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Easy riding settlers go West Bank to West Coast

July 21, 2011 13:26
Settlers Adam Halley (also left) and son Boaz, who are preparing to promote their cause across the USA

By

Nathan Jeffay,

Nathan Jeffay

1 min read

It is Easy Rider, settler-style. In the classic 1960s film, two bikers travel through America looking to find themselves; next month two West Bank residents will embark on a similar trip, trying to rev up support for their ideology.

Adam Halley and his son Boaz from Ginot Shomron will buy used bikes on America's East Coast on August 1, head to the West Coast and then back to their starting point, speaking to whoever will listen along the way.

They already have dates with Jewish groups, biking enthusiasts and Baptist organisations. There is only one limitation - they "don't roll on Shabbos" as they are both Orthodox.

"People have stereotypes about who a settler is, influenced by what they read in newspapers and see on TV. But when people meet two settlers who speak perfect English and roll motorbikes, we're going to change perceptions," said Mr Halley senior. "I'm happy to move my yarmulke aside and show people that I don't have horns."