Tour of the Heartlands 2025
We go again with the untypical sportive routes that proved so popular last year: lots of rural lanes leading to some serious climbing before a much appreciated food stop for those keen to take on the full 106k challenge; the same route reduced to 90k and minus the steep Slieve Bloom sections for those not fancying the fatigue inducing Lackaroe and The Cut climbs, and a charming 55k spin along the Grand Canal’s new cycleway with a break in Pullagh for coffee and a bite for anyone who fancies an easier day. A Cycling Ireland license is a requirement to participate. Day Licences for non CI members are an additional €10 for senior riders and just €5 for under 18s.
The full 106k with ascents of two of the classic Slieve Bloom climbs in Lackaroe and The Cut. Food stop and regroup at Clonaslee before final 50k of lanes and byways back to Castledaly. €25.00. Click on above image for ridewithgps file
As above but with the gentler option of turning for Clonaslee and the relief of a food stop without taking on the heights. €25.00. Click on above image for ridewithgps file
A shorter ride that shares the first 15k of the above routes before turning east along the Grand Canal’s new cycleway to Rahan. Here it rejoins the returning longer routes for a total of 55k. Food for this event will be at the end of the ride. Cost €15. Click on above image for ridewithgps file