# מועצה אזורית לכיש, נפת אשקלון to כפר זוהרים, חוצה יהודה Mountain Bike Ride This GPS track details a 17.32 km mountain biking route in the Lakhish Regional Council, Ashkelon Subdistrict, Southern District, Israel. The ride started at 31.5689° N, 34.9018° E (מועצה אזורית לכיש, נפת אשקלון) and ended at 31.6209° N, 34.9246° E (כפר זוהרים, חוצה יהודה). The route climbed to a maximum elevation of 444.5 m at 31.5946° N, 34.9516° E (מועצה אזורית לכיש, נפת אשקלון) and dipped to a minimum of 294 m at 31.6198° N, 34.9248° E (מועצה אזורית יואב). Total ascent was 323.01 m, and total descent 368.20 m. The ride included stops at 31.5637° N, 34.9269° E (כנסית בית לויה, אליאב). The ride took 133.42 minutes (2 hours and 13 minutes), with an average speed of 7.79 km/h and a maximum speed of 33.72 km/h. The average pace was 7.70 minutes/km and average heart rate was 109.04 bpm. Stopped time amounted to 41.92 minutes. **Recommendations:** * **Mountain Biking:** This route may contain challenging terrain; ensure your bike is properly maintained and you have the necessary skills. Consider bringing repair tools and extra water. * **Health & Safety:** Stay hydrated, wear appropriate safety gear (helmet, gloves), and be aware of weather conditions. Inform someone of your route and expected return time. * **Privacy & Access:** Respect private property. Ensure you have permission to cycle on any private trails or land. Be mindful of local regulations and leave no trace.