The Limerick Bicycle Club recently organized one of its most enjoyable rides of the season, taking cyclists to Cappamore. The occasion was the sports day at the Royal Munster Fusiliers’ Camp, generating a lot of excitement.

A significant highlight of the event was the 440 Yards race, specifically for members of the Royal Irish Constabulary (R.I.C.) from Limerick and Clare. Fourteen participants lined up for the race, with Nicholls and O’Mahony (the latter nursing a sprained ankle) starting from scratch. The race was a grueling one, ultimately won by O’Driscoll from Fedamore, who claimed victory by a mere yard ahead of Nicholls, with O’Shea securing a commendable third place.

The weather for the event couldn’t have been better, and the cyclists enjoyed ideal conditions for their ride. To cap off the evening’s festivities, a “Smoker” was held in the Sergeants’ Mess, ensuring that the day ended on a jovial note. The members of the Royal Irish Constabulary received warm and hospitable treatment from the Sergeant-Major and all members of the mess, further enhancing the overall experience.

Constabulary Gazette (Dublin) – Saturday 07 July 1906