Ireland’s Premier Mountainbiking Club™
announcement
MAD Autumn Introductory Series
24 months ago
Our much-anticipated MTB introductory course is starting this month. Over three weekends we’ll introduce riders to off-road riding and the trails. The dates are as follows:
- Saturday September 24th
- Saturday October 1st
- Saturday October 8th
There is no charge for the course but everyone will have an opportunity to join MAD afterwards. We require everyone to register for the course beforehand – please use this form:
and ensure your details are correct. We’ll email locations and times to registered riders a few days before each spin.
These spins are suitable for everyone – although a basic level of bike-fitness will really help. See the information on our Beginners Page for details on what to wear and bring. Helmets are compulsory for all riders – no exceptions under any circumstances. Also Check out the information on the site and if you have any further questions please email committee@madmtb.com.
What to bring?
There are a few essentials which you should have with you on every ride:
- Water – at least one bottle
- Food – you use up a lot of energy while mountainbiking so it’s important to refuel regularly. Bring whatever you like to eat:.bananas/Mars bars/ Fig Rolls are always popular.
- Spare tube (or two) – You’re sure to get a puncture eventually so it’s wise to have a spare tube with you. It’s faster to change a tube then to patch an old one (you can patch it at home later)
- Pump – You won’t get far if you can’t inflate your tyre after a puncture. Don’t assume someone else will have one
- Basic tools – at a mininum you should have tyre levers and allen keys for the bolts on your bike. If you’re unsure about working on your bike just ask someone in the club.
Eireman X Mountain Bike Triathlon & NEW Duathlon
15 months ago
This year’s Eireman X takes place on Saturday October 1st in Courtown Co. Wexford with lower entry feeds, an additional race format and finger food for racers afterwards.
In addition to the triathlon there will be a duathlon (run – bike – run) so non-swimmers can take part. There will be a 2km woodland run instead of the swim to begin the race. This is a separate event with it’s own prizes. Both race leaders should enter the transition area at the same time which will shake things up for the mtb section. The course is the same as last year – with one surprise on the run.
Thanks to new insurance arrangements no day-licences (or Tri-Ireland memberships) are required. Entry for the triathlon is €40 and the duathlon €35. Entry is limited to 200 riders and is filling up fast.
As the event is on a Saturday there will be an opportunity for riders to meet for a few drinks afterwards. The prizegiving will be in the 19th Pub in Courtown with finger-food laid on.
Check out the Youtube video for a flavour. The film crew didn’t make it to the technical mtb sections but we’re assured there are plenty of them.
MAD Introductory Series – Day 3
09 months ago
The 3rd and final installment of our Intro Series will be this coming Saturday 16th April. The location will be Ballinastoe Mtb Trails, the same location as Rd.2.
Meeting @ 9-45am. Ready to go @ 10-00am.
As before people need to be properly equipped with food/water plus a spare tube (or 2) and a multi tool of some sort. A rain jacket is be advisable also.
MAD MTB Introductory Series – Day 2
010 months ago
This session will take place on the Ballinastoe mountainbike trails on Saturday 2nd April.
Be there and ready to cycle at 10am!
Charity Bike Ride
01 year ago
There is a charity bike ride on this Sunday 30th January in aid of the Irish Cancer Society organised by Niall Davis over at www.biking.ie We would encourage everyone to come along to support a really worthwhile cause. This is also an opportunity for any potential MAD members to come along and meet members of the club for a spin.
Details as follows:
A fun mountain bike ride to celebrate the lives of those who have battled Cancer.
January 30th 2011: Charity bike ride at Ballinastoe Mountain Bike Trails in Roundwood, County Wicklow. We will assemble at the entrance to the trails at 09.45, where we will depart at 10am. There will be groups to suit all levels of fitness and ability. After the spin we will return to The Coachhouse in Roundwood village for complementary tea, coffee and sandwiches.
Donating
Entry is free and Biking.ie will be accepting donations for the Irish Cancer Society throughout the day. You will be able to donate before the event at 09.45, after the event at 12.30 or in the Coachhouse at 13.00.
Registering
Please register your interest by contacting us.
info@biking.ie / +353 (0)83 434 6992
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=171098132923232
Directions
GPS Coordinates 53.107217, -6.217489
From Kilmacanogue (on the N 11) take the R755 to Roundwood. After approx 9 km, turn right at Djouce Golf Club and continue for 1km to the next junction. Take a left turn and continue for 100 meters. The trail and car park is on your right hand side.
More info here
