Discover the thrill and adventure of the 50k Shore route at Gravel Grind West! Designed for those who would love to try Gravel but without having to invest in a specific bike, this scenic journey offers an exciting introduction to gravel biking. Pedal through breathtaking landscapes, conquer gentle inclines, and savor the camaraderie of fellow … Read more
We want you to Gravel Grind West with us this September. Gravel season is soon approaching, so now is the time to hit the tracks and trails to get ready for a biking adventure of a lifetime. The thrill and excitement when coasting on loose gravel surface is like no other experience you will get when … Read more
Eight female cyclists from across Connacht will take on a 24 hour cycling challenge this weekend in Kildare racing in the Mondello24 Cycle. The team of eight riders from seven clubs is the first ever all female team to represent the province at a race of this kind. Starting on the track at 12pm this Saturday … Read more
I often equate ultra races to childbirth, as soon as the race is over the pain is all forgotten. If you look at the stats of the race – 300km with 3, 300m of climbing, it looks very easy, but you then add in the infamous Achill wind and its a whole different beast. I … Read more
Mayo Ultra 300km My story with cycling is very simple, I love the freedom of it, jumping up on the bike and cycling for hours. I don’t get to cycle as often as I like, given that I’m a single mum with 2 young daughters so I must optimise my babysitting requests I don’t have … Read more
Its a tough sentence to read especially after you have made a gigantic effort to be on the start line.. Mike Burke travelled all the way from Almeria in Southern Spain to make the Wild Mayo Ultra 650k start, but nearly 400k in, Mike had to throw in the towel. This read is compelling, thoughtful … Read more
Results for all the Wild Mayo Ultra distances 2023. The Wild Mayo Ultra events has grown substantially in 2023, the aim for us at Raceface is to create a weekend of Ultra cycling where we can cater for all Ultra goers. For someone to conquer their first 200k ride is as equally important to … Read more
Wild Mayo Ultra 500 Unsupported Sean Hernon (The Bear ) Galway Bay CC As the saying goes “everything you want is on the other side of fear”. As I write this, just over a week since finishing the Wild Mayo Ultra 500km unsupported, body parts (notably my chest) may be sore but this is outweighed … Read more
In the Wild Mayo Ultra we had 2 categories in the 300k distance: The unsupported category, riders had to be self sufficient getting around the route and the supported category, where riders could have a support follow vehicle much like a Time Trial, the main difference between the 2 categories for the participant is in … Read more
What an event this was, wild is the word for this great event hosted by www.raceface.ie that really show cases Mayo’s rugged beauty. I only found out I could go at the last minute and checked could I get into the 200K race. Unfortunately this wasn’t possible but there was a deferred entry for the … Read more
Welcome to RaceFace.ie, the website where you can get information about and register for all kinds of sporting and fun events in Ireland. Our events are for young and old, beginner to expert and individuals or groups. Have a look around and we hope you will sign up to our events and take on a new challenge to get fit, stay healthy and get practicing your raceface.
