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9-10 April - Lough Derg Challenge

Killaloe, Co Clare

Introducing MTB Stage Racing into Ireland. Four Stages over two days covering 84km's. There is an option of a shorter challenge on the Sunday completing two stages (setting off behind the main field) covering 30km.

For more information visit: mountainbikechallenge.ie

30-31 July - The King of Three Rock

Three Rock, Co Dublin

DH sprint events on the Saturday and XC endurance rides on the Sunday on the MADMTB and Coillte built trails. Promises to be two great days of cycling.

For more information visit: madmtb.com 

27 August Single Speed World Champs

Ballyhoura Mountain Trails, Co Limerick

Ireland hosts the Single Speed World Champs this year which is MTB with a difference - riders traditionally wear fancy dress for this event. Lots of international racers show up each year and riders from up to 30 countries expected.

For more information visit: sswc2011.ie

3-4 September - Epic Blast

A bunch of MTB nutters throwing themselves down a mountain all at the same time! Combination of XC and DH. The race has been getting good coverage overseas with some magazines naming the event in their top 5 worldwide! Expected to be a large field in 2011.

For more information visit: epicmtb.com 

28-31 October - The Ballyhoura Screamer

Ardpatrick, Co Limerick

A two stage mountain biking event including a 17km nightime trial and a 40km mass start race. You can take part in one or both events.

For more information visit: ballyhouracountry.com