QATAR INTERNATIONAL RALLY
February 5th to 7th 2015
ASN visa 100/QIR/14
FIA MIDDLE EAST RALLY CHAMPIONSHIP 2015
FIRST ROUND
2015 RALLY GUIDE
Organised by
Qatar Motor & Motorcycle Federation
Salwa Road Zone 24, Bldg 59
P.O. Box 8708 / Doha; Qatar
Tel.: +974 443 79 884
Fax: +974 443 79 761
e-mail: [email protected]
website: www.qmmf.com
This document has no regulatory power- for information only
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Welcome Message
Contact Details
Rally Programme
Service park & Remote Refuel
Two-way Radio
Tyres and fuel
Import of cars and spare parts
Helicopters
Hospitality and Hotel Package
Hotels and accommodation
Reconnaissance
Scrutineering
Shakedown
Start Procedure
Finish Procedure
PR Activities
Media
Passes & Plates
Medical & Safety
List of Useful facts and services
Appendix I
Itinerary
Reconnaissance schedule
Appendix II -Maps
Map showing location of QMMF, SSS and Service Park at Aqua Park
Layout of Super Special Stage
Overview map sections 2-7
Special Stage Maps sections 2-7
Overview map sections 8-13
Special Stage Maps sections 8-13
Description of the routes
Appendix III- How to travel to/ Road books TBA
TBA January 20
Appendix IV Layouts/ Drawings
Overnight Parc Ferme (TC1A)
Rally HQ
Scrutineering Area
Service Park
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1. QATAR INTERNATIONAL RALLY – Welcome Message
Welcome to the opening
Championship 2015!
round
of the FIA
Middle East
Rally
It is with great pride and honour that Qatar Motor and Motorcycle
Federation will once again host the opening round of the FIA Middle
East Rally Championship. I am delighted to welcome each and every
one of you, the drivers, organizers, media, sponsors and spectators to
participate in one of the toughest rallies and most prestigious events in
the world.
This year our MERC calendar has an additional two rounds with Oman
and Iran participating and this will add to the challenge for the
competitors, promising to make this year's championship even more exciting than 2014.
In addition we would like to thank all the FIA representatives, sponsors, promoters, partners,
organizers and friends for their ongoing contribution to the success of this event.
I would also like to take this opportunity to express my deep and sincere gratitude for the
support and continuing guidance and supervision of His Highness the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh
Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, and His Highness Sheikh Abdullah Bin Khalifa Al-Thani, without
whom this Rally in Qatar would not have been possible.
Once again, thank you for this opportunity and welcome to the Qatar International Rally!
Sincerely yours,
Nasser Khalifa Al Attiya
Qatar Motor & Motorcycle Federation – President
FIA – Vice President
FIM – Deputy President
Losail Internatonal Circuit – General Manager
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2. Contact details
ORGANISER CONTACTS
Qatar Motor & Motorcycle Federation
Salwa Road Zone 24, Bldg 59
P.O. Box 8708 / Doha; Qatar
Tel.: +974 443 7 9884 | Fax: +974 4437 9761
Email: [email protected] | Website: www.qmmf.com
KEY OFFICIALS
Rally Director
Clerk of Course
Deputy Clerk of Course
Chief Scrutineer
Chief Safety Officer
Secretary of the Rally
Media Officer
Competitions Relationship
Officer
Pedro Almeida
Marwan Musabeh
Hani Shaban
Clive Jacobsen
Julius Barles
Raquel Serrabella
Neil Perkins
David Patterson
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
RALLY HQ
Qatar Motor & Motorcycle Federation
Salwa Road Zone 24, Bldg 59
P.O. Box 8708 / Doha; Qatar
Tel.: +974 443 7 9884 | Fax: +974 4437 9761
Email: [email protected] | Website: www.qmmf.com
GPS COORDINATES:
N 25 16 446
E 51 30 874
RALLY HQ OPENING TIMES
Monday , 2nd February
18.00–20.00
QMMF Office, Salwa Road, Doha.
Tuesday , 3rd February
18.00–20.00
QMMF Office, Salwa Road, Doha.
Wednesday, 4th February
16.00-20.00
QMMF Office, Salwa Road, Doha.
Thursday, 5th February
Friday, 6th February
Saturday, 7th February
09.00-17.00
08.30-20.00
07.30-20.00
QMMF Office, Salwa Road, Doha.
QMMF Office, Salwa Road, Doha.
QMMF Office, Salwa Road, Doha.
MEDIA
Chief Media Officer
Neil Perkins
[email protected]
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3. PROGRAMME AND CRITICAL DEADLINES
th
Thursday Dec. 11 2014
12.00hrs
Entries open
Thursday Jan 15
th
2015
18.00hrs
Entries close at reduced fees
Thursday Jan. 22
nd
Entries close.
Thursday Jan. 29
th
QMMF Office,
Salwa Rd
2015
18.00hrs
Announcement of the final entry list.
Monday Feb. 2
nd
QMMF Office,
Salwa Rd
2015
18.00h/ 20.00hrs
rd
QMMF Office,
Salwa Rd.
2015
18.00hrs
Tuesday Feb 3
QMMF Office,
Salwa Rd.; DOHA
Registration for reconnaissance
Issuing of Road-Book / LEG 1
Collection of Recce Time cards,
and Tracking units
QMMF Office,
Salwa Rd
.
2015
08.30 till 16.00hrs
Reconnaissance allowed for section 2/3
18.00hrs
Issuing of Road-Book / LEG 2
QMMF Office,
Salwa Rd.
20.00hrs
Closing date for co-driver details
QMMF Office,
Salwa Rd.
Wednesday Feb 4
th
2015
08.30 till 16.00hrs
Reconnaissance allowed for section 4/5
16.00 till 20.00hrs
Administrative Checks
(All documents, materials and number panels
will be distributed during the Administrative Checks).
QMMF Office,
Salwa Rd.
09.30 till 14.00hrs
Scrutineering - sealing and marking
(Scrutineering, marking and sealing accordingly
to the timetable issued by bulletin at the
Administrative Checks)
QMMF Office Salwa Rd
14.00hrs
Pre-event press conference
QMMF Office Salwa Rd
15.00hrs
First stewards' meeting
QMMF Office Salwa Rd
15.30hrs
-Publication of the Ceremonial start list
-Publication of the Start list section 1
-Publication of the Start list Section 2
QMMF Office Salwa Rd
Thursday Feb 5
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15.00/16.00hrs
Timeframe for cars to enter the
the Pre-Start Holding Area
Doha Corniche
18.00
Ceremonial start
Doha Corniche
19.00
19.03
Start of Rally
Start of SSS
Doha Corniche
09.00hrs
Start Section 2 Leg 1
Aqua Park
19.00hrs
Publication of start list for Leg 2
QMMF Office Salwa Rd
Friday Feb 6
th
2015
Saturday Feb 7
th
2015
8.00hrs
Start Leg 2
Aqua Park
16.00hrs
Finish Ceremony and Prize Giving
QMMF, Salwa Rd
17.00hrs
Final scrutineering
QMMF Office Salwa Rd
17.00hrs
Post-event press conference
Media Centre
QMMF Office Salwa Rd
18.30hrs
Publication of the provisional final
classification on the official notice board
QMMF Office Salwa Rd
Rally Office/ Media Centre
Thursday Feb 5
th
2015
09.00/ 17.00hrs
Friday Feb 6
th
QMMF Office Salwa Rd
Officials can be contacted daily at QMMF offices
QMMF Office
Salwa Road
Officials can be contacted daily at QMMF offices
QMMF Office
Salwa Road
2015
08.30/ 20.00hrs
Saturday Feb 7
07.30/ 20.00hrs
Rally office open/ Media centre open
th
2015
4. SERVICE PARK AND REMOTE REFUEL
The Service park is located at Aqua Park 40km from Doha on Salwa Road (see appendix III for roadbook
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Corniche to Aqua Park). It may be accessed from January 27 .
GPS Coordinates:
N 25 09, 369
E 51 17, 660
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Parking: There is a spectator car park set up at the service park. Good opportunity to see
the drivers and the cars close up. Please always follow marshals' instructions
Service Park Facilities:
The service park is located in an area near the Muscat down town where many shops and
facilities are available nearby , it is also equipped with the following :
1- Coffee station
2- Results office
3- Toilets
4- Oil disposal
5- Trash Bins
6- Security:
The organizing committee has arranged a private security company to monitor the service
park from 2nd February; however the organizers are not responsible for any missing or
damaged units.
7- Medical facility:
An ambulance will be located in the service park from 6 th February.
Regulations and restrictions:
Within the service park:
The service regulations will be run in compliance with article 12 of the FIA General
Prescriptions. The organizer will supervise that the service regulations are obeyed by using
judges of fact along the route.
It is compulsory for service vehicles gaining access to the service parks to display the
appropriate plate which shall be affixed on the front of the car.
It is forbidden under any circumstances to drill holes in the tarmac or the ground at the
service park. Teams and competitors are asked to bring weights for tents and others that
need to be fastened.
Service teams are required to use protecting canvas, which does not let any liquid leak
through, underneath the competing cars at all times due to environment purposes.
Parking: There is a spectator car park set up at the service park. Good opportunity to see
the drivers and the cars close up. Please always follow marshals' instructions
Service Park Drawings : (available in appendix IV )
Location of remote refuel zones will be given with the distribution of the roadbook on 2 and 3 February
5. Two-way Radio
Not authorised for use by the government.
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6. Fuel and tyres
The use of AVGAS is permitted.
6.1 Fuel
6.1.1 Competitors may only refuel in the refuel zones designated by the organiser in the road book (except
as detailed in 6.1.9 and 6.1.10).
6.1.2 These refuel zones will be established immediately after the exit from service parks. Their entry/exit
shall be marked by a blue fuel pump symbol.
6.1.3 only actions inside a refuelling zone that are directly involved in the refuelling of the competing car are
permitted.
6.1.4 In the refuelling zone, a 5 km/h speed limit will apply.
6.1.5 It is recommended that mechanics wear fire-resistant clothing.
6.1.6 The responsibility for refuelling is incumbent on the competitor alone .
6.1.6.1 solely for the purpose of assisting with the refuelling procedure of their car , two team members of
each crew may access the refuelling zone
6.1.7 Engines must be switched off throughout the refuelling operation.
6.1.8 It is recommended that the crew remain outside the car during refuelling; however, should they remain
inside at their own risk; the safety belts must be unfastened.
6.1.9 When necessary as part of service (i.e. changing a fuel tank or pump, changing of fuel filter, changing
of any other item of the fuel circuit ) emptying and /or Refilling is permitted in a service park provided that:
- Work is carried out with the knowledge of the organizer.
- No other work is carried out on the car while the fuel circuit is open and/or during emptying and/or
refilling operation.
- A suitable safety perimeter is established around the car.
- fire extinguishers with operator on standby to be provided by the competitor.
- Only sufficient fuel is added to reach the next refuel zone.
6.1.10 The organisers may make provision for additional points for refuelling. These additional points for
refuelling shall only be set up along the route, in service stations. In these areas any kind of servicing is
prohibited - except for refuelling the car.
6.1.11 Super Unleaded fuel is widely available in Qatar.
6.1.12 In the event of a breakdown, a car may be pushed out of the refuelling zone by the crew, officials
and/or the two team members without incurring a penalty.
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6.2 Tyres
6.2.1 For all competitors, tyre changes may only be carried out in authorised zones
6.2.2 In accordance with article 60.1.6 of the FIA regional Rally championships Sporting regulations, the
use of any device for maintaining the full performance of the tyre with an internal pressure equal to or less
than atmospheric pressure is forbidden. The interior of the tyre (the space between the rim and the internal
part of the tyre) must be filled only with air.
6.2.3 In accordance with article 60.13 of the FIA regional rally championship sporting regulations, all tyres
must be readily available commercially.
6.2.4 In accordance with article 60.8 of the FIA regional rally championship sporting regulations,

Tyre marking will take place immediately after the refuelling zone at the exit of each service
parc. The appropriate FIA signs will identify the tyre marking zone.

Tyre mark checking zone will be established at the each technical zone as per the itinerary
6.2.5 Gravel tyres must be used for the duration of the rally
6.2.6 Tyre Regulations Breach
Any breach of the tyre regulations will be submitted to the stewards and may result in a penalty, which may
go as far as the exclusion of the crew by the stewards .
7. Import of vehicles and spare parts
Main agent for QMMF:
Gulf Agency Company Qatar (W.L.L.)
P.O. Box 6534
Doha
State of Qatar
Street Address: Standard Chartered Building
6th Floor
Abdulla Bin Jassim Street
Tel: +974 4420 5600
Fax: +974 4420 5601
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.gac.com/qatar
Mikko Wieru
General Manager
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: +974 5550 3104
*Please note below shipping charges are approximate*:
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FREIGHT CHARGES FOR EXPORT FROM GCC AND IMPORT BACK TO GCC -DESTINATION WISE
Destination : Doha Qatar
Loading point
Dubai
Sharjah
Kuwait
Bahrain
Riyadh
Dammam
Muscat Oman
3 Ton
2520/2520/N/A
N/A
2210/2210/N/A
Vehicle type
7 Ton
2800/2800/N/A
N/A
2660/2470/N/A
CLERANCE AT SILA
BORDER CHARGES
CLERANCE AT ABUSAMARA
MANIFEST FEE
40’ Trailer Recovery
3920/3640/3990/3640/5135/N/A
5330/N/A
3510/N/A
3510/N/A
7540/6500/-
QAR 850 PER TRUCK
QAR 850 PER TRUCK
QAR 750 PER TRUCK
QAR 180 PER TRUCK
Loading point : Doha
Vehicle type
Destination :
3 Ton
Dubai
2150/Sharjah
1950/Kuwait
N/A
Bahrain
N/A
Riyadh
N/A
Dammam
N/A
Muscat Oman
N/A
CLERANCE AT SILA
BORDER CHARGES
CLERANCE AT ABUSAMARA
MANIFEST FEE
7 Ton
2145/2145/N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
3640/-
40’ Trailer Recovery
3315/3250/3380/3380/3500/N/A
3300/N/A
3250/3640/3250/3640/4940/4550/-
QAR 850 PER TRUCK
QAR 850 PER TRUCK
QAR 750 PER TRUCK
QAR 180 PER TRUCK
Border charges :Additional as per receipts
Export documents to be provided by shipper.
Basic documents required : Invoice, PL attested by chamber and COO.
Destination clearances to be taken care by consignee's authorized agent.
Free time for loading , clearances and unloading would be 18hrs after that demurrage charges
of Dhs 500/- per trailer and Dhs 350/- per pickup per day applicable.
Insurance not included in our quote and can be arrange upon request and additional charges.
Quote is based on inguage cargo and weight.
Require 24 hrs prior notice to arrange and place the vehicle
TLS standard terms and conditions apply
Hope the above suits with your requirements and look forward your confirmation to proceed.
CLEARANCE AT RESPECTIVE DESTINATION HAS TO BE SHIPPER AUTHORISED AGENTS
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CHARGES FOR EXPORT FROM JORDAN AND IMPORT BACK TO JORDAN
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SERVICE
20 FEET
EXPORT CLEARANCE -JORDON1850 USD PER CONTAINER
LASHING
USD 700 PER CAR
FREIGHT(AQABA-DOHA)
USD 1450 PER CONTAINER
IMPORT CLERANCE -DOHA
USD 207 PER CONTAINER
SEAPORT HANDLING -DOHA USD 50 PER CONTAINER
DELIVERY ORDER FEES
USD 350 PER CONTAINER
TRANSPORT TO LOSSAIL
USD 330 PER CONTAINER
EXPORT CLERANCE -DOHA USD 207 PER CONTAINER
DELIVERY ORDER FEES
USD 350 PER CONTAINER
SEAPORT HANDLING -DOHA USD 212 PER CONTAINER
FREIGHT (DOHA TO AQABA) USD 1550 PER CONTAINER
IMPORT CLEARANCE -JORDON 2100 USD PER CONTAINER
UNLOADING
USD 750 PER CONTAINER
40 FEET
2150 USD PER CONTAINER
USD 700 PER CAR
USD 1975 PER CONTAINER TRANSIT TIME USD 207 PER CONTAINER
USD 50 PER CONTAINER
USD 450 PER CONTAINER
USD 330 PER CONTAINER
USD 207 PER CONTAINER
USD 450 PER CONTAINER
USD 327 PER CONTAINER
USD 2380 PER CONTAINER TRANSIT TIME -22 TO 25 DAYS
2350 USD PER CONTAINER
USD 750 PER CONTAINER
CHARGES FOR EXPORT FROM TURKEY AND IMPORT BACK TO TURKEY
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2
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SERVICE
EXPORT CLEARANCE -TURKEY
LASHING/THC/LOADING
FREIGHT(ISTANBUL-DOHA)
IMPORT CLERANCE -DOHA
SEAPORT HANDLING -DOHA
DELIVERY ORDER FEES
TRANSPORT TO LOSSAIL
EXPORT CLERANCE -DOHA
DELIVERY ORDER FEES
SEAPORT HANDLING -DOHA
FREIGHT (DOHA TO ISTANBUL)
IMPORT CLEARANCE -ISTANBUL
UNLOADING
20 FEET
1850 USD PER CONTAINER
USD 2200 PER CONTAINER
USD 1850 PER CONTAINER
USD 207 PER CONTAINER
USD 50 PER CONTAINER
USD 350 PER CONTAINER
USD 330 PER CONTAINER
USD 207 PER CONTAINER
USD 350 PER CONTAINER
USD 212 PER CONTAINER
USD 2175 PER CONTAINER
USD 2100 PER CONTAINER
USD 750 PER CONTAINER
40 FEET
2150 USD PER CONTAINER
USD 2200 PER CONTAINER
USD 2375 PER CONTAINER
USD 207 PER CONTAINER
USD 50 PER CONTAINER
USD 450 PER CONTAINER
USD 330 PER CONTAINER
USD 207 PER CONTAINER
USD 450 PER CONTAINER
USD 327 PER CONTAINER
USD 3450 PER CONTAINER
USD 2350 PER CONTAINER
USD 750 PER CONTAINER
TRANSIT TIME -26 DAYS
TRANSIT TIME -27 DAYS
CHARGES FOR EXPORT FROM LEBANON AND IMPORT BACK TO LEBANON
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2
3
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SERVICE
EXPORT CLEARANCE -BUIERUT
FREIGHT(BUIERUT-DOHA)
IMPORT CLERANCE -DOHA
SEAPORT HANDLING -DOHA
DELIVERY ORDER FEES
TRANSPORT TO LOSSAIL
EXPORT CLERANCE -DOHA
DELIVERY ORDER FEES
SEAPORT HANDLING -DOHA
FREIGHT (DOHA TO BUIERUT)
IMPORT CLEARANCE -BUIERUT
UNLOADING
20 FEET
1850 USD PER CONTAINER
USD 2550 PER CONTAINER
USD 207 PER CONTAINER
USD 50 PER CONTAINER
USD 350 PER CONTAINER
USD 330 PER CONTAINER
USD 207 PER CONTAINER
USD 350 PER CONTAINER
USD 212 PER CONTAINER
USD 2275 PER CONTAINER
2100 USD PER CONTAINER
USD 750 PER CONTAINER
40 FEET
2150 USD PER CONTAINER
USD 4485 PER CONTAINER
USD 207 PER CONTAINER
USD 50 PER CONTAINER
USD 450 PER CONTAINER
USD 330 PER CONTAINER
USD 207 PER CONTAINER
USD 450 PER CONTAINER
USD 327 PER CONTAINER
USD 3780 PER CONTAINER
2350 USD PER CONTAINER
USD 750 PER CONTAINER
TRANSIT TIME -30 DAYS
TRANSIT TIME -28 days
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8. Helicopters
The use of private helicopters in the Qatar International Rally is not permitted.
9. Hospitality arrangements and rally package offer
The Official Rally Hotel is Century Hotel Doha.
Contact QMMF directly for booking:
[email protected]
For assistance with Visas a clear copy of the passport must be received before January 22nd
2015. Contact:
[email protected]
Century Hotel Doha
Doha, Qatar, PO 22367
Tel: 00 974 444 55 121
Fax: 00 974 444 20 674
Free accommodation in one twin bedded room for Driver and
Co-driver for 5 nights (room and breakfast only)
in Century Hotel (see attached location map)
No extra night, early check in or late checkout will be provided.
Check in: 2 February 2015, at 15:00 h.
Check out: 7 February 2015, at 12:00 h.
Location of Century Hotel
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10. Hotel/ accommodation reservation
For those wishing to stay elsewhere, Doha is a large modern city with a wide variety of
accommodation to meet any needs. The following list of hotels refers:
Ritz Carlon Hotel*****
West Bay Lagoon, Doha, Tel.: +974 44848000, Fax: +974 44848484
InterContinental Doha*****
Al Istiqlal Road, West Bay Lagoon, Doha, Tel.: +974 44844444, Fax: +974 44839555
Sheraton Doha*****: Al Corniche Street, Doha, Tel.: +974 4485 4444, Fax: +974
44832323
Doha Marriott Gulf Hotel*****
Ras Aboud Street, Doha, Tel.: +974 44 298888, Fax: +974 44418784
Movenpick Hotel****
Corniche Road, Doha, Tel.: +974 44291111, Fax: +974 44291100
Mercure Grand Hotel****
Musheireb Street, Doha, Tel.. +974 44462222, Fax: +974 44439186
Al Bustan Hotel****
Museum Street, Doha, Tel.: +974 4432888, Fax: +974 44436111
Ramada Hotel****
Salwa Road, Doha, Tel.: +974 44417417, Fax: +974 44410419
Merweb Hotel***
P.O.Box 22201, Doha, Tel.: +974 44471111, Fax: +974 44471117
Movenpick Towers & Suite ****
Tel: +974 4496 6600 Fax : +974 4496 6610
Four Seasons Hotel Doha *****
The Corniche, Tel: +974 4494 8888, Fax: +974 4494 8282
Sharq Village and Spa *****
Tel: + 974 4425 6666 Fax: + 974 4425 66 60
La Cigale Hotel *****
60 Suhaim Bin Hamad Street Tel: +974 4428 8888 Fax: +974 4428 8000
Regency Hotel ***
10 Al-Asmakh Doha Tel: +974 44363 363, Fax : +974 44325 232
W Hotel Doha*****
West Bay, Doha, Tel.: +974 4453 5353, Fax: +974 4453 5354
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Grand Hyatt Doha *****
West Bay, Doha. Tel.: + 974 4412 8086, Fax: + 974 4411 0420
Millennium Hotel *****
Jawaan Street, Al Sadd. Tel. +974 4424 7777, Fax: +974 4434 1774
11. Reconnaissance
11.1 Procedure for registration
11.1.1 Registration for reconnaissance is at QMMF on Monday 2
reconnaissance time cards will be distributed at this time.
nd
February from 18.00- 20.00. The
11.1.2 When registering for the reconnaissance one of the crewmembers must be present to sign an
indemnity, register the details of the reconnaissance car, mobile telephone numbers and contact
details of the place of residence.
11.1.3 Reconnaissance car identification numbers must be attached to the front windscreen (top centre)
and on the right and left rear side windows. They must be kept visible for the duration of the
reconnaissance period.
11.1.4 Crews are authorised to drive a maximum of 2 (two) times through each Special stage during the
Reconnaissance period. When a Special Stage is used more than once in the same configuration
only a total of 2 passes will be permitted.
11.2 Specific regulations:
11.2.1 It is emphasized that reconnaissance is not practice. The competitors must drive in a manner that
does not endanger or cause inconvenience to traffic or people living near the stages. All road traffic
laws of Qatar must be strictly complied with and the safety of other road users must be respected.
Reconnaissance over the rally route outside the stated times for the respective Leg will entail the
start being refused.
11.2.2 Crews are not allowed to drive in the opposite direction of the rally route on special stages.
11.2.3 Crews are required to present their Reconnaissance time card at the Start and Finish of all Special
Stages. Cars will only be permitted to enter and leave the special stages through the Start and
Finish controls.
11.2.4 The presence of any entrant and/or crewmember entered in the Rally on any part of a Special
Stage, in any way whatsoever, is considered as Reconnaissance. Reconnaissance outside the
schedule set by the Organisers is considered as a very serious offence and will be reported to the
Stewards, who may apply penalties at their discretion.
11.2.5 If reconnaissance takes place outside the scheduled times, any crew and/or competitor is found on
any part of any Special Stage to be used in the Rally, he or she will be reported to the Stewards. If
this involved a Qatari licensed driver, he or she will be subject to national suspension. In the case of
a foreign licensed crew/competitor, he or she will be reported to the respective ASN, which will take
appropriate action.
11.2.6 All Reconnaissance for all crews will only be carried out using series production cars of two or four
wheel drive. Reconnaissance cars must be covered by insurance as required by the laws of Qatar.
No responsibility being imputable to the Organisers.
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11.2.7 The maximum speed limit of 80 km/h is imposed on all special stages during Reconnaissance.
Speed will be monitored by GPS tracking devices carried by all reconnaissance cars. Speeding will
incur such fines as specified in 2015 FIA Regional Rallies Championships Sporting regulations
Article 20.2.2
11.2.8 Any infringement of the reconnaissance regulations will be reported to the Stewards who may
impose penalties under article 152 of the FIA International Sporting Code. Furthermore, the
Stewards may report the Competitors concerned to the FIA for possible further sanctions.
11.3 Location of collection of speed control checking devices
11.3.1
A system of monitoring the speed, routing and position of reconnaissance cars during
reconnaissance of all special stages by means of GPS tracking devices will be used.
11.3.2 The fitting of GPS monitoring equipment will be available at the QMMF Office from 18.00 – 20.00 on
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Monday 2 Feb 2015
RECONNAISSANCE SCHEDULE:
Reconnaissance will take place according to the following schedule:
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Sections 2/3
Tuesday 3 Feb. 2015 (08.30 – 16.00)
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Sections 4/5
Wednesday 4 Feb. 2015
(08.30 – 16.00)
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Reconnaissance of the SSS can only be carried out on foot on Thursday 5 February from 16.00 to 17.30
12. Scrutineering, sealing and marking
12.1 Location and timetable
QMMF Office Salwa Rd Doha
Thursday Feb 5
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09.30 till 14.00hrs
2015
Scrutineering - sealing and marking QMMF Office Salwa Rd Doha
(Scrutineering, marking and sealing according
to the timetable issued by bulletin at the Administrative Checks)
12.2 Mud flaps:
Mud-dust flaps, which conform to Article 252, 7.7 Appendix J, may be fitted.
12.3 Window / Nets (Appendix J Article 253.12) Not applicable
12.4 Drivers Safety Equipment and other Scrutineering Provisions:
12.4.1 Cars must be presented to the scrutineers with the competition numbers, rally plates and optional
advertising affixed on the car before entering the Scrutineering venue.
12.4.2 The control of drivers’ helmets and equipment as well as Head Retaining Device (FHR) equipment
will take place at the scrutineering. The helmets will have to comply with the FIA standards listed in
ISC, Appendix L, Chapter III, Article 1. Each helmet used by the crew will have to be identified and
marked during the scrutineering before start. This marking may be checked on the start of each
special stage.
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12.4.3 Drivers’ and co-drivers’ overalls as well as gloves (optional for co-drivers), long underwear, a
balaclava, socks and shoes homologated to the FIA 8856-2000 standard.
12.4.4 In accordance with Appendix J, Article 253.6, two belt cutters must be carried on board at all times.
They must be easily accessible for the driver and co-driver when seated with their harnesses
fastened.
12.4.5 In accordance with Appendix L, Chapter III, Article 2, the wearing of long underwear homologated
to the FIA 8856-2000 standard on special stages is MANDATORY for all drivers and co-drivers.
Infringements are subject to the penalty of refusal to take the start.
12.5
Noise levels: As per article 65.3 of 2015 FIA Regional Rally Regulations
12.6
Special National requirements
Permitted modifications:
12.6.1 Under body protection is permitted.
12.6.2 Lighting:
Additional forward facing headlamps may be fitted in accordance with Appendix J of the
International Sporting Code.
12.6.3 2-Way Radios:
2-Way radios are not permitted
12.6.4 Windows:
The use of silvered or tinted film complying with Appendix J, Article 253, 12 is authorised on the
side and rear windows.
12.7
Tracking, data logging and emergency signalling:
For every vehicle, it is MANDATORY to mount a tracking system, live satellite tracking, data
recording and emergency signalling device that will be used to monitor the position, movement and
status of all competing cars at all times during the rally. This apparatus will be provided by the
Organiser.
The installation of the provided tracking system as well as its operating instructions will take place
whilst scrutineering.
Any misuse of the system(s) during the rally will result in the competitor being reported to the
Stewards who may impose penalties which may go as far as exclusion.
13. Shakedown
There will be no Shake Down in the QIR 2015
14 Start procedure
14.1 Ceremonial Start procedure and order:
14.1.1 Pre-start holding area
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Rally cars must enter the holding area on the Corniche not later than 16.00 on Thursday 5 . Time
cards will not be issued. A representative of the team may deliver the car.
Competitors reporting late to the start area will be penalized QR.100 per minute to a maximum of
14 minutes. Thereafter, they will be reported to the Stewards who may apply penalties at their
discretion.
The holding area will be secured. Access is limited to team members and media representatives
with appropriate identification/ accreditation.
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The Ceremonial start will be at 18.00.
14.3 Permitted early check-in at the end of a Leg:
Crews are authorised to check in early without incurring a penalty at:
TC1A
End of Section 1/ Parc Fermé IN
TC 7B
End of Leg 1 / Parc Fermé IN
TC 14C
End of Leg 2 / Parc Fermé IN
14.4 Super Special Stage procedure and running order:
14.4.1 Official Start.
The official start of the rally will be at TC0. Immediately after TC0 crews will be neutralised. The
starting time for SSS1 will be indicated to every crew at the super stage start line.
14.1.2 Start Order for the rally
The start for the rally will be given in the same order as for the super special stage (SSS1).
14.4.3 Super Special Stage Penalties:
The maximum time allowed to complete SSS1 will be 5 minutes. Any crew who fails to complete SSS1
within this maximum time or does not start SSS1 will incur a 10-minute penalty Which will be added to the
fastest time set for the same class in which the driver is competing in .
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If the running of SSS1 is interrupted, this will be signalled to the drivers by showing yellow flags.
When given this signal, the driver must immediately reduce speed and follow instructions of any
marshals or other officials. Failure to comply with this rule will entail a penalty at the discretion of
the Stewards.
If the super special stage is interrupted or stopped for any reason, the dispositions of article 39 of
the 2014 FIA Regional Rally Sporting Regulations will apply.
14.5 Starting order and interval:
14.5.1 The start for section 2 will be given in accordance with article 45.3 of the 2015 FIA Regional Rally
Sporting Regulations.
14.5.2 The drivers will start all road sections and special stages having a minimum of two minutes (2)
interval.
15. Finish procedure and prize-giving
Location and time:
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The finish prize giving podium will be held at QMMF on Saturday 7 of February at 16:00 pm with a
ceremony attended by government and VIP officials.
Procedure and instructions:
 From the final Service, the cars will drive to QMMF to the final holding area whose entrance is
TC13C in where the finish ceremony will be, then the Rally Officials will direct the cars to the finish
podium.
 Rally officials will give a request to the drivers to move forward to the finish ramp at a time upon the
request of the clerk of the course.
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All the rally finishers will drive over the ramp in reverse order i.e. last placed will drive over the ramp
first.
At 16:00hrs. the competitor placed last will drive to the Ramp, stop with nose of the car dropped
onto the exit ramp, stop engine .The crew will get out and stand on either side of the car with doors
open wave for the photographers.
The car will be driven off the ramp and directed by security marshals to either the parc ferme or
final checks.
The second last placed, same procedure as above.
Winners of Classes and other trophies as specified in the supplementary regulations will be
presented by dignitaries on the ramp.
The third overall driver will drive to the top of the ramp, stop with nose of the car dropped onto the
exit ramp, stop engine .The crew will get out and stand on either side of the car with doors open
wave for the photographers, dignitaries will present the trophies.
The car will then be driven off the ramp and parked so it is positioned on the left hand side of the
ramp, as directed by security marshals. The crew waits by the car.
Second overall, same procedure as third overall, car to be positioned on the right hand side of the
podium.
First overall drives on to the finish ramp with nose dropped onto the exit, the crew gets out,
dignitaries will present trophies. The appropriate national anthem will be played. The crew will close
doors and climb onto the bonnet, maybe joined by team personnel, team personnel leave ramp, the
car stays on the ramp until the finish of the ceremony.
The cars will then be directed to either to parc ferme or final checks .
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16. PR Activities
On the side of the rally activities , the organizing committee is supporting a road safety seminar that will
work with school teachers and introduce the road safety golden rules and the way to implement it at schools
17. Media
Contact before the rally:
Chief Media Officer
Neil Perkins
[email protected]
National Media Officer
Neus Ramos
[email protected]
Media Centre is located in Rally HQ
The QMMF Office, Salwa Rd; Doha
Tel: +974 443 79 884 / 885
Fax: +974 443 79 761
Email: [email protected]
Media Centre & Media Accreditation
Thursday, 5th February
Friday, 6th February
Saturday, 7th February
09.00-17.00
08.30-20.00
07.30-20.00
QMMF Office, Salwa Road, Doha.
QMMF Office, Salwa Road, Doha.
QMMF Office, Salwa Road, Doha.
Press Conferences:
Thursday Feb 5
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2015
14.00hrs
Saturday Feb 7
17.00hrs
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Pre-event press conference
QMMF Office Salwa Rd
Post-event press conference
QMMF Office Salwa Rd
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Expected Local Media Coverage
Newspapers:
English: The Gulf Times, The Peninsula. Published daily except Friday.
Arabic: Al-Sharq, Arrayah, Al-Watan.
Radio:
English: Qatar Radio - 97.5 FM.
French: Qatar Radio (on the same frequency from 13.15 to 16.00 daily)
Arabic: Voice of the Gulf -100.8 FM
Television:
Qatar Television (QTV) Channel 1 (Arabic) & Channel 2 (mainly English)
Media Layout on 1st floor of QMMF:
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18. Passes and plates
At each location a board will be displayed clearly indicating whcih passes have authorisation
to enter.
Red- Senior Officials
Orange- Media, TV
Blue- Drivers/ Co-drivers
Green- Mechanics
White- QMMF/ LIC staff
Gold- VIP
Silver- Guests
Each team will be given 2 service vehicle stickers to be affixed to the front of the service
vehicle.
19. Medical and safety
Emergency:
Police 999
Ambulance 999
Fire 999
Nearest Hospital:
Hamad Hospital
Al-Rayyan Road
Doha
Tel: 4439 4444/ 4439 2111
Web: www.hmc.com
Pharmacies
Sunday to Saturday 08:00- 22:00
Friday 16:00- 22:00
There is a pharmacy located next to the shopping centre next to QMMF; "The Centre
Pharmacy"
Towing/ Recovery:
AlFaza 24h
800 8080
20. List of useful facts and services
General Data
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State
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of Qatar
Area: 11,400 sq km
Population: 2, 260,000
Capital City: Doha
Language: Arabic, English
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Visas: All visitors to Qatar require a visa. Certain nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival
at Hamad International Airport (please see qatarvisa.com for more information). If you
require a visa prior to your arrival please contact: [email protected] and attach a
clear copy of your passport.
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Mobile phone: Ooreedoo mobile phone company has a kiosk at Hamad International
Airport in Arrivals Terminal.
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Time: GMT + 3 hours
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Dialing Code: +974
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Electricity: 240v + 6% with frequency of 50 Hertz
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Telephone: Qatar has direct dialing with 215 countries
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Mobile services: Oreedoo and Vodaphone
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Weights & measures: Metric
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Currency: The official currency is the Qatari Riyal (QR). The Riyal exchange rate is
pegged to the US Dollar at QR 3.65
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Location: Middle East, peninsula bordering the Persian Gulf and Saudi Arabia
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Climate: Summer lasts from May to September, and temperatures at that time generally
average 35°C (95°F), although it can get up to 50°C (122°F). The autumn/ winter months
(November-April) are much milder with pleasant, cool evenings .
Seasonal Weather Averages in Doha
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The Arabian Peninsula
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USEFUL NUMBERS
Important Numbers
Airlines
Police, Fire Ambulance
999
Air France
4432 1208
Hamad International Airport
4465 6666
Air India
4441 8423
Airport Information
4465 6347
American Airlines
4499 5737
Telephone Directory
180
British Airways
4432 1434
Oreedoo General Inquiries
4440 0400
Delta Airlines
4483 0725
Qatar Cablevision
111
Egypt Air
4435 2901
Internet Qatar
111
Emirates Airline
4438 4477
Hamad General Hospital
4439 4444
Gulf Air
4462 1413
Hamad Medical Emergency
4439 2111
KLM
4432 1208
Kuwait Airways
4443 5340
Lufthansa
4431 0212
Malaysia Air Office
4444 4430
Courier Service
Aramex International
4450 6611
Oman Air
4432 0509
DHL Express
4458 7888
Qatar Airways
4449 6666
Fedex Federal Express
4443 4409
Royal Jordanian
4443 1431
General Post Corporation
4446 4000
Saudi Arabian Airlines
4444 0121
TNT Express Worldwide
4462 2262
Singapore Airlines
4499 5700
UPS (United Parcel Service)
4432 2444
Srilankan Airlines
4444 6345
Taxis
Doha Limousine
4483 9999
Fox Transport
4462 2777
Karwa Taxis
4458 8888
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Appendix I
ITINERARY
QATAR INTERNATIONAL RALLY
05 - 07 FEB 2015
Thursday, 5 Feb. 2015
SS Dist.
(Km)
LOCATION
Liaison
Dist.
(Km)
Total Dist. Target Time
(Km)
(Hr:Min)
All cars must be at the Pre-Start Holding Area
Ceremonial Start
0
SSS 1
Rally Start (Doha - Corniche
Super Special Stage
1A
Parc Ferme IN (Aqua Park)
16:00 18:00
19:00
19:03
2,27
44,42
44,69
01:30
1
2
SS 2
3
SS 3
4
SS 4
4A
4B
4C
5
SS 5
6
SS 6
7
SS 7
7A
7B
LOCATION
Start of section 2 (Aqua Park)
Service A, Tyre change allowed
Service OUT (Aqua Park Qatar)
Refulling zone - Tyre marking
Umm Wishah
UMM WISHAH - 1
Al Shabana
AL SHABANA - 1
Remote Refuelling zone
Al Kharsaah
AL KHARSAAH - 1
Regrouping IN (Aqua Park Qatar)
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Liaison
Dist.
(Km)
(2,27)
(44,42)
(46,69)
(41,09)
(29,85)
26,60
(70,94)
26,60
00:35
3,25
24,95
00:25
(46,92)
3,18
(72,54)
22,57
00:30
43,74
69,36
01:00
00:20
(66,71)
(76,77)
(143,48)
00:30
(41,09)
(29,85)
26,60
51.55
26,60
00:35
3,25
24,95
00:25
(47,15)
3,18
(72,77)
22,57
00:30
(66,71)
43,74
(76,77)
69,36
(143,48)
01:00
00:45
135.69
197.96
333.65
Total Dist. Target Time
(Km)
(Hr:Min)
1st Car
Due
09:00
00:15
09:15
21,70
19,39
(25,62)
25,62
Regrouping OUT - Service IN (Aqua Park Qatar)
Service B, Tyre change allowed
Service OUT (Aqua Park Qatar)
Refulling zone - Tyre marking
Umm Wishah
UMM WISHAH - 2
Al Shabana
AL SHABANA - 1
Remote Refuelling zone
Al Kharasaah
AL KHARSAAH - 2
Service IN (Aqua Park Qatar)
Service C, Tyre change allowed
Service OUT / Parc Ferme IN
LEG 1 TOTALS
SS Dist.
(Km)
09:50
09:53
10:18
10:21
Section 2
1B
20:33
Friday, 6 Feb. 2015
Leg 1
TC
SS
1st Car
Due
10:51
10:54
11:54
12:14
12:44
21,70
19,39
(25,62)
25,62
13:19
13:22
13:47
13:50
Section 3
TC
SS
Section 1
Leg 1
14:20
14:23
15:23
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QATAR INTERNATIONAL RALLY
05 - 07 FEB 2015
LEG 2
7D
8
SS 8
9
SS 9
10
SS 10
10A
10B
10C
11
SS 11
12
SS 12
13
SS 13
13A
13B
13C
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Section 4 start - Service IN (Aqua Park Qatar)
Service D, Tyre change allowed
Service OUT (Aqua Park Qatar)
Refulling zone - Tyre marking
Mekaines
MEKAINES - 1
Salwa
SALWA - 1
Remote Refuelling zone
QMMF -1
QMMF -1
Regrouping IN (Aqua Park Qatar)
Regrouping
Regrouping OUT - Service IN (Aqua Park Qatar)
Service B, Tyre change allowed
Service OUT (Aqua Park Qatar)
Refulling zone - Tyre marking
Mekaines
MEKAINES - 2
Salwa
SALWA - 2
Remote Refuelling zone
QMMF -2
QMMF -2
Regrouping IN (Aqua Park Qatar)
Service C, Tyre change allowed
Service OUT (Aqua Park Qatar)
Ceremonial Finish Podium
Parc Ferme IN (QMMF) EARLY OK
Liaison
Dist.
(Km)
Total Dist. Target Time
(Km)
(Hr:Min)
1st Car
Due
08:00
00:15
08:15
(36,23)
(12,61)
11,48
(48,84)
11,48
00:20
1,13
22,03
00:30
(13,55)
2,26
(41,11)
17,59
00:35
11,29
38,85
00:50
00:20
(63,79)
(26,16)
(98,95)
00:30
(36,23)
(12,61)
11,48
(48,84)
11,48
00:20
1,13
22,03
00:30
(39,84)
2,26
(67,40)
17,59
00:35
11,29
(26,16)
38,58
(89,95)
00:45
00:10
20,90
15,33
(27,56)
27,56
08:35
08:38
09:08
09:11
Section 4
7C
SS Dist.
(Km)
LOCATION
09:46
09:49
10:39
10:59
11:29
20,90
15,33
(27,56)
27,56
(63,79)
11:49
11:52
12:22
12:25
13:00
13:03
13:53
Section 5
TC
SS
Saturday, 7 Feb. 2015
14:03
26,29
26,29
LEG 2 TOTALS
127,58
78,61
206,19
TOTALS OF THE RALLY
LEG 1 - 7 SS
LEG 2 - 6 SS
TOTALS OF THE RALLY
SS
135.69
127.58
263.27
Liasion
197.96
78.61
276.57
Total
333.65
206.19
539.84
00:45
14:48
40.67%
61.87%
48.77%
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RECONNAISSANCE SCHEDULE:
Reconnaissance will take place according to the following schedule:
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Sections 2/3
Tuesday 3 Feb. 2015 (08.30 – 16.00)
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Sections 4/5
Wednesday 4 Feb. 2015
(08.30 – 16.00)
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Reconnaissance of the SSS can only be carried out on foot on Thursday 5 February from 16.00 to 17.30
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Appendix II: Maps
Doha- Overview of QMMF, SSS1 and Service Park location
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SUPER SPECIAL STAGE
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Overview map leg 1 (section 2-7 to be published on 03/02/15)
Special Stage Maps (sections 2-7 to be published on 03/02/15)
Overview map leg 2 (section 8-13- to be published on 04/02/15)
Special Stage Maps (section 8-13- to be published on 04/02/15)
DESCRIPTION OF THE STAGES FOR SPECTATORS
SUPER SPECIAL STAGE
Thursday 5th February 2015 Starts at 19.00
Description: Super Special Stage in the car park along the corniche Sea Side before the
Sheraton Hotel Car Park.
Exciting and challenging stage, the only one on asphalt, from any viewing point you can see
the thrill of the drivers drifting and negotiating corners at high speed. Stand in safe place and
always follow Marshals instruction.
Friday 6th February
SS 2 and 5 Umm Wishah Starts at 09:53 and 13:27
Description: 22K the stage in a scenic area by the village of Umm wishah, twisty
and fast.
How to get there:
The start: Take the road out of Doha West on Salwa Rd for 40km, take the exit of Dukhan
Umm Bab , continue for about 15km , turn right at the sign Umm Wishah village, drive off
road toward the village for about 2km ,the start of the stage is about 400m North of the
village , which gives an excellent viewing point, you can experience the thrill of the
start of the cars before disappearing into the stage.
The Finish: Take the road out of Doha West on Salwa Rd for about 40km , take the exit of
Dukhan Umm Bab, continue for about 20km, turn right at the sign Al Karsaah, continue for
about 4km , to get to the finish of the stage which few hundred meters from the tarmac
Road. At this point you can experience the tremendous speed and agility of the cars.
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SS 3 & 6 Al Shabhana Starts at 10:26 a n d 14.00
Description: 19.5 K Stage on gravel running close to the sand plant past the village of
Shabhana
How to get there:
The start: Take the road out of Doha West on Salwa Rd for 40km, take the exit of
Dukhan Umm Bab , continue for about 20km , turn right at the sign Al Kharsaah. Drive for
about 4.5km, the stage comes very close to the road. From this point you can witness the
superb speed of the cars blasting through the final leg of the stage on to the finish.
The finish: Take the road out of Doha west on Salwa Rd for 40km , take the exit of Dukhan
Umm Bab , continue for about 25km , Drive for about 600m at the Al shabana sign ,the
start of the stage is on the right side of the road , excellent viewing point, cars are very
close to the tarmac road and can be seen for a while before disappearing into the stage.
SS 4 and 7 AlKharsaah Starts at 10:59 and 14:33
Description: 25.60K longest stage in the rally on L e g 1, stage in a scenic area with
beautiful greenery shrubs, some big jumps. Twisty and winding track a great challenge to
the drivers.
How to get there:
The start: Take the road out of Doha west on Salwa Rd for 40km , take the exit of Dukhan
Umm Bab , continue for about 45km on the main road until you reach the start which is
only 200m from this road, the stage is on the right side. Park nearby and enjoy the thrill and
adrenalin rush while the cars disappear into the desert
The Finish: Take the road out of Doha West on Salwa Rd for about 40km , take the exit of
Dukhan Umm Bab, continue for about 20km, turn right at the sign Al Karsaah , continue for
about 5km , the Finish of the stage is close to the Tarmac . Park nearby and enjoy the thrill
of the cars coming to a halt at the stop point.
Saturday 7th February
SS 8 and 11 Mekaines Starts at 8.38 and 11.57
Description: 2 1 .00K Stage on gravel running close to the s a t e l l i te d i s h e s , twisty and
technical.
How to get there:
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The start: Take the road out of Doha west on Salwa road for 30km, Continue past
the industrial area toward Mekaines satellite dishes. Follow the road past the dishes,
continue past Mekaines farm until you reach the start . Excellent viewing point cars are seen
at high speed tackling twisty curves before they come to a halt in full view.
The finish: Take the road out of Doha west on Salwa road for 40km, Continue past the
industrial area toward Mekaines satellite dishes. Take the exit showing Dukhan and the sand
processing plant, continue toward the plant for about 5.0km, the Finish is close to the
road. From this point you can witness the superb speed of the cars blasting through the
final leg of the stage on to the finish.
SS 9 & 12 Salwa Starts at 09:11 and 12:20
Description: 15.00K Stage on gravel running close to the main road, twisty and
technical, the Start and the finish are both very close to each other it’s very competitive.
How to get there:
The start: Take the road out of Doha west on Salwa road for 30km , Continue past the
industrial area toward Mekaines satellite dishes. take the exit showing Dukhan and the sand
processing plant, continue toward the plant for about 5.0km , the Start is close to the
road , excellent viewing point, cars are very close to the tarmac road and can be seen for a
while before disappearing into the stage.
The finish: Take the road out of Doha west on Salwa road for 40km, Continue past the
industrial area toward Mekaines satellite dishes. Take the exit showing Dukhan and the sand
processing plant, continue toward the plant for about 5.0km, the Finish is close to the
road. From this point you can witness the superb speed of the cars blasting through the
final leg of the stage on to the finish.
SS 10 and 13 QMMF Starts at 9:49 and 12:58
Description: 27.5K longest stage in Leg 2 in a scenic area by the sand plant, twisty and
fast.
How to get there:
The start: Take the road out of Doha west on Salwa road for 40km, Continue past the
industrial area toward Mekaines satellite dishes. take the exit showing Dukhan and the sand
processing plant, continue toward the plant for about 6.0km , Before you reach the plant
the start is on the Left side about 500m from the main road, cars will travel at high speed,
can be seen for while before disappearing into the desert .
The Finish: Take the road out of Doha west on Salwa road for 40km, Continue past the
industrial area toward Mekaines satellite dishes. Take the exit showing Dukhan and the sand
processing plant; continue toward the plant for about 5.0km, the Finish is close to the
road. From this point you can witness the superb speed of the cars blasting through the
final leg of the stage on to the finish. It’s the same finish point as Mekaines
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Appendix III: Road books; how to travel to
TBA January 20
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Appendix IV Drawings and layouts
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Rally HQ
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Scrutineering
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Service Park
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