Ards Cycling Club

Riders enjoyed a great day’s cycling at the Ards CC promoted Tour of Strangford Sportive today. One hundred and fifty riders signed up, split evenly between the 50 and 80 miles routes. The early rain quickly cleared, leaving a dry and sunny day with a pleasant westerly breeze. Thanks to all those who helped to organise the event, including the… Read more »

This year’s Strangford Sportive takes place on Sunday 16th September, with a choice of 50 and 80 mile routes around the Ards Peninsula and Strangford Lough. This is one of the longest running sportive events in Ireland, and is always a popular event, on quiet, scenic roads. So sign up now to reserve your place. And to whet your appetite,… Read more »

Young Andrew Chivers broke the mythical 4 minute barrier in the Bradshaw’s Brae hill climb this evening to take a well deserve win. His time was 1 second faster than Ricky Topping’s winning ride 2 years ago, but 4 seconds slower than Mark Kane’s ride in 2015. Second was regular Adam Skeet (Northern) on 4:02, with Nathan Keown (North Down)… Read more »