Thousands Cycle Around Sea of Galilee in Annual Event
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Around 8,000 cyclists participated in the "Sovev Kinneret" event around the Sea of Galilee, organized by the Jordan Valley Regional Council and others. The event, which included competitive races and family-friendly options, was held under ideal weather conditions after a postponement. Winners in the men's full lap were Omer Ramon, Nadav Raisberg, and Ido Dagan, while Aviv Donsky won the women's race, followed by Tamar Bezalel and Hagar Lahav. Organizers praised the high turnout and the event's success in bringing together diverse segments of Israeli society.
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- Approximately 8,000 cyclists participated in the annual "Sovev Kinneret" cycling event around the Sea of Galilee.
- The event featured competitive races and family-friendly options, with roads closed to traffic for safety.
- Omer Ramon won the men's full lap race, and Aviv Donsky won the women's full lap race.
- The event was organized by the Jordan Valley Regional Council, Kinneret Cities Association, and Israel Cycling Association.
- Festivities included a market and a performance by singer Dikla on the day before the main cycling events.
Approximately 8,000 cyclists participated in the annual "Sovev Kinneret" (Sea of Galilee Tour) event, a large-scale cycling festival held around the national lake. The event, organized by the Jordan Valley Regional Council in cooperation with the Kinneret Cities Association and the Israel Cycling Association, and produced by Schwung, saw participants of all ages and backgrounds gather at the starting line in Tzemach Beach.
Following a week's postponement, participants enjoyed perfect weather and ideal riding conditions, with roads completely closed to vehicular traffic, allowing for a safe and enjoyable ride amidst the scenic views of the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights. The atmosphere was described as electric, with thousands of participants, including many families and children, taking part in three different race categories: a full lap, a half lap, and a 10km race for children and families.
The festivities began on Friday afternoon at Beit Gabriel on the shores of the Sea of Galilee, featuring a local produce market and a live performance by singer Dikla, setting a festive tone for the weekend of culture, cuisine, and sports.
The competitive full lap race saw Omer Ramon win the men's category with a time of 1:25:25 after a breakaway. Nadav Raisberg secured second place, and Ido Dagan finished third. In the women's race, Aviv Donsky took first place with a time of 1:46:42, followed closely by Tamar Bezalel and Hagar Lahav, who completed a podium sweep for their team.
Organizers expressed satisfaction with the event's success and the public's turnout. Guy Sharon, CEO of Schwung, highlighted the perfect weather and the successful decision to postpone the event for safety. Idan Greenbaum, Head of the Jordan Valley Regional Council, thanked the participants and noted the importance of visitors to the region. Daphna Lang, Chairwoman of the Israel Cycling Association, emphasized the event's role in showcasing a diverse and united Israeli society through cycling.
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