Wild Atlantic Sports
Wild Atlantic Sports
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Wild Atlantic Sports is a bike tour and rental business based in Kinsale, Co. Cork. We offer high quality bike rental and guided cycling tours in the amazing Kinsale area. The area is great for exploring by bike with some spectacular coastal scenery along the Wild Atlantic Way. If you're comfortable cycling and happy to find your way around why not RENT? If you'd prefer to be guided around the sights, following one of our carefully planned routes, pick from one of the three tours below. RENTAL: High quality mountain bikes with front fork and disc brakes, helmet, high vis vest, lock and repair kit all included. We deliver to your local accommodation or if you're not staying in town, can meet you in a central location. TOURS: The Wild Coast Tour is our most popular tour. This tour is suitable for beginner/intermediate cyclists and the route has been carefully selected to show you the best of the area, without too many uphills! There is stunning scenery along this cycle - pedal your way past surf beaches, towers and some spectacular Irish countryside. There is a stop mid-way for coffee/tea in a local cafe. This tour starts from the Old Head Signal Tower which is 15-20mins drive outside Kinsale. The Kinsale Town tour is an intermediate level tour (some hills!) that explores the coast through the town from Charles Fort to Sandycove. Loads to see along the way from the Kinsale marina, James Fort, Dock beach or spot wild goats on Sandycove Island. Finally, the Courtmacsherry Bay tour is our longest and flattest tour. We cycle along past sandy Coolmaine Strand, then follow a road which continues the entire length of Courtmacsherry Bay. We pass Timoleague Abbey and stop for tea in a charming cafe in Courtmacsherry. Whatever tour you pick, we know you'll love it! All tours are suitable for people with a moderate level of fitness. It's very much your day at your pace! If you're a keen cyclist and looking for something a bit more challenging, contact us, we can help.
Kinsale, County Cork, Ireland
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DACallow
Ashford, UK42 contributions
May 2023
Even as regular visitors to West Cork, we learned a lot and got to see even more of the beautiful countryside and coastal landscape. Ruth was our guide and an absolute pleasure. She worked with us, assessed our abilities and needs and created a tour to fit. The bikes look like they are brand new and nothing was too much trouble. No matter what your level of fitness or bike proficiency, you will get something from this tour - even if it's just the craic in a local pub!
Written 9 May 2023
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Róisín
Cork, Ireland1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Friends
Booked in a large group of 25 to do a tour for my sisters hen. While organising a group of that size was daunting (for me), Ruth was extremely helpful every step of the way and everything ran smoothly.
The tour itself was amazing, such great views and the whole group loved it despite it being some people's first time on a bike in years. I'd highly recommend as a wholesome weekend activity in Kinsale.
The tour itself was amazing, such great views and the whole group loved it despite it being some people's first time on a bike in years. I'd highly recommend as a wholesome weekend activity in Kinsale.
Written 28 April 2023
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Ian W
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Apr 2023 • Solo
I rented a bicycle from Wild Atlantic Sports during a visit to Kinsale. Their shop in the area was closed for the season, but Ruth went above and beyond in dropping a bicycle off at my hotel along with helmet, repair kit, reflective gear, and directions for some favorite rides along the Wild Atlantic Way. I had a tremendous day exploring the coast around Kinsale, the views were spectacular, and I would love to return to do some additional exploring.
Written 21 April 2023
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Caroline K
London2 contributions
Sep 2022
I recently completed the bike tour with my friend on a visit to Kinsale. It has been a long time since I had ridden a bike. Ruth was very encouraging and exceptionally kind. Ruth did everything and more to make me feel confident and comfortable during the tour.
It was an amazing way to see Kinsale and I could not recommend Ruth and the tour enough.
I wish you continued success.
Caroline
It was an amazing way to see Kinsale and I could not recommend Ruth and the tour enough.
I wish you continued success.
Caroline
Written 3 October 2022
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Scott H
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Sep 2022
Ruth was a great host for a beautiful ride along the Wild Coast. The e-bikes were a great way to cover the elevation changes of the coastline. We had a blast and would highly recommend you book this tour with Ruth.
Written 1 September 2022
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Glad you all had a blast on the Wild CoastTour! 👍😆
Written 4 September 2022
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Philip S
Palm Springs, CA34 contributions
Aug 2022
What a great way to experience Kinsale! The electric bikes are essential if you are not an avid cyclist as the surrounding areas are quite hilly. We rented the bikes for 2 days. Ruth was great! Even though they are not open on monday and tuesday, Ruth dropped off and picked up the bikes. She is very quick to respond. Highly recommend if you want to explore beyond the town. Thanks again Ruth!
Written 1 September 2022
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Thanks Philip! Glad you were happy with the bikes and the service.
Written 4 September 2022
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Heidi B
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Aug 2022 • Solo
Great tour through mostly quite roads. Some stops at beautiful spots to enjoy nature. I can recomend for adults and families. Thanks Ruth
Written 22 August 2022
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Glad you enjoyed the Wild Coast Tour, Heidi! 🌊🚴♀️🐄 Thanks for taking the time to review.
Written 4 September 2022
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Seb R
tours, france75 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
Very good service. Good contact before the start (quick to reply). Thank you for the tips for the road. Good quality for the bikes and well prepared ! Thank you, our cycling vacations were a success because of you.
Written 4 August 2022
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Thanks Seb. Glad you enjoyed your cycling holiday in Ireland! 🇮🇪 🚲
Written 4 September 2022
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ClaireSecco
London, UK4 contributions
Jul 2022 • Solo
The touring bike was great, it had everything I needed for the 50km that I cycled over 3 days. Ruth was very helpful and showed me a number of different routes for all abilities.
The bike was well maintained, comfortable and a smooth ride. There were no mechanical issues and I was provided with a multi tool and puncture repair kit just in case, which was good piece of mind.
I thought that the price for 3 days (€75) was very reasonable and I will definitely come back to Wild Atlantic Sports for another touring bike next time I’m over.
The bike was well maintained, comfortable and a smooth ride. There were no mechanical issues and I was provided with a multi tool and puncture repair kit just in case, which was good piece of mind.
I thought that the price for 3 days (€75) was very reasonable and I will definitely come back to Wild Atlantic Sports for another touring bike next time I’m over.
Written 19 July 2022
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Thanks for the review Claire. Hope to see you over here again soon!
Written 4 September 2022
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Maartje
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Jun 2022
My boyfriend and I had a fantastic expierence with Ruth and her bikes! We booked an airbnb which was quite remote and we couldn't rent a car, so we needed ebikes to get around. Ruth luckily provides a deliver and pick-up service, so it was possible for us to stay in the countryside. The ebikes were amazing! We were able to ride steep hills and really enjoy the nature of Ireland. We had a fantastic couple of days because of this.
Written 29 June 2022
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Hi we are interested in booking. We have two children 1&3. Are their child seats or a tow along available?
Ruth H
Kinsale, Ireland1 contribution
Hi Adventurer,
Thanks for your message and sorry for the delay replying - I only just got an alert about it now.
I'm afraid, I don't cater for children under 12 years. This is tied in with my insurance.
Sorry I can't be of any help.
Kind regards,
Ruth
VA_NY_Traveler_5
Richmond, VA128 contributions
How much is a 2.5 hour bike tour? Do you need reservations? We will be going to kinsale in May of 2017
Are the tours all day? Can we do a tour in the morning. Thank you for your help
Ruth H
Kinsale, Ireland1 contribution
Hi.
Firstly, sorry for the delay answering - I just saw this message now!
A 2.5 bike tour is €35 per person, including a tea/coffee during a stop along the way. Yes, reserving in advance would be great. Just give me a week or two notice, if possible. I normally run tours at 10am and 2pm.
Again, apologies for missing your message. Let me know if you have any other questions. Hopefully we'll meet in May!