Shopping & Services

Qatar's cyclists are now well served by specialist bike shops and services. Even bike fitting and mechanics can be found locally. When stock comes directly from the manufacturers rather than via distributors in the UAE, prices are comparable with European recommended retail price but, without the economies of scale, you won't find any price-drop bargains.

Each of the shops listed here sells quality cycling equipment but each has its own USPs and brands so rather than reviewing each of them in detail, we'll leave it to you to decide who has what you need. Supply and maintaining stock continues to be a problem for Qatar's bike businesses so it is worth phoning ahead to find out whether the item is available. You may need to ring around a few places to get what you want. Sometimes the only way to get that part you need is to get it shipped from one of the online retailers.

Specialist cycling shops

Carbon Wheels

+974 4441 9048​   www.carbonwheels.qa
Carbon Wheels was Qatar's first high end bike store. The knowledgeable staff are active in both road and mountain biking and offer expert advice. They have a prime spot in Qanat Quartier on The Pearl

Brands: Bianchi, BMC, Cervelo

Doha Cycling

+974 4444 2820
Doha Cycling stocks some very nice brands in their small shop between West Bay and the Pearl

Brands: Specialized, Wilier

Al Ghariya Cycling

​+974 5522 1885
As the newest specialist, Al Ghariya is definitely staking a claim as the most "boutique". Currently the only place to find Campagnolo components. Linked to the triathlon club of the same name, this shop is also the only place in town to buy a wetsuit.

​Brands: Colnago, De Rosa, Ridley, 3T

Rasen Adventure Shop

+974 6600 9116  www.rasensports.com
Rasen offer bikes ranging from quality mid-price up to the top end. They have knowledgeable staff who are active in road and mountain biking. They carry a small range of triathlon equipment. There are three branches: Medina Centrale on The Pearl, Salwa Road/ Wholesale Market Street (part of the Sports Corner complex) and a small store in Umm Slal.
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Brands: Cannondale, Felt, Pinarello, Kross, Rocky Mountain, Van Nicolas, Look, Dahon folding bikes

Trek Doha - Skate Shack

+974 4469 2532  skate-shack.qa
Skate Shack was Doha's original specialist bike store and although it now has quite a bit of competition, it has its niche as the Trek dealer in town and has had something of a revival by promoting themselves as "Trek Doha".
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Brands: Trek, Orbea

Other non-specialists: 

​Go Sport is one of the largest sports stores in Qatar with branches in many of the main malls. Their range of cycling equipment has diminished in recent times but you can still pick up some surprising items. 
​Bike brands: Giant, Silverback

Decathlon are known world-wide for their well-priced sports equipment. Their B-Twin bike brand has some entry-level race ready bikes at the top of the range and some solidly built clunkers further down. Stocking much of their own brand equipment, you can often find items here that are unavailable elsewhere. Located in Villagio Mall.

Mechanics

All of these shops have mechanics. As is true everywhere, the best place to go is less to do with the shop and more to do with the skill of the individual mechanic. All can manage the basics, but for trickier fixes, learn who you trust rather than which shop to go to!

Second hand

For road and triathlon equipment, Triclub Doha's Facebook buy and sell group is recommended.
For mountainbike and off-road, head to the equivalent group run by United Filipino Mountainbikers.
www.neverwasted.com is a local website where you can buy and sell your second hand equipment.

Bike rental

Rasen Adventure Shops are the only place to rent a quality bike in Qatar although Saikel provide leisure bikes in Al Bidda Park and at track nights at Losail international Circuit. Rasen's rentals include road and MTB options from Cannondale. These are not top end performers but perfectly suitable for a Friday Ride or even a race. Bring your own pedals if you prefer clipless.

Bike fitting

Until recently, specialist bike fitting was only available from itinerant fitters flying into town. From June 2021 Atha-lab opens in Sports Corner in Tawar Mall, conducting fittings using the ID Match System from Selle Italia. For bookings: +97455510707 - info@athlalab.com - website
Newly opened Al Ghariyah Cycling also plans to offer fitting when the equipment arrives.

Custom clothing

Velo Racer are a custom kit supplier based in Qatar. Operated by QCR rider, Adiel Mohammed, you'll find his designs worn by quite a few teams and groups around town and the pret-a-porter collection is carried by Rasen Adventure Shop and WhatsApp shop +974 5060 7798 
Rasen Adventure Shop are a Santini stockist and deal in their custom kit.