Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has approved the development of a 50-km sand bike track in the Mushrif National Park.

 

A first-of-its-kind facility to be built by Dubai Municipality in the heart of the city, the track will be set amidst the park’s lush forest that features 70,000 trees. 

 

It will add 276 km more to the total existing and planned cycle tracks in Dubai, thus bringing the total length of bicycle tracks in the emirate to 739 km by 2026.

 

The sand bike track has been designed and constructed according to the highest international standards, specifications and technical guidelines, in alignment with the unique topography of the region. 

 

The track has been built not only to meet the requirements of amateur and professional cyclists, but also to encourage residents and visitors to practice sand cycling.

 

Dawoud Al Hajri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, said the project is a unique addition to the infrastructure projects, services and facilities being implemented by Dubai government to encourage sports and recreational activities and improve living standards in the emirate.

 

"The first phase of the winding track, which is 3m wide, has the capacity to accommodate more than 3,000 cyclists per day. The track starts from near the main gate of the park and ends at the same point," noted Al Hajri. 

 

"It features three quick-return lanes linked to three rest stops as well as two bike rental and repair shops. The rugged track provides an enjoyable riding experience even for beginners," he stated.

 

In its first phase, the track will feature three crossing bridges. On project completion, it will have a total of 10 bridges, he added.-TradeArabia News Service