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Review: Elan Voyager Folding Skis

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The single most annoying aspect of owning skis is transporting a pair of 1.7-meter planks with sharp metal edges to the slopes without doing damage to yourself, the skis, innocent bystanders, your clothes, the car, fellow travelers, or your general sense of decorum. 

The simple fact is that most of us don't live anywhere near to within a snowball's throw of a mountain resort. And while a lucky number might be close enough to drive to one, the rest of us are forced to opt for trains or planes when it comes to getting that winter sports fix. And for skiers serious enough to shun rental options, this means carting about those unwieldy planks. 

So pervasive is near-universal hatred of carrying skis around, Larry David has even joked about coming up with a solution. But while his idea of skis that “screw together like a pool cue” was seemingly ridiculous, Slovenian brand Elan, with 75 years of ski-making experience under its belt, has, with all seriousness, gone and done something remarkably similar with its new Voyager skis . These are the world's first all-mountain skis that fold clean in half when you're not using them. 

Now, this is no small feat. Mountain skis are, until now, one solid unbroken plank because integrity, coupled with flexibility, is a huge part of what makes them work. If you start cutting them in half and sticking what is essentially an elaborate hinge in the middle, then all manner of things can go wrong as you're halfway down a mogul field. None of them are likely to be welcomely received. 

Fortunately, Elan has form when is comes to ski innovation. In 1993, it made the SCX, or “SideCut eXtreme.” Rather than straight all the way down, the SCX skis were narrower in the middle and wider at the ends, allowing for elegant, fast, sweeping turns. These easy-to-ride “carving” skis were a huge hit, and at the time went a long way toward battling the loss of interest in skiing as snowboarding lured the youngsters in. The tragic mistake was that Elan hadn't patented the design, so all the other brands were free to copy. And, boy, did they. 

Keen to not make the same terrible mistake twice, 28 years later, Elan has not one but seven patents on these new award-winning Voyager folding skis. How do they work? The ski is made whole, then cut in half to ensure a perfect join. Making batches of “half skis” was never going to work, apparently. Then four chunky steel hinges are embedded in the center of each ski, affording it the all-important party trick of folding in half. The binding, which comes integrated as part of the ski, sits on a carbon-reinforced plastic plate that, once unlocked, swings round on a pivot to marry the two halves of the Voyager. This rigid carbon-plastic plate is then locked in place with special clips. 

The plate, made out of a substance that happens to be one of Elan's patents, could end up making more money for Elan than the skis ever will, and they are already looking at other commercial applications for it, as it is this plate that gives the Voyagers their strength. Elan showed me their lab testing data, and the Voyagers are practically as torsionally stable as a “normal” ski. This is very impressive indeed. 

The idea has been expanded for skis Elan made for the Slovenian military in 2015. The company was tasked with creating a ski for soldiers to use in the mountains that could be strapped to a backpack and easily transported in army vehicles. One of the main differences is that the military folding ski, used by Nato, had a heavy metal plate for that stability. Work commenced on a consumer version, and in 2017 Elan managed to make an iteration suitable for ski mountaineering, the Ibex Tactix. But the real prize was a mainstream all-mountain piste ski. Elan started working on the army model back in 2011, so it has taken 10 long years to get to the Voyager.

Yes, yes, that's all very impressive—but how does it perform on the snow? Astonishingly is the one-word answer. I tested the Voyagers for two days in Austria, and they were not only easy to ski, supplying near-effortless turn after near-effortless turn, but also flattering, making my decidedly mid-level abilities seem considerably greater. Equally adept at long carving turns and short, sharp changes of direction, the Voyagers gave no indications whatsoever of the folding tech beneath my feet. So natural was the roll and flex, with absolutely zero play between plate and ski, that had I not known the hinge was there I would never have guessed, and I defy anyone else to notice, either. 

The are a couple of things to note, though. With great fold tech comes greater weight (not a terrible thing on the slopes, incidentally, but if we're talking about ease of transport it's worth pointing out). These, at 6.95 kg per pair for the 160-cm length (including bindings), weigh roughly a kilo heavier than normal skis, and you can feel it. But the trade-off for the folding is more than worth it. 

You will also need to practice a little to get the initial unfolding sequence down so that it’s impressively quick. As people stand and stare—and they will—marveling as you unfurl your skis, it can be a little disappointing to then have these spectators see you fiddle about swinging the plates down and unclipping the special clips (which have been fashioned to only slink home once the plate is in the correct, safe position). Once you have the knack, it's surprisingly fast. Elan's in-house record for fully folded to unfolded and clipped is 17 seconds. You should be able to do it in under a minute. Folding them up at the end of the day, with cold hands and tired body, will inevitably take a little longer, too. 

The skis come in three sizes: 160 cm (which packs to 87 cm), 166 cm (down to 89 cm), and 172 cm (93 cm). And while your can just buy the skis themselves, if you've come this far you ought to consider the optional extras of the (very good) collapsable poles and custom travel bags (one you carry like a holdall, and the other you can wheel about). To give you some idea of the convenience on offer here, we put four Voyager bags complete with poles in the trunk of a standard station wagon, with room to spare for helmets, backpacks, and such. There was no need to drop the seats for extra space, and all four of us got in, in full ski gear, each with their own seat, and drove to the gondola as if we were going to the shops.

This innovation and ease come with costs, of course. The Voyagers are not for skiers with shallow pockets. But it might not be long before we see this Elan tech in cheaper models, and the company has confirmed more versions are incoming. It's also not stopping with the hinge. Elan is working on a “smart ski,” already five years in development, and they have a working prototype. With sensors on the plate and on the ski itself, it will supposedly teach you how to ski and improve your style and technique. And, yes, it is patented.

ELAN YOGAGER FOLDING SKI

Published by al morgan on 8th april 2021 8th april 2021.

Elan, the often innovative Slovenian ski company, has launched a folding all-mountain ski, called the Elan Voyager.

This isn’t the first folding ski Elan’s developed, but it’s the first model for mainstream skiing. We haven’t tested this ski yet, but we have tested the previous version of this design from Elan.

Elan Ibex Tactix Carbon

Their previous model was built for military needs and specialist ski tourers requiring a ski that could easily fit on the side of a backpack. Part of their Ibex range of ski touring products, the Elan Ibex Tactix Carbon was an incredible innovation, even though it is was quite a niche product.

We skied this in 2018, at the SIGB Ski Test in Galtür, Austria, and were really impressed by how it performed. Add in the fact that it’s a folding ski, and it was even more impressive. The multi-pivot hinge allows the ski to fold, but has excellent torsional control. When unfolded, a beefy carbon plate pivots to sit above the hinge. This locks into place in front of and behind the binding. The binding’s mounted directly into the carbon plate.

The carbon plate is so strong it made the ski far more like an all-mountain ski than a touring ski – so it’s no surprise that their latest iteration of this design is for all-mountain skiing.

Elan Yoyager

Lengths: 160 (87cm folded) , 166 (89cm folded) , 172cm (93cm folded) Sidecut: 127-78-110mm in all lengths Radius: 14.9m in 172cm Weight per ski: 3,400g in 160cm Price: £1,349.95 / €1,499.95 / $N/A * including bag, poles & accessories

The skis are available in green, black or pink, retailing for €1,299.95 including the bindings. All of the Voyager options include the bindings, as they’re mounted on the frame which locks the ski into its unfolded, skiing state.

Construction

The Voyager has a woodcore, with Titanium metal boosting stability and performance, with a decent sidewall for drive through the edge of the ski.

The ski utilises Elan’s Amphibio shaping, where you have a left and right specific ski. The reason for this is that the skis have a longer standard camber along the inside edge, with more rocker on the outside of the ski. This results in excellent grip without the skis being too ‘grabby’ into the turn. The outside edge rocker provides easy and forgiving entry and exit of the turn. The rocker is not primarily designed for flotation in soft snow, rather for easy of use.

Carving tight lines

The skis have quire a short radius: 12.6m in 160cm length, 13.7m in 166cm and 14.9m in 172cm. This should make for fun skiing on firm snow, carving tight ruts down the mountain. Given the power we know Elan can deliver with this design, it could work really well with a relatively tight radius.

Binding & plate

The multi-linkage hinge in the ski is key to how it folds and keeps a high level of torsional rigidity when skied. However, the carbon reinforced bridge, which pivots and locks the ski unfolded, is the powerful backbone to this novel approach to packable skis. Watch the video below, and you’ll see Filip unfolding the ski to show you how it works.

Having skied a previous version of this plate, it’s amazing how effective this sytsem is at keeping everything locked in place, with tons of power through the ski.

Want to see how strong this is? Watch Filip Flisar, Ski Cross World Champion, putting the Voyager ski through it’s paces and trying his very hardest to break them.

The Elan branded Tyrolia binding is the EMX 12.0 Grip Walk. It comes pre-mounted on the carbon reinforced binding plate. Tyrolia’s the oldest binding manufacturer in the world, and this model’s compatible with regular flat-soled ISO 5355 downhill boots as well as the modern curved rubber Grip Walk sole. The binding provides a DIN setting range of 3.5 – 12.

Voyager packages

Elan also offers the Voyager as one of two packages. Each of these options include the Voyager skis, a pair of poles, a cleaning brush and a drying cloth, along with a transportation / storage bag.

Elan Voyager Urban Traveler

The Urban Traveler (their spelling, not ours) package comes with a bag that has room for the kit you’re provided with, and a few snacks and small knick-knacks, but not much else. This retails for €1,499.95. If you wanted to buy the bag on its own, it costs €189.95, with the poles quite expensive too at €129.95.

The bag’s 100cm long, 26cm wide and 18cm tall. This means the bag can be checked into the hold of many airlines without incurring ski carriage fees. This would work with Swiss and Easyjet, for example, but the bag’s 10cm too long for British Airways. It’s a moot point with BA though, as they allow you take skis as part of your checked baggage allowance, up to 190cm in length; you just can’t exceed their weight allowance of 23kg.

Elan Voyager Skier On The Go

The other package includes a larger wheelie bag and costs €1,779.95 for the bag, skis, poles, brush and drying cloth. The bag has a telescopic handle and wheels, making it a breeze to move your kit around. This bag’s also a larger clamshell design, accommodating the skis and poles in one side, with enough room for your boots, jacket, ski pant, gloves and goggles in the other. If you want to buy the bag on it’s own the cost is €349.95.

The Skier On The Go bag’s still 100cm long, but with a width of 25cm and 31cm height. Again this would fit in Easyjet and Swiss Airlines checked baggage allowance, scraping 2cm within the Swiss Airlines limit of a 158cm total for the three dimension measurements. Not that it matters, as Swiss let you take skis anyway, like BA.

The great thing with this bag is that you could get away with this one bag for your trip, possibly with your backpack as carry-on.

Want to see more kit tests and reviews then subscribe to the  SkiKitInfo.com YouTube channel  for industry leading gear test videos, or check out  What’s New for 2021?  for more gear reviews from SkiKitInfo.com.

We hope to test the Voyager ahead of next winter; fingers crossed we get the chance to get onto snow. When this happens, we’ll be sure to make a video of this for you on the YouTube channel .

Want to see more of what Elan’s got to offer, you can visit their site at  Elanskis.com .

Quoted Prices

*Prices quoted here can be a mixture of recommended retail price from the brand and prices that you can currently get the kit for from retailers in that territory. The prices may therefore be less or more than you can find in-store / online and are only intended to give you a guide as to what you may expect to pay.

N/A means a price, or the product, was not available to us in that territory at the time of writing this article.

Always ensure you do adequate research when buying ski equipment to ensure you’re getting the best service and advice from the retailer, combined with a price that works for your budget.  Don’t always assume that cheaper means better value.

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NEW ELAN VOYAGER

Making the Mountains Closer With the New Elan Voyager, the World’s First High-Performance Folding Ski

In the new dynamic world, one thing remains clear - committed skiers want to spend their valuable spare time in the mountains. For the breed of urban ski enthusiast juggling a busy work schedule with travel, family and fitness - a quick ski trip is the ultimate experience of fun. In the face of rapidly changing travel regulations, anything that can make that goal easier to achieve is invaluable. Step forward, the new Elan Voyager: the world’s first folding, all-mountain ski.

The Voyager is convenient to transport; be it by car, train or plane. It simply & quickly packs into its custom bag. Despite being so space-efficient, the Voyager will happily tackle anything a demanding skier can throw at it, all without compromising an ounce of performance.

Put simply, it’s a game-changer.

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Elan also created a set of extending poles and a few other useful accessories to go with the folding skis. A dedicated ski bag for the Voyager is designed to fit skis and has ample room for all the remaining ski equipment on top. There are two versions of the bag available, the smaller has room for skis and poles while the larger has enough space for ski boots, clothing and a helmet. Dimensions of the bag correspond to the requirements of regular check-in luggage at airports (W + L + H < 156 cm).

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Elan voyager: built to travel.

• February 3, 2022
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Once again Elan boldly goes where no ski manufacturer has gone before

Words :: Leslie Anthony

If you track the products that Elan has gifted the alpine world over its storied 75-plus year history, the list of innovations that profoundly changed skiing manifests quickly. Some recent highlights include the first shape-ski dedicated to carving in 1993; the first fully integrated ski-binding system in 2003; and the first dedicated left-right ski technology in 2010. 

Elan adds to this list every few years and 2021 sees it crack one of the biggest problems ever presented to ski engineering—something many travelling skiers (is there any other kind?) have pondered as they wrestled skis onto a salt-crusted roof rack, crammed them into a too-small car, or dragged a leviathan ski bag through a busy train station. If you’ve ever wished away these foibles of the ski experience, Elan has news for you: meet Voyager , the world’s first fully functional, folding, all-mountain ski. 

If this seems like something from a slapstick movie, know this: I’m not kidding—and neither is Elan. As befits such a technological watershed, the Voyager took Elan’s vaunted design team five years of building, testing and fine-tuning (pun intended) at their headquarters in the picturesque Slovenian Alps.

The story starts with the age-old conundrum of efficiently transporting lengthy, bulky skis when everything else you carry into the mountains is much more compact. While shortening ski poles for transport had long-since been solved with collapsible-tube technology, when it came to skis, all humanity had to show for a century of effort was a grab-bag of very short, non-performing skis—whether for goofing around (think Bigfoot) or for approaching a mountaineering objective much as you’d employ snowshoes. That changed in 2017 when Elan introduced the IBEX Tactix, a fully functional folding touring ski developed in conjunction with the Slovenian army to meet demands of increased mobility, and transport capability. It was a huge feat of engineering and ergonomics. But given the low-performance demands on touring skis there was still ways to go to refine it for the hard-charging, on-piste milieu.

The secret that finally unlocked the Voyager was Connect Technology, a four-axis mechanism that secures and seals all the ski’s components at a folding joint. Combined with a carbon-reinforced fusion plate as a load-bearing platform, these two components provide structural rigidity for superior on-piste handling while allowing the ski to fold into a compact, easy-to-transport package. But there’s even more magic.

Elan also imbued the Voyager with its unique Amphibio technology—the revolutionary design that integrates both rocker and camber profiles dedicated to left and right skis; a cambered inside edge assures edge grip and stability while a rockered outside edge allows for buttery-smooth transitions. Finally, a laminated woodcore, titanium reinforcement, carbon box and RST sidewall guarantee maximum hold from tip to tail—a remarkable achievement.

“Voyager represents a once-in-a-generation advancement in ski technology,” says Elan CEO Jeffrey Tirman, with no small hint of pride. “Nothing like this has ever been successfully done on a commercial basis. Our technical team has pulled-off the seemingly impossible—cutting a ski in half then re-joining it with an articulating, foldable hinge and baseplate. The result is a ski that’s 50 per cent the length for transport, but 100 per cent fun to ski.”

Like all good digital-age inventions, the ski design concentrates on essential-only aspects that make its unique features self-explanatory and intuitive. The fold/unfold is achieved by rotational moves of the binding plate that move snow or ice out of the way. “Functionality, intuition and long-term quality were the three main design drivers,” says Elan’s brand director Melanja Korošec. “The Voyager happily tackles anything a demanding skier can imagine—all without compromising an ounce of performance.”

But the proof, as they say, is in the pudding. What does a professional racer used to hard substrates and high-speeds think? “The performance of the Voyager is unbelievable,” says Ski Cross World Champion and Elan Ambassador Filip Flisar. “There’s literally no way you can feel that the skis are foldable even on steep, icy slopes. The joint is unbelievably strong.”

While these are meaningful kudos, you may be thinking that while travelling with skis is awkward, most of us have it figured out—so why a folding ski? Marketing for the Voyager addresses that, highlighting the fact that because devoted skiers want to spend the most time possible in the mountains, they’re drawn to anything that makes that goal easier. Simply put, a folding ski is more convenient to transport—whether by hand, car, train or plane—making travel nimble, easy and fast; no oversize luggage issues, no rental lineups. An express lane from your home to the slopes. To this end, Elan has also developed two game-changing travel bags for carrying folded skis and collapsible poles: the world’s most space-efficient roller bag can transport skis, poles, boots, clothes and more in a single package, while a sleek shoulder-strap ski bag fits skis and poles so compactly you can spin around in a doorway.

In other words, with Voyager there’s finally a travelling ski that’s actually built to travel.

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Why were so many metro stations in Moscow renamed?

Okhotny Ryad station in Soviet times and today.

The Moscow metro system has 275 stations, and 28 of them have been renamed at some point or other—and several times in some cases. Most of these are the oldest stations, which opened in 1935.

The politics of place names

The first station to change its name was Ulitsa Kominterna (Comintern Street). The Comintern was an international communist organization that ceased to exist in 1943, and after the war Moscow authorities decided to call the street named after it something else. In 1946, the station was renamed Kalininskaya. Then for several days in 1990, the station was called Vozdvizhenka, before eventually settling on Aleksandrovsky Sad, which is what it is called today.

The banner on the entraince reads: "Kalininskaya station." Now it's Alexandrovsky Sad.

Until 1957, Kropotkinskaya station was called Dvorets Sovetov ( Palace of Soviets ). There were plans to build a monumental Stalinist high-rise on the site of the nearby Cathedral of Christ the Saviour , which had been demolished. However, the project never got off the ground, and after Stalin's death the station was named after Kropotkinskaya Street, which passes above it.

Dvorets Sovetov station, 1935. Letters on the entrance: "Metro after Kaganovich."

Of course, politics was the main reason for changing station names. Initially, the Moscow Metro itself was named after Lazar Kaganovich, Joseph Stalin’s right-hand man. Kaganovich supervised the construction of the first metro line and was in charge of drawing up a master plan for reconstructing Moscow as the "capital of the proletariat."

In 1955, under Nikita Khrushchev's rule and during the denunciation of Stalin's personality cult, the Moscow Metro was named in honor of Vladimir Lenin.

Kropotkinskaya station, our days. Letters on the entrance: "Metropolitan after Lenin."

New Metro stations that have been opened since the collapse of the Soviet Union simply say "Moscow Metro," although the metro's affiliation with Vladimir Lenin has never officially been dropped.

Zyablikovo station. On the entrance, there are no more signs that the metro is named after Lenin.

Stations that bore the names of Stalin's associates were also renamed under Khrushchev. Additionally, some stations were named after a neighborhood or street and if these underwent name changes, the stations themselves had to be renamed as well.

Until 1961 the Moscow Metro had a Stalinskaya station that was adorned by a five-meter statue of the supreme leader. It is now called Semyonovskaya station.

Left: Stalinskaya station. Right: Now it's Semyonovskaya.

The biggest wholesale renaming of stations took place in 1990, when Moscow’s government decided to get rid of Soviet names. Overnight, 11 metro stations named after revolutionaries were given new names. Shcherbakovskaya became Alekseyevskaya, Gorkovskaya became Tverskaya, Ploshchad Nogina became Kitay-Gorod and Kirovskaya turned into Chistye Prudy. This seriously confused passengers, to put it mildly, and some older Muscovites still call Lubyanka station Dzerzhinskaya for old times' sake.

At the same time, certain stations have held onto their Soviet names. Marksistskaya and Kropotkinskaya, for instance, although there were plans to rename them too at one point.

"I still sometimes mix up Teatralnaya and Tverskaya stations,” one Moscow resident recalls .

 “Both have been renamed and both start with a ‘T.’ Vykhino still grates on the ear and, when in 1991 on the last day of my final year at school, we went to Kitay-Gorod to go on the river cruise boats, my classmates couldn’t believe that a station with that name existed."

The city government submitted a station name change for public discussion for the first time in 2015. The station in question was Voykovskaya, whose name derives from the revolutionary figure Pyotr Voykov. In the end, city residents voted against the name change, evidently not out of any affection for Voykov personally, but mainly because that was the name they were used to.

What stations changed their name most frequently?

Some stations have changed names three times. Apart from the above-mentioned Aleksandrovsky Sad (Ulitsa Kominterna->Kalininskaya->Vozdvizhenka->Aleksandrovsky Sad), a similar fate befell Partizanskaya station in the east of Moscow. Opened in 1944, it initially bore the ridiculously long name Izmaylovsky PKiO im. Stalina (Izmaylovsky Park of Culture and Rest Named After Stalin). In 1947, the station was renamed and simplified for convenience to Izmaylovskaya. Then in 1963 it was renamed yet again—this time to Izmaylovsky Park, having "donated" its previous name to the next station on the line. And in 2005 it was rechristened Partizanskaya to mark the 60th anniversary of victory in World War II. 

Partizanskaya metro station, nowadays.

Another interesting story involves Alekseyevskaya metro station. This name was originally proposed for the station, which opened in 1958, since a village with this name had been located here. It was then decided to call the station Shcherbakovskaya in honor of Aleksandr Shcherbakov, a politician who had been an associate of Stalin. Nikita Khrushchev had strained relations with Shcherbakov, however, and when he got word of it literally a few days before the station opening the builders had to hastily change all the signs. It ended up with the concise and politically correct name of Mir (Peace).

The name Shcherbakovskaya was restored in 1966 after Khrushchev's fall from power. It then became Alekseyevskaya in 1990.

Alekseyevskaya metro station.

But the station that holds the record for the most name changes is Okhotny Ryad, which opened in 1935 on the site of a cluster of market shops. When the metro system was renamed in honor of Lenin in 1955, this station was renamed after Kaganovich by way of compensation. The name lasted just two years though because in 1957 Kaganovich fell out of favor with Khrushchev, and the previous name was returned. But in 1961 it was rechristened yet again, this time in honor of Prospekt Marksa, which had just been built nearby.

Okhotny Ryad station in 1954 and Prospekt Marksa in 1986.

In 1990, two historical street names—Teatralny Proyezd and Mokhovaya Street—were revived to replace Prospekt Marksa, and the station once again became Okhotny Ryad.

Okhotny Ryad in 2020.

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Rosatom' TVEL Fuel Company on 3 August said managers had been replaced at three enterprises. The new leaders will head the enterprises of the machine-building cluster of the Vladimir region - the Kovrov Mechanical Plant (KMZ), the Vladimir Tochmash and Mashinostroitelny Zavod (MSZ) in Elektrostal, Moscow Region.

Anatoly Gavrikov, who previously headed KMZ has been appointed General Director of Tochmash. Gavrikov has been working in the industry for over 15 years and has worked his way up from a leading process engineer of the design and technological department to head KMZ.

Roman Vladimirov, who previously held the position of Deputy General Director for Production at Tochmash, has become the new head of KMZ/ He has worked in the industry for over 20 years and began his career at Tochmash as a design engineer. 

Dmitry Bagdatiev, who had headed Tochmash since 2017, was appointed General Director of MSZ. Under his direct supervision, a sectoral project was implemented to concentrate the production of KMZ and Tochmash at the industrial site in Kovrov. Igor Dar'in, who previously headed MSZ, will continue to work at the enterprise as Deputy General Director.

TVEL President Natalya Nikipelova, introducing the new managers, noted that they are facing large-scale tasks, in particular preparation an increase in the production of gas centrifuges at KMZ, further development and increase in the volume of special-purpose products at Tochmash, as well as the rebalancing of the production at MSZ "due to the increase in the volume of products”.

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Modified & Updated: 02 Mar 2024

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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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