astumke
South African expat in Qatar
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About me
South African
Lives in Doha, Baladiyat ad Dawhah
Speaks English, Afrikaans
Registration: 11 June 2014
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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 ...
No problem, I hope you guys enjoy it! Read More
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 ...
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
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:
Wheels Bicycle Store 路 King Abdulaziz Road Khobar Open until 12:00 PM Read More
Moving to Khobar by Nityaraja
Hello All, My husband and I will be moving to Khobar in few months. I would like to clarify a few things. 1. Is compound living safer/better than apartment? What will be the approximate rent of a single bedroom house in a compound? Is there any ...
Not wearing a Abaya? Not correct. Always wear Abaya even for Non-Muslim but no head scarf. But always keep it near you just in case you have to cover your head. Read More
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:
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
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:
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
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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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
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
Things to do in Khobar at weekends?? by andyeadie2004
Hi Everyone, Was wondering what everyone gets upto at the weekends here in Khobar?? I have been here for 3 weeks now and am open to suggestions preferably activities. Cheers Andy
Hi Andy, My husband and myself go mountain biking on weekends in the desert with our fat bikes or cast a line or two flyfishing at a deserted spot outside Khobar. The secret are loads of exploring to find something to do. Read More
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 ...
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
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 ...
Hi, Just curious, where are all the South Africans in Al Khobar? Been looking but no luck so far. Groete A Stumke Read More
can I use my south African dstv decoder in Dammam? by willemnel12
can I use my south African dstv decoder in Dammam?
Hi Willem, Unfortunately not, you will have to subscribe to one of the local satelite services like OSN? Regards Read More