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West Clare Challenge 2025
A Cycling Ireland Event

Join us on Saturday, 30th of August 2025 in Kilkee Co. Clare for the West Clare Challenge cycle around the beautiful Loop head peninsula.

2025 Event Info

This is a fully sanctioned Cycling Ireland event.

DATE: Saturday, 30th of August 2025
START TIME: 10am
START LOCATION: Kilkee Promenade, V15RD39

Routes suitable for novice and elite cyclists, follow the Atlantic coastline to the most westerly point of County Clare. Riders will also pass Loop Head Lighthouse, an iconic Clare landmark. Our 65k route is e-bike friendly.

Routes
Charity Cycle Loop Head West Clare

Event Routes

65km Route

Suitable for all levels, this route is E-Bike friendly and takes in beautiful views of the Wild Atlantic Way. Preview the route in Strava using the link below.
ENTRY FEE: €40 plus booking charge

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100km Route

A more challenging distance which takes you along the Loop Head peninsula.
Preview the route in Strava using the link below.
ENTRY FEE: €40 plus booking charge

View in Strava Register

Supporting Causes in Co. Clare

We are very proud of our community and we are delighted to be able to support local causes that do amazing work for the people of Clare. All funds raised will be donated to The Lighthouse Project and West Clare Bike Track development fund.

West Clare Bike Track fund

West Clare Cycling Club are raising funds to help promote cycling in Clare by developing an off road Gravel / XC track. It is envisaged that the track will provided a safe a secure location for youths and adults to enjoy the sport.

The Lighthouse Project

The Lighthouse Projects promotes positive mental health and wellbeing within the community of West Clare through a range of activities.

Learn More

Volunteer

We need you! We are looking for volunteers to help run this event. The 3 main categories for volunteers are; road marshals, food stops & registration. A pre-event briefing for volunteers takes place on the day of the cycle. Contact Gary or Kevin at KFitt or fill out the form

If you would like to volunteer,
please get in touch

Orgnaisers & Partners

West Clare Cycling Club
Cycling Ireland
Kfitt Gym Kilrush
L&L Cycles
Clare County Council