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Cycling: Tour begins

Cycling: Tour of East Timor began with the logistical support of UN

Cyclists in the Tour of Timor. /

September 13, 2010

Supported by the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT

), the second edition of the Tour of Timor, an international race of mountain biking , took the start Monday at the Presidential Palace in Dili, the capital of the country.

Over 360 participants from 20 countries will travel for five days around 420 km of slopes in western countries. The riders will pass through the provinces of Liquica, Bobonaro, Covalima, Ainaro, Aileu and Dili. In 2009, the first edition brought together 288 runners.
UNMIT chartered equipment for the riders and transports supplies (water, lights and generators) at each step. An ambulance was also provided by the Mission.

The race consists of over 6.5 km of coastline. Seventy four Timorese women participate in the Tour. A total of 64 women will compete. The first stage is 123 kilometers including a kilometer climb to the town of Balibo. Timor-Leste is represented by 12 local teams of four runners and the national cycling team. Many members of the Timorese police forces involved in the event.



Read the info on the UN website