RIB Runs Ireland

Lough Corrib Powerboat Run in aid of Cancer Care West will take place on Saturday 18/10/2025 with all boating enthusiasts invited to participate.

The Powerboat Run will capture the scenic River Corrib, Menlo Castle, Inchagoill island, Ashford Castle, Castlekirk, and Maam Valley all on the Republic of Ireland's largest lake!

A safe, fun packed & exhilarating day awaits all participants with attractions for all ages, all while rasing funds for charity.

Local knowledge and guidance will be provided over the day, consisting of about 70NM.

Departs CRYC at 09:30am.
Approx return time 18:00pm

Full parking is available at NUIG College campus car park.
A suitable slipway is provided by Corrib Rowing & Yachting Club. Please arrive in advance and allow sufficient time.
Eircode H91 R2K4

We kindly ask that all interested participants complete the following form by 15th October confirming attendance.
https://site.corsizio.com/event/68d5302e9fd7edc29053ee84
"Lough Corrib Powerboat" page also has above registration link for ease:

For any further information, please contact me via WhatsApp to be added to "Powerboats in the West" communications group, which currently has over 200 members.

Any safety Boat Drivers available contact SWIM EIRE if ye can help in any way at all

Any safety boat Drivers available from Monday on give SWIM EIRE a shout

Swim Éire | Join the Adventure Now Join Daragh's historic swim around Ireland's coast. Support ocean conservation and vital charities by participating and donating to Swim Éire's mission.

Fastnet Rib Run Points of interest. No1 Turkhead. No2 Cunnamore pier No3. East Skeam No4. Castle island Anyone not familiar with the area i would ask to follow the same line as us going through these areas any questions just send us a message or ask us on the day

Loads of reports of outboards being stolen in the West Cork area over the last few weeks.

Some were stolen in Schull last night and more in Glandore the week before last.

Please keep an eye out for suspicious activity and contact the local Garda station if you have any information.

It may seem a long time since the 19th of October, but we are delighted to soon announce the grand total raised from the event!

This will be announced over the weekend so make sure to keep an eye out! 👏🏼

Another one over the Xmas if anyone is interested get in touch with mobile listed below

Finish 2024 strong. Social Powerboat Spin on Lough Ree this December 28th.

Planning to depart Coosan Point for Tarmonbarry at 10:00, aiming to arrive at Keenan’s Pub by 12:00, docking downstream of the lock. Departing Tarmonbarry at 13:45 for Sean’s Bar in Athlone and back to Coosan Point by 16:20. Storage for boats in the water and/or on their trailers available for anyone who needs it at a private facility.

Total distance is 47nm, and we are planning on 25 knots. We have 5 boats so far; another 4 or 5 boats would be ideal. After Christmas, either really suits people to get out of the house, or not at all! Call/Text/WhatsApp 087 2218706 if you’d like to join us.

Start the season off with the Bull Run next year it disappoint 👌

Anyone for kicking off the season with Powerboat Cork for a Rib Run ??

We are almost back on the water for the 2024 season 😎 but before our courses start we would like to organise a rib run who’s up for some boating?