Event description
As part of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge Weekend, the popular Junior Rides are back on Saturday 18 February 2023! This is a great opportunity for the younger ones to test their abilities and have some fun at the same time.

These fun, non-timed rides are designed for ages 2 to 12 years old, and will be held at the Dubai Sports City on a closed track. The rides on offer are:
1km Tiny Tots - For ages 2-3 years (Start time tbc)
2km Kids - For ages 4-5 years (Start time tbc)
4.5km Junior Short - For ages 6-7, 8-9, 10-11 years (Start times tbc)
9km Junior Long - For ages 9-10, 11-12 years (Start times tbc)

Dress Code: All children are encouraged to dress up and bedazzle their ride (parents / guardians / family are welcome to dress up and bedazzle their rides too!). Parents / guardians should come prepared and wear flat, comfortable running shoes.

Co-pilots are compulsory for the 1km Tiny Tots and optional for the 2km Kids. the race packs for these categories will include the co-pilot ID. Co-pilots are not allowed in the 4.5km and 9km rides.

If the athlete is unable to participate on race day due to any reason:
- the athlete can get a refund of the race entry up to 7 days before the event (subject to a 10% administration fee); or
- the athlete can transfer the race entry to a fellow athlete before the registration closing date (subject to terms of service and subject to the prevailing registration fee on the day of transfer)

Furthermore, this event is subject to refunds as follows:
- for refunds related to cancelled events, we will contact you and issue a refund automatically.
- for refunds related to rescheduled events, we will contact you with the new date and time ASAP. In case you can't make the event, refunds will be done upon request.
- Store purchases are excluded from refunds.
- All refunds are subject to a 10% administration fee.
Location
Venue
Dubai International Stadium
City
Dubai
Country
United Arab Emirates
Fun rides
1km Tiny Tots
Sat. 18 Feb. 2023
12:30
1 km
2km Kids
Sat. 18 Feb. 2023
12:50
2 km
4.5km Junior Short Ride
Sat. 18 Feb. 2023
13:15
4.5 km
9km Junior Long Ride
Sat. 18 Feb. 2023
15:00
9 km
Registration
Registration open
Mon. 2 Jan. 2023 12:00
Registration close
Wed. 15 Feb. 2023 or sooner if the event is fully-booked.
Participation
Individual athletes
Included
Rider ID packs, event photos, finishers medals and certificates.
Refund policy
Fees are non-refundable.
All entry fees are non-refundable and at the discretion of the event organiser.

If the athlete is unable to participate on race day due to any reason:
- the athlete can get a refund of the race entry up to 7 days before the event (subject to a 10% administration fee); or
- the athlete can transfer the race entry to a fellow athlete before the registration closing date (subject to terms of service and subject to the prevailing registration fee on the day of transfer)

Furthermore, this event is subject to refunds as follows:
- for refunds related to cancelled events, we will contact you and issue a refund automatically.
- for refunds related to rescheduled events, we will contact you with the new date and time ASAP. In case you can't make the event, refunds will be done upon request.
- Store purchases are excluded from refunds.
- All refunds are subject to a 10% administration fee.
Practical info
Race pack collection
Race Pack Collection will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, on Saturday 18 February. Please allow enough time (at least 1h30 before your ride) to collect your rider ID pack and apply the rider ID to your child and his/her cycling equipment.
Transport to start
The Start Line will be walkable distance from the Parking and Race Pack Collection.
Transport from finish
The Finish Line will be walkable distance to the Finish Village and Parking.
Course / track / circuit
Difficulty
Easy
Support stations
Highlights
All children are encouraged to dress up and bedazzle their ride (parents / guardians / family are welcome to dress up and bedazzle their rides too!).
Spectators area(s)
Parents are requested to stay within the designated spectator areas for rider safety.
Facilities & services
Medical
Registered Nurse and / or Emergency Medical services present.
Parking
Toilets
Changing rooms
Showers
Other
The Eat Well Live Well Race Village will be open before and after the ride for parents and family to relax and enjoy the food stands, entertainment and expo on offer.
Timing & certification
Timing
No timing
All Junior Rides are untimed.
Certificate
Paper certificates
Received on successful completion of the course.
Medals
Finisher medals
Received on successful completion of the course.
Trophies
Fun rides

1km Tiny Tots

Distance
  • 1 km
Start date
Sat. 18 Feb. 2023
Start time
12:30
Start location
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Dubai International Stadium, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 2-3
Note(s)
1km course: This is an untimed event. A Parent/guardian must accompany their child on the route. One accompanying adult (Co-Pilot) is included in each entry fee. The ride is open to any bike on 2 wheels including; pushbikes, small bicycles with training wheels and balance bikes.
HELMETS ARE COMPULSORY. STRICT ADHERENCE TO AGE CATEGORIES. ALL ACCOMPANYING ADULTS TO BE ON FOOT

Dress Code: All children are encouraged to dress up and bedazzle their ride (parents / guardians / family are welcome to dress up and bedazzle their rides too!). Parents / guardians should come prepared and wear flat, comfortable running shoes.

2km Kids

Distance
  • 2 km
Start date
Sat. 18 Feb. 2023
Start time
12:50
Start location
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai (AE)
Cut-off
0h 25m
Age categories
/ 4-5
Note(s)
2km Kids course: This is a fun ride and is not timed. Every child who completes their ride is a winner & there are no prizes for first place. There will be a Prize Draw afterwards. One accompanying adult (Co-Pilot) is included in each entry fee and is optional. The ride is open to any pushbikes, tricycles or small bicycles with training wheels.

HELMETS ARE COMPULSORY. STRICT ADHERENCE TO AGE CATEGORIES. ALL ACCOMPANYING ADULTS TO BE ON FOOT

Dress Code: All children are encouraged to dress up and bedazzle their ride (parents / guardians / family are welcome to dress up and bedazzle their rides too!). Parents / guardians should come prepared and wear flat, comfortable running shoes.

4.5km Junior Short Ride

Distance
  • 4.5 km
Start date
Sat. 18 Feb. 2023
Start time
13:15
Start location
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai (AE)
Cut-off
0h 35m
Age categories
/ 6-7
/ 8-9
/ 10-11
Note(s)
4.5km Junior Short Ride: This is a fun ride and is not timed. Every child who completes their ride is a winner & there are no prizes for first place. There will be a Prize Draw afterwards. No accompanying parents allowed on course, but you may follow your child outside the fence line. The ride is open to any pushbikes, tricycles or small bicycles with training wheels.

HELMETS ARE COMPULSORY. STRICT ADHERENCE TO AGE CATEGORIES. ALL ACCOMPANYING ADULTS TO BE ON FOOT

Dress Code: All children are encouraged to dress up and bedazzle their ride (parents / guardians / family are welcome to dress up and bedazzle their rides too!). Parents / guardians should come prepared and wear flat, comfortable running shoes.

9km Junior Long Ride

Distance
  • 9 km
Start date
Sat. 18 Feb. 2023
Start time
15:00
Start location
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai (AE)
Cut-off
0h 40m
Age categories
/ 9-10
/ 11-12
Note(s)
9km Junior Long Ride: This is a fun ride and is not timed. Every child who completes their ride is a winner & there are no prizes for first place. There will be a Prize Draw afterwards. No accompanying parents allowed on course, but you may follow your child outside the fence line. The ride is open to any pushbikes, tricycles or small bicycles with training wheels.

HELMETS ARE COMPULSORY. STRICT ADHERENCE TO AGE CATEGORIES.
Map & accomodation
Organisation
Company
Cycle Challenge