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astumke

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South African °µÍø½ûÇø in Qatar

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South African

Lives in Doha, Baladiyat ad Dawhah

Speaks English, Afrikaans

Registration: 11 June 2014

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9 years ago
Rania Moufti

Biking in Doha by Rania Moufti

Hello all, I have extensively searched the web trying to reach correct and updated info regarding cycling areas and bike rentals in Doha but no use. so could any one kindly help me on the below: - is it allowed to bike at Doha Corniche? I have ...

astumke

No problem, I hope you guys enjoy it! Read More

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9 years ago
Rania Moufti

Biking in Doha by Rania Moufti

Hello all, I have extensively searched the web trying to reach correct and updated info regarding cycling areas and bike rentals in Doha but no use. so could any one kindly help me on the below: - is it allowed to bike at Doha Corniche? I have ...

astumke

The bike track next to the old airport road is actually great, we go there for a quick 20 km's after work and it is well attended by various groups of people. Well maintained, clean and scenic and loads of parking. Just a few metres at the ... Read More

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9 years ago
GuestPoster150

type of bicycle in Saudi by GuestPoster150

hi, hopefully heading out there soon, was hoping to take out a pushbike for sanity, and I was wondering which one would be best suited to the type of terrain. Road bike, hybrid, or a cyclocross Cheers in advance :top:

astumke

Wheels Bicycle Store · King Abdulaziz Road Khobar Open until 12:00 PM Read More

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10 years ago
GuestPoster150

type of bicycle in Saudi by GuestPoster150

hi, hopefully heading out there soon, was hoping to take out a pushbike for sanity, and I was wondering which one would be best suited to the type of terrain. Road bike, hybrid, or a cyclocross Cheers in advance :top:

astumke

There is very good Trek cycle shop in Khobar we use for servicing our bikes. Also one in Bahrain. Not so sure if you can cycle through Customs to Bahrain? Read More

astumke replied to a thread
10 years ago
GuestPoster150

type of bicycle in Saudi by GuestPoster150

hi, hopefully heading out there soon, was hoping to take out a pushbike for sanity, and I was wondering which one would be best suited to the type of terrain. Road bike, hybrid, or a cyclocross Cheers in advance :top:

astumke

We have our Fat Bikes here for trips in the desert. We are not professionals, just cycle to reset after a heavy week. Locals don't cycle much but saw a Road Cycling group here in Khobar. Think they are mostly Philliopinos? Traffic here are scary ... Read More

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10 years ago
Al Khobar UK Man

New to Khobar by Al Khobar UK Man

Hi All, I am new to Khobar and looking to make some new friends.

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10 years ago
JonMc

Just arrived in khobar..... by JonMc

Hi all Just arrived and have been dropped off in my compound (las Dunas - no idea where it is though!) Work due to start on Sunday but wondering about the best way to meet people and get doing things? Jon

astumke

Also from JHB, not living in a compound and so far really thought we are the only lost souls here..... :D We mountain bike with Fat Bikes in the desert on weekends and tried to cast a line or two a few kilometres outside Khobar near Hofuf. Good ... Read More

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10 years ago
RedGoblin

Thing to do In khobar by RedGoblin

Alright I am quit new to the site but then I see that the maximum no. of questions that most people want answers to is basically "what can I do in Saud Arabia?" :D A very very valid question. So I have been in Khobar for a year now, and I have ...

astumke

if anyone are in the mood for some mountain bike cycling we found a very nice track of 30km or further outside Khobar near Hofuf where we go on weekends. Sometimes a bit windy but mostly deserted with only camels and the occasional little desert fox ... Read More

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10 years ago
Ierfaan

South Africans in Khobar by Ierfaan

I have been in Khobar now since March. Finally got my work visa now. Was here initially on a business visa. Returned on work visa last Friday and am now waiting on my Iqama. In the plane from Cape Town to Doha and then Dammam, there were quite a few ...

astumke

Hi, Just curious, where are all the South Africans in Al Khobar? Been looking but no luck so far. Groete A Stumke Read More

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10 years ago
willemnel12

can I use my south African dstv decoder in Dammam? by willemnel12

can I use my south African dstv decoder in Dammam?

astumke

Hi Willem, Unfortunately not, you will have to subscribe to one of the local satelite services like OSN? Regards Read More