Cycling in Sligo

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Sligo's cycling culture is slowly taking off. Improvements have been made to Sligo's cycling paths,there is talks about a new greenway being created and a new national mountainbike center in Coolaney is going to be build.

Bolt Bikes 

Bolt Bikes is Sligo's e-bike share system, with many stations and 100 bikes across Sligo. It’s a fun, affordable and convenient way to get around the town . Bolt e-bikes are available to hire throughout Sligo town 24 hours a day. They are used primarily used for short hop-on, hop-off journeys.

How does it work?
The user downloads the app, available in both the Apple and Android app store, or by using the QR code on this page. Input your payment details, once complete you will be able to see on a map where the closest bikes are parked and available to rent. Once the user is at the bike, it can be unlocked using the QR code found below the handlebars on the bike. The user then cycles to their location. Once arrived, they park at the closest designated parking location, as seen on the map and with local signage and marking. To finish the journey, the bike does not need to be locked to any physical infrastructure. It must be parked within a designated zone and the journey ends by pressing the finish journey button in the app. The user will be informed of the total cost of their journey.
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How much does it cost?
The bike rental is €0.15 per minute, meaning the average journey of 8-10 minutes will cost €1.20 to €1.50.
If you want to use it several times throughout the day, then you can obtain a daily pass which is available for €6.
A weekly pass is also available for frequent users, costing €25 and entitling the user to four 15 minute journeys each day.

From recreational to competitive cycling

Cycling Clubs

Mountain Bike Clubs

Cycling Safety

Coolaney MTB Trail Network

Coolaney MTB Trail network is a purposed built singletrack forest roads and trails network designed for mountain bikes. Follow the waymarked circular routes through the Ox Mountains. Enjoy a thrilling ride through forests, along heathland and admire the amazing views across Sligo bay

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Cycling routes

Lissadell & Raghley Cycle route (59 km)

Admire the coastal scenery around Raghley, visit Lissadell house and discover the amazing gardens and house or enjoy a cup of tea and cake in the fabulous tearoom.

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Lough Gill Cycle route (40 km)

Cycle around Lough Gill, a stunning lake which has featured in WB Yeats poems.
​This route will also take you through County Leitrim where you can visit Parke's castle

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Knocknarea Loop Cycle route (21 km)

Cycle around Knocknarea, visit Carrowmore megalithic cemetery , one of ireland's largest and oldest megalithic cemeteries.
Stop off in the seaside village of Strandhill, a surfers mecca overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

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Sligo's 3 forest cycle route (39 km)

Leaving Sligo town, this route takes you through Union Wood, Slish Wood and past Dooney Rock. Admire Ballygawley lake and  Lough Gill along the route, stop for a picnic or watch deer cross the road.

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