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​ Vlad Watch – Tour de France Stage 5 Stage Result Stage: 5 – Lannemezan → Pau (158.3 km) Winner: Olav Kooij DECATHLON CMA CGM TEAM 3H 29' 07" Vlad Van Mechelen finished safely with the peloton after a controlled day for the sprinters’ teams. There were no significant time losses for him or the main contenders despite a late crash near the finish.   General Classification: Vlad remains focused on his support role and stage opportunities rather than the overall classification. He drops 1 place to 56 th  Breakaway Watch Breakaway rider: Baptiste Veistroffer (Lotto) was the only rider to establish a meaningful breakaway. Teams represented: Lotto. How it formed: Veistroffer attacked early and was allowed to build an advantage as the sprinters’ teams were content to control the gap. Maximum advantage: His lead grew to several minutes before the bunch steadily reduced it. How it ended: The breakaway was reeled in well before the finish as the sprint teams prepa...

Vlad Van Mechelen has made a very encouraging start to the 2026 Tour de France, especially considering this is his Tour debut. His highlights so far include: Stage 4: Van Mechelen was part of the 34-rider breakaway that gained enough time to contest the stage victory. It was a strong, aggressive ride that put him in the spotlight for much of the day.   Although he didn’t finish on the podium, making the decisive break in a Tour stage is a significant achievement for a young rider and shows that his team trusted him with the opportunity.   After the opening mountain stage (Stage 3), he was sitting 75th overall , having ridden solidly through the first difficult days of the race.   At just 22 years old , Van Mechelen is widely regarded as one of Belgium’s brightest prospects. His role at this Tour is primarily to gain experience, support his team, and take opportunities in breakaways rather than challenge for the general classification. Stage 5 is shaping up as a day...

If you're searching for the best deals on Giant and Liv bikes in Ireland, premium cycling accessories, or performance nutrition, IrishCycleSport is your one-stop online destination. Whether you're a beginner, weekend sportive rider, commuter or competitive cyclist, we offer carefully selected products to help you ride further, faster and more comfortably. Giant & Liv Sale Bikes – Save on Premium Performance Looking to upgrade your bike? IrishCycleSport now offers fantastic savings across a range of Giant and Liv bicycles, including some of the most popular road bikes available today. Current sale models include: Giant TCR Advanced Giant Propel Advanced Giant Defy Advanced Liv Langma Advanced Liv EnviLiv Liv Avail Advanced These bikes combine lightweight frames, cutting-edge technology and race-proven performance, making them ideal for everything from weekend club spins to racing and long-distance sportives. Giant's road range includes the versatile TCR, aerodynamic Prop...

​ Personal Training Now Available at Giant Store Dublin Want to get fitter, stronger, drop a little weight or just not sure where to start Let us introduce Louise , our resident fitness coach, sports nutritionist and retail assistant in the shop. Now offering professional 1-to-1 Personal Training from our Long Mile Road store. Whether your goal is to:  Improve your cycling performance    Build strength and endurance    Lose weight and improve fitness    Prepare for your next sportive, race or event    Develop healthier nutrition and lifestyle habits   Louise brings over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, with qualifications in nutrition, gym instruction and personal training, helping clients of all fitness levels achieve lasting results. She has a fully functional PT room instore and can help you achieve your goals Every programme is tailored to your individual goals, whether you're just starting your fitness journey or...

  Super Cycling Sunday – Inaugural 100km Ride Report After registration and a short safety briefing,  24 riders rolled out from Giant Store Dublin for the inaugural Super Cycling Sunday 100km Ride , proudly supported by Shimano UK  ,  GIANT UK and GIANT Dublin . The group set off at a steady, controlled pace, making their way through South Dublin before heading onto the spectacular roads of County Wicklow. The first regroup took place just outside Bray at the top of the steady Windgates climb, giving everyone the chance to catch their breath and enjoy the views before continuing. From there, the route took the riders through the picturesque seaside town of Greystones , following the stunning coastline before continuing through Newcastle , Rathnew , and onward into Ashford , where a well-earned water and refreshment stop gave everyone the opportunity to refuel, rehydrate, and prepare for the biggest challenge of the day. With bottles topped up energy restored thanks...

  Mondello Park, Co. Kildare 20–21 June 2026 The 2026 Mondello24 once again delivered an unforgettable weekend of endurance cycling, and Team Giant & Liv Dublin was proud to field three teams in one of Ireland's most challenging endurance events. Over 24 continuous hours, our riders demonstrated determination, resilience and exceptional teamwork, supported every step of the way by family, friends and a dedicated pit crew. Our Teams Team Giant Dublin 1 Adrian McLeavey Dave Ryan Eoin Stephens Troy Power Team Giant Dublin 2 Dave O'Toole Michael Whelan Ray Kenny Ciaran McConnell Team Liv Dublin Amy Sheehan Sharon Osborne Coleen Foley Petra Kraus The Bike Fleet Across the three teams, riders competed on a fleet showcasing the very best of Giant and Liv performance bikes: 5 Giant Propel 3 Giant TCR 2 Liv EnviLiv 1 Liv Langma 1 Liv Avail Advanced From the aerodynamic efficiency of the Propel and EnviLiv to the all-round capability of the TCR and Langma, together with the endurance...