There will be some in the 2010 race who remember the first race in 1980. Back then, within a few weeks of the preliminary race programme being published, more than 50 requests for it were received. As we all know the enthusiasm continues for the Round Ireland 30 years later. For those who’d like to see the original race details for the first time and for those folk who’d like a look down memory lane afloat.ie has published them below. Thanks to inaugural race skipper John Hall for keeping his copy nice and safe!