The Roads of Oman Set for the 2025 Muscat Classic & Tour of Oman

The annual cycling competition in Oman kicks off with the Muscat Classic on February 7, followed by the 14th edition of the Tour of Oman from February 8 to 12. The event will feature thrilling battles across Oman’s diverse and challenging routes.

🏆 Muscat Classic – February 7, 2025

The third edition of the Muscat Classic features a mountainous 174 km route from Al Mouj to Al Bustan. Riders will face long uphill climbs at Bausher Al Amerat (3.4km), Wadi al Kadir (2.1km), Al Hamriyah (0.8km), and Al Jissah (1.4km), a sequence that saw Finn Fisher-Black claim an unforgettable solo victory last year.

🚴 Tour of Oman 2025 – February 8-12

The 2025 Tour of Oman consists of five challenging stages, including a new finale at Bimmah Sink Hole, where sprinters will battle for victory on a final 1km straight along the shores of the Sea of Oman.

• 🔹 Stage 1 – Saturday, February 8: Start from Bausher → Bimmah Sink Hole (170 km)
• 🔹 Stage 2 – Sunday, February 9: Start from Al Rustaq Fort → Yitti Hills (203 km)
• 🔹 Stage 3 – Monday, February 10: Start from Fanja → Eastern Mountain (181 km, 4.6km climb at 8.5% gradient)
• 🔹 Stage 4 – Tuesday, February 11: Start from Oman Across Ages Museum → Oman Convention and Exhibition Center (181.5 km)
• 🔹 Stage 5 – Wednesday, February 12: Start from Imty → Jabal Al Akhdhar (Green Mountain) (139 km, summit finish)

Elite cyclists from around the world will battle for victory on Oman’s breathtaking and challenging roads.