Brian O’MahonyJun 17, 2023Ballinskelligs TriathlonHARDMAN's only Olympic distance race, over the sand and hills of the Ballinskelligs coastline. For me this was the ninth and final event...
Brian O’MahonyApr 2, 2022Killarney DuathlonHARDMAN's Duathlon in Killarney is their first multisport event of the year. It is a Standard or Olympic distance meaning a 10km run,...
Brian O’MahonyOct 2, 2021Valentia Sprint Triathlon As An Ironman (2021)HARDMAN's Valentia Island Sprint Triathlon. Take 2. A fitting end to a year of triathlon. I was a complete novice when I did this race in...
Brian O’MahonyAug 28, 2021Killarney Full IronmanHARDMAN Killarney is an Ironman distance triathlon in one of the most scenic locations in Ireland. This is an account of my journey to...
Brian O’MahonyJul 31, 2021Bantry Half IronmanHARDMAN's Bantry Bay half triathlon is intentionally challenging. The run is notorious and not for the feint of heart, but it's a unique...
Brian O’MahonyJul 10, 2021Waterville Half IronmanHARDMAN's Waterville half triathlon has been my go to recommendation for anyone considering longer distance races. Tough as it was, I...
Brian O’MahonyMay 19, 2021Compostella Sprint TriathlonMid 2021 I was addicted to triathlon and wanted to share it with my friends. Races were being cancelled due to the pandemic so I planned...
Brian O’MahonySep 26, 2020Valentia Sprint Triathlon As A Beginner (2020)HARDMAN's Valentia Island sprint triathlon was my first taste of the sport. It's a very unique race and it's what hooked me. This is an...