Cycling

Cycling

Strap on your helmet and tone up those thighs, Ireland is the cyclist’s perfect destination

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Cork Cycling Festival

20 Jul 2013 - 28 Jul 2013

Cork Cycling Festival is entirely free to the public, welcoming all ages and walks of life with a special focus on family-friendly...

An Post Meath Heritage Cycle Tour 2013

27 Jul 2013 - 28 Jul 2013

The An Post Meath Heritage Cycle Tour 2013 includes an 11km Family Spin on Saturday & on Sunday a 50km Tara Loop, 100km Royal Tour...

The Beast of Ballyhoura

02 Aug 2013 - 04 Aug 2013

The Beast of Ballyhoura Adventure Race is a uniquely Irish 36 hour non-stop race across the ancient & magical surroundings of...

Roundstone Tour de Bog

06 Aug 2013 - 06 Aug 2013

The Roundstone Tour De Bog cycle race will leave the village at 2pm and will make its way to Ballyconneely and back along the Bog...

The Great Spin Out West

10 Aug 2013 - 10 Aug 2013

The Great Spin Out West (GSOW) is the fastest growing cycling sportive in Ireland. Now in its 3rd year, it takes place every...

Da Cooley Thriller XC Mountain Bike Marathon

17 Aug 2013 - 17 Aug 2013

The 'Da Cooley Thriller' Mountain Bike XC Marathon boasts an epic route designed and endorsed by some of the top local riders, and...

The Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford

24 Aug 2013 - 25 Aug 2013

The Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford is now in its 7th year. Over 6000 participants took part in the 2012 event. Start your weekend on...

Lap The Lough 2013 - Lap 8

25 Aug 2013 - 26 Aug 2013

Lap The Lough is an annual, not-for-profit cycle event around Lough Neagh, Ireland.

Achill ROAR Adventure Race

07 Sep 2013 - 07 Sep 2013

2013 dates to be confirmed. The Achill ROAR Adventure Race is one of Ireland's best and most popular one day adventure races with...

Gravity Enduro # 4 Mountain Bike Event

07 Sep 2013 - 08 Sep 2013

Gravity Enduro is a spectacular mountain bike event series for experienced bikers. It's a two day event with practice on Saturday...

Giant's Causeway Coast Sportive

07 Sep 2013 - 08 Sep 2013

The Giant's Causeway Coast Sportive, in association with Chain Reaction Cycles Flagship Store Belfast, offers cyclists a choice of...

Clones Canal Festival Cycle Run

14 Sep 2013 - 14 Sep 2013

Clones Cycling Club is holding a 100km and 40km sportive in support of the Canal Festival over two routes, the 100km will include...

25th Loop Head Loop Charity Cycle

29 Sep 2013 - 29 Sep 2013

The Loop Head Loop Leisure Cycle has successfully taken place over the past 24 years. It showcases the unique scenery of the...

Westport Sea2Summit

09 Nov 2013 - 09 Nov 2013

The Westport Sea2Summit adventure race is a unique event based in 'the adventure capital of Ireland', Westport. The race will...

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Why Ireland?

The Emerald Isle's rugged landscape can be exhilarating at times, but there are lots of sublime cycling routes winding through some of the most superlative scenery the country has to offer.

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Cycling tours

Worried about winding your way across the country, helmet on head and suitcase on your back, cycling tours let you travel around with ease

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Guided cycle tours

Most towns, villages and cities have designed their own unique cycle routes and are generally based on folklore, literary and musical legends.

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Mountain Biking

Enjoy the lie of the land as nature intended by stretching your legs on an off-road cycling trip

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Bicycle hire

With outlets across the country providing bike hire and essentials, you can simply pick up and go as soon as you hit the shores

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Safety First

If you’re taking to the saddle in Ireland, make sure safety comes first.

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Sawel Cycle Route
Sawel Cycle Route

Starting at Plumbridge follow the signed route along the Landahussy...

Castle Archdale Family Cycling Trail
Castle Archdale Family Cycling Trail

You have two starting options, either from the Marina in Castle...

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Tasty Treats Mourne Cycle Trail - Weekend Break

Tasty Treats Mourne Cycle Trail - Weekend Break

<br>Experience the wonderful range of local foods as you follow our clearly marked trail and stop off en route for some tasty...

Did you know?

There’s a town in Country Tipperary where the main square is named in the honor of a cyclist! Carrick-on-Suir, birthplace of champion cyclist Sean Kelly, rated No.1 in the years (1984-1989).