Sarah Fagan Women's Lap of Louth takes place this weekend

The female members of Dundalk Cuchulainn Cycling Club's  Women’s Lap of Louth which will take place this Sunday 18^th August 2024.

Now in its fourth year, this annual “female only” cycle, is a renowned all Ireland wide cycling event attracts girls and women cyclists from all 32 counties.

Last Year the Cuchulainn Club was greatly saddened to lose one of its stalwart members Sarah Fagan who tragically drowned whilst participating in the Alpe d’ Huez Triathlon in France.

“Sarah was an esteemed member of the Cuchulainn club for many years, always a keen athlete eager to take on a challenge but especially remembered as someone who was forever on hand to encourage others, especially women and girls to join in the sports she loved” , a Sarah Fagan Women's Lap of Louth spokesperson said.

Last Year the Women's Lap of Louth was renamed the Sarah Fagan Womens Lap of Louth in memory of Sarah and the tremendous impact she had on women in sport.

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As in previous years, the Women's Lap of Louth will link into Sport Ireland’s “HER Outdoors Week” initiative which is designed to attract more women into sport and to encourage women to enjoy the social and health benefits sporting activities provide.

Cuchullainn CC and the Women's Lap of Louth said they are committed to inclusivity and is also proud to support and encourage our chosen charity partner, Louth Disability Cycling Club.

The cycle offers two routes, 50Km and 90km both of which sweep their way across the rolling green hills of Louth, the picturesque villages dotted throughout the county and the beautiful coastal road with spectacular views across to the Mourne Mountains.

No detail has been spared by the organizers who have created a great fun day for 'women on wheels'.

The routes will be safe and fully marshalled with plenty of snacks, water and loo stops.

All participants will receive a goody bag and at the finish at DkIT.

There will also be food, music and craic galore as well as a free raffle for all participants offering some great prizes.

Changing facilities and hot showers will also be available for those wishing to avail.

The all-important date to mark in your diary is Sunday 18^th August 2024, when the Sarah Fagan Women’s Lap of Louth pedals off from DkIT Sports Centre at 10.00am.

Registration is now open online and participants may register on the day between 08.30-09.30 with roll out from the Start Line at 10.00am.

Registration Fee is €20 online and €25 on the day.

Further Information from:

Register Online: https://eventmaster.ie/event/Do42umAcJr

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenslapoflouth/

E mail: women@dundalkcycling.com

The Sarah Fagan Women's Lap of Louth committee gave sincere thanks to their sponsors DkIT Sport; Fyffes; Dole; The Cycle Centre; Kelleher Insurances; German Salami Company; The Bike Station; Galibier; EK Fuels Ltd; Velo Revolution; Louth Local Sports Partnership; Grenade: Ronaghans Pharmacy; Byrnes Late Night Pharmacy and The Hair Shop.