The world's best ultra cyclists are poring over maps and downloading GPS coordinates following the eagerly anticipated release of the final routes for Race Around Ireland and its companion event, Irish Ultra Challenge. The final recce of the route for Ireland's most daunting bike race was completed last week following which the race organisers rubber-stamped the routes to be … [Read more...]
Mini Muckers Halloween Monster Run “Family Edition”
Mini Muckers Halloween Fancy Dress Run is back!!!!! Event to be held at the following time, date and location: Saturday, 14 October 2017 from 11am to 3pm at Punchestown Racecourse, Naas, Ireland Mums, dads, coaches, pull out the old sports gear because you and your kids are going to get muddy!!! Get signed up as part of a team with your kids and come have a fantastic … [Read more...]
Tour de Munster 2017 is ready to hit the road for Down Syndrome Ireland and individual beneficiaries, and encourage locals to give them that extra push
With the countdown on for the 17th annual Tour de Munster charity cycle in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland and individual beneficiaries, over 100 cyclists are geared up for the four day cycle across Munster. This year’s tour will be kicking off from City Hall in Cork City on Thursday, 10th August, and will return to Cork to see cyclist finish up the iconic and demanding St. … [Read more...]
4 Women, 4 Bikes, 2,150km and A Race Around Ireland Record Attempt
Sunday 27th August will see the start of the Ultra Marathon Cycling Event, Race Around Ireland in Trim Co. Meath. Now in its 9th year the event attracts cyclists from all over Ireland and indeed the world to take on the toughest endurance cycling event in Europe cycling 2,150km across Ireland. For the first time in the history of the event Galway will … [Read more...]
Start of Race Around Ireland to coincide with new Trim Festival
Race Around Ireland are delighted to announce that the inaugural Salmon of Knowledge Festival in Trim, County Meath will coincide with the start of the 9th edition of Ireland’s toughest sporting challenge on August 27th. The ‘Salmon of Knowledge Festival’, celebrating one of Ireland’s most famous legends, takes place on Water Heritage Day on the last day of … [Read more...]
Team USA Swimming CEO to cross Galway Bay
The 12th annual Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim in aid of Cancer Care West happening on Saturday 22nd July is this year attracting some international attention! This year the swim has attracted local, national and international swimmers and attention with the newly appointed USA Swimming CEO and President Tim Hinchey coming to take on the … [Read more...]
SSE Airtricity Dublin Marathon Sold Out
The 38th running of the SSE Airtricity Dublin Marathon has sold out before the closing date with 20,000 entries who will line up on Sunday 29th October 2017 The SSE Airtricity Dublin Marathon will mark the Dublin wide celebration of the 350th anniversary of writer Jonathon Swift’s birth, will all finishers receiving a commemorative medal to mark the occasion. All … [Read more...]
17th Annual Tour de Munster in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland and Individual Beneficiaries launched at Bunratty Castle
The four day charity cycle, which was launched by cycling legend Sean Kelly and celebrity guest Aoibhín Garrihy in the beautiful grounds of Bunratty Castle takes place from Thursday 10th to Sunday 13th August, and will see over 100 amateur cyclists cycle over 600km around the six counties of Munster, raising funds for the Munster branches of DSI and individual … [Read more...]
81-year-old man shares his story of how he conquered The Summer WOLF
After conquering the 10km Wild Running course at the Summer WOLF, 81-year-old Mark Buteux became The WOLF Run’s oldest runner. Buteux took up running 23 years ago with the simple intention of keeping fit and having fun. Two years ago, Buteux was diagnosed with cancer. Some might have taken time away from their weekly exercise routines but, going against the grain, … [Read more...]
One of Ireland’s longest one day swims officially launched for 2017
The 12th annual Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim in aid of Cancer Care West happening on Saturday 22nd July was officially launched with the first time trial at Blackrock on Saturday 3rd June last. Officially one of Ireland's biggest and longest one day swims, this year over 100 swimmers will swim 13km across the bay to raise funds … [Read more...]