Dates for the Inaugural HERO Abu Dhabi Hudayriyat Island have been revealed. Yes, happening from February 9 to 11, this event is happening in of course, as you may have guessed, Al Hudayriyat Island. With several country mountain bike riders coming to the emirate. Here’s all you need to know about the upcoming biking event.
Inaugural HERO Abu Dhabi Hudayriyat Island Dates Announced
If biking is your passion, then you will want to know about the Inaugural HERO Abu Dhabi Hudayriyat Island. This mountain biking event is happening in February and will host several cross-country mountain bike riders. In fact, strengthening the emirate’s credential as a Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Bike City, this event is being organised by HERO Südtirol Dolomites and Modon. Not to mention, it will be taking place at Trail X, which is a state-of-the-art mountain biking facility.
XCO-Cross-Country Olympic And XCC-Short Track Included
Coming to the event, it is bound to attract cyclists, bike enthusiasts, and amateurs alike! With the program marking a significant milestone, there will also be an inclusion of the XCO-Cross-Country Olympic and XCC-Short Track events. These are qualifying races for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games! The XCO circuit is spread across 5.4 km with an elevation gain of 70 hm and the XCC Short Tracks have been designed for high-speed action covering 1.2 km with an elevation gain of 10 hm.
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Perfect For Mountain-Biking Enthusiasts Of All Ages
As it happens, mountain biking enthusiasts of varied ages can participate in the Amateur Race and Kid’s Race. They will be competing on the same trails as the potential future Olympic medallists! In fact, participating cyclists include renowned names like Peter Sagan, who is the three-time Road Cycling Champion! At this point, it’s worth mentioning that Hudayriyat Island is home to several world-class cycling facilities.
In fact, the infrastructure here caters to the athletes of all levels. Not to mention, well-maintained cycle trails like Trail X make it a prime location for high-profile international cycling events. For those who’re not aware, this is the only Mountain biking Trail in Abu Dhabi which spans 15 km in length with four difficulty levels.
So, go ahead and mark your calendar dates for the upcoming grand sporting event!
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