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Dogs Trsut Ireland Event with PH Fitness

PH-FITNESS SLIEVE BLOOM EPIC CYCLING CHALLENGE IN AID OF DOGS TRUST IRELAND

PH-FITNESS takes on an epic two-lap challenge through the Slieve Bloom Mountains in aid of Dogs Trust Ireland. Covering approximately 160 km with almost 3,000 metres of climbing and eight major climbs, the ride will test endurance, strength and determination across some of Ireland’s toughest roads.

The second lap will also pay tribute to cycling legends Eddy Merckx, Sean Kelly, Francesco Moser and Freddy Maertens, with Phil wearing iconic jerseys associated with each rider. A demanding day in the saddle, driven by a lifelong love of road cycling and one very important cause.

PH Fitness | Edenderry | Setting Fitness Goals

Welcome to the PH-FITNESS Cycling Team! WE ARE CYCLING.

The ŠKODA Tour de Conamara is widely celebrated as Ireland’s most picturesque sportive, offering cyclists a choice between 140km and 80km routes. The event showcases the stunning beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way, winding through valleys, mountainous terrain, and past some of Ireland’s most iconic lakes. With its breathtaking landscapes and well-organized experience, it’s a highlight on the Irish cycling calendar for riders of all levels.

Cycling & Romance

I am one of the last of the survivors of a golden era of an Irish cycling generation (of which there were many). Men who rode steel race frames, made with Reynolds or Columbus race tubing. The cyclists who prefer to fill their bowls and plates to the brim without weighing it, train based on feel, train in all weather, and feel blessed by the places bike races took them & now, sportive’s take them. The act of cycling liberates the mind and the soul, and now, competing in sportives should be no different. To be able to apricate a steel race bike fully, means to understand the greatness of light & stiff Columbus or Reynolds race tubing. All the demi gods of our beautiful sport ‘raced and rode steel’. Steel racing bikes outfitted with Campagnolo components and wheels shod with tubular race tyres are not only a vision of absolute beauty but also offers the rider an opportunity to fully understand what it means to ride a ‘steel dream machine’. Carbon may be faster but simply cannot compete with the heritage and beauty of steel. It’s as simple as that.

Health is the Greatest wealth | PH fitness | Cycling

Cylcing a Dynamic Workout

Cycling is a beloved activity that can be enjoyed both indoors and outdoors, each offering unique benefits and experiences. Indoor cycling provides a controlled environment with precise workout dynamics, perfect for high-intensity training. In contrast, outdoor cycling immerses you in nature, presenting varied terrains and fresh air that can elevate your mental well-being. Whether you thrive in the energetic atmosphere of a spin class or seek the tranquility of a scenic ride, understanding the key differences can help you choose the best fit for your fitness goals. Discover which cycling experience resonates with you!

Cycling is In My Blood

Cycling is in my blood, it’s in my DNA and in my family! Having raced my bike at the highest amateur level as an ‘A’ rider for two years in my late teens / early twenties I can put my hand on my heart and say without contradiction ‘Cycling is my passion, my life, and my obsession.