Camp Banayad Funduro 2025

We are bringing back the fun in mountain bike racing. Join us for the second season of the Camp Banayad MTB Funduro Challenge 2025.

Note: This is a Grassroots Community-Level Fun race event.

EVENT INFORMATION

DATE, VENUE & HOW TO GET THERE

Friday - 3 October 2025 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 Toiler and changing facilities on-site.
Download .gpx map file:
- XC Race Track (5.3 KM Loop)
- Enduro TT Track (1.72 KM point A to B)

EVENT TIMING

05:00 AM: Race Sign On Registration Opens (only for Pre-registered participants)
05:30 AM: Start Preparation and Race Briefing (for XC Race)
05:45 AM: XC Race Start (3 Laps race)
07:00 AM: (Estimated Time) Enduro MTB Time Trial Race Start
08:30 AM: (Estimated Time) 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 mentioned in the category section below.)
Due to the technical nature of the route, Newbies/Beginner participants should consider testing the trail before registering for this race.

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

The trail is situated in 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.

AVAILABLE CONTEST

Race No. 1: XC MTB RACE (Limit: 60 Participants)

The race will take place on a 5.3 KM Off-Road track.
The race will be a Fixed Lap race (3 Laps) 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 5.3 KM).
- 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 consider as finishers regardless of how many laps they have completed.
Winners will be based on passing order.

RACE No.2: ENDURO MTB TIME TRIAL RACE (Limit: 50 Starters)

The race will be an Individual Time Trial race where competing riderd wil be released one after another in a fixed interval. The final start list will be released a day before the event.
Riders must navigate all the technical features of the route.
Winners will be based on the fastest time to complete the race.

NOTE: This competition is NOT recommended for Beginner Riders.

RACE CATEGORIES & LAP REQUIREMENTS

Participants will be divided according to the contest, segregated into Age Groups, and by their gender.
The participant's age on December 31, 2025, will be the basis for determining which age group they will belong to.
The minimum age allowed to compete is 16 years old.
Minors below 18 must have one 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. Therefore, categories with low participation numbers will be combined or canceled at the organizer's discretion.

RIDER'S CONDUCT

All riders should allow faster riders to pass.
Course familiarizatrion 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

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.

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)

Julius Parungao (Race Organizer) - 7780 7668
Ian Tubello (Lead first aider) - 7000 9780
John Bonalos (Race Director) - 7794 198

REGISTRATION

PRE-REGISTRATION & ENTRY FEES

Individuals who wish to join the race have to Pre-Register online. There will be NO Onsite Registration on race day.
Register ONLY if you are sure that you will be able to attend the race.
Cash Payment ONLY
Entry Fee (Inclusive of Finishers Medal, Timing Chip Rental, Live timing and result, Podium Winners gets special prizes from the sponsors):
- Pre-Event (Pay before race day until September 26, 2025): 80 QAR
- Pay on Event Day: 100 QAR

LIMITED EDITION EVENT JERSEY

You can avail of the limited edition Funduro 2025 event jersey separately.
Cost: 50 QAR - advanced payment needed
Order and Pay until September 19, 2025

Contact the following persons to settle your race entry fees and T-Shirt orders:

Julius Parungao - 7780 7668
Petery Torayno - 6601 9195

RACE DAY SIGN-ON

Sign On Start at 4:15 AM
Only pre-registered riders will be allowed to race.
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.
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 positioined on the non-disc side of the fork.

CHIP TIMING

This race will be chipped-timed.
The allocation of the Timing Chip will be on a "First in Online Registration, First served" basis.
Make sure to secure your timing chip properly on your bike (non-disc side of the fork)
Lost or Damaged Chip = 300 QAR

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, volunteers, and your co-competitor won't be liable for any accident that may occur and may happen to you during this event.