Gallery And Reviews | Braking Away Cycling Tours

Jul 2024 • Solo

"It can be easy to give out a 5-star review on Tripadvisor, but this is an *actual* top rated 5 (**1.000** if that were possible) stars review.

I had never climbed a mountain with my bike before, but I nevertheless decided to go for this trip. I just love cycling and the mountains and it sounded like the perfect trip to me. It has actually been perfect and even more so.

Ciara and Gordon and their whole crew have been just amazing (and this
word does not even describe half of how great they all have been to me). Despite my (very!) slow pace with respect to others, they made sure, in each and every way they could, that I would get on top of the most amazing Cols I have ever seen. They gave me constant support, advice (I learnt so much about cycling!), comfort (yes, sometimes that was required!), and they
were ALWAYS, always there when I needed them. They do their amazing job with gigantic passion, for cycling and for the mountains, and you can feel it.
I never felt left out, despite my slow cadence. One of their friends (joining the trip just for fun and not to climb) was happy to be recruited and support/coach me for each and every ride, so that I was never to be alone. Ciara herself did not shy away from grabbing and putting on her cycling kit to join me so that I was not to be left by myself.

Organization was incredible: Ciara, Gordon, and each and everyone of their crew made sure that everyone got what they needed in the exact moment they needed it. No stress for the client, all the stress is on them (and, believe me, you'll see, there can be A LOT of stress up there, for so many reasons).

Stunning places to visit, beautiful hotels, good food. Ciara and Gordon are not just great professionals, but exceptional people, and all the people surrounding them are likewise. Far beyond my expectations, memories from this trip will actually last a lifetime and I will cherish them so dearly - HIGHLY recommended

Paola Casetta.

Jun 2024 • Solo

"Four weeks ago, I had just finished packing, nervous but ready for a great adventure in the Alps!

Three weeks ago today, we had just finished our tenth icon, Mont Ventoux, after an epic week with Braking Away Cycling Tours.

Ventoux is the mountain Chris Froome almost ran up and where we first saw Jonas Vingegaard had the ability to take on Tadej Pogacar!

Having the opportunity to cycle some of the greatest roads used by the Tour de France was not just a huge challenge but the most incredible experience. Saying you’ve been up the Col de Galibier, Col de la Colombiere and Alpe d’Huez puts you in a very special club.

Throughout it Gordon and Ciara made sure every little detail was taken care of so that we could concentrate on our cycling, taking in the stunning scenery and enjoying great food and fab hotels along the way.

Tomorrow another group of no doubt slightly nervous cyclists will begin that journey with Gordon, Ciara and road captain Amedeo. If you are one of them, have the most amazing time - it’s tough but so rewarding.

Enjoy every second of it, even when the sweat is dripping, the legs are tired and the top still seems so far away! Believe in yourself - you’ll get there and remember the downhill to come!"

Murray Mac Gregor.

"Braking Away 10 Icons Cycling Tour was my first multiday cycling trip and I am blown away by the whole experience.
What a route, 10 marquee climbs that are on everybody’s bucket list; but believe me this is some serious cycling (climbing). The result is that I have come away with a fantastic sense of personal achievement.

I was physically tested every day, but Gordon & Ciara have built a fantastic infrastructure with Braking Away, you just have to add your energy, resilience and determination.

Meticulous planning and execution is evident from the outset and this is continued across the week. Gordon & Ciara (and the rest of the support team) do all that they can to ensure that you have a successful week.

Braking Away provides a supportive environment with a selection of great hotels for your overnight stops." S.Evans

"3 of us joined the 10 Icons tour. Wow, fantastic organisation and wonderfully friendly crew allied with a magnificent route made an amazing trip.

Gordon and Ciara (Breaking Away) were the perfect hosts. Obviously lots of work behind the scenes beforehand to sort hotels and admin so that on tour they seemed to focus exclusively on our enjoyment on tour and what great characters they both are, on the road and the in the hotels.

I have every intention of joining them on another tour, so a money where
mouth is recommendation." Humphrey T.

"As the CEO of the charity who worked with Braking Away Tours for this event I cant recommend Gordon and his crew at Braking Away Tours enough. The planning in the months leading up to the event was extremely detailed. The care and attention the cyclists received for the duration of the tour from highly experienced mechanics and support crew was second to none. The hotels and food stops along the way were just fantastic. I have done cycling tours in the past and this without doubt is the most superior and professionally run of them all." L. Masterson.

"Super event to support such a great cause the Irish Youth Foundation. Braking Away team pulled out all the stops and delivered a fantastic event. Despite very wet and windy days the team had all the transport and accommodation perfectly sorted with lovely hotels and food. Routes and days were well planed and thought out for the group." A. Moore.

"I did Mizen to Malin in September 2021. It was extremely well organised. All we had to do was enjoying the cycle. Snacks, breaks, mechanic support, emotional support, great fun. It was all there. Highly recommend these guys." B. Mulligan.

"Superb , so well organized great trip Mizen to Malin . everything just ran so smoothly , the guys couldn't of been more helpful." S.Durham.

"Excellent tour company, very professional and well organised. Great crew and support throughout. Highly recommend. Will definitely use them again!" C. O' Dwyer.

I spent the last 7 days documenting a charity cycle for The Irish Youth Foundation organised by Gordon Geraghty and Braking Away Cycle Tours from Milan to Rome. Through wind, hail, mist and rain. Thankfully the sun came out in Rome. They raised about 100k and still taking donations. It is their biggest fund raising event and they have projects all over Ireland that need funding. Getting up at 7 every day and cycling 140km is what 54 people did with their holidays to fund raise."

Owen O' Connor - Professional Photographer.