Stephen Roche 'Tour De Cure'

TREK

Cool. What did you sign up for............

cantalach

Can anyone involved with the event give some details of the 160 km route? I'm signed up anyway but just curious...

TREK

These are not yet confirm but this should give you an idea

160KM
Out the N25 to beyond Youghal and left to Clashmore. Keep north on that road and cross the N72 (Cappaquin to Dungarvan road) and keep north until near Ballymacarbry (Dungarvan to Clonmel Rd). Through Ballymacabry to the outskirts of Clonmel. Turn Left and head for Ardfinan, Clogheen and The Vee to Lismore and back Midleton.

100KM

Out the N25 to beyond Youghal left at youghal brigde up Glendine through Knockanore and onto Lismore, Tallow back to Midleton.

The confirm routes should be up on the site soon

JacksonHeightsOwn

TREK wrote: »

Cool. What did you sign up for............

the 100km route, its my first one, so i didnt want to go over my head too much

i do plan on doing a few though, really looking forward to it

last time i went to Cork i got food poisining, so it'll be nice to be back down there

oh the days of sir henrys are long gone

cantalach

TREK wrote: »

160KM
Out the N25 to beyond Youghal and left to Clashmore. Keep north on that road and cross the N72 (Cappaquin to Dungarvan road) and keep north until near Ballymacarbry (Dungarvan to Clonmel Rd). Through Ballymacabry to the outskirts of Clonmel. Turn Left and head for Ardfinan, Clogheen and The Vee to Lismore and back Midleton.

I've mapped out what that would look like. I didn't know the location of the start/finish in Midleton so I just went for a spot in the town centre.

http://www.mapmyride.com/route/ie/midleton/849126571083835358

fran oconnor

im signied up for the 100,am looking forword to it i must say,my first sportif also:)..

TREK

Route maps for 100km & 160km up on TDC face book page.

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=271123992859

joker77

Have signed up for the 100. Will be my first foray into this whole sportif malarkay as well. Looking forward to it, should be good preparation for the WW200, will find out what it's like riding in a bunch.

Bobbins

Hi all,

Can anyone give me any idea how challenging the 100km route is (for a novice who is not the fittest and new to road bikes)? Did the Sean Kelly (100km on a hybrid) last year but haven't really had the opportunity to get out much (at all!!) this year. Any advice would be appreciated!

Bobbins.

showry

Bobbins wrote: »

Hi all,

Can anyone give me any idea how challenging the 100km route is (for a novice who is not the fittest and new to road bikes)? Did the Sean Kelly (100km on a hybrid) last year but haven't really had the opportunity to get out much (at all!!) this year. Any advice would be appreciated!

Bobbins.

It looks a bit easier than the Kelly 100, very flat as far as Youghal, a few slight drags between Clashmore and Cappoquin but nothing like the pull out of Ballymac on the Kelly although there's a bit of a climb between Tallow and Dungourney.

http://www.stephenrochetourdecure.com/routes2010.php

I signed up for the 160 last night, had an email from the organisers saying that there were 690 entries so far with a maximum of 1000.

mike12

Bobbins wrote: »

Hi all,

Can anyone give me any idea how challenging the 100km route is (for a novice who is not the fittest and new to road bikes)? Did the Sean Kelly (100km on a hybrid) last year but haven't really had the opportunity to get out much (at all!!) this year. Any advice would be appreciated!

Bobbins.

Hi
How did u find doing it on a hybrid were you able to keep up to a bunch or did u have to go it alone have bought a hybrid and want to a sportif but am afraid i will not be able to keep up hate to have to cycle it on my own averaging around the 24 km per hour but am only doing about 40km now.
Mike

Bobbins

showry wrote: »

It looks a bit easier than the Kelly 100, very flat as far as Youghal, a few slight drags between Clashmore and Cappoquin but nothing like the pull out of Ballymac on the Kelly although there's a bit of a climb between Tallow and Dungourney.

http://www.stephenrochetourdecure.com/routes2010.php

I signed up for the 160 last night, had an email from the organisers saying that there were 690 entries so far with a maximum of 1000.

Thanks for the reply! Was beginning to panic as saw on the site info that there is a grade 1 climb...no idea what that is...so was imagining the worst! If it's not as bad as the Kelly, then I stand some chance. Thanks again and good luck with the 160...maybe next year for me...:eek:

Bobbins

mike12 wrote: »

Hi
How did u find doing it on a hybrid were you able to keep up to a bunch or did u have to go it alone have bought a hybrid and want to a sportif but am afraid i will not be able to keep up hate to have to cycle it on my own averaging around the 24 km per hour but am only doing about 40km now.
Mike

TBH I found the Kelly tough but manageable but I had done a bit of cycling during the year so had more miles under the belt (or pedals!) at that time last year. There was a few people on hybrids...my OH included. You'd always find someone to cycle with and I would think 24hm/hr is fairly respectable. The conditions were brutal and we definitely didn't win any land speed records but it was an achievement and the first time we had done anything like it..I'm only cycling since last year. I'd say go for...if I can do it anyone can Good luck!

thebouldwhacker

So are many planning to do this? Closing date is coming up soon......

jwshooter

thebouldwhacker wrote: »

So are many planning to do this? Closing date is coming up soon......

the 27-4 . think il do it .will do the 3 peaks sunday .i would not mind a weekend away , but the girlfriend might

billyhead

Folks,

Did anyone do last years one. Is it worth the long trek from Dublin. I was thinking of signing up.

damoz

I am going to register for this.

Does anyone know if there is a Size Chart for the Jerseys. Spin 11 is the manufacturer if that helps. Ill plug for a large if i cant get data, on the assumption they are small fitting.

blorg

My club kit is Spin 11 and it is "race fit." Slightly tighter than other jerseys but appropriate for racing which is what I do in it. I take the same size in it as all my other jerseys. If you wanted loose maybe go 1 size up.

Nothing like the Sean Kelly small, now they were small.

vektarman

thebouldwhacker wrote: »

So are many planning to do this? Closing date is coming up soon......

I'm signed up and rarin' to go

imola94

Lads, anyone know when they send out the jerseys? Or do you collect them on the day? Got the sponsorship cards alright but was expecting the jersey any day.

JacksonHeightsOwn

ive had to pull out

ive to install new flooring into the trinity college cafe during that weekend, and quite frankly, work is so slow i cant refuse the money :(

Signal_ rabbit

thebouldwhacker wrote: »

So are many planning to do this? Closing date is coming up soon......

Signed up. means I'll have to get up early that morning!!!!

billyhead

chrisbonnie wrote: »

ive had to pull out

ive to install new flooring into the trinity college cafe during that weekend, and quite frankly, work is so slow i cant refuse the money :(

Hi Chris,

I would be interested in doing it. Would you liek to donate the reg number

thebouldwhacker

imola94 wrote: »

was expecting the jersey any day.

I reckon the jersey will be put out on the day tbh, it would cost a fortune on postage.

@signal: sure an early morning in May is something to look forward to! That given you might wake me when your leaving west so I can roll over for a second sleep:P

JacksonHeightsOwn

billyhead wrote: »

Hi Chris,

I would be interested in doing it. Would you liek to donate the reg number

ive not got a number, but you're more than welcome to use my name if you want

lescol

Just signed up for the 160, hope to have a good day on the bike.

jwshooter

done the same .

murf85

Have ye all received yer race number for the Tour De Cure?

Signed up nearly two weeks ago for the 160km and still havnt received anything...starting to worry a bit!

joker77

No have received nothing yet, nothing to panic about either I'd say

papac

Just to let people know that the road surface on the descent off The Vee into Lismore is grim.
I do it regularly enough on my training bike on softish 28mm tyres and its tolerable. My friend was with me yesterday on a stiff bike with hard 23mms and he didn't enjoy it one little bit.Had to stop in Lismore to get some feeling back in his hands.:D

2 Wheels Good

Doing the 100, only have the sponsorship card so far. Wouldn't worry too much.

damoz

I see there will be entry into a draw for the Unovelo bike which Stephen will be riding on the day for anyone who collects 150 euro plus for charity. A good incentive there.

Is it an image of beauty or not though? I like it and will be getting the 150 together pronto.


Also, if anyone knows - where does it start from? Are there shower facilities after it? Thanks

Cape Clear

damoz wrote: »

I see there will be entry into a draw for the Unovelo bike which Stephen will be riding on the day for anyone who collects 150 euro plus for charity. A good incentive there.

Is it an image of beauty or not though? I like it and will be getting the 150 together pronto.


Also, if anyone knows - where does it start from? Are there shower facilities after it? Thanks

Registration is in Midelton GAA club

imola94

Cape Clear wrote: »

Registration is in Midelton GAA club

Does anyone know what time registration is on the morning or indeed what time does it all start at?

damoz

imola94 wrote: »

Does anyone know what time registration is on the morning or indeed what time does it all start at?

Registration is 8am for the 100 and 160 km - start at 8:30 am

(50 is @ 10:30, 15 @ 12:30)

Jumpy

Damn it, havent signed up yet. Is there registration on the day?

imola94

damoz wrote: »

Registration is 8am for the 100 and 160 km - start at 8:30 am

(50 is @ 10:30, 15 @ 12:30)

Good man thanks

vektarman

Jumpy wrote: »

Damn it, havent signed up yet. Is there registration on the day?

There's registration on the day, the cost is €50 and a limited number of jerseys available on the day.

jwshooter

the last time i was in cork ,is a story for another forum , any land marks near the gaa grounds .

longitude and latitude of it would be better for the garmin

Gunth

If you have already registered online is it okay to arrive at 8am for the safety briefing? I am assuming that the 7am registration is for those who have not signed up online.

DirkVoodoo

I really wanted to do this. A friend who lives down in Cork is doing it but he is cycling around with work mates and I don't think I made the cut.

Have fun everyone who is taking part!

Jumpy

DirkVoodoo wrote: »

I really wanted to do this. A friend who lives down in Cork is doing it but he is cycling around with work mates and I don't think I made the cut.

Have fun everyone who is taking part!

You can cycle with us if you want. We are only doing the 100 and may not be up to the standards of grinny Italia man though.

DirkVoodoo

Jumpy wrote: »

You can cycle with us if you want. We are only doing the 100 and may not be up to the standards of grinny Italia man though.

Ha! I would like to but it's more the cost of staying over.I was hoping to stay with my friend but there is always next year. I would drive down and back on the morning of it if Cork weren't so far. How long is Cork to Dublin now with the motorway? It may be possible....

Jumpy

3 hours 5 mins according to AA

DirkVoodoo

That's not bad. I'll have to sleep on it though.

jwshooter

you will do it fairly quick at that hour of a sat morning

2 Wheels Good

2ish hours from red cow to dunkettle roundabout (without breaking limits ) and about 20 mins or less to Midleton. Give it 2 1/2 from red cow to Midleton.

Muckers

Anyone on here who is doing the 100 or the 160 on Saturday,and is cycling on their own,but would like some company,then feel free to join Sportive Waterford CC en route. We have 5 or 6 riders in both distances and will be easily recognisable in our blue and white gear. We will hopefully cover the 160 at about 27 or 28 kph average.

showry

Does anyone know anything about the crit on Sunday?

Signal_ rabbit

damoz wrote: »

Registration is 8am for the 100 and 160 km - start at 8:30 am

(50 is @ 10:30, 15 @ 12:30)

I thought registration was 7am to 8am and the briefing is at 8 am. That means I get an extra hour in bed.