Apr 16European Cycle Route of the year
The Royal Canal Greenway - 2022 European Cycle route of the year
Am I fit enough? Will I be able to complete the tours?
Cycling Tours Ireland was set up with this question in mind. We have three levels that we feel can offer everyone a great holiday without taking away the enjoyment. Experienced, Leisure or Family Cycles.
On all our tours we will note the gradient levels and distances. If you are cycling two to three times a week and can cycle 80 kilometers a day or more without feeling the effects, we would definitely recommend our experienced tours. There is also the option of using electric bikes but please note sitting on a bike for long hours can be a struggle even without peddaling.
We would recommend doing some form of training before doing any of our cycles. Getting out for twenty minutes a day will help you to build a fitness base to progress to the next level. The rule of thumb is to increase your training by 10% per week. You can also build endurance with some basic gym work. Its advisable to start training two months before your tour. If you are able to cycle 25 to 40 kilometers a day, we would recommend our leisure tours. We can also recommend tours that may be suited to your individual fitness levels. Please contact us for more information.
We also recommend proper clothing to make your cycle more comfortable. You dont need to have the latest lycra suit but just some basic padded shorts and cloths that will make you cool and dry. It is always a good idea to carry a rain jacket as the Irish weather can be changable.
Lastly we recommend you read our previous blogg on the importance of diet - see below.
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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
Order a gift voucher with Midlands Cycle Hub
Nov 22Midlands Cycle Hub - What we offer
Midlands Cycle Hub - What to expect
Aug 22Independent Newspaper includes Midlands Cycle Hub / Discover Ireland
Midlands Cycle Hub is now part of the Discover Ireland brand as per recent advertisement in Independent newspapers.
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Aug 15The Famine Way | Bike Hire
Midlands Cycle Hub continue to promote The National Famine way all year round.
Jun 20Irish Times Article on Famine Way and Midlands Cycle hub
Irish Times Article Discussing Midlands Cycle Hubs new drop off points
Jun 05Midlands Cycle Hub included in Independent Newspapers 20 best things to to this weekend.
The Great Outdoors are calling as the country opens up after lockdown, writes Pol O Conghaile - Irish Independent
May 27Knights on Bikes
Morning outing with Deirdre and Bartle from Knights and Conquests Granard.
May 22Clondra Included in Irish Times 32 county cycle trails
Midlands Cycle Hub - Bike Hire / 32 great Cycling routes in Ireland - One in every county
Apr 11Outdoor Activities Re-Opening
Outdoor Activities to re-open 26-April - Midands Cycle Hub - Bike Hire to Open May 26th
Apr 04Midlands Cycle Hub - Bike hire, Launching May 26th , Book now
NEW! Bike Hire Service - Midlands Cycle Hub Clondra, Co Longford - launching May 26th for Traffic free Cycling on the Royal Canal - Now taking bookings
Oct 12Ireland's Top 10 visitor attractions for 2020
Ireland's Top 10 visitor attractions for 2020 - by Independent Reader Travel Awards 2020
Sep 29The National Famine Way Cycle tour
Cycle the National Famine Way
Mar 12Wild Atlantic Way No 20 on BIG7 Travel Top 50 Bucket list
The Wild Atlantic Way No 20 on BIG7 Travel Top 50 Bucket list
Mar 04Visit the Iconic Kylemore Abbey with Cycle Tours Ireland
As part of our Lake & Wild Atlantic Way Cycle Tour, We recommend a stop off at the Iconic Kylemore Abbey.
Feb 26Explore Ireland's best beaches with Cycle Tours Ireland
Want to Explore Ireland's Best Beaches?
Feb 19Explore Irish Greenways with Cycle Tours Ireland
Want to Cycle on Traffic free Roads? Please Contact Cycle tours Ireland for further information.
Feb 12Cycle from Maynooth to Clondra, Co Longford on the traffic free Royal canal
The Royal Canal - A little History and Cycling tours.
Jan 29Cycle Tours Ireland - Doolin Cycle Routes
Doolin, County Clare in ‘Top Ten Most Welcoming Places on Earth’
Jan 22A Cycle Tour in Ireland for all the family.
Want the Perfect Family Cycling Holiday in Ireland?
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Jan 17Irelands Hidden Heartlands
Cycle Tours Ireland are members of Ireland's Hidden Heartland's
Jan 12Midlands Historical Cycle Tour
Cycle Tours Ireland - New Cycle Tour through the Heart of Longford and Roscommon
Jan 02Trace your Irish Ancestors with Cycle Tours Ireland
Want to Explore your Ancestral homelands by Bicycle?