By Camel-Bak?
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For me, mention of Arabia conjures up images of endless, sandy desert. In one Bugs Bunny cartoon, Bugs ends up in Arabia (I suppose it’s Arabia) while trying to get to Miami Beach; and I guess I’ve seen it too many times.
The UAE has its share of cycling possibilities; check out Dubai! Or, try the Seih Al-Salam. This is a desert trail; so I got that one right, anyway!
Other trails are located in parks; and Nad Al Sheba is a converted camel racecourse. It includes several loops of varying lengths, and a children’s course as well.
Naturally there’s more to the UAE than Dubai. See here for more ideas. You’ll find Quick Rides, Long Tours, and more!
The UAE even has a cycling event especially for women: the Dubai Women’s Cycling Challenge. This event is open to female riders of all abilities, from novices to racing cyclists.
I don’t think want to cycle the UAE in July or August. Temperatures during the Summer can reach well over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, and that’s too hot for me! Bring on the cooling vest; and don’t forget the sunblock!
Winters are warm, with minimum temperatures of 50-57 degrees Fahrenheit. For me, that’s not “warm”; it’s cool enough for cold-weather gear. Bring out the leg warmers; or try some embrocation cream.
Arabic is the UAE’s official language, although English is often spoken there. Even so, learning some frequently used expressions in Arabic is helpful. Some of these etiquette tips sound familiar; it’s a small world, isn’t it?