BRM Rules & Guidelines
General Rules
- BRMs are not races. There are no prizes for fastest finishers.
- Riders must be self-supported. No drafting behind motor vehicles, no support cars following.
- All riders must carry the brevet card and get it signed/stamped at each control point.
- Riders must follow all traffic laws of the UAE.
- Minimum age to participate: 18 years.
Equipment Requirements
- Helmet — Mandatory for all riders at all times.
- Lights — Front white light and rear red light mandatory. Must be used from sunset to sunrise and in low-visibility conditions.
- Reflective vest/clothing — Mandatory for night riding sections.
- Bicycle — Must be human-powered only. No e-bikes or motor-assisted bicycles.
Time Limits
| Distance | Time Limit | Avg Speed (min) |
|---|---|---|
| 200 km | 13h 30m | ~15 km/h |
| 300 km | 20h 00m | ~15 km/h |
| 400 km | 27h 00m | ~15 km/h |
| 600 km | 40h 00m | ~15 km/h |
| 1000 km | 75h 00m | ~13.3 km/h |
Control Points
- Control points are locations along the route where riders must check in.
- Each control has an opening and closing time based on average speeds.
- Arriving before the opening time requires waiting; arriving after closing time is a DNF.
- Proof of passage: brevet card stamp, receipt, or photo as specified by the organizer.
DNS / DNF
- DNS (Did Not Start) — Registered but did not appear at the start.
- DNF (Did Not Finish) — Started but did not complete within the time limit.
- DNF riders must inform the organizer and are responsible for their own return.
UAE-Specific Guidelines
- Carry adequate water — desert conditions require 1L per 30-40 km minimum.
- BRM season typically runs October through April when temperatures are manageable.
- Summer events (if any) will have early morning starts (3:00 AM - 4:00 AM).
- Riders must carry a mobile phone with UAE emergency numbers saved (999 Police, 998 Ambulance).
- Riding on highways/motorways is prohibited. Routes use secondary roads and cycle tracks.
ACP Reference
These rules are derived from the official ACP regulations. For the complete international ruleset, refer to the ACP BRM Rules page .