Carlowcycling.org - Sliabh Bloom Challenge

The Sliabh Bloom Challenge is a 150K cycle starting in Carlow (See Map) and heading for a loop in the Sleive Bloom Mountains before returning to Carlow. It's a very popular run with cyclists of all categories competitive and non-competitive. All proceeds from the event go to the Carlow Holy Angels charity, and they provide excellent backup on the day, medical backup, shower& Pool facilities, refreshments, etc. If your lookin for a challenge then sign-on.......
Sliabh Bloom Profile.... courtesy Paul Kavanagh.... http://www.paulkavanagh.info
Sliabh Bloom Route map for 150Km and 80Km events. The 80Km route skips the Sliabh Bloom Loop and turns for Portlaoise after the Rest stop in Mountrath. The 150Km route will avail of the Mountrath rest stop before and after, the Climbs of the Sliabh Blooms.