The Co-operation Ireland annual biking challenge ‘Into the East’ which took place over the weekend, 27-28 June 2009, was a resounding success.

In near perfect weather conditions, the cyclists gallantly took on their 160 mile challenge, through some of the most beautiful scenery on the island.

Louth County Council Deputy Chairman Councillor Jim Lennon officially started the event off at the Dundalk Institute of Technology and throughout the route officials from the sponsoring councils came out to meet the participants.

The dinner on Saturday evening provided a great opportunity for the cyclists to meet and get to know one another. Music was provided and anyone who had the energy was up on the dance floor.

On Sunday morning the cyclists were raring to go and they set off promptly at 9.00am. Again they cycled through some stunning and historic locations, including the Boyne Valley and Slane.

Innisfree Wheelers were well represented in this event. John Molloy, Pam Benson, Eddie Ryan and Brendan Brogan completed the cycle on both Saturday and Sunday, while Lyndsey Browne and Fintan Conlon completed the Sunday event. Well done to our members for completing this great event. Catch some images of this cycling challenge here.