The Magic Shine Eagle F3 3,000 is one of the leading lights on the market. This light will emit 3,000 lumens making it one of the most powerful lights available. Apart from the powerful light, users can choose the beam pattern they require. They can decide to use the top two LEDs. This will result in the user having a great spot beam which throws way into the distance. If they decide to switch to the bottom LEDs, they now have a width of beam right in front of them on the trail, just where they need it. Both options can…
Common misconceptions have led many to think that electric bikes are somewhat downgraded versions of motorcycles. In a growing industry that is revolutionizing the sport of cycling, this is simply not the case. Now anyone who wishes to explore the great outdoors on two wheels, regardless of skill level or expertise, can take part in an exhilarating experience that goes beyond traditional mountain biking Despite the name, electric mountain bikes are much more versatile than one might think. Already a widespread phenomenon through Europe, the craze of ‘battery-powered trail machines’ is also catching on in the U.S. Not only are…
Cycle SuperStore has been designated a Tacx Neo Test Centre allowing customers the opportunity to sample the Tacx trainer range, the best indoor riding experience. Currently our Tacx training system uses the Tacx Neo Smart Trainer. Tacx believe that the Neo Smart is the most silent, accurate and realistic trainer to date. The Neo smart trainer is a direct drive trainer, which means it does not contain any physical transmission like a roller or belt. The Tacx Smart trainers allow people to train smart, with goal specific workouts and professional training plans. All the Tacx Smart trainers are widely compatible and…
Over the weekend, Cycle SuperStore held it’s second ‘Assos Experience Night’. Philipp Schwedthelm from Assos was on hand to give a brief presentation on the history of Assos before talking about their latest offerings and their 2017 winter range. Visitors on the night received a goody bag and availed of a selection of delicious food from our friends in the Framework Cafe. Visitors were also entered into a draw to win some ASSOS clothing. The two lucky winners, were Rodney Phlean and Arita Nelke. As well as holding an Experience Night, an Assos Ride Out was organised for the Saturday.…
After the success of February’s ‘Assos Experience Night’, Cycle SuperStore is delight to announce that there will be another Assos Experience Night taking place on the 22nd September. This will be followed by an Assos Ride Out on the 23rd September. Philipp Schwedthelm of Assos, will be on hand to talk us through their latest offerings, the 2017 winter collection and the exciting new range of women’s products for the winter. Attendees on the night can avail of discounts on Assos Products and will also be in with a chance of winning a €200 Assos Voucher (two will be given…
After the success of the July’s Ride Out, Cycle SuperStore is proud to announce the ride out route for September’s event. September’s Route is a brand new route that has not been used before and will include sections from previous events. The Route for September’s ride out will be approximately 70kms and will also include a food stop. The route will take competitors, out towards and through Blessington town. Once through Blessington town, participants will turn left and make their way towards Valleymount and around Blessington Lakes. At the 40km, the route will turn right and participants will tackle the…
Are you in the market for a bike, but don’t want to purchase a brand new one. Cycle SuperStore has a large collection of used bikes which will appeal to all standards of cyclists. All used bikes receive a full service and go through rigorous safety checks before being made available for sale. A full list of used bikes can be located HERE Cycle SuperStore also accept bike trade ins, which can be put against the cost of all goods in the store. For more information about Trade Ins, please click HERE
Whether you had watched the Tour de France or you are just looking for an exciting way of exercise, cycling is scientifically proven to make you happier and healthier. Blood flow to the brain can rise 28%-70% during cycling According to the Journal of Cerebal Blood Flow and Metabolism (JCBFM), the blood to your brain can rise anywhere from 28%-70%. This is important because scientists are finding that regular aerobic excercise reduces the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimers. The findings by JCBFM allows us to develop a better understanding of the connection between exercise and a healthy brain. The…
Located upstairs in Cycle SuperStore is an Alladdin’s cave of clearance bikes. This department is jammed full of bikes which are heavily reduced. These bikes are last year’s models at bargain prices. This department contains an array of bikes, that will suit all disciplines. Bikes in the Clearance department include the following; Cannondale Synapse Ultergra Disc-56cm Frame. Was €3,499 Now €2,975 Save €524 Lapierre Cyclocross-50cm Frame. Was €1,649 Now €1,400 Save €249 Cannondale Trail 3-38cm Frame. Was €1,145 Now €950 Save €195 Marcello Pista Track Bike- 54cm Frame. Was €1,400 Now €980 Save €420 Lapierre Spicy 527- 39cm Frame. Was €4,549 Now €3,639 Save €910 Cannondale Scalpel 291- 44.5 cm Frame Was €6,500 Now €4,550 Save €1,990 Lapierre Shaper 700- 52cm Frame Was €1,549 Now €1,239 Save €315 Cannondale Jekyll 4- 45…
As part of the Assos Experience weekend, Cycle SuperStore will hold a ride out on the 23rd of September. The proposed route will be approximately 75km long and will take participants out towards Manor Kilbride and then onto Sally Gap. Just before Kippure, the route will turn back towards Blessington Lakes and then around the Lakes. Entry for this event is only €5 plus a processing fee. To enter, please click HERE A food stop and mechanical cover will be provided on the day. Cycle SuperStore staff members will be on hand to help guide participants around the route. For…
Cycle SuperStore are proud to announce that they will be holding an Assos Experience Weekend on the 22nd and 23rd of September. On the 22nd of September, Cycle SuperStore will welcome Andrea Berlusconi from the Assos Lugano store. Andrea will go through the Autumn/Winter collection as well as exciting new projects that are on the horizon. When Assos last held an ‘Experience Night’ in February, attendees on the night were treated to a talk from the daughter of the founder of Assos Desiree Bergman-Maier and Andrea also spoke about upcoming products. On the 23rd of September, there will be an…
Over 120 people entered the Tour de France competition with the aim of winning a €100 Cycle SuperStore voucher. To be in with a chance of winning the voucher, participants were asked to predict the winning margin between first and second place overall in this year’s Tour de France. This year’s event was won by Christopher Froome. He had a winning margin of 54 seconds over second place Rigoberto Uran. No one predict the correct time of 54 seconds, but amazingly Anna Rachmeciaj was only one second off when she predicted a time of 53 seconds. In second place was…
Sunny weather greeted the 40 participants who took part in last Saturday’s Ride Out. The 70km route took participants along the N81, before turning towards Manor Kilbride and towards Sally Gap. In the stunning surroundings of Lough Tay, participants stopped for a well earned break. Once everyone had refueled and were ready to go, they made there way past Djouce woods, and headed into Enniskerry. Once there, they headed back to Dublin, via Kilternan and Stepaside and back to the shop. Congratulations to Ernestas Misevicius, who won a ASSOS/BMC Irish National Champions jersey. A selection of photos from Saturday’s ride out…
Cycle SuperStores resident Retul certified bike fitter, Shane Foley gives us his thoughts on saddles and problems cyclist can encounter. Sometimes cyclists are convinced that their saddle is fine as they find it “comfortable”. What people must realise about saddles is that as humans we will sit whichever way we have to in order to feel comfortable. A common failure I’ve come across is the rider who sits very poorly to accommodate the saddle. When shown and asked to sit with some kind of healthy correct posture the “comfortable” saddle will all of a sudden become ” uncomfortable”. A comfortable…
With the finishing touches being added to Saturday’s Ride Out (July 22nd), here is some important information regarding the event. Start Time The event will start at 10am. On-line registration will close at 3 pm on Friday the 21st of July. To register for the event please click HERE Everyone that registers on line for the event will be in with a chance of winning an ASSOS/BMC Irish National Team jersey. Late registration will be available on the morning of the event and will open at 9:30 am and will cost €6. All participants must sign a disclaimer before proceeding…
Dublin By Bike -A Cycling City Guide is fantastic FREE book written by Fergal Flannery & Steinar Crotterod. This book forms part of the Dublinby.bike web project and was written out of love of cycling, and of Dublin, and of sitting in pubs talking about cycling and Dublin. The book is made up of 10 fantastic routes which will appeal to all standard of cyclists. Included in the book are routes like Howth Head, The Dublin Waterways and The Southern Coastline. All routes include a basic map, a difficulty level as a well as GPS. Each route also includes a…
Yesterday saw the launch of the Wild Atlantic Way Sportif. This new event has the backing of Failte Ireland and is being run by cycling specialist Ride Wild. In attendance at the launch was Minister of State for Tourism and Sport Brendan Griffin TD and Failte Ireland CEO Paul Kelly The Wild Atlantic Sportif is a unique 17- stage cycle event, which will cover over 2,000kms of the Wild Atlantic Way. The event gets underway on the 13th of September in Kinsale, Co. Cork and will finish seventeen days later in Muff Co. Donegal. The route will traverse over 2,…
A little insight into what it’s like to do your first triathlon In 2013 I participated in my first ever triathlon event – The Lakeside Sprint Triathlon ran by MSC Triathlon Club in Ballyshannon. For seven or eight years prior to this I hadn’t competed in any sporting event. I had just finished my studies and had no intention of getting back into any form of racing. I had swam to a national level in my youth but I thought I had put my competitive days long behind me. With three weeks training off I went up to Ballyhannon and…
Cycle SuperStore will be hosting an E-bike demo day on Saturday 22nd of July. The event will take place in Cycle SuperStore between 12pm – 4pm. A small selection of E-bikes will be on display, affording people an opportunity to examine and test ride the bikes. Cycle SuperStore E-bike expert, Gary Byrne will be on hand to answer any queries people may have. Cycle SuperStore is Ireland’s largest bicycle retailer and stocks a large range of E-bikes. More information about Cycle SuperStore’s E-bikes can be found HERE
Cycle SuperStore are proud to announce that the new LOOK Huez 785 RS is available to order, with expected delivery time in September. This new bike weighs a very light 730g for the frame, with LOOK able to achieve this weight by using ultra high modulus carbon. Fred Caron, LOOK’s product manager states ” All LOOK bicycles are made not only to exceed the European standard , but exceed them by 60%” Fred Caron went on to say “We don’t want to be the lightest frame, but the safest and most efficient bike when you ride it” For this new…
Over 100 people entered the Cycle SuperStore Tour De France competition, with one simply aim. That was to win a €100 Cycle SuperStore gift card by simply predicting the winning margin of the overall winner of this year’s Tour De France. Due to popularity of the competition it was decided to add a second and third place prize. Second place will receive a €50 voucher, with third place receiving a €25 voucher. After 10 stage Christopher Froome has a lead of 18 seconds. No one has predicted a time gap of 18 seconds, however two people have predicted a time…
Most people would never of heard of Michel Debien. Michel paid Cycle SuperStore an unexpected visit, yesterday (July 4th) during the Irish leg of his epic 14,247 Km cycle around Europe. Michel, expects to complete the 14,000 km trip in 100 days and in the process visit 38 countries The cycle started on the 21st June, when he left his home city of Toulouse. Michel, had already visited Spain, Portugal, Andorra, France and Wales before arriving in Rosslare yesterday morning. He was making his way from Rosslare to Belfast when disaster struck. On the outskirts of Dublin, his pannier broke.…
With the 104th Tour De France less then 24 hours away, we give you a small selection funny cycling moments. The video reel includes everything from Mark Cavendish slipping in his own champagne on the podium, to cycling fans tripping over themselves to Peter Sagan’s legendary finish line celebrations. Sit back and enjoy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRMBe1TB2_Q
A few months ago, Kevin Ryan contacted Cycle SuperStore regarding a restoration project. Buried in his back garden shed, was his old 1987 Raleigh 653 Race, which he wanted to bring back to life. With the help of Cycle SuperStore mechanics, Martin Fagan and Lincoln Harper, this restoration project became a reality. Kevin had bought the bike back in 1989 from a bike shop in Bray and had regularly used the bike up to four years ago. After a minor accident, the bike had been placed in storage in the garden shed. Martin had to remove the old Shimano group…
It is in the legendary setting of Alpe d’Huez, a Mecca of road cycling and just days before the start of one of the most beautiful and demanding cyclosportives in the world, the LOOK Marmotte Alps, that the French brand, LOOK Cycle, made a world debut of its new HUEZ collection. Introducing the 785 HUEZ RS, an ultralight bike that proves its comfort and efficiency as soon as the road starts to rise, and its little brother, the 785 HUEZ, also comfortable and efficient on all terrains. And also introducing the new KEO 2 MAX CARBON pedals in the presence…
Cycle SuperStore are delighted to announce that July’s ride out will take place on July 22nd starting at 10am. A brand new 70km route will be used for this event. The route will take participants along the N81 and towards Manor Kilbride. Before reaching Manor Kilbride, they will take a left and head towards Sally Gap. Once there, they will turn left and head along the Military Road. Just before the 38 kilometre mark, they will turn right and head towards Glengree and in to Enniskerry. Once in Enniskerry, they will head out towards Kilternan, Stepaside and in towards Sandyford.…
Cycle SuperStore is currently running two Facebook competitions. We would like to thank everyone that has liked and shared the CEP picture. There is still time to enter this competition. To enter, simply ‘like and share’ the CEP post. The CEP winner will be selected at 12pm on Friday 30th of June. This post can be found HERE Entries are still flooding in for the Tour de France Competition. To enter simple guess/predict the overall winners, winning margin. In other words, what will be the time difference between 1st and 2nd place overall. As way of thanking everyone that…
It was another hectic weekend for the Cycle SuperStore staff. First up was mountain bike expert Mick Jordan. Mick traveled west to Westport and took part in the Gaelforce West. After an early start of 5:30am for a race start of 7:00am, Mick won his age category and finished an amazing 8 o/a. Mick commented, “the day started dismal with rain and wind, but cleared up on the beach for the first wave start at 7am, by the time we had reach Croagh Patrick, the clouds had disappeared, to reveal Westport bay in all its finest”. Results of GaelForce West…
With Round 4 of NPS Cross Country taking place this coming Sunday in Bellurgan Park in Co louth, Scott Eurocycles.com rider and overall points leader Gareth Hegarty gives us his top 5 tips Enjoy it; You will spend long hours on the bike either training or competing, so make sure you are having fun and that you are enjoying what you’re doing. There is a fun time to the sport. Nothing beats being out on the bike on the trails and enjoying the country side Join a club, riding your bike with other people can make the time fly by.…
On the 20th of June, Cycle SuperStore paid a visit to Colgate Palmolive as part of the cycle to work scheme. Cycle SuperStore staff member Mark Fagan demonstrated to Colgate Palmolive employees the benefits and the savings they can avail of through the Bike to Work scheme. While Mark was carrying out his demonstration, bike mechanic Martin Fagan was out in the car park servicing employee’s bikes . Once Martin had serviced all the bikes, everyone made their way in to the boardroom, were Martin gave a presentation about bicycle maintenance at home. There are many benefits to using Cycle…
Due for release on the 8th of July, sports mockumentary The Tour de Pharmacy looks back at the 1982 Tour de France. Starring Adam Samberg, Orlando Bloom and Lance Armstrong, this mockumentary exams the state of professional cycling in the early 80’s This is Adam Samberg’s second sports mockumentary. In 2015 he starred in a tennis themed mockumentary called ‘7 days of hell’ Sit back and enjoy the trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVpRr1-PGgM More information about the Tour de Pharmacy can be found HERE
Biking Dirty and Cycle SuperStore are delighted to announce the first Mountain Bike Ride Out will be taking place on the 1st of July. The first ride out will be taking place at Three Rock on the Red Loop. Participants will meet at the Frameworks building at 9am and will have their bikes transported to Three Rock. The ride out will last approximately 2-2.5 hours. All participant will receive expert tips and advise on basic trail skills. Once the ride out concludes, participants will be brought back to the Framework’s building, were they will be able to attend a mountain…
As entries flood in, Cycle SuperStore is delighted to announce the proposed route for Saturday 24th June Rideout. This is a brand new route and has never been used in the past. Like previous routes, participants will head out the N81. Just past the 14km, participants will turn off the N81 and head towards the village of Manor Kilbride. Just before reaching the village, participants will take another left and make their way towards Roundwood. Participants will make their way towards Sally gap, crossing over the River Liffey as well as passing St John’s Chruch. When participants reach Sally Gap,…
Biking Dirty and Cycle Super Store are in the final process of organising MTB ride outs. These events will typically take place on a Saturday morning starting at 9am. Participants will meet at the Frameworks building and Cycle SuperStore will transport the participant’s bikes to the location. During the ride outs participants will be provided with helpful tips and information on mountain biking from a host of experts. These ride outs will usually last up to two hours. Once the event is completed, participants will have their bikes transported back to the FrameWorks building were they will receive post event…
The next CycleSuperStore Rideout, will be taking place on the 24th of June, starting at 10am. A brand new route will be used for this event. This new route will take participants out towards Brittas and on towards Manor Kilbride and on to Sally Gap. Once at Sally Gap, participants will make their way along the Military Road and back towards Dublin City. The final part of the route will take participants through Firhouse and back to the Cycle SuperStore’s Framework buildings Entry fee is €15+ €1.32 processing fee Entry fee includes pre and post event food. Mechanical support will…
Thank you to everyone that ‘liked and shared’ the Wicklow 200 post. Unfortunately there can only be four winners. The four winners are; Jose Troy Ponsaran-Naas, Kildare Mark Kearns-, Carrickmines, Dublin Sean Mulligan-Kells, Co Meath. Caroline O’Brien-Roundwood Wicklow All prize winners have been notified. Don’t forget to like the Cycle SuperStore page to be in with a chance of winning more prizes in the future.
I’m currently on an altitude camp in Font Romeu France with Triathlon Ireland. I’m having a bit of down-time today and so I’ve decided to share my top 5 Triathlon tips with you guys. I hope that I’ve managed to give a couple of ideas to both the seasoned age grouper and the triathlon newbie! I think if you can nail down the first point, ‘Find a Good Coach’, then they should have the knowledge and expertise to ensure that you are doing most of the other items on this list! Find a good coach This is one of the…
Perhaps, to an extraterrestrial visitor, all cyclists are the same; functionally and morphologically identical; two legs, one head, two wheels, self-propelled, gyroscopically stabilised in one plane, inherently unstable otherwise. But that’s where the global fraternity of bicyclists begins and ends – on another planet. For cycling is as riven by tribal faction, subcultural one-upmanship and contrived mutual scorn as any human activity this side of popular music. Like any family, really. If you’re about to parachute into this Babel of bicycling and don’t know where to land, don’t worry; it will all fall into place. Unless you’re a genuine one-off…
If you are interested in tackling a triathlon but are turned off by the cost of competing, Cycle SuperStore has the answer, with wet suit rental. Cycle SuperStore has the Zoot Z Force 1.0SL Sleeveless wet suit available in all sizes, both men’s and women’s versions. Renting a wet suit is quite simple. You rent the wet suit out for five days. This will allow you enough time to collect and return the suit. It will also enable you to become familiar with the suit with getting it on and off. Cost of suit rental is only €50 and we…
The Wicklow 200 is delighted to announce a continuation of its partnership with Cycle SuperStore, Ireland’s top cycling retailer. As part of the association, Cycle SuperStore will brand the event numbers for this year’s 36th running of Ireland’s toughest annual mass participation bike ride. Competitors in the Wicklow 200 and Wicklow 100 Challenge events can collect their race packs and goody bags at the market leading Cycle SuperStore in Tallaght, County Dublin from 10am until 1pm on June 10th before registration moves across to event headquarters in Bray. Following the number collection on the 10th of June at 1:30pm, experienced…
Cycle SuperStore, Ireland’s largest bicycle retailer is delighted to announce the new for 2017 Cycle SuperStore cycling jersey. The jersey has been designed and manufactured by Ireland’s premier custom cycling and triathlon clothing company Spin11. Spin11 also designs and manufacture team clothing for both the UCI Continental cycling team An Post Chain Reaction and Irish national team. The jerseys come in the following sizes X-Small Small Medium X-large 2X-Large 3X-large To purchase a jersey click HERE It’s hoped to have Cycle SuperStore shorts available over the coming months.
Last month I turned 60 I have a fairly standard roster of age-related complaints, including the compulsion to complain; a dodgy lower back (herniated L1), a BMI of 29, tinnitus, high blood pressure and cholesterol, a big, gnarly fungal toenail and upper body strength that would shame a chicken. It’s not a pretty picture, so I don’t look at it very often. Come June 11th this year, I’ll still be an overweight, paunchy 60-year-old geezer. But I’ll be an overweight, paunchy 60-year-old who has just completed the Wicklow 200. And believe me, there’s a difference. The clue is in the…