Gran Fondo Giro d�Italia Northern Ireland

OFFICIAL GIRO BIG START LEGACY EVENT RETURNS TO NORTHERN IRELAND

As in 2015 and 2016, the 2017 edition of the Gran Fondo Giro d'Italia Northern Ireland will be a special experience with fully closed roads, two challenging routes and post-ride party with Italian cuisine, beer and wine.

The Gran Fondo Giro d’Italia NI weekend is fast becoming one of the “must-ride” sportives in the UK and Ireland. Cycling Plus Magazine ranked the sportive in its Top 5 “Best of 2016” and Cycling Weekly Magazine named it “One of the top 16 sportives to ride in the UK and Ireland.” We understand what is important to sportive riders, and aim to deliver a special experience focused on you the riders.

Past editions of the GFNI have seen pro cyclists Richie Porte, Gianni Bugno and Stephen Roche taking part in the ride, and we will be announcing big name stars in the coming weeks who will help us celebrate the 100th edition of the Giro d’Italia with some special events.

The Giro d’Italia trophy, “Trofeo Senza Fine” will be on site at the Giro Expo and will be available for riders and fans to get their photos taken with this iconic sports trophy.

The Giro Expo will take place Saturday 3 June and Sunday 4 June. Rider registration, cycle industry, Food NI vendors and post ride pasta party will all be buzzing over the whole weekend.