I've been living in Sweden for the last seven years and when a mate of mine suggested going mountain biking on a recent return to Ireland, it seemed like a great idea. Now, here's the thing - mountain biking looks easy but if you're coordination and balance is atrocious as mine, the sport is a bit trickier than you might think.

This is a small hill only about 250m. that is well sheltered from the elements. The forrest is a mix of native deciduous trees and spruce. There is a few good climbs here nothing too strenuous but it will get the heart going. The trail is a mix of wide forest tracks and narrow single track. It is quite quiet up there has a tendency to get overgrown as a result. I Like to do a few laps. This hill is a great place to come to escape from the world. It offers fantastic views of the coast and really gentle terrain.

The mountain where Trail 84132 runs, stands tall and forms part of a range of mountains. The wooded area forms part of the U shape of mountains. This area offers spectacular views. The forest is a mix of Natural Oak and Spruce and sustains lots of wildlife. You are quite likely to find a Dear bounding ahead of you on the trail in the early morning. The woods are somewhat linear and have a number of car park entrances. There are a number of walking trails here and it is also permitted to camp here in the wild. Subject to certain criteria. The beauty of the mountain is that it sweeps down to a really picturesque area to meet the river below.

This unattractive hilltop is everything urban. Some great views of the coast but that is about it as far as the landscape goes. It is a busy spot and is never quiet at any time. It is rugged and patchy where the forests have been ripped out of the landscape. However it is a much needed recreational resource in this part of the country. Unfortunately It is very underdeveloped in that regard. The terrain is hard and rugged. Unlike the rolling green hills that you see in Wicklow for example, this mountain just stands there like Arnold Schwarzennegar.