announcement

MAD MTB Beginners Series Spring 2010

2 years ago

by Morgan in announcement, beginners

Our Spring series of beginners mtb spins starts this Saturday in Ballinastoe. This will be an easy introduction to mountainbiking for first-timers or a chance for people to return to the sport. Please ensure your bike is in good working order and don’t forget your helmet. Check out our Beginners Page for more details on what to wear and bring.

If you have any questions, or if you just want to tell us you’re coming along, drop an email to the committee. The course is open to riders over 16 years of age. Riders under 18 must present a parental consent form to the club committee. Riders under 16 may attend on the condition that a parent also takes part and stays with the group at all times – please discuss this with the committee beforehand.

The first day will be around Ballinastoe on Saturday April 17th, meeting at 9.45am, departure at 10am – sharp. We’ll aim to finish about 1pm or so. You can find a trail map and directions here.

The beginners rides are running every second week – but you should make sure to get out on your bike in-between too.

Medals for MAD at Bunclody

2 years ago

by Morgan in announcement, racing

MAD got the 2010 Leinster XC League off to a good start with podium finishes in three categories.

Sean came first in the Expert category. (more…)

Leinster XC League Begins on Sunday

2 years ago

by Morgan in announcement, racing

The first round of the four-race Leinster XC League takes place this Sunday in Kilbrannish, near Bunclody, Co. Wexford. New club Racing 795 have laid out an all-new course for the event. You can read more on IrishXCMTB.com.

The dates for the Leinster XC League are as follows:

28th March – Bunclody – Racing 795

4th April – Dundalk – Cuchulainn CC

11th April – Slade Valley – IMBRC (also NPS #1)

9th May – Three Rock – MAD (also NPS #2)

XC Development Series Round 2 – Ballyhoura

2 years ago

by Morgan in announcement, beginners, racing

Round 1 of the XC Development Series was a huge success with 165 riders turning up to give it a shot in the snow at Ballinastoe. Round 2 takes place on March 7th in Ballyhoura, Co. Cork. You can find full details at www.irishxcmtb.com.

As part of his continuing support of the XC Development race series, Niall Davis from Biking.ie will be taking two groups of five riders out for a pre-lap (or part thereof, due to the length of the lap) of the Ballyhoura race circuit on the morning of the race. The aim of the pre-lap is to help the riders get through their first race with some hints and tips. The prizes go to the first 10 riders to contact them via the form on www.biking.ie. And don’t forget there is also a prize for the winner of the Sports B race to receive a private training day with Biking.ie!

DMP Volunteer Ranger Service Now Recruiting

2 years ago

by Morgan in announcement

Attention Mountain Bikers,

The Dublin Mountains partnership is extending its volunteer ranger programme to encompass mountain biking. This is an important step for the Dublin Mountains Partnership and gives us the opportunity to be involved in helping to manage recreation through out the Dublin Mountains.

From a mountain biking perspective it is important that we get involved and help influence how recreation activities are managed going forward. We would like to encourage any mountain bikers who uses the area and would be interested in getting involved and giving something back to contact the DMP. Below is the official press release and website address.

The Offroad Commission

Join the Dublin Mountains Partnership Volunteer Ranger Service!

We are recruiting active, enthusiastic and committed walkers, hikers, mountain bikers and outdoor enthusiasts to join our established Ranger Team in Spring 2010. The Dublin Mountains Partnership was established in 2008 to improve the recreation experience on public lands in the Dublin Mountains. The Volunteer Ranger Service is a vital aspect of the project and duties include improving access, trail work, way marking and helping to improve visitors experience to the wonderful resource we have on our doorstep.

We hope to establish a mountain bike patrol within the ranger service in 2010, potential rangers who participate in mountain biking and are keen to join the service should apply.

Would you like to be involved? Check out http://www.dublinmountains.ie/volunteer_ranger_service/volunteer_ranger_service/ for full details and an application form. Closing date February 28^th, 2010.

XC Developmental Race Series

2 years ago

by Morgan in announcement, beginners, racing

A three-race series of XC races, sponsored by WheelWorx, is being organised this spring by Richie Byrne and the Offroad Commssion. This will be a great way for new riders to get an introduction to XC racing and they’re open to Sports, Women and Youth riders. The three rounds are:

February 21st – Ballinastoe, Co. Wicklow
March 7th – Ballyhoura, Co. Limerick
March 21st – Derroura, Co. Galway

For further information check out http://www.irishxcmtb.com

Cyclocross Champs Latest – Online Entry and Short Track XC

2 years ago

by Morgan in announcement, racing

Entry Criteria
There has been some recent discussion about licence requirements for this race. We would like to assure riders that both 2009 and 2010 licences will be accepted at sign-on. You can see the full entry requrements here.

Online Sign-On
An Online Sign-On form for the event is now available. We encourage all participating riders to pre-register for the event here. Please enter your details and pay your entry fee on the day. This will greatly speed-up sign on before the race.
Online Registration Form

Short Track XC
In addition to the championship race there will also be a Short Track XC race earlier in the day.
This race will be on a modified course (no dismounts required!) providing an exciting race for riders and spectators alike.
It will be suitable for mountainbikers of all abilities, and cyclocross riders who do not qualify for the Championship event are also welcome to enter.

Event Website
For all event details, please visit:
http://sites.google.com/site/irishcxchamps

New Date for Cyclocross Nationals

2 years ago

by Morgan in announcement, racing

The Irish Cyclocross National Championship has been rescheduled for the 7th of February 2010. The original event was postponed due to extreme weather conditions.

Check out the new event information website for further details of the race.