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A Complete Guide to Cycling in Ireland this Spring!
Looking for some inspiration for your next Irish cycling adventure this spring? With so much to consider when planning a cycling escape, from choosing the perfect destination to the necessary preparation to tackle any terrain, we’re here to help. Keep reading to discover how you…
All you need to know about this year’s ŠKODA Celtic Cycle Series
Cycling enthusiasts, get ready to saddle up for the 2023 edition of the ŠKODA Celtic Series! A popular two-event series made up of the Tour de Conamara and the Ring of Clare, both routes offer breathtaking scenery to excite any cyclist, along with a celebratory…
How To Improve Your Cycling A-game This Year!
With the arrival of the January fitness frenzy, many of us are looking to adopt positive practices this year. Cycling is a great way to increase your overall activity levels, helping you to maintain a healthy weight and improve your physical and mental health in…
The 5 Irish Riders to Watch in 2023!
At We Love Cycling, we always like to be in the know about upcoming Irish talent who are tipped to take the cycling world by storm.With the new year in mind, we’ve selected some of the names who are expected to fly the flag, so…
5 Tips to Reduce Saddle Pain While Cycling Indoors
Anyone who just got into cycling knows that it can hurt quite a bit to sit on a hard saddle for hours. But indoor cycling can present some challenges even for seasoned cyclists. Let’s look at a few strategies to help you avoid a sore…
Training Burnout – How to Spot It
Should you force yourself out of the door even if you really don’t feel like going for a ride? Or should you acknowledge the feeling and take a day off of training? It can be hard to differentiate fatigue from overtraining and burnout. Let’s go…
Co. Wicklow – A cycling guide to Ireland’s Garden County
Whether it’s cyclists escaping the hustle and bustle of the nearby capital city, visitors hunting some stunning scenery, or locals enjoying the delights on their doorstep, Wicklow has long been regarded as one of Ireland’s finest cycling spots. Aptly nicknamed the Garden County, its rolling…
A brief history of cycling in six stops
While the exact time frame depends on who you ask – or, more importantly, what you consider a bike – it’s broadly agreed that the bicycle has been around for just about 200 years; quite the innings, we’re sure you’ll agree! Mind, ‘twas far from…
Fueling that Cold Winter Ride
As you would expect, cycling in winter requires different fuel for your body than when the weather is more temperate. For starters, you need more calories and less fluid, because you’ll be perspiring less, and therefore losing less water, and you’ll be working harder, because…
E-Bike Your Way to Fitness
I think most people would agree that electric bicycles have some important advantages over road bikes. For example, they enable you to climb hills you may not be strong enough to ascend on pedal power alone. E-bikes also enable you to keep up with cyclists…
Discover Ulster’s incredible cycling scene
Ulster is a great destination for cycling enthusiasts looking both for staycation and day trip inspiration. With incredible scenery and diverse terrain guaranteed to excite any cyclist, there is something for everyone waiting to be discovered in this beautiful part of the island. Read on to…
Ireland looks set to bid to host the Tour de France!
It has recently been announced that the island of Ireland is likely to bid to host future opening stages of the Tour de France. An agreement to present a joint North-South bid follows a series of talks between Irish Minister Catherine Martin and Gordon Lyons, Minister in the…
