Israel Ride in Aspen 2023

July 10: Opening cocktail & event presentation

July 11-13: 3 Riding days in the scenic surroundings of Aspen, including some of the most beautiful routes of the area.

The rides are appropriate for virtually all levels of riders and will be guided by the professional Israeli instructors of Bartali Youth in Movement.

Pre-ride beverages, post-ride lunches and full ride nutrition will be provided.

Each of the participant kits will include:

• Professional Bartali Cycling Jersey
• Bartali T-Shirt
• Bartali hat
• Bartali cycling cap
• 2 Bartali cycling Bottles

Please note that accommodation is not provided as part of the event.

We recommend riders arriving from sea level to arrive a few days in advance in order to acclimatize to Aspen’s high-altitude conditions.

High-end road or grave/mountain bikes will be available for rent if reserved in advance. Here is a list of shops  from which you can rent bikes for the event:

• Ute City Cycles: 970-920-3325 https://www.utecitycycles.com/contact-us
• Hub of Aspen: 970-925-7970 https://www.hubofaspen.com/
• Basalt Bike & Ski - Aspen: 970-925-7662 https://basaltbikeandski.com/pages/contact
• Aspen Bikes: 970-925-9169 https://www.aspenbikes.com/contact-1
• Aspen MTB: 970-404-0665  https://aspenmtb.com/
• Cima Cycles: 970-920-3325 info@utecitycycles.com https://www.cimacycles.com/contact
• Aspen Velo: 970-925-1495 https://aspenvelo.com/
• Stapleton Ski/Bike: 970-925-9169 mtvaspen@gmail.com https://www.stapletonski.com/fat-bike-rental

ABOUT BARTALI - YOUTH IN MOVEMENT

Bartali - Youth in Movement (BYIM) is a unique Israeli nonprofit dedicated to empower Israeli youth from disadvantaged backgrounds and create connections between youth from all walks of Israeli society.

Through long-distance off-road cycling journeys, we strengthen their resilience, develop a sense of belonging and encourage ambition and a growth mindset.

BYIM is named after Righteous Among the Nations Gino Bartali, the Italian cycling legend who courageously risked his life to save hundreds of Jews, whom he never met, during WWII and never talked about it.

BYIM was established in 2019 by the former Israeli pro cyclist Ran Margaliot, who was also the Co-founder and team manager of “Israel Cycling Academy”, Israel’s first Professional cycling team.

To date, BYIM operates a network of cycling centers in 10 youth villages and social-service boarding facilities throughout Israel, for over 300 children and youth annually.

WHAT DO WE RIDE FOR?

This ride is dedicated to raise the funds needed to purchase a fleet of 300 new mountain bikes for our students at a cost of $1,000 USD per bike.

Replacement of the fleet is needed to replace our worn bikes and keep a high level of safety.

A new flee is needed to replace our worn bikes and keep a high level of safety. In addition, saving bike maintenance costs will allow us to  address other needs in our organization, such as a graduate program.

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COSTS

Donation - minimum of $3,600 USD per participant / $5,000 per couple (or more)

Bartali - Youth in Movement is an Israeli NGO and all ride entrance fees are 501c3 tax deductible.

REGISTRATION ENDS ON JUNE 1st.

For more information & registration questions please contact Ricky:  ricky@bartali.org.il

For local Aspen information please contact Melinda: mgaspen@comcast.net

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