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The best of the last week on RCUK

The countdown to the season’s first Grand Tour is rapidly ticking down as Northern Ireland prepares to host the Giro d’Italia’s Grande Partenza.

Anybody heading over the Irish Sea to witness it will be in for a treat too.

Our man George Scott made the trip to check out how the country is shaping up for its big moment.

Race rig prepped for Paris-Roubaix

Super-stiff German race bike with impressive comfort and handling

Stefano Sirotti pics from the key form-finder for the Ardennes Classics

Defending champion Roman Kreuziger leads strong field for first Ardennes Classic

Slovak sensation's weapon of choice for the cobbled Classics