(Midland League Report By Bully Cunnane) On Thursday 23rd May Tullamore Cycling Club hosted round 5 of the Midland League in Clara Co. Offaly. Lakeside Wheelers were very well represented in all categories. Weather conditions were perfect for racing but there were strong winds to contend with. Due to roadworks at Ballycumber the circuit was changed to a 19km lap which had to be tackled twice by all groups. First race off on the evening was the A/B group. ![]() Next race off on the evening was the C/D group. The D group containing 12 riders set off first with a 4 minute advantage on the chasing C group of 32 riders. The D group were caught after 1 lap and its then that the pace picked up with Aidan Daly putting in a huge effort at the front to try and split the group. The finish came down to a bunch sprint with Tosh Kiernan taking 4th and Aidan Farrell 9th. Next report will be Round 6 which is being held in Mount Temple on 6th June. |