Cycle4Haiti

There is a bowling night on the 22^nd March. The proceeds are going to fund two cyclists from Roscommon to participate in the Cycle 4 Haiti challenge. Its a cycle from Dublin to Galway on the 4^th and 5^th of May to raise funds for Haiti. Teams of 4 only €40 and €20 for youth teams. Danny Doyle and Patrick Mulligan are both trying to raise €500 to participate. You can register your team on Face Book or by calling 0894948115.

Cycling Show

 The Irish Cycling Show 2013 takes place at City West Dublin March 9^th & 10^th with a little something for everyone. For more information click here

Irish Guide Dogs

Mizen to Malin cycle May 25^th to June 1^st in Support of the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind.

Cork, Kerry, Clare, Galway Sligo and Donegal what more could you ask for. Well a soft saddle would be nice. Anyway the target is fundraising of €1250 per cyclist which covers all accommodation and meals for the week. Monies raised will go to supporting Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind. You can get more information  here

Cycle in aid of the Jack & Jill Foundation

As promised a little outing for those of you that might be interested in the Jack & Jill Foundation. The Ronan McCormack Charity Cycle, Saturday March 2^nd. There will be two runs depending on your preference. Roscommon – Mountbellew – Roscommon or Galway – Mountbellew – Galway.

Registration fee €25 and there are sponsorship cards available. For those of you contemplating the Roscommon cycle contact Jacqueline through the website  here. Registration at the Hyde 8 - 9 am, cycle starts at 9:15am. For registration form click here and for an information pack click on INFO

Sprocket Rocket Coach Training Day

Saturday 16^th March, Sneem Hotel Sneem, Co Kerry 10am till 4:30 pm Cost €25 This training day is for individuals from Clubs, Schools and Community Organisations wishing to become a Sprocket Rocket Coach. The Sprocket Rocket Program teaches children aged 5-11 the basic skills required to become a confident and competent cyclist. Details can be obtained from the committee if anyone is interested  

Cycling Ireland Workshop

A workshop is being held on Saturday, 16^th February, starting at 10:30 am and finishing at 1:30pm at the Red Cow Hotel, Dublin to outline the requirements under Cycling Ireland's Event Safety and Safeguarding/Child Protection Codes

It's short notice but if there is any one with some time and interest please let one of the committee know. It would be great to get the official low down on some of these rules and regulations. Clich here to get more information

Happy Valentines

Thank God someone had sense enough to cancel the training tonight. Just the thought of trying to explain why you might prefer to don some Lycra and spend your time heating up a cold room by the sheer volume of exercise performed. I had visions of many dogs sleeping out tonight while their owners borrowed their houses for the evening. I have no doubt but that some will find other uses for their bikes tonight but let that not deter those of you who had sense enough to appreciate the early morning breakfast, the hot bath, dinner all ready for your Sunday bike ride (not to mention the Sudocrem, Deep Heat and SOFT CUSION). Just to wish everyone a Happy Valentines Day and to say THANK YOU to those we leave behind to keep the home fires burning. Oh and thank you to Eileen for a wonderful Valentines present. The Lemsip will go down a treat

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I'm BACK

Sorry All

But I'm back and looking for more mug shots. In the past couple of weeks I have managed to wreck a couple of computers and enjoy a short break down under. Of course you do know what that means. I will not only be the proverbial pain in the posterior but will most likely have one so please don't expect me to be in good humor. I am after all going to try ease back into the joys of balancing on a narrow piece of leather while doing my utmost to propel myself at speed while all the time balancing on two pieces of rubber. Did someone say I need my head examined. Oh by the way I think I spotted a poster indicating that there will be a cycle soon for the Jack & Jill foundation. I'll check it out and post the information

Happy Christmas

Just to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas, a Happy, Healthy and Wealthy New Year. With a bit of luck Santa will ensure everyone has a great time. For those with new bikes and those just getting back on them for the New Year, cycle safely. Don't forget to get to bed early Christmas day, I'm sure there will be some sadistic suggestion that everyone needs to loose a few pounds with a short 100k cycle Stevens day. I hope at least some of the cars come away clean and not too many helpers remain dry. Wishing everyone the very best and looking forward to loosing a few pounds in the New Year :-(

Cycling Ireland On Line Registration

Ok all we want everyone to register for Cycling Ireland on Line. If everyone follows the link and registers for the renewal of their licence we stand a chance of winning some CASH. It will also save on some paper work. So let’s all give a hand and renew our own licence. If anyone needs a hand send us an email or check it out at one of the cycles. Click on this Link to start and follow the process below.

Register Now
Go the top left hand side of our website and hit "Register Now!".
On the next screen you select to either register in a club, or without.
Follow the instructions.

You will then get an email asking you to confirm that your email is correct.

Once your details have been verified by Cycling Ireland you will get an email sent to your email address, this will have your password.
Signing into your profile
At the top of our home page you will see a button saying "log in".
When you hit this you will see the log in section.
Enter your email address as your user name, and the password that you have received.
This will bring you into your profile.
You will be advised to request a licence type. Select the licence you need by filling in the details required.

Once you have submitted this request you will be advised that you are awaiting club approval.
Awaiting Club Approval
Contact your club secretary and ask them to approve you licence.
Once they have approved you licence, Cycling Ireland will approve the request.
Once we approve your request, you will be able to pay online.
Paying online
To pay you must log into your profile
Under the title "Licence and Licence History" you will have the option to pay
Hit the last word on the line with your licence "pay".
You will be brought to the credit card payment screen.
You will receive your licence within two weeks of payment.

Note that during our busiest season (Nov - April) this may take longer to process.
If you have questions please approach your club secretary before approaching Cycling Ireland.