Night XC MTB Race Series 2025

RACE FORMAT

• Type: Cross-Country (XC) Lap-based race. 

• Course Location: Education City MTB Trail. [Click Here to view the MAP] 

• Terrain Type: Off road, wide trail, beginner friendly

• Lap Distance: 4.8km (with KM markings every 500m)

• Laps: The number of laps will vary depending on the category.

• Night race - All riders must have front lights and a rear red blinker.

CATEGORIES & AGE GROUPS

Races will be held for the following divisions (Male & Female):

• Youth: U15 (born 2011 & later)

• Junior: U19 (2007–2010)

• Senior: 19–34 years (1991–2006)

• Masters A: 35–45 years (1980–1990)

• Masters B: 45 years (1980 & earlier)

Note: Categories may be merged if there are fewer than 5 riders registered.

REGISTRATION

• Registration will open online

• Pre-Event registration only, NO onsite registration

• Entry Fees:

  • Youth and Juniors: 50 QAR

  • Adults: 75 QAR

• Entry fees will cover: Chip rental for electronic timing, Live results, Bib numbers, Finishers Medal (if available provided by QF)

• Deadline: 3 days before each race.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

Youth & Juniors Race

• 16:00 PM - Riders Check-in and number pickup, Course open for warm-up

• 16:45 PM - Race Briefing

• 17:00 PM - Race Start (3 Laps Race)

• 18:00 PM - Cut Off, Race Finishes (Podium ceremony immediately follows)

Adults Race

• 16:00 PM - Course open for warm-up

• 17:00 PM - Riders check-in and number pick up

• 18:15 PM - Race Briefing

• 18:30 PM - Race Start (5 Laps Race)

• 20:15 PM - Cut Off, Race Finishes (Podium ceremony immediately follows

NOTE: Time schedule is subjected to change depending on the day situation

RULES AND REGULATIONS

General

• All riders must wear a helmet at all times while riding.

• Front and Rear bike lights are MANDATORY for night racing.

• Riders must use a mountain bike (minimum 26-inch wheels, front suspension recommended – but not mandatory)

• No e-Bikes or motor-assisted bikes are allowed.

Conduct

• Riders must follow the course at all times.

• Cutting the trail or unsportmanlike conduct may result in disqualification.

• Overtaking must be done safely – riders should announce their intent (“On your left/right”)

• Respect fellow riders, volunteers, and officials.

Technical and Feedzone

• Mechanical assistance and feeding are allowed only in designated zones.

• No outside assistance on other parts of the course.

Timing & Results

• Electronic timing with active timing chips (No chip – No Result – DSQ)

• Lost Chip = 300 QAR

• Live Splits available while the race is in progress, Final Results published after each race.

• Any protest must be submitted in writing (protest form) within 15 minutes of preliminary results posting.

AWARDS

Per Race

• Podium medals for Top 3 in each category (Guaranteed)

• Finishers' medals for all participants. (TBC by QF)

• Prizes from Sponsors/Supporters. (TBC if any)

Series Awards (after Round 3)

• Trophies for overall points winners in each category.

CONTACT

• For more information:

  • JOHN B (Race Director) - 77941984