The Salt Grinder by Noel Brady

Noel Brady above  Herself said no, but then she relented when she learned that I planned to cycle “only 300k” and not the 650k Wild Mayo Ultra. There are those who reckon that Padraig Marrey looks at a geographical feature or route on a map and then without anyone even noticing, he will have it … Read more

Ultra-cyclist scorch around Wild Mayo.

The Wild Mayo Ultra attracted a very niche breed of cyclist to Westport for the weekend of July 23 to 25th,  for 72 hours these unique athletes were seen around town soaking up the atmosphere before, during and after the event.  The numbers partaking may be small but each brought their own support crews, supporters … Read more

Ballinrobe Duathlon results 2020

Storm Jorge fails to dampen Ballinrobe Duathlon. After one of the worst storms this year, storm Jorge blew out of steam just in time for Ballinrobe to run their 11th consecutive duathlon, it was the toughest years yet with a postponement and a really harsh day for the rescheduled date. Having one bad years weather … Read more

Ballinrobe Duathlon March 1st

The Rescheduled Ballinrobe Duathlon will now be held on Sunday March 1st  On line entry is still available on https://www.njuko.net/bd-2020/select_competition closes on Friday at 9pm.  Full details re the event: Registration Sign on at the Lakeside Sports and fitness gym, Station Rd, just off the Kilmaine Rd, Ballinrobe from 6pm to 8pm Saturday 29th and … Read more

Land of the Giants results

Cavan man beats the Giants land of the giant Duathlon results Over 300 athletes took to the start line for the 8th edition of the run, bike, run event. The first run of 5.5k Turned into a ding dong battle between Michael Reilly Shercock AC Cavan and Anthony Murray MultiSport Westport, the Cavan man eventually … Read more

Overall report of the Bridge Signs IWDS 2019

Bridge Signs Ireland West Duathlon Series overall report Participation and inter club rivalry the secret to The Bridge Signs Ireland West Duathlon series; more than 700 walkers, runners and cyclist of all abilities taking part in one or more events throughout a three month period, with events held in six key towns in Mayo (Claremorris, … Read more