29/05/2026
‼️ Huge congratulations to Matt and Hugo on completing their IBT over the last week! 🏍️👏‼️
This one was a bit unusual. One arrived with plenty of riding experience and a collection of well established habits. The other had never sat on a bike before. So it was basically bad habits versus no habits at all 😅
Monday was absolute hell. The lads spent the day mastering slow riding techniques in what felt like 35°C heat while wearing full PPE. Naturally, they asked if they could take their jackets off. Naturally, the answer was no 😂
I kindly suggested that if they wanted cooler weather, they should have booked their IBT in October.
As the IBT rolled on, we managed to iron out a few habits, build solid foundations and put plenty of miles under our belts. Before long, we found ourselves enjoying an amazing spin through the Curragh, Newbridge, Naas and Kilcullen.
To be honest, by the end it felt less like training and more like a ride out with mates.
Both lads are talented riders, quick learners and great craic. Thank you both for surviving weather straight from the depths of hell, for bringing nothing but positive vibes and for making the week such an enjoyable one.
I can't wait to see you both out on your own bikes soon.
Happy biking and keep the shiny side up! 🏍️☀️😎