On The Day Information for Cyclists taking Part In The Mayo Pink Ribbon Cycle Saturday May 2nd 2026

📅 Date: Saturday, May 2nd  

📍 Start and Finish Location: ATU Campus Castlebar (F23 X853)

🕙 Start Time: 10am

🕤 Assembly Time: 9.30am

📝 Registration/Sign in: Friday   May 1st     6.00 – 7.30pm 

                                                 Saturday  May 2nd     7.45 – 9.30am

What to Bring

• Sponsorship Card and Money or Online Fundraising details
• Hard Shell Helmet (this is obligatory)
• Water Bottle
• Energy Bar in case you get hungry between food stops!
• Mobile Phone
• Cash/credit card for emergency
• Spare Tube, Pump and Tyre Lever in case of a puncture
• Drinks Bottle/Snack
• Rain Jacket
• and hopefully Sunscreen! 
• Route Maps with emergency numbers  will be available at Sign-In

*Health and Safety

You MUST wear your Bib Number and Wristband on the day after receiving them at sign in.

Hard shell cycling helmets MUST be worn.

The use of ear-buds while cycling is prohibited.

Junior cyclists (U16) must be accompanied by an adult for the cycle.

Always be mindful of others and emergency vehicles.

Rules of the road apply at all times, this includes cycling under the influence!

The Mayo Pink Ribbon Charity Cycle is being organised under the auspices of the National Breast Cancer Research Institute and insurance is being provided at no extra cost to cyclists through its insurance partner.

Parking: Ample car parking facilities are available to the rear and side of the ATU campus. Follow directional signage and the instructions of marshals.
Showers and changing facilities are available at ATU.
Massage: Cyclists feeling the pain are welcome to a short treatment after the cycle subject to availability.

Refreshments

Water and snack stops will be in place on all routes and cyclists are welcome to a lunch of soup and sandwiches in Foxford (52 and 70Km) or Ballina (110Km). On return to ATU hot food will be served. This is complimentary for cyclists. There is a charge of €12/€6 for non- cycling adults and children. Please advise in advance if bringing guests.

SAFETY NOTICE
Our event is a leisure cycle not a race and it takes place on open roads. Cyclists obey the rules of the road at all times showing courtesy and consideration for other road users and riding in a manner that is safe for themselves and others. All cyclists participate at their own risk and they must rely on their own ability in dealing with all hazards. We ask that you please obey the instructions of marshals, helpers and the support team at all times. When out on open roads we ask that cyclists ride maximum two abreast when safe to do so and go in single file when necessary.