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Belagerent
@lesterama
I went in 2018. Loved it. Great food, amazing scenery and very friendly locals. The east coast is gorgeous. We didn't ride most of the built-up west. Here's a write-up I did of the trip.
Some tips that spring to mind:
If you are doing the whole island, it's best to go anti-clockwise because of the prevailing wind on the west coast. We spent the last two days riding into a headwind.
Be prepared for torrential rain in the north-east.
If you are planning on taking your bike on the train, double-check the rules. In some parts you can just stick your bike on. In others you need a plastic cover as minimum. And in others you need a proper bike box - as we discovered too late.