Mountain Bike Legends of Oman

A special series on the pioneers of this thrilling sport!

In the soaring mountains of Oman, where rugged terrain defies the skills of riders, inspiring stories have emerged, of pioneers who shaped the history of this sport with their blood and sweat. "Mountain Bike Legends of Oman" is a new series of articles uncovering the profiles behind the rise of this sport—from entrepreneurs and innovators to race champions and community leaders.

Why this series?
Because the history of mountain biking in Oman isn’t just about trails and bikes—it’s about:
✔ Tales of perseverance – How ordinary individuals turned their passion into a community movement
✔ Entrepreneurial legacy – Who founded the first specialized shop? Who built the first trails?
✔ Wisdom of the pioneers – Lessons from the veterans for beginners and pros alike

Who is this for?

• New riders who want to understand the roots of this sport

• Pros who sometimes forget those who paved the trails before them

• Anyone who believes that behind every bike lies a human story worth telling

Who will be featured?
We begin with the legendary Captain Labib Al-Lawati, the entrepreneur who turned his passion into a biking empire. Then, we’ll explore:
🔹 The trailblazers who built historic routes
🔹 Pioneering women in the sport
🔹 Local race legends

"History doesn’t write itself—it’s written by those who have the courage to make it."