The Sarah Fagan Women's Lap of Louth returns for sixth year

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Sarah Fagan Women’s Lap of Louth will take place on Sunday 16th August

Cuchulainn Cycling Club have now finalised plans for this year’s Sarah Fagan Women’s Lap of Louth, which will take place on Sunday 16th August 2026.

Now in its 6th Year, this annual “ladies only” cycle attracts female cyclists from several counties.

Formerly known as ‘The Women’s Lap of Louth’, in 2023 the sportive was renamed the ‘Sarah Fagan Women’s Lap of Louth’ in memory of Sarah and the tremendous impact she had on women in sport.

In 2023, Cuchulainn CC was greatly saddened to lose one of its stalwart members, Sarah Fagan.

An esteemed member of both Cuchulainn CC and Setanta Triathlon Club, Sarah was forever on hand to encourage others, especially women and girls, to join in the sports she loved.

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

Our aim is to run an enjoyable and fun event for female cyclists of all abilities. We particularly want to encourage those who are new to the sport to enter.

Cuchulainn CC and the SFWLOL is committed to inclusivity and is also proud to support and encourage our chosen 2026 charity partner, Women’s Aid Dundalk. Women’s Aid Dundalk provides a vital service to those affected by domestic violence.

Along with providing refuge to women and their children, Women's Aid offers hope, understanding and a clear pathway out of crisis for women and families at their most vulnerable.

The cycle offers two routes, 50km and 90 km, 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 organisers, who have created a great fun day for “women on wheels”. The routes will be safe and fully marshalled with plenty of refreshment stops.

There will be mechanical support available on the roads also, thanks to the lads from The Bike Station Dundalk.

At the finish, at DKIT, there will be changing facilities, food, music and craic galore as well as a free raffle for all participants offering some great prizes from bike helmets to boutique vouchers and afternoon tea.

Not forgetting the opportunity for two lucky ladies to get fully kitted out to the value of €500 each courtesy of Velo Revolution! To be in with the chance of winning this top prize, all you need to do is register for the cycle by August 9th.

Whether you are an experienced cyclist or looking to challenge yourself in a friendly and supportive environment, the all-important date to mark in your diary is Sunday 16th August 2026, when the Sarah Fagan Women’s Lap of Louth pedals off from DKIT Sports Centre at 10.00am.

Registration is now open online on Eventmaster. The registration fee is €20 online and €25 on the day.

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Sincere thanks to all our sponsors and the many local businesses who have donated raffle prizes to us –Louth Local Sports Partnership, Cycling Ireland, German Salami Company, Velo Revolution, Fyffes, Dole, The Bike Station, Woodies DIY, Ronaghan’s Pharmacy, Ozone Boutique, Greenore Co-Op, Ghan House, Ballymascanlon Hotel and Golf Resort, Kieran’s Family Butchers, The Hair Shop, The Gateway Hotel and the German Salami Company.

Their generosity helps us create a fantastic day out for our cyclists.