Show Notes
Micky reviews the 2026 Sheephaven 70.3 with age group winners (Oliver Harkin and Joe Hand) and podium finishers (Conor Maguire and Helen Perry). We get great insight into the top racers perspective on this epic event and discuss the mystical lure of the Donegal hills that brings us back to test our mettle year after year!
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