Among the most popular routes in the country with cyclists, south Co Dublin and Co Wicklow have been given the full cycling treatment in this new book. It's by Irish Times sports writer Ian O'Riordan and is published in Collins Press.
Well known for its excellent cycling and walking guides, Collins Press has just published a new book on cycling in south Co Dublin and Co Wicklow.
The new guide to some of the most popular cycling roads in the country is written by Irish Times sports journalist Ian O'Riordan.
As well as plying his trade in The Irish Times, O'Riordan is a top runner turned cyclist. He had a fairly hefty discussion with Paul Kimmage on TV a few years back, which you can watch here.
At €14.99 it looks like good value. You can buy it by following this link. It's also available in all good book shops.
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We haven't had a chance to read it yet for review, so for now let's hear what the publishers have to say about it.
"From the doorstep of Dublin city, there is easy access to a cycling haven of deep glens, forested mountains and wild scenery, including the Wicklow Mountains," Collins Press said.
"This guidebook journeys through some of the country’s best-known tourist attractions, such as Glendalough, and reveals lesser-known points of interest like the Shay Elliott memorial to the first Irish rider to wear the yellow jersey in the Tour de France.
"The graded routes suit all abilities, and are illustrated with colour maps, photos and gradient graphs, with information on the many natural landmarks and historical sites en route.
"The historic Military Road is central to many of the cycles. Constructed in the aftermath of the 1798 Rebellion, it runs from Rathfarnham in south Dublin to Aughavannagh in south-west Wicklow, with a side arm from Enniskerry to Glencree, and from the Sally Gap to Roundwood.
"Try your hand as a Tour de France competitor, revisiting the 1998 stage, which raced through the heart of the Wicklow Mountains, finishing in the Phoenix Park.
"Surprising insights and useful tips are shared throughout, allowing cyclists to enjoy the wonders and challenges of south Dublin and Wicklow."
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