Italy's passion for cycling has a long history, starting with the first bicycle race in 1869, and in 1885, the world's oldest bicycle assembly was established - BIANCHI, to this day, they still offer world-famous bicycle brands such as Colnago and Pinarello, among many well-known brands, who is the best bicycle brand in your mind?
Bianchi
Founded in 1885, Bianchi is the oldest surviving bicycle brand with a long history. Its unique azure (Celeste) livery has become the label of the brand.
There is a romantic legend behind this color: founder Edoardo Bianchi was commissioned to make bicycles for Queen Margaret, and he looked at the color of the queen's eyes so fascinated that he painted the bike in the same hue. More people say it's just the colors over Milan.
Wilier Triestina
Founded in 1906, William was another manufacturer of bicycles with a long history, and they were once used by Italian infantrymen.
With the end of the stationmaster, Wilier soon fell into trouble with no wartime demand for infantry bicycles: in 1952, the company collapsed due to arrears in payment for a batch of machines. After another 18 years, Wilier was bought by the brothers Lino and Antonio Gastaldello, and Wilier Triestina got a second chance.
Now Willian has established himself in the Grand Tour under the leadership of the Astana driver.
Cinelli
Founded in 1948 in the Lombardy district of Milan, Italy, it may not be the most famous Italian bicycle manufacturer, but it is one of the most important. The Cinelli frame is known as a symbol of the aesthetics of the Italian bicycle.
Cinelli's latest flagship is a bike called the Nemo Zagato. This is a limited edition 100 road bike made of Columbus steel. Classics like Dali Car Design Company Zagato's Alfa Romeo.
Plum blossom (Colnago)
Founded in 1954, Plum Blossom is arguably the most well-known Italian bicycle brand on the market. Plum Bike has won numerous awards in various major competitions, and the most famous rider, Eddie Mox, has also added a lot of legend to the brand.
In addition to history, plum blossoms now sponsor the Emirates air team, and young driver Bogacha has also brought plum blossoms back to the top.
Pinarello
In 1951, Giovanni Pinarello finished the tour in Italy wearing a black dress representing the last place. In 1953 he founded the Pinarello Bicycle.
The company is extremely legible with its wavy shaped fork and frame. Since 2011, it has been a sponsor of the British Ineos (Sky) car.
De Rosa
Since 1953, from a small workshop in Milan to one of the world's most famous bicycle manufacturers, De Rosa has provided bikes of exceptional quality for everyone from entry-level riders to some of the world's best road racers.
De Rosa is also a regular at the Grand Tour, but due to their lack of well-established distribution channels, their influence is not as big as the previous ones, but there is no denying that De Rosa is a well-known Italian brand.
In addition to the above, there are more historic Italian bicycle brands, as well as more historic Italian accessory manufacturers such as Campagnolo Kit, Santini (Santini Clothing Manufacturer), Selle San Marco (Serre San Marco Saddle Manufacturer) and so on.
Not sure which Italian bike brand you like the most?