BIKE FEST 2024 KILKENNY - Saturday 18th May

Saturday 18th May

LEISURE CYCLES 

6 Bridges Cycle

The Parade @11.30am
Embark on an easy 20k social spin suitable for riders of all levels guided by Community Bike Ride Leaders. We’ll journey through the streets of Kilkenny, traversing its six iconic bridges and soaking in the mediaeval city’s sights. The ride starts and finishes at the Parade, where we’ll indulge in some coffee and scones at the local market. Specialized Ireland demo fleet of hybrid city e-bikes available to the first 12 individuals who book their spots. Please remember to bring a photo ID on the day to avail of this.

City Laneways Cycle

The Parade @ 6pm, finishing at Billy Byrnes 
Discover hidden cycle routes in City Laneways, uncovering secret paths amidst the urban bustle. Hear tales of recent cycling adventures, from sunny road trips to the French Alps. Join us at The Parade, ending in Billy Byrnes pub for finger food and talks.

Following the cycle, Stephen Murphy, elite endurance athlete, Nikki Taggart, a life coach and former track cyclist and Larry Cotter, touring cyclist, will share their stories.

Stephen Murphy, an Endurance Cyclist - Ultra Runner - Trail Runner – Ironman, from Co. Kilkenny,

Nikki Taggart, a Chartered Work and Organisational Psychologist, specialises in leadership development, culture change and workplace wellbeing.

Larry Cotter is a passionate secondary school English teacher in Kilkenny and an avid cyclist who has established one of the first school bike hubs in Ireland in St. Kieran’s College.