Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge
Date
Sunday 15.02.2026Distances
94 kmCity
Dubai
Country
United Arab EmiratesHeld in partnership with Dubai Sports Council, Spinneys and Dubai 92, the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge is one of the Middle East’s premium cycling races, regularly attracting thousands of riders from all over the world. Organized for the 15th time, the race offers a magnificent route through the streets of Dubai with an all-new start and finish, located at Expo City Dubai.
General
The Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge was organized for the first time in 2010 and will enter its 15th edition. Who doesn’t want to ride a mass-participation event with Dubai’s iconic skyscrapers in the background, while having a wide open highway all to yourself?
What’s special about this event? Regular Build-Up Rides held at the Al Qudra Cycle Track in the desert helps riders increase their speed and stamina in the months leading up to the Main Event, which attracts more than 2,000 participants from across the globe.
Road race
The Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge starts and finishes at Expo City Dubai. The course has a 2km neutral roll out to the official start and then passes a few of the iconic sights heading towards Global Village and Hessa Street before heading into town to Emirates Hills, DMCC and returning to Expo City Dubai. The Start is in different waves according to your expected speed and ability – a seeding process is in place.
Next to the Main Event, there is also a shorter 35km (non-official UCI qualifier) event.
Dubai
Dubai dazzles visitors with its striking blend of ultramodern architecture and rich cultural heritage, inviting travelers to explore everything from record‑breaking attractions and beautiful beaches to vibrant arts districts and traditional souks, creating a destination where innovation and Arabian tradition meet seamlessly.
Situated on the southeast coast of the Arabian Gulf in the United Arab Emirates, Dubai has grown into a major global hub with 18.7 million international visitors in 2024, highlighting its enormous tourism appeal. While population figures are not specified in the cited sources, the city’s status as one of the world’s most dynamic destinations is reinforced by its ability to attract tens of millions of travelers annually through its strategic location, world‑class infrastructure, and continually expanding attractions.
