Thu. 9 Apr. 2026
Dubai, AE
Cancer
Event description
Riding to Inspire Hope | One Journey. One Mission. The CycleAgainstCancer Women’s Community Ride is a charity-focused cycling event created to bring women cyclists together in support of CycleAgainstCancer (CaC).
This ride forms part of the wider CaC challenge. From 1 July 2026, a team of 14 riders from the UAE will undertake a 25-day cycling journey across Spain and France, covering more than 3,000 kilometres of demanding terrain. Over nearly a month on the road, the team will face mountain ascents and descents, long-distance days, fluctuating weather, and cumulative fatigue, making it a true test of physical and mental strength. The challenge is raising awareness and vital funds to support Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health.
The CaC mission is brought to life locally by Carolina Karlsson, ultra-endurance cyclist and CaC rider, who is leading this community kickoff ride to unite cyclists around a shared purpose: We ride for those who can’t.
This ride is 4 loops (36 km) and designed to encourage female participation, strengthen the women’s cycling community, and expand CycleAgainstCancer’s reach, all while riding for a cause bigger than ourselves.
Join us at Nad Al Sheba Cycling Track on 9 April 2026 for a meaningful community ride focused not on speed but on connection, inclusion, and purpose.
About the ride:
Pace groups:
- Group 1: 24–28 km/h
- Group 2: 30–34 km/h
Participation:
The registration fees benefit Al Jalila Foundation to support cancer patients.
Meeting / Station point:
DEWA Building (next to the washrooms)
Extras:
Optional coffee stop in the loop after the ride (not included)
No one is expected to pace or do turns at the front, unless they want to. This ride is not about speed; it’s about community, purpose, and riding together for a cause bigger than ourselves.
We would like to sincerely thank Mediclinic Parkview Hospital for their essential medical and ambulance support. Their expertise and dedication make these rides possible, including the CycleAgainstCancer Ramadan Ride 2026 and the CycleAgainstCancer Women's Ride 2026. Without their support, this journey simply could not happen.
Looking forward to seeing the community get together again!
CaC is a fully independent, privately organised charitable endurance initiative. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with any professional cycling race or trademark holder. Any references to publicly available routes are for descriptive purposes only.
Location #
- Venue
- Nad Al Sheba Cycling Track - First Water Stop (DEWA Building)
- Address
- D69
- City
- Dubai
- Country
- United Arab Emirates
Combo package offer #
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CycleAgainstCancer Ramadan + Women's Ride 2026 -> 50% off
Available for registration until Fri. 13 Mar. 2026 20:59
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Register |
Rides #
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CycleAgainstCancer Women's Ride
Thu. 9 Apr. 2026
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06:00
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36 km
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AED 100.00
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Register |
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Ride Captain | Experienced Cyclist
Thu. 9 Apr. 2026
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05:00
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36 km
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AED 100.00
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Register |
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Volunteer | Medical Nurse
Thu. 9 Apr. 2026
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05:00
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3 hr
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AED 0.00
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Register |
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Volunteer | Marshal
Thu. 9 Apr. 2026
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05:00
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3 hr
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AED 0.00
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Register |
Registration fees: Included VAT | Excluded 5% Service Fee
Registration #
- Registration open
- Mon. 23 Feb. 2026
- Registration close
- Wed. 8 Apr. 2026 12:59 or sooner if the event is fully-booked.
- Participation
- Individual athletes
- Included
- This is a donation-based charity ride, with proceeds going fully to Cycle Against Cancer. No services are included other than water. Coffee after the ride is optional and not included.
- Refund policy
- Fees are non-refundable.If an athlete is unable to participate on race day for any reason:
- A refund of the race entry fee is available up to 7 days before the event (a 10% administration fee applies).
- Alternatively, before registration closes, an athlete may change race category or transfer their entry to another athlete (subject to our Terms of Service and the prevailing registration fee at the time of transfer).
Refund policy for event changes:
- Cancelled events: You’ll be contacted and refunded automatically.
- Rescheduled events: We’ll notify you of the new date and time. If you’re unable to attend, refunds are available upon request.
- Store purchases: These are non-refundable.
Note: All refunds are subject to a 10% administration fee.
Practical info #
- Rides
- Ride information
Course / track / circuit #
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Support stations
Facilities & services #
- Medical
- No medical services
- Parking
- Parking available at Dxbike and behind Dewa water building
- Toilets
- Toilets available at Dxbike and at water stations located on the track
- Changing rooms
- Available at Dxbike
- Showers
- Available at Dxbike
Timing & certification #
- Timing
- No timing
- Certificate
- No certificates
- Medals
- No medals
- Trophies
Last updated: Sun. 8 Mar. 2026 12:57 +0400
Rides
CycleAgainstCancer Women's Ride #
- Distance
- 36 km
- Start date
- Thu. 9 Apr. 2026
- Start time
- 06:00
- Start location
- Nad Al Sheba Cycling Track - First Water Stop (DEWA Building), Dubai (AE)
- Finish location
- Nad Al Sheba Cycling Track - First Water Stop (DEWA Building), Dubai (AE)
- Age categories
16-100- Registration fee
16yr - 100yr AED 100.00 - Note(s)
- This is a charity challenge, so we focus on promoting health and cycling. No medals, no t-shirts, no certificates and no other sophisticated freebies. Back to the basics of enjoying a ride!
The registration fees support Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health.
Ride Captain | Experienced Cyclist #
- Distance
- 36 km
- Start date
- Thu. 9 Apr. 2026
- Start time
- 05:00
- Start location
- Nad Al Sheba Cycling Track - First Water Stop (DEWA Building), Dubai (AE)
- Finish location
- Nad Al Sheba Cycling Track - First Water Stop (DEWA Building), Dubai (AE)
- Age categories
- 18-99
- Registration fee
18yr - 99yr AED 100.00 - Note(s)
- The Ride Captain acts as an ambassador for the event and represents the organising team at all times. As an experienced cyclist, the Ride Captain models respectful road behaviour and fosters a positive and inclusive atmosphere within the group.
Leading a group of up to 50 cyclists, the Ride Captain serves as the on-road leader, with primary responsibility for safety, pace control, group formation, clear communication, and final decision-making throughout the ride.
Volunteer | Medical Nurse #
- Duration
- 3 hr
- Start date
- Thu. 9 Apr. 2026
- Start time
- 05:00
- Start location
- Nad Al Sheba Cycling Track - First Water Stop (DEWA Building), Dubai (AE)
- Finish location
- Nad Al Sheba Cycling Track - First Water Stop (DEWA Building), Dubai (AE)
- Cut-off
- 3h
- Age categories
- 18-99
- Registration fee
18yr - 99yr AED 0.00 - Note(s)
- If you are unable to ride and are a certified, DHA-registered medical nurse, you can still contribute by offering your time and professional support, helping to safeguard the event through first aid and life-saving services.
Volunteer | Marshal #
- Duration
- 3 hr
- Start date
- Thu. 9 Apr. 2026
- Start time
- 05:00
- Start location
- Nad Al Sheba Cycling Track - First Water Stop (DEWA Building), Dubai (AE)
- Finish location
- Nad Al Sheba Cycling Track - First Water Stop (DEWA Building), Dubai (AE)
- Cut-off
- 3h
- Age categories
/ 12-99- Registration fee
12yr - 99yr AED 0.00 - Note(s)
- If you are unable to ride, you can still contribute as a volunteer by offering your time and support at the registration desk or the hydration station.
Map & accomodation
Organisation
- Company
- Cycle Against Cancer
- Event contact
- Carolina Karlsson
- [email protected]
Charity
- Goal
- Cancer
- Through
- Al Jalila Foundation