With the 2025 road racing season in full flow, the focus now shifts to the Wild Atlantic roads of West Clare for the 8th National Grade event of the year, the iconic Crotty Cup hosted by West Clare Cycling Club. Taking place on Saturday, May 10th, this historic race promises all out racing across three standalone events on one of Ireland’s oldest and most revered routes. Dating back to 1934, the Crotty Cup is a cornerstone of Irish cycling heritage. Set against the scenic yet punishing backdrop of the Clare coastline, the event draws a strong field each year with valuable series points on the line.
Rolling out from Kilrush Community School (V15 KT04), the course delivers a mix of long straights, rolling drags and wind exposed sections, perfect terrain for bold moves and tough racing. You can preview the route HERE.
Race Schedule & Distances
Sign on 10:00 – 11:30am at Kilrush Community School, all races start at 12pm sharp.
Entries for this event are still open HERE.
Next Up
Round 9 of the National Series takes us to Limerick for the PJ O’Riordan Memorial, hosted by Newcastle West Cycling Club, on Sunday May 18th. Always a fiercely contested day on fast, tactical roads.
Entries can be found HERE.
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