Appeal for hosts for the 2025 National Cyclo-cross Series.

The Cycling Ireland Off-road Commission (CIORC) is appealing for a host clubs for the 2025 National Cyclo-cross Series. This year we are looking for one club from each province making for a four round series. The hope is that the events would happen across the cyclo-cross season (running from September 2025 to January 2026).
Interested clubs should complete the following form and submit their expression of interest by close of play Sunday 9 March 2025.
The selection on the host club per province will be taken by the Off-road Commission in partnership with the Cycling Ireland Events team.

National CX Series EOI 2024

Form purpose

This form is for clubs wishing to express an interest in hosting the 2025 National Cyclo-cross Series.  This year we are looking for one club from each province making for a four round series.  The hope is that the events would happen across the cyclo-cross season (running from September 2025 to January 2026).


Club Contact Details

Contact details for the event organiser


Venue details

Below are some questions relating to the venue


Course features

The questions below are about course features.  Some venues may not have all of the following options. 

The expectation would be that the venue would be available for both the Saturday and Sunday.   Registration to be open at 9:30 on Saturday and 08:30 on Sunday.

The main course would be between 2.5 km and 3.5 km with a start line on a flat or uphill section.  The start line would be lined with pedestrian barriers which will be used for banners.  The pedestrian barriers should be secured so they don't fall over in the wind. 

Youth courses: Different length youth courses should be designed aiming for 3-4  laps of courses that would 5 minutes for Under 8s, 10 minutes for Under 10s and 15 minutes for Under 12s. 

The podium should be placed near the finish line.  There should be a PA system in place and a race commentator.


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