The Sportpaleis Alkmaar is a velodrome and multisport
indoor arena in
Alkmaar, the
Netherlands
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. The original velodrome, which was built in 1964 and made of concrete, was renovated in 2003. The concrete track was replaced by a wooden track and was now situated in a completely covered hall. The
cycling
Cycling, also, when on a two-wheeled bicycle, called bicycling or biking, is the use of cycles for transport, recreation, exercise or sport. People engaged in cycling are referred to as "cyclists", "bicyclists", or "bikers". Apart from t ...
track is in length and in width. The maximum slope is 42°. The track encloses a multifunctional indoor sportsfield. The hall has a capacity for 4750 spectators.
See also
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List of cycling tracks and velodromes
This is a list of cycling tracks and velodromes for track cycling worldwide.
Velodromes currently in use
Indoor: all the structures are closed inside
Outdoor: the velodrome is uncovered and in open air.
Outdoor, fully covered: all the structures ...
References
External links
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Sports venues in Alkmaar
Cycling in Alkmaar
Cycle racing in the Netherlands
Indoor arenas in the Netherlands
Velodromes in the Netherlands
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