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Le championnat d'Europe de cyclisme de montagne V T T 2010 aura lieu a Haifa
Haifa to host 2010 European Mountain Bike Championships
By Fadi Eyadat
Haifa, which presently has virtually no designated bicycle paths, has been chosen to host
the 2010 European Mountain Bike Championship.
During the city's film festival held during the Sukkot holiday last year, a local couple
approached Haifa Mayor Yona Yahav at the city's Cinemateque theater to lament that,
unlike many other Israeli cities, Haifa lacks bicycle paths. A year later, the city is en route
to becoming a cycling capital, adding to its reputation as a soccer and water sports hub.
In preparation for the 2010 Championship, a 17-kilometer track will soon be paved along
the sea from Mount Carmel to the Atlit fortress south of the city. "We will nurture Haifa
as a unique national center for cycling," Yahav said this weekend. "The cycling track
along the sea will be the most beautiful and safest in the country, and the possibility of the
combined riding experience of the Carmel mountains and the shoreline will be an
attraction for riders from Israel and around the world."
The competition is expected to begin in July 2010 at the foothills of the Carmel. "It wasn't
easy to convince the European committee to choose us," said Israel Bicycle Association
Director General Emilio Rotman. "This won't be an easy track. There are plans for
mountainous, muddy and wet sections. We picked Haifa because it's a significant city in
Israel, and because we wanted, in addition to cyclists, to attract families and the general
public to come and enjoy the city."
Rotman estimates that some 800 cyclists from 30 European countries will participate in
the event. "This competition will launch ranking calculations ahead of the 2012 London
Olympics. That's why I expect it to be important, and for many cyclists to arrive. World
champions will come here," he said.

Haifa to host 2010 European Mountain Bike Championships
Cyclisme en Israel- Introduction
Vous visitez la Terre Sainte ? Vous aimez rouler a bicyclette ?
Pourquoi ne pas combiner les deux ? La bicyclette vous permet
de voyager au ֲ« bon rythme ֲ» : assez vite pour vous rendre en
un lieu, assez lentement pour sentir une fleur, rencontrer les
habitants et apprendre a apprecier le pays : jamais vous
n'oublierez les endroits ou vous etes alles a bicyclette. Que ce soit
une agreable balade en ville ou un circuit complet, des pistes
cyclables pour toute la famille ou des itineraires hors des routes,
chaque amoureux de la petite reine trouvera son compte en
Israel. Nous avons repertorie un certain nombre d'itineraires
recommandes dans tout le pays, certains d'une journee, d'autres
plus longs a travers le pays. Ces trajets vous donnent une idee
generale de toutes les options possibles. Celles- ci peuvent etre
modifiees en fonction des gouts de chacun. Remarques
importantes
1- les itineraires recommandes sont classes selon 3 categories
Facile - convient generalement a toute la famille.
Moyenne difficulte convient aux cyclistes habitues et avec une
certaine experience.
Difficile a recommander aux cyclistes experimentes
2- Tous les itineraires recommandes sont planifies pour eviter
autant que possible la circulation. A noter : les itineraires sur
route privilegient les chemins de terre tres stabilises ; en
consequence, les velos tous-terrains sont recommandes.
3- Securite : Le port du casque est obligatoire en Israel. De
plus, il ne faut pas oublier que dans certaines regions,
particuliֳerement le Neguev, l'eau est rare : assurez vous d'avoir
toujours suffisamment d'eau pour la journee. Munissez vous
toujours d'une carte routiֳere, evitez de rouler la nuit et evitez les
routes principales a forte circulation automobile.
4- Vous pouvez louer un velo en Israel . Si vous souhaitez
apporter votre propre velo, sachez que certaines compagnies
aeriennes parmi lesquelles EL Al le transportera sans
supplement a payer. Informez vous a l'avance sur les disposition
specifiques de la compagnie choisie.
5- Les velos peuvent etre transportes sur les bus, en payant
50% de plus. Il est fortement conseille de faire appel aux
services d' un guide professionnel si vous visitez le pays a
bicyclette
Cycling in Israel - Introduction
Visiting the Holy land? Love cycling? Why not combine the
two? Cycling allows you to travel at ג€�the right speedג€�,
fast enough to get anywhere, and slow enough to smell the
flowers, meet the locals and get a true feeling for the land. You
will never forget the places in Israel that you reached by bike.
From a pleasant urban ride to a cross country tour, from bike
paths for the whole family to extreme off road routes, Israel
has something for anyone who loves to ride. We have collected
a number of recommended routes all around the country,
some of them day rides, and some cross country. These routes
are to give a general idea of all the options available. All of
these options can be modified to fit an individualג€™s taste.
A few important notes:
1. The recommended routes are divided into three
categories:
ֲ· Easy- suitable for most families
ֲ· Moderate- suitable for recreational riders and riders with
some experience
ֲ· Difficult- suitable for experienced cyclists
2. All recommended routes are planned to avoid traffic as
much as possible. However, please note that the on-road routes
do leave the main road for well paved dirt roads. Accordingly,
Hybrid bicycles are recommended.
3. Safety: Bicycle helmets are required by law in Israel.
Additionally, please be aware that in some areas, particularly
the Negev, water is scarce; make sure you always have enough
water for the day. Always have a map in hand, avoid cycling at
night, and avoid cycling on major roads with heavy automobile
traffic.
4. Bike rentals are available in Israel. If you would like to
bring your own bicycles, be advised that some airlines will take
your bike for no extra charge, one of which is El Al Airlines.
Make sure to contact your airline in advance for their specific
regulations.
5. Bicycles can be taken on buses for an additional 50% -
Hiring the service of a licensed tour guide when cycling in
Israel is highly recommended.
In May, Bicycle marathon in memory of Yaniv Hershkowicz, zal
En mai, Marathon de bicyclette a la memoire de Yaniv Hershkowicz, zal
Nouveau circuit en Basse Galilee
Nahal Yiftachel (pres de Hamovil Merkaz Shetach Alon HaGalil)
New single cycling in Lower Galilee
Nahal Yiftachel (Hamovil junction/Merkaz Shetach Alon HaGalil)
Le club de velo de montagne du Carmel CMBC a ete fonde en 1922
The Carmel Mountain Bike Club CMBC was founded in 1922
Tandem bikes are used by two riders riding
together on one bike and thus enable blind riders or
riders with eyesight disabilities, head injuries and
balance disabilities to enjoy the sport of bike riding.
Deux cyclistes ensemble sur un tandem, ce qui
permet a des sportifs mal voyant ou souffrant de
blessures a la tete ou a des problemes d'equilibre
de profiter du sport de la petite reine
Ruth Rosenczweig

La Societe pour la Protection de la Nature en Israel
Le 24 avril, La piste cyclable de Shimshit - une nouvelle piste en Basse
Galilée pour les cyclistes âgés d'au moins 18 ans, avec expérience en terrain
ouvert, code: 92404109 La Shimshit est une piste cyclable nouvelle et unique .
Nous passerons dans les profondeurs des forêts de Tsippori, pleines de pins et de
feuillage vert et riche. Nous traverserons le Nahal Tsippori. Acces en voitures
privées. En coopération avec le magasin de vélo Rosen & Meents. Location de
vélos et de casques ; accompagnement par un véhicule de soutien, et un
technicien de Rosen & Meents .
Le 22 mai, Sur les hauteurs pleines de sources, ballade pour cyclistes
âgés d'au moins 18 ans avec expérience en terrain ouvert, code: 92205100 La
source Emek, le long du sentier reliant Nahal Hashofet à Nahal Gachar à Ramot
("hauteurs " en hébreu) Menashe, est un parcours difficile le long des collines,
des ruisseaux, des champs et des forêts impressionnantes. Nous nous arrêterons
pour nous rafraîchir à Ein Reichana, une belle source ombragée avec des citernes
et une petite cascade. En voitures privées. En coopération avec le magasin de vélos
Rosen & Meents. Location de vélos et de casques , véhicule de soutien, et
technicien qui offrira également des conseils et des recommandations .
Society for Protection of Nature in Israel
On April 24, The Shimshit Single – A New Trail in the Lower Galilee Bicycle
tour for riders aged 18+ with experience riding on open terrain; CODE: 92404109 The
Shimshit Single is a new and unique bicycle trail in the lower Galilee. We will ride into
the depths of the Zippori Forests filled with pine, rich foliage and green vistas. We will
cross Nahal Zippori and pass through a beautiful pine forest. Don’t miss this one!
Private cars. In cooperation with the Rosen & Meents bicycle stores. Bikes and helmets
can be rented at an additional cost of 75 NIS. A support vehicle, and a Rosen & Meents
technician will offer tips and recommendations to riders, and accompany the group.
On May 22, On the Spring-Filled Heights Bicycle tour for riders aged 18+
with experience riding on open terrain; CODE: 92205100 The Emek Spring, along
Nahal Hashofet to Nahal Gachar in Ramot (“Heights” in Hebrew) Menashe, is a
challenging trail along circular hills and among rivulets, agricultural fields and
impressive forests. We will stop to refresh ourselves at Ein Reichana, a beautiful,
shaded spring with water cisterns and a small waterfall. Private cars. In cooperation
with the Rosen & Meents bicycle stores. Bikes and helmets can be rented . A support
vehicle, and a Rosen & Meents technician will offer tips and recommendations to
riders, and accompany the group.
Bike park Hermon. Up the Hermon with the chair lift and
down, down the Hermon mountain on several new tracks
of 2-4km for various types of riding. Bicycle equipment and
spare part shops
Bike park Hermon. En haut du Hermon avec le telepherique
et la descente sur des nouvelles pistes de 2-4km adaptees a des
techniques differentes. Magasin d' equipment et de pieces
detachees
Bike for all
Un velo pour chacun
Partners:
Lower Galilee Cycling Club, Kadouri Agricultural College, Kfar Tavor. Contact 052-840 3828.
Tirat Hacarmel Cycling Club, in the town's youth center, Ro'I Saffron,Contact 052-638 2009.
Carmel Cycling Club of Dali'at El Carmel and Usefiyyah, Najib Hacarmel. Contact: 050-792 2539.
Tiberias Hostel Cycling Club