Such a busy weekend last week. Before the cycle in Westport I attended Roisin's graduation in Maynooth. It's a beautiful college with a good chilled atmosphere.
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Into the Gale
Last weekend saw the annual fundraiser cycle for VIVA (Vets in Voluntary Action) in Westport, Co Mayo. Instead of participating, this year I was photographing the event. Never was I so glad not to be on a bike and congratulations to everyone who took part. After contending with extremely difficult conditions near Delphi all returned in one piece (more or less). The pictures that I have in no way depict the conditions. It will be one to talk about for years to come but I think most will be back for more next year. Headcases, the lot of them.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Stradbally Cove
The day after the cycle we took a short trip to Stradbally Cove. Mid-day is probably the worst time to be taking photos but I like these two. The cove is narrow, deep, sandy with a stream running through it at one side. I've always loved how the running water cuts through sand so quickly creating a mini Grand Canyon between the tides.
Dungarvan
Myself and Owen arrived in Dungarvan for the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford. This was principly a cycling trip but I had the camera with me, just in case. It was a beautifuly clear evening, quite a rarity in Leitrim but not so in Waterford. The picture of the streetlight has a desolate air about it and if you look closely the Starry Plough is visible in the sky. The cycle (no photos) the next day went well. It took 6 hours to cover the 160km including 3 Category 1 climbs.
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