Tour de Munster spins into action across the province for Down Syndrome Ireland

The tour has proved a huge success year on year.

placeholder image — The tour has proved a huge success year on year.

The 24th Tour de Munster charity cycle is right around the corner and excitement is building as over 100 amateur cyclists are adding the finishing touches to their training preparations for this years Tour.

They are gearing up to tackle an epic 600km of Munsters challenging roads across the six counties of Munster from August 8th to 11th. The Tour aims to raise vital funds for the Munster branches of Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI).

This years Tour marks a significant occasion as the renowned charity cycle will contribute to the national charity for its 15th consecutive year. Since its inception in 2000, the Tour de Munster has raised a staggering €5 million for DSI. The vital funds raised have a significant impact on the lives and development of children and adults with Down syndrome across the

Munster region.

Sean Kelly, cycling legend and long standing supporter of Tour de Munster will take part in the four-day expedition pedalling through Munster cities, towns and villages in the quest to help to provide crucial support and services offered by DSI Munster branches to their members.

Speaking ahead of this year’s tour, Paul Sheridan who established Tour de Munster said: “Admiration runs high for those participating in and supporting the cycle. These cyclists commit months to training and fundraising for this annual event, which tests the endurance of even the most dedicated amateurs.”

Speaking ahead of this years Tour, Linda Gillick from Down Syndrome Tipperary, said: “We are eagerly looking forward to welcoming the Tour de Munster charity cycle to Tipperary this year again in August. As a past participant, I understand the immense hard work and dedication that goes into preparing for this 600 km route. Here in Tipperary, we are incredibly grateful for everyone’s continued support, which helps us improve services and facilities for our members with Down syndrome.”

To donate to this year’s Tour de Munster, https://www.idonate.ie/event/tdm24. For more information on the Tour de Munster visit www.tourdemunster.com, find it on Facebook, or follow the tour on Twitter @TourDeMunster. For further information on Down Syndrome Ireland see www.downsyndrome.ie.