MENTAL health group, Jigsaw Dublin 15, are promising the warmest of welcomes for cyclists taking part in an epic tour this September.
Ireland’s National Centre for Youth Mental Health are looking for 60 brave cyclists to join them on the Giro D’Jigsaw tour that takes in the rugged coastline of the Wild Atlantic Way in Galway and the gorgeous coast of the Irish Sea along Ireland’s Ancient East.
And on the way they’ll be travelling by a number of Jigsaw services, including in Dublin 15.
“We can’t wait to welcome the cyclists to Blanchardstown,
? said David Kavanagh, from the Jigsaw Dublin 15 team.
“We’ll be there to cheer them on their way, and are looking to encourage anyone locally to sign up for this amazing challenge.
“By taking part in the Giro D’Jigsaw you will help us to raise vital funds and awareness about the support we give to young people in Dublin 15 with their mental health.
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This three day, eight stage, 470km charity cycle tour of Ireland takes place from Friday, September 29 to Sunday, October 1, and Jigsaw is looking for 60 brave cyclists to join in.
The challenge aims to raise over
?¬50,000 to support Jigsaw’s work improving the lives of young people experiencing mental health difficulties.
Speaking at the launch of the event, two time Giro cyclist Gabriel Greally said the tour is a fun experience for a leisure cyclist.Â
“Being able to do a cycle over a number of days, without having to worry about the logistics, means you can enjoy the cycle and all the fun and banter along the way,
? Gabriel added.Â
“It’s a wonderful experience.
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Budding cyclists can register interest in taking part online at jigsaw.ie/giro, or by calling the Jigsaw Fundraising Team on 091-549252. There is a
?¬50 registration fee and participants are asked to raise a minimum of
?¬750 to take part.