St. Stephens Day Cycle Challenge in Killarney

Sikpupi

http://christmasinkillarney.com/events.php?date=1356480000&year=2012&month=12

I see that this is being listed as part of the Christmas in Killarney programme.

Well done to them but anyone here got any firther details on it. I believe there is a 70kms (naughty) and a 30kms (nice) spin ...but I dont see what routes they are taking.

Wonder will there be any mince pies???

Will be nice to have something to look forward to while stuffing my face on the 25th!!!

PS....are we still using "St. Stephens Day" or is Boxing Day sneaking in...

ROK ON

I saw a cycle advertised for the 30th from Fossa - two routes 70k and a short one.
Is this the same event I wonder?

CheGuedara

ROK ON wrote: »

I saw a cycle advertised for the 30th from Fossa - two routes 70k and a short one.
Is this the same event I wonder?

I think the one on the 30th is a Killarney CC leisure spin - hope to make it along with some of the Gang.

Sikpupi

The link says 26th....

I think I saw something about a spin around the year end from the An Oige in Fossa alright. but this is a different gig I think

Amprodude

Sikpupi wrote: »

The link says 26th....

I think I saw something about a spin around the year end from the An Oige in Fossa alright. but this is a different gig I think

I was interested in doing this but can't find info on it. Where do you register for it?

MrCreosote

Sikpupi wrote: »

PS....are we still using "St. Stephens Day" or is Boxing Day sneaking in...

It's still St Stephenses Day, officially at least.

Sikpupi

http://www.facebook.com/events/390763584334787/#!/events/390763584334787/

...am useless on this facebook stuff!! Hope this works.

EDIT..... found this

Killarney CC will be holding a leisure tour on 30th Dec ,
Sign on from 9a.m. at An Oige International Hostel ,Fossa ,Killarney,
Two routes are available ,40 kms and 70kms,
Tea/Coffee and Biscuits available before Departure,
40 kms depart at 10:30 a.m.
...70 kms depart at 10:00 a.m.
Soup and rolls and tea /coffee and biscuits available on completion of spins ,
Shower facilities available ,
Ample parking ,
Sign On 20 Euro,
Hope to see ye there to BURN OFF THE TURKEY!!!!!!!

okane1

More information on the "Burn off the Turkey" spin organised by Killarney CC on the 30th of Dec. Sign on at 9.00 at the An Oige hostel in Fossa

40km route
http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1996842

60km route
http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1996837

Amprodude

Are there big turnouts for an event like this?

Sikpupi

Are there big turnouts for an event like this?

This one I believe is is new to town and a possibily a first for a cycling event on St. Stephens Day. I believe it is traditional to head up Carrantuaill Mountain on the 26th ....not something I have tried!!

However - this spin is for funds for the local school...so would expect a considerable amount of local cyclists have passsed throught there over the years and so would be throwing their support into the event.

And ..sure.. it's a chance to get out of the house and stretch the legs!

Sikky

Amprodude

Sikpupi wrote: »

This one I believe is is new to town and a possibily a first for a cycling event on St. Stephens Day. I believe it is traditional to head up Carrantuaill Mountain on the 26th ....not something I have tried!!

However - this spin is for funds for the local school...so would expect a considerable amount of local cyclists have passsed throught there over the years and so would be throwing their support into the event.

And ..sure.. it's a chance to get out of the house and stretch the legs!

Sikky

Not sure if i can make the one on the 26th but would defintely make the one on the 30th. Im not a professional cyclist or anything but do enjoy cycling at weekends. I wouldnt feel out of place by turning up would I? Would there be a mix of all abilities?

Sikpupi

Ya... I would say that all will be welcome. The Club looks after all participants and no-one will be left behind!! There will be cyclists of every age group and ability there....so I wouldn't worry about that . Just enjoy the ride!!

Amprodude

Sikpupi wrote: »

Ya... I would say that all will be welcome. The Club looks after all participants and no-one will be left behind!! There will be cyclists of every age group and ability there....so I wouldn't worry about that . Just enjoy the ride!!

Good to hear. I will certainly turn up for this. What i was worried about was that I would have to be a member of the cycling club and be turned away. I didnt know either if I would be good enough to partipate and keep up as i wasnt sure what ability of riders be there.

I will turn up now, pay the fee and off I go. I am on my own so hopefully i might meet some of you guys there.