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In this episode of The Mettleset Podcast, host Dawn Barnable heads off-road with two riders helping shape the future of cycling in the UAE.

Emirati gravel cyclist Rawdha Alfalasi has created something quietly radical: Seek.All, a new women-led cycling group dedicated to building confidence, connection, and community - one trail and one adventure at a time. We join Rawdha and fellow cyclist Sunshine Salgado Fearn at Dubai’s Mushrif Park, fresh off one of Seek.All’s very first group rides.

Together, we talk:

• How Rawdha started Seek.All, and what the name really means
• The goal, purpose and activities of the group
• Bikepacking across Europe (yes, including bear warnings)
• Sunshine’s journey back to racing and a push toward the UCI Gravel World Champs
• Why gravel cycling feels more welcoming — and what new riders need to hear

📍Location: Mushrif Park, Dubai

📲 Follow: @seekall.rides

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Credits:

• Host: Dawn Barnable
• Guests: Rawdha Alfalasi, Sunshine Salgado Fearn
• Produced by: The Mettleset

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I hope you enjoy the episode!

Dawn