Expression of Interest for Para-cycling  

 

Following the success of Irish athletes competing internationally this season, including at the Paralympic Games in Paris and at the UCI Road and Para-cycling World Championships, Cycling Ireland has opened expressions of interest for athletes interested in joining the programme working towards the 2028 LA Paralympics.  


Cycling Ireland is looking for new athletes, aged 14 or older with a physical disability, and with ambitions to represent Ireland at the next Paralympic Games.

 

Click here for the expression of interest form.

 

Expressions of interest close on Thursday, 31st of December.  

 


More about Para-cycling  

 

Eligible Impairments: 


Para-cycling includes individuals with various disabilities, such as: 

  • Cerebral Palsy 
  • Visual Impairments 
  • Physical Impairments 

 

Road Cycling: 


Road cyclists compete using specialized equipment based on their condition: 

  • Handcycles 
  • Trikes 
  • Tandem Bikes 
  • Regular Bikes 

 

Track Cycling: 


On the track, cyclists compete using either: 

  • Tandem Bikes 
  • Regular Bikes 

 

Paracycling is about ability, not disability. Embrace the freedom of the open road and pedal your way to new adventures! 


Any questions can be directed to High Performance Para-cycling Development Coach Marcin Mizgaijski - marcin.mizgajski@cyclingireland.ie