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| Le championnat europeen de cyclisme de montagne 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. |
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| Haifa to host 2010 European Mountain Bike Championships |
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| 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 – recommandes 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 tr?s 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, particuli?rement le Neguev, l’eau est rare : assurez vous d’avoir toujours suffisamment d’eau pour la journee. Munissez vous toujours d’une carte routi?re, 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 “the right speed”, 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 individual’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. |
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