Sligo Sport and Recreation Partnership is delighted to announce the hosting of
the An Post Tour of Sligo on Sunday 10th May 2009. This is a
wonderful opportunity to encourage increased leisure cycling while also
promoting Sligo as a cycling destination for visitors. This cycling event is all
about:
Participation, Fun
and Sporting Challenge
Background……
The An Post Tour of Sligo came about following the
selection of Sligo Sport and Recreation Partnership to be part of a series of
five national community cycling events. Support from An Post as main sponsor and
the Irish Sports Council at national level has been critical to ensuring the
hosting of the event. It is modelled on the very successful Sean Kelly Tour of
Waterford and similar events will also take place throughout the summer in Clare,
Meath, Cork and Waterford. The event has great potential to promote and
develop cycling in County Sligo and the North West region, while also marketing
Sligo as a cycling destination. It has been made possible through the positive
co-operation between local agencies including Sligo Sport and Recreation
Partnership, Sligo County Council, Sligo VEC, Sligo Borough Council and Failte
Ireland.
The commitment of local cycling clubs, Innisfree Wheelers
and Eire Og Cycling Club has been outstanding while local support through
sponsorship from Super Valu and Connacht Gold will add to the quality of the
event. The collective effort of all involved will greatly enhance the planning
and delivery of what promises to be an exciting and memorable sporting occasion
for Sligo in 2009.
The event will involve 3 different routes and will
hopefully accommodate a wide range of cycling interests, including the leisure
cyclist, family cycling and of course seasoned/ experienced cyclists.
The Hazelwood Family Spin 10 km
Description: The Hazelwood Family Spin, at 10 km, is a gentle event
for those new to cycling and is particularly suitable for family
participation... more
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The Lough Gill Circuit - 60 km
Description: The Lough Gill Circuit, at 60 km, is a relatively flat
route that is suitable for those who have a good level of fitness and will be
enjoyed by leisure cyclists as well as more experienced touring cyclists.. more
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The Ox Mountain Challenge- 160km
Description: The Ox Mountain Challenge is a tough and challenging
cycle and not for the fainthearted. Almost 160 km (100 miles) in distance, it
includes a number of challenging climbs and is suitable only for very
experienced and very fit full-time cyclists.... more
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How to Enter…….
By Post
Entry can either be by post on our specially designed An
Post Tour of Sligo Entry Form. Download here .....TOUR
OF SLIGO ENTRY ENTRY FORM. This should be completed and returned with
relevant fee to: An Post Tour of Sligo Committee, Sligo Sport and
Recreation Partnership, VEC Offices, Riverside, Sligo by
THURSDAY 30TH APRIL 2009.
Or On-line
You can also enter on line by clicking on the
following link: http://www.activeeurope.com/Events/EventDetails.cfm?E=74890&Lang=EN&CountryLanguage=EN_UK
Closing date is THURSDAY
30TH APRIL 2009.
Have a Go – get on your bike, for the An
Post Tour of Sligo!
The event will be held on Sunday 10th May 2009 it’s a
chance to be active while also enjoying the spectacular scenery on offer in
Sligo. A warm welcome to County Sligo for all cyclists will a big part of the
whole occasion and hopefully all participants will leave with pleasant memories
of their Sligo cycling tour.
For more information please see our
website www.sligosportandrecreation.ie
