10 November 2024

Need To Know

From where to collect your bib to everything you need to know about the big day – check out this important information about Dubai Ride presented by DP World.

ROUTE INFORMATION

  • ​Riders have two routes to choose from: the 12km Sheikh Zayed Road route and the 4km Downtown Family route. For a limited time on 10 November, both options will be one of the most stunning cycle tracks in the world, offering the chance for cyclists to explore the heart of the city at the break of dawn.
  • The 4km Downtown Family route follows Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard and goes past Dubai Mall, Dubai Opera and the Burj Khalifa. It's a flat route, suitable for cyclists of all ages and abilities.
  • The 12km Sheikh Zayed Road route goes from Dubai World Trade Centre to Safa Park and back. It includes a climb over the Dubai Canal Bridge so is suitable for more experienced cyclists.
  • You can choose your starting point when you register for Dubai Ride: there are five starting points for the Sheikh Zayed Road route and one for the Downtown Family route. On the day, the routes will be clearly marked and easy to follow, and our event team will be on hand to ensure that Dubai Ride goes smoothly.

BEFORE THE RIDE

  • Make sure you register and collect your bib - you won't be able to take part in Dubai Ride unless you are wearing your numbered bib. You can collect your bib from Dubai Municipality Zabeel Park 30 x 30 Fitness Village from 26 October to 9 November. The timings are: Mon-Thu 4pm to 11pm, Fri 12pm-12am, Sat and Sun 8am-12am. Remember to bring your registration QR code with you.
  • In line with the Dubai Can sustainability initiative, make sure you have a refillable water bottle, fill it up before you leave home, stay hydrated and refill your bottle at any of our dedicated Mai Dubai water stations.
  • Make sure you have a bike! You can use any type of bike for Dubai Ride as long as it has at least two wheels and is safe and roadworthy with working brakes. E-bikes are allowed, but you can't use scooters. 
  • ​You must wear a cycle helmet to take part in Dubai Ride and we recommend you have lights on your bike, especially if you plan to arrive early before sunrise.
  • Dubai Ride starts at 6:15am make sure you have entered through your chosen start gate prior to the start gates closing at 7:30am.
  • People of determination are also encouraged to join the fun and should contact [email protected] so we can share a dedicated starting area.
  • Check our detailed FAQs for more information.

DURING THE RIDE

  • Stay safe, stay hydrated and enjoy every moment of Dubai Ride. Anyone feeling unwell should stay at home, and riders should be distanced to avoid accidents.
  • Remember your bike helmet and your Dubai Ride bib - you won't be able to take part in Dubai Ride if you forget them.
  • Also don't forget to bring your full refillable water bottle and bike lights with you.
  • Remember Dubai Ride is not a race, please ride at your own pace and leave plenty of space for faster cyclists to pass you. If you need to stop on the route, to take a photo or if you have a problem with your bike, please move to the side of the road and make sure you don't block the route for other cyclists. We have dedicated bike mechanic stations across both routes that will assist in any repairs.
  • Please make sure you obey Dubai's traffic laws if you cycle from home to Dubai Ride and remember the roads will be busier when you leave after the event.
  • ​Dubai Ride is a family-friendly event, but all children need to be supervised by an adult. Please note that children who have stabilisers or training wheels on their bikes can only take part on the Downtown Family route for safety reasons, and all children (and adults!) must wear a cycle helmet.
  • Check our detailed FAQs for more information.

AFTER THE RIDE

  • We need to re-open the roads for traffic so all cyclists must finish their ride by 8:15am. Try to finish your ride at the same gate you start from so you can get home easily but don't worry if you end up in the wrong place, our event team will point you in the right direction to get home.
  • Visit Dubai Mall for some refreshments or reward yourself with a nutritious breakfast.
  • Check our detailed FAQs for more information.
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