COUCH TO 50KM

COUCH TO 50KM 2025

The Ashbourne Wheeler's annual Couch to 50km event is a great way ease yourself into cycling and start your new fitness journey at a welcoming pace. This year we have a 5-week programme beginning 9:30am Saturday 12th of April 2025 at Ashbourne Community Centre.

Each week sees participants building up their group cycling skills and road confidence from 14km in week one to 50km in week five. From week 3 (33km) the routes will incorporate a mid-way break and all spins will end at Café Face in Ashbourne for a post-spin coffee. All routes will explore the surrounds of Ashbourne and are designed to avoid busy roads and steep hills.

Check out the 2025 routes on Strava:

How much does it cost?

The course is completely free! Even more, when you complete the course you will be invited to join the Ashbourne Wheelers free of charge.

Do I need to be a strong cyclist?

Not at all! We will cater to the abilities of all riders making sure everyone enjoys their time out and that nobody is constantly over-exerting themselves. The only expectation is that you can competently ride a bike and are open to developing the confidence for group cycling on open (but quiet) roads.

What do I need?

All you need to participate is your own bike and helmet. You don't need a fancy road bike but please ensure that your bike is in working order each morning i.e. check your brakes, gears and tire pressure. The course leader will have spare tubes and parts for maintenance but if you have your own that would be encouraged.