At the heart of our activities is the RW Championship. We have 14 races over a season and we recognise the highest performing riders in each of our 6 race categories. The best 8 race placings are taken into account when making the final Championship Points Score, NOT the total amount of accrued points.
Every race, Championship Points are allocated to riders who finish the course according to their position.
1st place 200 points
2nd place 199 points
… …
30th place 171 points etc…
Some of our races are Time Trials, where riders with a dedicated TT bike have a clear speed advantage. Even a racer who does not have a TT bike can still have a very good chance of placing well in the overall championship, by collecting points at the road races. (We might make a side argument that TT races are an extremely good way of improving and assessing your fitness, no matter what kind of bike you ride).
Each of the race categories is like a mini-competition within the overall season. Juniors will see a ranking of their position in the club overall, but perhaps more importantly, against other Junior riders. This is true for each of the 6 race categories we have.
Races FAQs
Can you change the start time of a race because of…. [insert your reason]?
A) We take a large amount of factors into account when establishing the race schedule. Weather and seasonal temperatures, prayer times, clashing events, travel distance, amount of sunlight. The planned race times are set after all those factors are considered. We are always open to consider feedback for next season’s planning.
I’ve never done a bike race before. How do I get started?
A) Hi! It’s great that you have this interest. We have all been in the same position as you. We suggest you come along to one of our races and have a look. Introduce yourself to a Committee Member, or just chat with other riders. You’ll get lots of advice and encouragement and you can then work out a plan about how to start racing. Naturally the B-Race is the best place to start your racing career.
Are supporters allowed at races?
A) Definitely yes. Families with children do come along to cheer on the riders. We encourage people to come with flags, bells, hot coffee, picnic chairs, cameras and anything that will make more noise and spur their rider on to greater efforts.
We only ask that you leave your pet dog/cat/falcon/camel at home. Animals running in front of riders is highly dangerous and has caused many accidents in bike races in other countries.
Do you organise triathlons too?
A) No, but our sister club Riyadh Triathletes does and they’d love to hear from you. Tri here www.riyadhtriathletes.com 😉
Do you organise events for mountain bikers?
A) No. We don’t organise canoe races either. Mountain bikers can participate in our B-Races and Time Trials if they want to, but it is similar to trying to win a swimming race whilst wearing a Thobe or Abaya!
