Cycling show offers wheelie good RDS fun

IT will be wheelie good fun at the RDS this weekend as the Irish Cycling Show rolls into town.

Fair City actor George McMahon was joined by cycling enthusiasts of all ages at the launch of the show that takes place in the RDS Dublin on April 18 and 19.

The Irish Cycling Show, now in its fourth year, caters for all age groups and levels of cyclist with an array of cycling products and services available as well as attractions and activities for all the family.

There will be vibrant stands, stunt teams, an indoor cycle track and a jam-packed series of seminars at the event.

There will also be an array of national and international exhibitors to add to the excitement at Ireland’s leading consumer cycling event.

Promoters Mara Media are currently finalising preparations for the established showcase cycling event in Ireland with an expanded roster of top exhibitors and show attractions. With exhibitors travelling from around the world to attend the show along with top local based suppliers getting set for another cycling extravaganza, all roads point to the RDS this weekend.

Announcing the dynamic show line up in the RDS, Irish Cycling Show organiser Hugh Bonner described how encouraged he has been by the response from the bike industry and the Irish public to this unique event.

“The move back to the RDS and into the Main Hall puts us in the centre of commercial and social activity in Ireland and gives us the best opportunity to showcase the very best of cycling equipment and entertainment,

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“We’ve been impressed by the response so far to this year’s event and I think it’s another signal of the general upturn in the economy. In the past few years cycling has grown as both a commuter activity and a leisure pursuit. Dublin is fast becoming one of the most bike-friendly cities in Europe.

“Our show not only offers entertainment for visitors of all ages but also great value bikes, accessories and gear, top class advice and exposure to all the latest trends in the industry.

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Among the big brands getting ready to display their product ranges at the show are Trek, Madison, Kona, Moda, Forme, Bobbin, Bottechia handmade Italian bikes and Peugeot E-Bikes with other household names in the bike industry signing on a daily basis.

With triathlon also booming in Ireland at the moment the Irish Cycling Show will feature Triathlon Ireland who will be at the show for the first time. Reflecting the increased interest from the multisports world, well known triathlon suppliers Aropec and Provision will also be exhibiting in Ireland for the first time at the show.

In addition to the thrilling array of the finest in 2015 bikes and accessories, the show is set to feature a range of other attractions to keep the committed and the casual bike fan entertained throughout their visit.

World renowned Savage Skills UK will display their amazing ability and creativity on two-wheels in a number of jaw-dropping displays throughout the two days. Likewise, crowd favourite Keelan Phillips from Style Bicycle will be back to present his extraordinary dexterity in the always exhilarating BMX Flatland show.

For cyclists looking to get more from their own bike riding, a series of talks and seminars from top nutritionists, fitness and well-being experts will help kick start the summer campaign.

For more information visit: www.irishcyclingshow.ie