
Toilet: No Toilet and changing facilities on-site.
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EVENT TIMING
EVENT TIMING
04:00 AM: Race Sign On Registration Opens (only for Pre-Registered Participants)
04:45 AM: Start Preparations and Race Briefing
05:00 AM: First Race Start - Enduro 2 stages race (TBC)
06:30 AM: (Est. Time) Second Race Start - XC Race (TBC)
08:00 AM: Medal Ceremony
The Event Timing is subjected to Change as we are still finalizing the 2 stage Enduro race - Full event timing TBA Soon
ELIGIBILITY
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 mentioned in the category section below.)
Due to the technical nature of the route, Newbies/Beginner mountain bikers should consider testing the trail before registering for this race.
RIDER'S EQUIPMENT
RIDER'S EQUIPMENT
Mountain Bike only (Flat/Riser handlebars only, no Drop Bars, no Aero Bars).
E-bikes are not allowed for use to compete in this event.
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.
The trail is technical. 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.
XC MTB Race participants can use XC MTB, All Mountain/Enduro or DH MTB
XC MTB are not allowed for use to compete in the Enduro MTB Time Trial Race.
Enduro Race participants should compete with Enduro or DH specific bikes.
RACE COURSE FEATURE
RACE COURSE FEATURE
The trail is on an off-road terrain with mixed features such as flats, sandpits, natural & artificial obstacles, climbs, technical descents, Rockies, wooden bridges, drops, ramps, single track, and berms.
Sharp Stones, Drops, Off-camber Turns, and Construction debris are known hazards on this trail.
The race course is rideable by experienced riders. It might be too technical for new riders, especially those who have just started mountain biking. Compete only when you are prepared and practiced with this kind of route. TRACK READING IS A MUST IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST TIME JOINING A MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE.
Route familiarization is under the responsibility of the competing rider. 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.
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.
RACE TYPE
RACE TYPE
XC MTB RACE (Limit: 60 Participants)
The race will take place on a 6 KM off-road track.
The race will be an XC fixed lap race where participants start in a LeMan-style mass start (run & mount the bike) and must complete the required number of laps at the fastest possible time (Required: 3 Laps x 6km).
Once the First Finisher of the race (regardless of age group) completes his/her 3rd Lap, all passing riders on the timing mat will be considered as finishers regardless of how many laps they have done.
ENDURO MTB STAGE RACE (Limit: 50 Starters)
The race will be an Individual Time Trial race where competing riders will be released one after another in a fixed interval. (The first Start and the time interval will be determined on race day.)
Riders must navigate all the technical features of each stage route. Required technical features will be marked.
Riders who avoids the enduro trail features (to be determined on race day) will earn a 15 seconds penalty per trail features avoided added to his time per stage.
The rider who has the fastest time after completing both the Enduro stages will win the race.
** The Enduro MTB Race is not recommended for Beginner Riders.**
XC MTB Mass Start
ENDURO MTB Time Trial
Race Categories & Lap Requirements
Race Categories & Lap Requirements
Participants will be divided according to mtb race discipline, seggregated into age groups and by their gender.
Participants ages on December 31, 2024 will determine which age group he/she belongs.
The minimum age allowed to compete is 16 years old.
Minors below 18 must have any of their parents or guardians present during the race event to compete.
A minimum of 5 competing riders per category is required to award a podium. Categories with low participation numbers will be combined or can be canceled at the organizer's discretion.
XC MTB Race: Participants must compete using XC (Cross Country Bikes) with 80 to 120mm Front Travel.
Enduro Time Trial RACE: Participants must compete using All Mountain/Enduro/DH Bikes with 120mm and above Front Travel.
Whenever "Chicken Line" markers are on the route, XC MTB Race participants should choose these options.
CATEGORIES
CATEGORIES
XC MTB Race U40 (39 & Below) - 3 Laps
XC MTB Race Masters (40-49) - 3 Laps
XC MTB Race Women (Open Age) - 3 Laps
Enduro U40 (39 & Below) - 2 Stages Enduro ITT
Enduro Masters (40+) - 2 Stages Enduro ITT
Enduro Women (19 & Up) - 2 Stages Enduro ITT
** The Enduro Stage Race event is not recommended for Beginner Riders.**
RIDER'S CONDUCT
RIDER'S CONDUCT
All riders should allow faster riders to pass.
Course familiarization is the rider's responsibility.
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.
GROUNDS FOR DISQUALIFICATIONS
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
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.
FEED & TECHNICAL ZONE, SAFETY
FEED & TECHNICAL ZONE, SAFETY
Field Marshals will be strategically posted on the race-course and available to assist riders while the race is ongoing.
Rayyan Drinking Water and Pocari Sweat will be available at the finish line.
Technical and Mechanical Support (if any) 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)
Tin Tin (Head volunteer) - 5012 7269
Ian Tubello (Lead first aider) - 7000 9780
John Bonalos (Race Director) - 7794 198
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION
PRE-REGISTRATION & ENTRY FEES
PRE-REGISTRATION & ENTRY FEES
Individuals who wish to join the race have to Pre-Register online and pay their registration fees before the race at partner locations or designated individuals (TBA).
ENTRY FEES
Early Bird - Register and Pay until August 30: 100 QAR (inclusive of Event Jersey, Refreshment & Timing Chip Rental)
Normal Rate - Register and Pay from Sept 1 to Sept 15: 125 QAR (inclusive of Event Jersey, Refreshment & Timing Chip Rental)
Late Registration - Register and Pay after Sept 15: 100 QAR (inclusive of Refreshment & Timing Chip Rental, NO Jersey included)
EVENT JERSEY - Only those who pre-register and PAY before September 15 are entitled to get the Event Jersey
Contact the following persons to settle your race entry fees:
Julius Parungao - 7780 7668
Peter Torayno - 6601 9195
Frank Esguerra - 6623 2113
RACE DAY SIGN-ON
RACE DAY SIGN-ON
Sign On starts at 05:00 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 (TBA before race day)
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
CHIP TIMING
This race will be chipped-timed.
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.
DISCLAIMER
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
PRE-REGISTER ONLINE BY CLICKING THE REGISTRATION BUTTON BELOW
Online Registration is already closed since 01:00 PM of September 30
Online Registration is already closed since 01:00 PM of September 30
RESULT
RESULT
The results will be available after the race is completed
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