Dubai: Over 2,000 cyclists from across the world took part in the eighth edition of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge on Friday morning.
The event, which is split into a number of categories including the Dubai First UCI Grand Fondo World Series, the Spinneys Dubai 92km Cycle Challenge and the Oakley 53km Challenge, saw cyclists of all ages and abilities take part with rolling road closures and the full support from the Dubai Police and the RTA, an increased number of sponsors and activities in the Cycle Village.
A spokesperson for the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge said: “We are delighted with the direction the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge is going in, with over 2,000 cyclists now taking part and an increase of participants in the Junior Rides, we are committed to cementing the cycling culture in the UAE. In addition, the rolling road closure has taken the event to new heights for another year and special thanks must go to the Dubai Police and the RTA for their support.”
The younger cyclists also had the opportunity to be part of the biggest cycle challenge in the Middle East. The Dr Joy Dental Clinic Junior Rides took place on Thursday at the Dubai Autodrome.
Over 200 young cyclists took part as organisers continue to provide cycling opportunities for those new to the sport in a sensible and fun way. This year also saw the introduction of The Arbor School Dubai Mini Challenge, the balance bike course was free of charge for children from ages 2 to 5 and is the innovative way of learning to ride a bike, children focused on balancing rather than pedalling and as a result they are more prepared for an unexpected loss of balance.
