The Pat Colgan Pedal the Peaks Challenge, is in honour of Pat who tragically passed away following an accident while out on his bike.
The event organisers say that as a cyclist Pat was both competitive and determined and took his training very seriously. Before he passed away he was planning a cycling trip to America with his friends in the club but sadly that was not to be.
Pat was a valued club member loved by all. He was also a popular and highly respected GAA referee.
Tullamore Cycling Club is proud to support the Offaly branch of the IKA continuing its long-standing commitment to helping support the fantastic work they do.
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17. Cyclists setting off on the Pedal the Peaks Pat Colgan Challenge. Ger Rogers Photography
Cyclists setting off on the Pedal the Peaks Pat Colgan Challenge. | Ger Rogers
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18. Paula Scott, Moya O'Brien, Bernie Daly, Josie Lalor, Colin Dunne, Carmel Doheny and Trisha Rusk were on duty at the Pedal the Peaks Pat Colgan Challenge. Ger Rogers Photography
Paula Scott, Moya O'Brien, Bernie Daly, Josie Lalor, Colin Dunne, Carmel Doheny and Trisha Rusk were on duty at the Pedal the Peaks Pat Colgan Challenge. | Ger Rogers
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19. A tightly bunched peloton closing in on the finish line at the Pedal the Peaks Pat Colgan Challenge. Ger Rogers Photography
A tightly bunched peloton closing in on the finish line at the Pedal the Peaks Pat Colgan Challenge. | Ger Rogers
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20. Fiona Claffey Tullamore CTC, Louise Mooney, Esker Cycling and Touring Group and Amanda Owens after completing the 90k route at the Pedal the Peaks Pat Colgan Challenge. Ger Rogers Photography
Fiona Claffey Tullamore CTC, Louise Mooney, Esker Cycling and Touring Group and Amanda Owens after completing the 90k route at the Pedal the Peaks Pat Colgan Challenge. | Ger Rogers