Please note: Participants are responsible for making their own travel arrangements to and from Israel. The State of Israel requires each visitor to have a passport that is valid for six (6) months after your return date.
Ride Logistics:
All bikes will be taken to the ride’s starting point on Sunday, November 3.
The ride will end on Thursday, November 7.
We will enjoy a Celebratory Closing Ceremony at Beit Halochem, expected to finish at approximately 6:30 pm.
Bike assembly will take place at Beit Halochem on Thursday, October 31 and Friday, November 1.
While we do our best to ensure a smooth assembly line, neither Beit Halochem nor any of its contractors assume responsibility for your bike’s assembly or the contents of your bike box, especially if you are not present during the process.
Bike boxes will be stored at Beit Halochem until after the ride unless you are not returning to Tel Aviv. We need to be notified of your plans prior to the start of the ride.
All bikes will be taken to the ride’s starting point on Sunday, November 3. If you arrive after Friday, November 1, your bike will be assembled prior to the start of the ride.
Following the ride, the bikes will be taken back to Beit Halochem to be disassembled and boxed on Thursday, November 7.
If you have a bike box locking system, please provide the mechanics with your combination and ensure that your bike box is unlocked prior to dropping it off.
The ride starts each morning between 7:30-8:30 am, depending on your route. It is important to start early to avoid cycling in the heat of the day.
The ride is split into groups, according to pace, daily kilometres, and difficulty of terrain. All groups offer a quality ride for the varying levels of cyclists and you will not be disappointed. For security reasons, all riders must stay fairly close together within their group. At rest stops, cyclists cannot continue on the route until their entire group has arrived and have had the opportunity to eat and drink.
Your luggage will be transported from each location to our next destination.
We have support vehicles (lead and tail), as well as bike mechanics who cycle alongside us. They are equipped to repair most types of issues on the spot. CO2 cartridges are not allowed in your carry-on or checked luggage. All checked luggage going to Israel is x-rayed and if cartridges are found, they will be discarded or cause your luggage to be delayed to a later flight. You do not need these on the ride.
It is highly recommended that you bring extra cleats. We will not have the cleats you require in Israel and if yours break, which can occur, you won’t be able to ride. If your bike has unique parts that may need to be replaced in Israel, you are encouraged to bring extras with you.
Nutritious meals, snacks, water, and electrolyte supplements are provided during the ride. If you have a preferred electrolyte powder, please bring with you.
We can look after that—there is a bus following each route should you wish to take a break from cycling.
Travel Logistics:
Contact Avigail Kanievsky at Israeli travel agency Eshet Incoming (avigail@eshetincoming.com) to reserve pre- and post-ride accommodations. We have a group rate at Sheraton Tel Aviv, our official CIM hotel.
Please note: This is an independent contractor and Beit Halochem Canada does not take responsibility for their services.
Bike travel cases are available for purchase/rental through Bike Box Rentals located at Avenue Road & Eglinton, Toronto. Packing and reassembly services are also available. It is suggested that you book as early as possible by contacting Efraim Ritter at 416.795.5107.
General airline packing instructions: your bicycle must be placed, with handlebars fixed sideways and pedals removed, in a rigid and/or hard-shell container specifically designed for shipping or in a bicycle suitcase (in the case of collapsible bicycles). Tires must be partially deflated. Rules pertaining to travelling with a bike often change. Please check with your travel agent or airline for the most current information.
While rentals are available, we strongly recommend that you bring your own bicycle.
Each registered Courage in Motion participant (rider/volunteer) is responsible for their registration and sponsorship payments in full. Once registered, participants are strongly urged to purchase the appropriate travel cancellation and medical insurance from a reputable travel agent, insurance company, or other similar provider.
All participants must carry a cell phone with them during the ride.
Once we have all cyclists’ flight information, we will circulate a list to allow for arranging shared transportation from the airport. Regular taxis can accommodate a bike box in the back seat, luggage in the trunk, and one passenger in the front seat.
Please note: The taxi drivers are independent contractors, and Beit Halochem Canada does not take responsibility for their services.
