One of the most famous rides in Dubai “The Stick” This is where it all started. “The Stick” is approximately 18kms, “36kms out and back” and is part of the famous Al Qudra Cycle Track. Very subtle inclines but pretty much flat this route sub 60min is a very solid effort! The Al Qudra Cycle Track is a dedicated cycle track in the Dubai desert that was planned and built under the guidance and Vision of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is the Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, and ruler of of Dubai. With spectacular and unique views of the amazing desert dunes and the local wildlife.
Prior to the Al Qudra Cycle Track there was no real safe place for cyclists to ride in Dubai, since the tracks opening It has become home to both individuals and cycling groups alike as well as being part of events like the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge, Return to Racing and running alongside Ironman routes.