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Mountain biking
Dubai,United Aab EmiratesAbout
Since its beginnings in the 1970s, mountain biking has become an increasingly popular sport that is today practised by millions all around the world.Here in the UAE, an increasing number of bikers who rode elsewhere and are keen to keep up with their favourite pastime has resulted in several groups being formed as riders head together.Apart from the vast Rub Al Khali sand desert, the UAE is also geographically defined by the Hajar Mountains which run parallel to the east coast of the UAE. At their highest point up in the Musandam Peninsula, the Hajars reach a height of 2,000 metres and it's in these peaks and valleys that you'll find many graded tracks used initially by 4WDs which also offer the perfect terrain for cross-country MTB. Tracks are typically the width of a car and provide enough space for two cyclists to ride next to each other. Technically, they do not provide too many difficulties but they can become very steep at times. Also, when frequently used by cars, especially in steep zones, there can be a lot of loose gravel which makes cycling a bit slippery and dangerous as those spots are difficult to judge.
