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The Titans of the ŠKODA WE LOVE CYCLING TEAM: Meet Shannon McCurley
In every race, every single rider has a story to tell. During this year’s Titan Desert we are charting the journeys of 10 racers from all over the world who are tackling the race in Morocco. With a dearth of experience across many terrains, they…
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PHOTOGALLERY: Feel the Atmosphere of the ŠKODA Titan Desert
The unique desert bicycle race is on and we’re there to see it. Besides our IG presenter Keira McVitty, we also have Jakub Frey on the spot and he is doing his best to bring the unique atmosphere of the Moroccan desert to your screens.…
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The Nordic Diet Lowers Cholesterol and Blood Sugar – Should You Try It?
Have you heard about the Nordic Diet? Research shows it can help lower blood sugar and cholesterol and assist with weight loss. It relies on whole, locally accessible ingredients and can be really tasty. Let’s take a look at what it is and what can…
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Fitness Trackers – How to Use Them Effectively
Fitness trackers provide you with a lot of data and they can be a source of motivation but you have to use them right. First, you have to define what exactly you want your tracker to help you with. Then you have to make sure…
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A focus on Women’s Cycling Ireland
In order to encourage female participation in cycling, community-led organisations have been key – providing women with a real voice and advocating for visibility in the sport. It’s needed, too; only one in four cyclists in Ireland are female, and fewer women today are getting…
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Inclusivity on Wheels – The world of Para-cycling
We’ve long held that cycling is for everyone – so accessibility and inclusivity are key. It means opening up a life in the saddle to young and old, male and female, and to those of all abilities – which is why it’s a cause for…
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The Flexitarian Cyclist – Should You Do It?
The flexitarian diet gives a lot of freedom, but does it make sense for an active cyclist? How hard is it to follow? What are the key considerations when you’re an athlete? Let’s take a look and help you decide if you should give this…
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The 10 Different Types of Cyclists Explained
When talking about cyclist types, you most often will hear categorizations like “the roadie”, “the mountain biker”, “the commuter”, and so on. And while these are pretty good to determine what kind of gear, bikes and rides they prefer, these types fail to address something…
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A Spotlight on Cycle Lanes and Routes in Ireland
There’s lots to look forward to in the world of everyday cycling with the Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan recently announcing some €289m in funding to develop and construct further cycle infrastructure across the country. We put the spotlight on urban and rural cycle lanes…
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A Question of Sportive: Your Guide to Summer Cycling Challenges
If your competitive juices are flowing, then the sportive schedule is likely to be catching your eye right now; leaving winter training in your tracks, some spectacular cycling challenges await this summer. From the rugged backdrop of the Donegal coast to the smooth closed circuit…
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5 Irish cyclists to watch out for in 2022
When Nicolas Roche and Dan Martin retired within a week of each other last October, it signalled the end of an era in Irish cycling – but not the end of the road. With the likes of Sam Bennett and Eddie Dunbar already well established…
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Take a look at Ireland’s first ever ‘Learn to Cycle’ track
Last month saw the opening of Ireland’s first ever outdoor ‘Learn to Cycle’ track, a ground-breaking initiative to help young children to learn how to ride a bike in a safe and enjoyable way. Dungarvan’s newest active amenity The completion of the €50,000 development, located…
