• Date: Friday, December 27, 2024
• Location: Barwa Trail, Team Kubol Hut
• Sign-in Registration Time: 06:00 AM
• Start Time: 07:30 AM
• Duration: 3 Hours
• Route: 5km technical trail [view Route in Garmin Connect]
• Race Format: Complete as many laps as possible within the time limit.
• Start Format: Le Man Start

SAFETY NOTICE

• NO Ambulance on-site. For any major incidents, call 999 immediately.
• This is a Technical Trail; newbies are encouraged to do a proper track reading before the race.
• Helmet is mandatory
• Elbow and knee pads are optional but encouraged.
• There will be NO mechanic support inside the trail, so ensure your bike is in good condition before the race.
• Participants are responsible for their own safety and are encouraged to ride within their limis.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

• Overall Winners: Trophies for the Top 3 Men and Top 3 Women 
• Age Groups: Podium medals for the top finishers in each category
• Digital Finisher's Certificates: Available for download
• Chip-timed results (live) for all participants.

AGE GROUPS

• Male 16-18
• Male 19-39
• Male 40-49
• Male 50+
• Female 16-18
• Female 19-39
• Female 40+

ENTRY FEES

• UFMBQ Volunteers Task Force: 30 QAR
• UFMBQ Members: 50 QAR
• Non-Members: 60 QAR
• Team Kubol: Free 15 entries for Team Kubol Trail Builders.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. General Rules:
   • All participants must sign a waiver before the race.
   • Race numbers must be visible at all times during the race.
2. Equipment:
   • Only Mountain Bikes is allowed for use to compete.
   • Helmets are mandatory for all riders.
   • Elbow and knee pads are optional but recommended.
   • Participants must ensure their bikes are in good condition before the race.
   • Participants are encourage to bring their own repair kits.
3. Race Conduct:
   • Ride responsibly and respect fellow riders and practice proper trail etiquette.
   • Overtaking is allowed only in safe areas. Announce your intention before passing.
   • If you need to stop, move off the trail to avoid obstructing other riders.
4. Timing and Results:
   • Each participant will be chip-timed, and result will be available online after the race.
   • Riders must complete laps within the 3-hour race window.
   • Laps started before 2:59:59 will be valid, provided the rider crosses the lap timing point before 2:59:59 cut-off time. 
   • Final results will reflect the total laps completed and the rider's time.
5. Safety:
   • Participants are responsible for their own safety.
   • This is a technical trail; proper track reading is encourage, specially for newbies.
   • There will be NO ambulance on-site. For emergencies, call 999.
   • There might be NO Mechanic Support on-site, so make sure that your bike is in good and race-ready condition.
6. Disqualification:
   • Riders are responsible in following the correct route, so track reading is a must, and lack of trail marking is not an excuse. Riders found to be cheating, taking shortcuts, or displaying unsportsmanline conduct will be disqualified.
   • Failure to wear a helmet during the race will result in immediate disqualification.

IMPORTANT NOTES

1. Be prepared to bring your own water and energy snacks; hydration is essential.
2. Enjoy the race, but remember - safety comes first!
3. Potluck Breakfast after the race - Bring your favorite dish to share after the race!

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