Apr 16European Cycle Route of the year
The Royal Canal Greenway - 2022 European Cycle route of the year
As a cyclist, you can reduce your risk of death or injury by following some simple advice.
Never cycle in the dark without adequate lighting – white for front, red for rear
Always wear luminous clothing such as hi-vis vests, fluorscent armbands and reflective belts so that other road users can see you
Wear a helmet
Make sure you keep to the left. Always look behind and give the proper signal before moving off, changing lanes or making a turn
Follow the rules of the road, never run traffic lights or weave unpredictably in and out of traffic
Maintain your bike properly – in particular, your brakes should work properly and your tyres should be inflated to the right pressure and be in good condition
Respect other road users – don’t get into shouting matches with motorists; stop at pedestrian crossings; don’t cycle on the footpath
Watch your speed, especially when cycling on busy streets and going downhill
Steer well clear of left-turning trucks: let them turn before you move ahead
**Cycling for children
Using a bike for the first time and learning to ride has been a rite of passage for generations of Irish children. Cycling is fun and sociable and, like swimming, a life-skill that stands to children in later years.
Yet, like many activities, cycling carries an element of risk. Parents play an important role in minimising the risk by giving them proper guidance and instruction at an early age to ensure that basic safety rules are absorbed while young.
Do’s and don’ts of safe cycling for children
Do ensure they:
Cycle a bike matched to their height and experience
Wear a safety helmet
Use lights in dark or dusky conditions
Don’t allow them to:
Cycle on public roads unsupervised (if under 12)
Wear loosely-worn scarves or other clothing that could get caught in the wheels or chain-set
Take unnecessary risks
Please use the cycle tours Ireland enquiry form for further information.
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Mar 07EBike Hire on The Royal Canal
Midlands Cycle Hub now renting and selling EBikes on the Royal Canal.
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Dec 04Christmas gift vouchers now available
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Aug 22Independent Newspaper includes Midlands Cycle Hub / Discover Ireland
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Aug 15The Famine Way | Bike Hire
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Jun 20Irish Times Article on Famine Way and Midlands Cycle hub
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Jun 05Midlands Cycle Hub included in Independent Newspapers 20 best things to to this weekend.
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May 27Knights on Bikes
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May 22Clondra Included in Irish Times 32 county cycle trails
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Apr 11Outdoor Activities Re-Opening
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Jan 22A Cycle Tour in Ireland for all the family.
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Jan 17Irelands Hidden Heartlands
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Jan 12Midlands Historical Cycle Tour
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