Cycling

Israeli athletes removed from Northern Irish triathlon amid BDS pressure, fears for safety

A Northern Ireland triathlon dropped four Israeli athletes, sparking criticism from Jewish leaders and debate over whether sport should be used for political boycotts.

Palestine Action hunger striker supporters hold pro-IRA and pro-Palestinian banners while protesting in Parliament Square while waiting for the Derry delegation on December 15, 2025 in London, UK; illustrative.
Smoke rises as flames burn during a wildfire at Ares, Grionde, amongst worsening drought conditions following a heatwave and water shortages across much of France, July 25, 2026.

Wildfires across region force Tour de France to reroute final stage

NSN Cycling Team Skoda car with the road bikes during the Stage 3 of 89th Tour de Suisse 2026 on June 19, 2026 in Bad Ragaz, Switzerland.

Former Israeli pro-cycling team starts anew at official opening of Tour de France

The ABI annual cycling event attracts large numbers of riders and helps to get the green, health-inducing message out there.

As Jerusalem expands bike lanes, cyclists push for a more cycle-friendly city


Entire Team Israel Start-Up Nation travels to country

With 17 victories this season, ISN is now ranked in the top-ten in the world, for the first time in its history.

 ISRAELI RIDER Omer Goldstein is obviously very familiar with the Holy Land, but many of his Israel Start-Up Nation cycling teammates will be visiting the country for the first time this week.

Courage in Motion 2021 rolls through Israel

This year, cyclists rode between 50 and 120 kilometers daily, choosing from three fully supported routes offering various levels of challenge.

 COURAGE IN MOTION participants in action.

Israeli veterans to ride with Canadian cyclists in Courage in Motion 2021

The cyclists plan to ride between 50-120 kilometers each day and will be able to choose different pathways that show diverse areas of Israel's landscape.

PARTICIPANTS RIDE in the 2020 Courage in Motion event.

How Wheels of Love is making a change for patients at ALYN Hospital

Wheels of Love is a fundraiser that supports the financial pressures of ALYN Hospital.

 WHEELS OF LOVE participants. ‘This was no longer just about cycling.’

Cycling safety instructions issued ahead of Yom Kippur

In Israel, Yom Kippur is the annual bike-riding day for secular Israeli children.

Children ride their bicycles on an empty road during the Jewish holiday Yom Kippur in Jerusalem, September 30, 2017.

Biking through Jerusalem: Easy rentals and fun for the family

Biking the capital is an electrifying experience on electric rental bikes.

 THE WRITER has some JeruFun with  wife Jody.

Israel Start-Up Nation trains Rwanda cycling team

Eight young women live on $30 dollars per week, but for eight days riders from the Bugesera Cycling Team in Rwanda experienced a training camp that is usually reserved for professional cyclists.

 BUGESERA CYCLING TEAM members pose with ISN trainers.

Israeli cyclist Omer Shapira loses out on bronze during final stretch

"I felt like I was touching the medal, that's why I came out of it feeling like I missed an opportunity and a little disappointed overall," Shapira said at the press conference following the race.

Israeli cyclist Omer Shapira.

Israeli Olympian cycling toward Tokyo success at 2020 summer Olympics

As the 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 Israeli national Israeli champion, Shapira became the first woman to win four consecutive Israeli titles.

Israeli cyclist Omer Shapira.

Tel Aviv to host inaugural cycling finale

Sylvan Adams Velodrome is the venue for the last UCI Track Champions League race in December.

 UCI Champions League trophy.