The Wicklow Mountain Bike Festival is 4 days of mountain bike action over the May bank holiday weekend featuring a Whip Off, Enduro, Cross Country and Downhill Events.

The festival kicks off on Friday afternoon with the spectacular ‘Whip Off’ event where Ireland’s most skilled rider will show off their tricks along a jump trail beside the festival village. Spectators are welcome and there’s a BBQ and awards presentation afterwards.

On Saturday the racing goes up a level with the ‘Enduro’ race which sees riders taking on every descent in Ballinastoe Woods. With 7 stages, over 30km and 1800 meters climbing it’s going to be a serious challenge for even the most experienced riders.

Sunday is ‘Cross Country’ day and time for Ireland’s fittest mountain bikers to tackle the Ballinastoe Trails with the opening round of the Irish XC National Points Series. Expect a savage course with punchy climbs and fast technical descents.

The Festival will comes to a finale with the ‘Downhill’ race on Sunday. Ireland’s bravest and most skilful riders will race against the clock on the 2km Ravens trail with race runs between 2pm and 5pm.

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