Off-road cycling
We are struggling to title this page "Mountain biking in Qatar". For sure, the first impression of this pancake-flat country is that it would hold no interest for a mountain biker but, although there are certainly large areas of featureless desert, did you know that there is an MTB loop on the outskirts of Doha? Or that the wind-sculpted gypsum formations of the Dukhan peninsula and the flat rock sandstone of Fuwairit offer something at least a little technical. There are also completely unique experiences; like riding under towering cast iron sculptures miles from anywhere or racing over the sand-dunes to the Inland Sea.
In recent years, Qatar Chain Reaction has lost almost all its MTB ride organisers. However, there are encouraging signs of regrowth. Most Saturdays it seems a group is off exploring. If you are a passionate MTBers, you can also fill the gap. Organise something and hook up with off-road companions via our Facebook group.
The Filipino community, for example United Filipino Mountain Bikers (UFMBQ,) are also extremely active in organising MTB activities.
Then there are races. The UFMBQ XC league, the Rasen endurance race (formerly 24 hours but likely to be shorter this year) and the season highlight - an race across the dunes to the inland sea Khor Al Adaid. Check out the calendar for events. Races are located throughout the country taking in some of the best off-road cycling that Qatar has to offer. The XCO format events are designed to suit all abilities and fitness, from beginner through to hard-core racer. Of course races are a great place to meet other riders, even if your main passion is adventure.
There are lots of places to explore on your bike, go out and discover them.
In recent years, Qatar Chain Reaction has lost almost all its MTB ride organisers. However, there are encouraging signs of regrowth. Most Saturdays it seems a group is off exploring. If you are a passionate MTBers, you can also fill the gap. Organise something and hook up with off-road companions via our Facebook group.
The Filipino community, for example United Filipino Mountain Bikers (UFMBQ,) are also extremely active in organising MTB activities.
Then there are races. The UFMBQ XC league, the Rasen endurance race (formerly 24 hours but likely to be shorter this year) and the season highlight - an race across the dunes to the inland sea Khor Al Adaid. Check out the calendar for events. Races are located throughout the country taking in some of the best off-road cycling that Qatar has to offer. The XCO format events are designed to suit all abilities and fitness, from beginner through to hard-core racer. Of course races are a great place to meet other riders, even if your main passion is adventure.
There are lots of places to explore on your bike, go out and discover them.
Duhail trail
Khor al Adaid (inland sea) dunes
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Zekreet limestone bowl
Fuwairit sandstone
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