CYCLING Ras na mBan 2009 - Prepare for Ireland's premier international women's road race!

06 Aug 2009
  • Where: Sneem, Co. Kerry
  • When: 11 - 13 September 2009, 4 stages
  • Info: www.womenscycling.ie
  • Accommodation: Sneem Hotel offer a very generous rate for all those taking part in the race: €155 for 3 nights B&B inlcuding 2 dinners.

 

This year the event will be a 'Festival of Women's Cycling' for all women cyclists from senior's down to the very young. The races will take place in the beautiful Ring of Kerry on Friday 11th, Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September 2009. The race headquarters will be in Sneem Hotel.


Get your entry forms in, already Riders from Germany, Holland and the UK have confirmed their 2009 participation. The combination of county riders and overseas competitors ensures great racing, with the Irish riders raising their game, in a bid to score highly in the top county rider ranking.


We have mapped out the routes online for you, click on below links to have a look:


We would like to encourage Clubs throughout Ireland to enter riders in teams as they are guaranteed to enjoy the weekend, regardless of their level.


Accommodation

Sneem Hotel offer a very generous rate for all those taking part in the race: €155 for 3 nights B&B including 2 dinners. You couldn't live cheaper at home! You will live in apartments w/ plenty of room for your gear, etc. To book your room, contact valerieconsidine@gmail.com

 

Youth Activities:

There will also be girls' youth races, following last year's success, this year we are planning some short fun events in the village green for the younger kids. We will cater for all riders from the very young to the under 16s. As is our tradition, we are holding a party on Sunday night to celebrate a smooth running of Ras na mBan 2009 ... details to follow.

 

For further information contact: