Ring of Kerry 2013

MajesticDonkey · 03-07-2013 09:59AM

fullerand wrote: »

Was there food after the race in previous years? Was it any good?

Yes, loads. You won't be able for dinner for a few hours after it.

mossym wrote: »

what race?

Many people call any organised cycles "races".

mossym · 03-07-2013 10:01AM

MajesticDonkey wrote: »

Many people call any organised cycles "races".

i know, was just making a point...:D

MajesticDonkey · 03-07-2013 10:02AM

Anyway, it's always a race... :P

03-07-2013 10:24AM

MajesticDonkey wrote: »

Yes, loads. You won't be able for dinner for a few hours after

Really? What food has there been? Must have missed that somehow in previous years.

Endurance_man · 03-07-2013 10:30AM

Quick question about raising money.

I signed up for the 60euro plus a sponsorship card.

I am raising money in work and the website initial said you can offset this against the 60 euro paid at registration.

However on the card it says bring all money with you.

I am a bit confused now.

HivemindXX · 03-07-2013 10:40AM

Dónal wrote: »

Really? What food has there been? Must have missed that somehow in previous years.

There was an insane amount of buttered raisin bread and sweets available at the finish last year. I assume you are implying there was no hot food. At Scotts there was a BBQ arrangement where you could buy food and eat it outside. Not great if you want a proper sit down dinner though.

The restaurant I ate in at around 6pm was empty. I think you will probably be able to find somewhere if you are willing to eat a bit early.

nordicb · 03-07-2013 10:41AM

Endurance_man wrote: »

Quick question about raising money.

I signed up for the 60euro plus a sponsorship card.

I am raising money in work and the website initial said you can offset this against the 60 euro paid at registration.

However on the card it says bring all money with you.

I am a bit confused now.

Same question here, they sent an email this morning saying to bring monies (point 4 for those who got it), etc on sign on... Thought I've already paid.

Endurance_man · 03-07-2013 11:14AM

nordicb wrote: »

Same question here, they sent an email this morning saying to bring monies (point 4 for those who got it), etc on sign on... Thought I've already paid.

Well that was the agreement, so I will only bring the excess money I raised.

Soarer · 03-07-2013 11:28AM

Just read something on the official site...

"Cyclists can have their photographs taken at the finish line which they can then access online from our website. Certificates will also be given to all participants when they sign back in at the desk located at New Street car park. "

I'm preregistered through Pieta House, so I won't be "signing in" before the cycle. Do I still "sign back in" afterwards? Or do I need to sign in even though I'm registered?

MajesticDonkey · 03-07-2013 11:45AM

Soarer wrote: »

I'm preregistered through Pieta House, so I won't be "signing in" before the cycle. Do I still "sign back in" afterwards? Or do I need to sign in even though I'm registered?

Sign in when you get back from the cycle, I assume.

Soarer · 03-07-2013 12:02PM

Yeah, I assume the same. I've made wrong assumptions before though!

JEmily · 03-07-2013 01:08PM

ugsparky wrote: »

Guys - just seen a post on FB from the Cycle Against Suicide group - late registrations may be possible

https://www.facebook.com/CycleAgainstSuicide?hc_location=stream

I'll be wearing my CAS kit - a very good cause and Jim's a good man - hope we have a good craic in Kerry

How? I need another entry if possible for one of our club members - or if anyone cannot make it please pm me please, genuine cyclist;).

Soarer · 03-07-2013 02:46PM

New info given on the official site.

There will be designated parking for cyclist traffic on all the approach routes to Killarney town on Saturday morning July 6th.

Tralee, Limerick & North Kerry Traffic will be directed to a large field off Killarney By Pass Via a slip road before the Aghadoe Cross. You will be able to park 3\400 metres from the Official Start.

East Kerry & Cork Traffic will be directed to (a) Lyne's Field at Park Road Roundabout and (b) Ballycasheen School.

Kenmare & Muckross Traffic will be directed to a large field on the Muckross Road.

Mid Kerry/South Kerry & Killorglin Traffic will be directed to the Rugby Club Field off the Killarney By-Pass.

Parking for Spectators & Supporters will be available in the Cathedral field on Port Road.

Please cooperate with stewards.

Listrydude · 03-07-2013 03:17PM

for the sign in, are they expecting everyone to show up with their own details or is it possible for 1 person to sign up for 3 people with the printed email/barcode?

BailMeOut · 03-07-2013 03:54PM

Soarer wrote: »

Just read something on the official site...

"Cyclists can have their photographs taken at the finish line which they can then access online from our website. Certificates will also be given to all participants when they sign back in at the desk located at New Street car park. "

I'm preregistered through Pieta House, so I won't be "signing in" before the cycle. Do I still "sign back in" afterwards? Or do I need to sign in even though I'm registered?

I believe you only need to worry about this if you want the certificate.

thesimpsons · 03-07-2013 03:56PM

I'll want my one - I'll be so looking forward to seeing the finish line. first ROK

Soarer · 03-07-2013 04:08PM

BailMeOut wrote: »

I believe you only need to worry about this if you want the certificate.

Kinda want it for all the people that sponsored me more than anyone else. Nothing to stop me lying out the back getting a colour otherwise!

BailMeOut · 03-07-2013 04:35PM

Soarer wrote: »

Kinda want it for all the people that sponsored me more than anyone else. Nothing to stop me lying out the back getting a colour otherwise!

They will know you did it when they see you walking funny for a week or two afterwards!

Jovetic · 03-07-2013 07:36PM

Feels wrong not cycling this week

Went for a short ride this evening but I can't sit still, I'm raring to go

My biggest fear at this stage is being involved in an accident or the bike giving up on me. Physically I feel great and am desperate to cross the line

Good luck to all at the weekend, if you see someone struggling on Molls Gap and stubbornly refusing to get off the bike, say hello

Kingdom Man · 03-07-2013 09:28PM

Listrydude wrote: »

for the sign in, are they expecting everyone to show up with their own details or is it possible for 1 person to sign up for 3 people with the printed email/barcode?

I can not make it to sign in friday night rang the ring of kerry office and they said my buddy can sign me on no prob once he has my e-mail with bar code on it

blahblah06 · 04-07-2013 02:35AM

To all fellow boardsies heading to the ring.
Ill be working at the high 5 stand on the Friday so if your looking for high 5 just ask for blahblah from boards and ill look after ya.
Good luck to all.
Ps there will also be a BBB parts tent if anyone needs last minute parts.

Listrydude · 04-07-2013 06:11AM

Kingdom Man wrote: »

I can not make it to sign in friday night rang the ring of kerry office and they said my buddy can sign me on no prob once he has my e-mail with bar code on it

Great stuff Kingdom Man! Thanks for that!!

boydkev · 04-07-2013 06:46AM

Really looking forward to saturday, My first time doing the ROK.

Soarer · 04-07-2013 07:42AM

blahblah06 wrote: »

To all fellow boardsies heading to the ring.
Ill be working at the high 5 stand on the Friday so if your looking for high 5 just ask for blahblah from boards and ill look after ya.
Good luck to all.
Ps there will also be a BBB parts tent if anyone needs last minute parts.

Great offer thanks.

Disaster that I picked up all my stuff yesterday from my LBS and fairly paid through the nose for it too!

Gattacca · 04-07-2013 09:13AM

'Look after ya'

Does that mean epo available under the table?!!

Tomfla · 04-07-2013 09:19AM

blahblah06 wrote: »

To all fellow boardsies heading to the ring.
Ill be working at the high 5 stand on the Friday so if your looking for high 5 just ask for blahblah from boards and ill look after ya.
Good luck to all.
Ps there will also be a BBB parts tent if anyone needs last minute parts.

Will there be high5 available around the route similar to last year

Masala · 04-07-2013 10:05AM

To all fellow boardsies heading to the ring.
Ill be working at the high 5 stand on the Friday so if your looking for high 5 just ask for blahblah from boards and ill look after ya.
Good luck to all.
Ps there will also be a BBB parts tent if anyone needs last minute parts.

..you gave me a shout last year on top of Commiska but I has earphones in and didnt hear you. So - will drop by on Friday night to say hello and maybe get a 'sample' or 2 !!.

Hope you have some nice flavours - am sick of 'Berry',, Bllaaaagh.!

blahblah06 · 04-07-2013 10:19AM

Tomfla wrote: »

Will there be high5 available around the route similar to last year

Ye we will be around at sign on all day Friday and saturday and be up the top of Commiska on the saturday giving out free citrus flavour samples and water if needed.

blahblah06 · 04-07-2013 10:23AM

Masala wrote: »

..you gave me a shout last year on top of Commiska but I has earphones in and didnt hear you. So - will drop by on Friday night to say hello and maybe get a 'sample' or 2 !!.

Hope you have some nice flavours - am sick of 'Berry',, Bllaaaagh.!

Citrus is the free flavour this Year.
Ye drop by Friday as dont know if it will be me up the mountain this year.

Tell you what. Anyone that mentions there a boardsie will get a few free samples of high 5 zero and a discount off other products if needed.

Craig06 · 04-07-2013 10:45AM

blahblah06 wrote: »

Citrus is the free flavour this Year.
Ye drop by Friday as dont know if it will be me up the mountain this year.

Tell you what. Anyone that mentions there a boardsie will get a few free samples of high 5 zero and a discount off other products if needed.

Must pop over and have a look then

Ring of Kerry 2013

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