Connaught MTB Champs Results

The Connaught Mountain Bike Cross-Country Champs were held in Union Wood, Sligo on 27th September. The event was hosted by NorthWest MTB Club, who have obviously put a lot of work into the course. The trails were in top condition and under blue skys the races were played out over a very technical and physically demanding circuit. Over a hundred racers signed-on on the day which is one of the biggest ever Connaught MTB turnouts. Covey Wheelers were well represented and took home a fair stack of medals, especially in the youth categories. Below are the Covies who took Connaught Podium places for 2015:

Expert Category:

Colm Staunton – 3rd

U-16 Boys:

Ben Walsh – Connaught Champ

U-12 Boys:

Naill McLoughlin – Connaught Champ

Darren Foy – Runner up

Neachtan Walsh – 3rd

U-10 Boys:

Evin Furlong – Connaught Champ

U-8 Girls:

Kelsey Mulroy – Connaught Champ

Being such a demanding circuit, it wasn’t surprising there were a lot of retirements due to bike and body “mechanicals”! This makes it an even bigger achievement to finish it and win a podium place, well done to all.

The Connaught MTB autumn league is set to continue with round #2 next Sunday, October 11th. All the usual categories will be open, from youth, U-8’s through to senior categories. If you haven’t tried it out before now is your chance! Keep an eye on the Connaught MTB Facebook page for updates;

https://www.facebook.com/ConnachtMtbLeague