Clare 250 Mile Cycle Finished ?

mamax

Today I heard the Clare 250 Mile Cycle will not be taking place next May.
Has anyone heard anything on this or can confirm if it's true or false.

It would be sad to see this great event not taking place anymore

at1withmyself

Never heard of it before but quick google gives:

http://clare250milecycle.com/

Maybe contact them through the site or facebook for more information



Did about 240 km last year as part of the Tour De Burren, can't imagine the torture in doing more but would be interested in this if it goes ahead....

mamax

I heard it from a friend that has done the cycle and wanted to again that numbers had dropped big time over the last few years hence the decision to end it.

if there are any boards members familiar with the cycle and would take part next year register your intrest here http://clare250milecycle.com/?page_id=387

Maybe if the organisers see renewed interest it could be kept going for another 34 years, supporting cancer sufferers and their families really is a great cause.

lismuse

I believe this is an event where several sponsorship cards are issued to the person who signs up and these are then displayed in shops etc. in the cyclists local area in the hope of donations.How many lines have to be filled or how many thousand euro each cyclist is expected to raise.... I'm not sure.
This is not an event like your typical sportive or charity cycle and is held over 2 days. I looked at doing this last year and spoke to the organiser on the phone.

HH14

I have seen a number of comments over the years regarding the Clare 250 and as they are looking for cyclists I thought I’d give it a mention. I have done the cycle a few times, have been lucky enough to nominate someone with cancer to travel to Lourdes with them and had the privilege of going on the trip as a volunteer one year.
I do the cycle because I’ve seen family members face months, even years, with this disease and all that comes with it. I’ve watched them being pushed to their limit mentally and physically and they always found the courage and strength to face another day with hope and even a sense of humour at times. So I figured if they could do all that then I could manage taking on the Clare 250. The two days of the bike with the stay in Lissycasey is child’s play in comparison. And it is enjoyable to boot.
There’s always a nice bunch taking part and every need is catered for. You never feel like you’re doing it on your own, you feel like you’re part of a team and if one bit gets tough there’s always someone to push you on or keep you company. It’s not easy but it is worthwhile from start to finish especially when you see and hear about the effect the trip to Lourdes has on the people that go.
I don’t raise thousands but I do what I can and it all makes a difference. So if you ever thought of taking part make this the year you do. It is a unique and tough weekend but very enjoyable and rewarding. They have a new website and Facebook page so check it out.

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mamax wrote: »

Today I heard the Clare 250 Mile Cycle will not be taking place next May.
Has anyone heard anything on this or can confirm if it's true or false.

It would be sad to see this great event not taking place anymore

Is that over a week..

mamax

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Is that over a week..

It's over 2 days

This thread is from last year but for anyone reading now the event did take place and will again this year