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The An Post Cycle Series has seen
over 10,000 riders take part over
the five events. The series has
something for all including clubs,
friends, families, work colleagues
and serious riders. At each event
as well as the long course there
is a middle distance course and a
short course of around 10km
which would suit any cyclist
including families. These events
are co-ordinated by Local Sports
Partnerships in conjunction with
their city, county and cycling club
partners.
To take part, find a Tour
near you and contact the
local organisers for more
information. For general
information see
www.irishsportscouncil.ie
Gillian Costelloe
Age 31, Dublin
Working in the Irish Sports Council I got
involved in the An Post Cycle Series two
years ago, both cycling and volunteering
in the events. I cycled to work previously
but only really got interested in cycling
through the Cycle Series. My first event
was 60km and I progressed onto the
100km and 160km. I love cycling for fitness
and find it much easier than running which
I always hated. I love the fact that you can
go out on the bike on a Saturday morning
and get 5 or 6 hours of cardio exercise
with little effort. Since I got into cycling I
have met several cycling buddies and
have encouraged some of my own friends
to get into the sport. I don’t have an
interest in racing but love taking part in
“sportives” or leisure events where you
meet people of all ages and cycling
abilities.
I have 2 bikes – a Felt F65 road bike &
Specialized Rockhopper Comp mountain
bike.
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