Djouce wood is an extensive area of forest managed by Coillte and bordered to the south west by…read moreDjouce mountain close to Dublin in the Wicklow mountains. The wood is a mix of forest roads, trails and paths laid out and useable by walkers and mountain bikers alike. The area was once part of the Powerscourt Estate. The trails in the forest offer excellent views over the River Dargle valley to the Powersourt Waterfall which is the highest waterfall in Ireland and to Djouce Mountain (725m). The area has many other great walking trails including accessing the mountain area of Djouce, War Hill, White Hill and Maulin. It also gives access to the Wicklow way heading north through Crone and Lackan or south to Ballinastoe. There are two specific trails in Djouce wood, the red (Deerpark) and the blue trail. The red trail is approximately 3 hours long and deemed a moderate level walk. It's along mostly forest paths and a few forest roads. It can be quite wet, muddy, and open to the elements so this trail is best approached with appropriate wet gear and walking shoes or boots. The blue trail at one and a half hours is an easier route on drier woodland trails which wouldn't require the same level of dressing for the weather and environment. The carpark is well maintained and at the moment is open until 4pm in the afternoon. Coillte's website www.coillteoutdoors.ie provides driving directions and maps of the trails available in this wood.

My husband and I had a fabulous time biking! The views were breath taking and our tour guy was so…read moremuch fun. I would highly recommend!!

From the owner: We provide high quality bike rental, guided tours and lessons.read more

I joined Epic MTB and found them to be a race focused MTB club who are proud to be just that…read more They have become one of the largest, most active MTB clubs in Ireland and dominated the 2012 race season across the board. If you want to ride and race with some of the best MTB'ers in Ireland on some of the best trails around and get seriously fit doing it, its the club for you.

From the owner: EPIC supports all off-road cyclingincluding: Cross Country, Enduro, Cyclo Cross & MTB Sportivesread more

Today was my second time using this shop. A couple of years ago, they fixed a puncture in just a…read morefew minutes, and I was delighted with the service. However, on that occasion, it was 'cash only'. Today, I had a small, niggling problem with my bike and stopped off on my way home. The man looked at it and came up with a workaround solution that involved cleverly applying a couple of plastic ties - and then refused payment! (I ended up buying an accessory I needed - but that was off my own bat as I was so impressed with the way he went about helping me out.) He also told me that for bike services, he will sometimes offer a lend of a replacement bike. Oh, and they currently accept credit and debit cards. Sorted!

Got a brand new fuji mountain bike was given free lights and lock,there was a new showroom full of…read morefuji,gt,and claud butler bikes owner was really nice guy got free refreshments was also wait for it given free delivery of bike to my home owner said we could have free service on bicycle in next 6 months at our convenience also free and easy parking directly outside the shop!!!really happy with choice of bike would recommend this shop in Dublin 1

I went here to buy my new bike, been a bit of cheeky sod i pretended not to be too familiar with…read morethe new ranges and equipment. This is where a place either shines or fails. Michael He shone. Not once did these guys try steer me a bum deal. All the advice was good honest and precise. The range may be a little limited in store but I knew what I was after and it was in stock so I was one up. I am sure they would get you the model you wanted and let you try before buying. A little further research and I have yet to find anyone with a bad word to say about this shop. I have been led to believe that the mechanic is first class but I have no experience in that side. Give them a shot.

Had my bike serviced recently, I didn't want to get too muchwork done on it as would go for a new…read morebike instead if it wasnt cost effective. I told the lads to fix the bike up as best as they could but if the chainset and crank were gone I didnt want to get any work done as would prefer to spend money on a new bike. I was told they were fine and they fix the parrts they said were casuing me problems, one which I was dubious about. turns out the chainset and cranks were worn. It would put me off buying a bike from them in the future

This business adds electric power to your current bicycle excellent for commuting in and out of…read morework. Charging a bike costs less than 10c for a 30k range. Pretty good when you consider petrol is heading to 1.60 a litre. They also service all bikes and sell a large range of road and mountain bikes.

I am rather fortunate to have Cyclepower less than a minute away from my house in the new location…read moreat the top of Crumlin Village. Focusing on bike servicing now rather than bike sales, Gerry, the mechanic and owner is extremely experienced and professional. Has relationships with some of the top multinational companies in Dublin for servicing their employees bikes. Highly recommended to keep your bike in top condition.

Venturing down a woodland trail puts things into perspective. Trees join limbs before the sky and…read moresunshine filters down in golden patches. Bees land on wild flowers and the sound of birdsong is powerful. All of a sudden, the softest blanket of purple haze shimmers before me. A shock of bluebells huddle together, their heads downcast. The astonishing splendour of nature has awoken me and I feel like telling the bluebells to look up. Look up and appreciate the beauty around you. The magnificence of yourselves.

Went for a lovely walk here recently. It's a bit out of my way but I wouldn't mind coming back,…read moreespecially in Spring when the bluebells and wild garlic are in full bloom. Seemingly there are walks to the extend of 10km and well sign posted. Some of the ways we walked are lovely small. Just pure nature. A nice suurounding to unwind.

The walk that starts from Sean Moore Park and ends a little after the Pigeon House (another Dublin…read morelandmark) is a perfect spring/ summer outing. On a nice sunny day, I can think of nothing better to do then spend the afternoon strolling down the pathways of the Irishtown Nature Walk. The walk itself is not arduous but still not easy. The trail bends and twists and is at times hilly, but there are a number of benches to rest and to gaze at the beautiful view of sand and sea. The hike will take you through blackberry bushes and tall grass. There are a number of sea birds to look out for. This activity is popular with athletic types. Joggers, dog walkers and cyclists raced past me. Overall, it was a quiet and relaxing hike, one that will work up an appetite.

I am incredibly lucky to have this right on my doorstep, a headland with lovely sea views and wild…read moreovergrown parkland to explore at the same time... lovely. Sometimes when I really want to shake things up I go and join the local druggies and alcoholics in the park to discuss the deeper philosophical quandaries and questions like when the fridge door closes does the light go out. A few of them having recently slept in a fridge were able to confirm that yes, the light does go out. ..er... yeah, deffo only to be explored during daylight hours.