Winner Epic Israel Cycling Race Returns After Three-Year Hiatus
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
The Winner Epic Israel cycling race concluded in the Western Galilee after a three-year break, with Tomer Caspi and Tomer Zaltsman winning the men's general category. The event, which attracted 500 riders, returned to the region thanks to trail rehabilitation efforts by the JNF. The race also featured participation from wounded IDF soldiers and youth empowerment programs, highlighting themes of resilience and recovery.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Tomer Caspi and Tomer Zaltsman won the Winner Epic Israel cycling race in the Western Galilee.
- The race returned after a three-year hiatus, marking its 11th iteration.
- 500 riders competed on over 300 km of trails, with 3,000 meters of cumulative climbing.
- The Jewish National Fund (JNF) rehabilitated trails, enabling the race's return.
- Wounded IDF soldiers and youth from empowerment programs participated.
- The event aimed to boost tourism and local businesses in the Western Galilee.
The Winner Epic Israel cycling race concluded on Saturday, October 17th, marking its return after a three-year absence due to security concerns. The event, held for the 11th time in memory of Giora Tzur, took place in the Western Galilee after trails and natural areas in the region had been closed to the public for an extended period.
This year's race saw 500 participants tackle over 300 kilometers of off-road trails with approximately 3,000 meters of cumulative climbing. The return to the area was facilitated by rehabilitation and upgrade work conducted by the Jewish National Fund (JNF), which improved hundreds of kilometers of single-track trails, including those in Hanita, Kabri, Yehiam, and Matzuba.
In the men's general category, Tomer Caspi and Tomer Zaltsman from the Tomer's team were crowned champions, finishing the three-day competition with a combined time of 09:52:12. Awards were also presented to winners in the women's, masters, women's masters, mixed, grand masters, super grand, and hero categories.
The race's revival in the North aligns with regional rehabilitation efforts led by the "Tnupha LaTzafon" (Movement to the North) administration, aimed at strengthening northern communities and restoring cultural, sports, and tourism activities. The event brought riders, their families, and spectators to the Western Galilee, boosting local businesses and hotels.
This year's race also included participants from the "Achim LeChaim" (Brothers for Life) association, supporting wounded IDF soldiers, and young people from the "Bartali" association, which empowers youth through cycling. Their involvement added a significant dimension of resilience, rehabilitation, and return to activity to the event.
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