special events
As well as our regular weekend rides, Raha takes part in one-off events all over the UAE and other parts of the Middle East. These include mountain rides, visits to Oman and more. We also take part in sportives, such as the UAE's Coast To Coast Challenge. Visit our Strava page for details.
liwa
Situated in Abu Dhabi's barren Western Region, a ride through Liwa will have you wondering if you've landed on Tatooine. Its rolling dunes offer at least 800m of elevation gain, and Raha often holds an annual ride from here to Qasr Al Sarab.
jebel jais
The highest mountain in the UAE at 1,934m, Jais is a three hour drive away from Abu Dhabi in Ras Al Khaimah. A European-style ascent with switchbacks galore, get ready to climb for 25km, with an average gradient of 5%.
hatta
Hatta crosses the border of the emirate of Sharjah and Oman, and features tough climbs plus coastal views. The route is used by the UAE Tour every year, and it's also home to the Coast To Coast Challenge, a 206km sportive often takes part in.
jebel hafeet
Jebel Hafeet is Abu Dhabi's highest peak and the pros climb it every year during the UAE Tour. The ascent is around 12km long with an average gradient of 7%. It is also the part of the KU Challenge every Feb, an event Raha takes part in.
ANNUAL OCTOBER AWAY TRIP
Every October, Raha hosts a trip overseas. Recent destinations for the long weekend (we usually ride for four days) include Salalah in Oman and Cyprus. Plans are underway for the 2024 trip - email the club or ask the captains for more info.
christmas cracker
Before the Covid-19 pandemic, Raha regularly held its most epic ride of the year: the Christmas Cracker, a 320km pedal from Abu Dhabi to Dubai and back. Will the ride return for 2024 and beyond? Watch this space.