The Wild Mayo Ultra delivered exactly what was expected — another savage day on the bike, with relentless north-easterly winds making every kilometre hard-earned. Thankfully, the rain stayed away, but there was no hiding from the grind.
Massive credit to all participants in 2026. Every rider had their own battle — physical, mental, and everything in between — before reaching the finish line outside the Clewbay Hotel in Westport.
Ultra cycle racing isn’t just about legs. It’s 40% fitness, 40% mental strength, and the remaining 20% comes down to planning, nutrition and strategy — and that balance was on full display across all distances.
The standout contest of the day came in the 400km event, where Michael Hall (DB Cycling Club, Cavan) and Ken Egan (Tuam CC, Galway) pushed each other to the absolute limit. The race stayed tight deep into the final 30km, where Hall’s experience proved decisive as he broke the elastic and held on for an impressive win.
Egan deserves huge credit, driving the pace and keeping the pressure on for over 13 hours.
Kelly-Anne Speight (Fermanagh) delivered one of the performances of the event, finishing 3rd overall and 1st female — a serious effort that underlines her form ahead of a tilt at the 2400km Transatlantic Way in mid-June.
In the 300km event, Bray Wheelers rider Andrey Zagumennov from Russia powered to a strong and controlled victory.
Declan Kenny (Longford Cycling Racing Club) took a commanding win in the 200km, showing strength and consistency throughout.
The 100km produced a surprise result, with Westport Covey Wheelers’ Noel Kelly turning the tables and taking a well-earned win in a strong ride against the clock.
Paula Ryder, also representing Westport, delivered an excellent performance to claim the women’s title.
Raceface Events would like to extend sincere thanks to all volunteers, spotters, and sponsors who made the event possible.
The Wild Mayo Ultra is proudly supported by Westport Bike Shop, Tyres R Us, Treacy’s Pharmacies, Mayo.ie, and Nuasan. Huge thanks to the Clewbay Hotel, which was the epicenter for the weekend.
Prize winners.
100k
1st Noel Kelly Westport Covey Wheelers
2nd John Gilleran Westport Covey Wheelers
3rd Anthony Murray Westport Covey Wheelers
1st Female, Paula Ryder Westport Covey Wheelers
200k
1st Declan Kenny Longford Racing club
2nd Ed Murphy Cork
3rd Mick Collins Clare
300k
1st Andrey Zagumennov Bray Wheelers
2nd Dean Herron Finn Wheelers
3rd Damien Donohue Moynalty CC
400k
1st Michael Hall DB Racing Cavan 14:26
2nd Ken Egan Tuam CC 14:32
3rd Pedro Ceitil Fermoy CC 17:32
400k Female
1st Kelly Anne Speight Fermanagh 17:11
Full results here: https://live.primaltracking.com/mayo400ultra26/
