Bianchi Via Nirone, good deal?
03-09-09, 02:58 PM
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Bianchi Via Nirone, good deal?
I'm new to biking and I already have a lower end road bike. I'm looking to buy a road bike for recreational use that will last quite some time. I really like the Bianchi Via Nirone Sora, but have no clue where I can buy it and for what price I should buy it for. Anyone know any bike shops in Minnesota (minnepolis area) that sells this for a good deal?
For some reason, the MSRP is always lower than what they sell in stores... I don't know why!
For some reason, the MSRP is always lower than what they sell in stores... I don't know why!
03-09-09, 03:29 PM
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The stores need to make a profit - they do this by raising the prices a bit.
Also, a store can HELP you - you can talk to salespeople, try the bikes, get fitted, etc.
How much are they asking for the bike you are looking at?
Also, a store can HELP you - you can talk to salespeople, try the bikes, get fitted, etc.
How much are they asking for the bike you are looking at?
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Before settling on a bike it would be best to go to your bike store to see what products they have. You need to sit on and ride a few to see how they feel.
03-13-09, 06:24 PM
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I live in the Twin Cities and am looking for Via Nirone too. Go to the Bianchi website and and locate dealers in the area. I have found Hollywood Cycles, County Cycles and Grand Performance to be very helpful.
Good luck and tell me if you find any sweet deals! I need a 59cm!
Good luck and tell me if you find any sweet deals! I need a 59cm!
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If you already have a lower end bike, I don't think the Bianchi Via Nirone Sora is a significant upgrade. The frame might be fine, but the parts are low end.
03-16-09, 09:41 PM
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Bianchi!
So i just bought a Bianchi from Grand Performance. Granted that I paid 1000 for a 08 Via Nirone Tiagra, it was worth it! I figure it'll be a good investment for my health and transportation!
I found some really good deals at a dealer in st. cloud - Granite City Cycle. A guy named Fred works there and had a few Nirone's on sale! One was 600! (but it was a 53cm), you should email him and ask him if he still has any left! --> wakemills@hotmail.com.
Good luck finding a Bianchi!
I found some really good deals at a dealer in st. cloud - Granite City Cycle. A guy named Fred works there and had a few Nirone's on sale! One was 600! (but it was a 53cm), you should email him and ask him if he still has any left! --> wakemills@hotmail.com.
Good luck finding a Bianchi!
03-16-09, 09:43 PM
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So i just bought a Bianchi from Grand Performance. Granted that I paid 1000 for a 08 Via Nirone Tiagra, it was worth it! I figure it'll be a good investment for my health and transportation!
I found some really good deals at a dealer in st. cloud - Granite City Cycle. A guy named Fred works there and had a few Nirone's on sale! One was 600! (but it was a 53cm), you should email him and ask him if he still has any left! --> wakemills@hotmail.com.
Good luck finding a Bianchi!
I found some really good deals at a dealer in st. cloud - Granite City Cycle. A guy named Fred works there and had a few Nirone's on sale! One was 600! (but it was a 53cm), you should email him and ask him if he still has any left! --> wakemills@hotmail.com.
Good luck finding a Bianchi!
03-16-09, 10:30 PM
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I live in the Twin Cities area too, I got a 105 Bianchi Via Nirone for $850, but that shop must've been clearing them out. GP seems to always have them, so does Hoigaards, and Minnetonka Cycle and Ski is really helpful. I like mine, it's a good bike for the type of riding around here. I even biked it up to Duluth last summer and I race it all the time.
If you really need to, Jensonusa.com always has a good price on them.
If you really need to, Jensonusa.com always has a good price on them.
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So i just bought a Bianchi from Grand Performance. Granted that I paid 1000 for a 08 Via Nirone Tiagra, it was worth it! I figure it'll be a good investment for my health and transportation!
I found some really good deals at a dealer in st. cloud - Granite City Cycle. A guy named Fred works there and had a few Nirone's on sale! One was 600! (but it was a 53cm), you should email him and ask him if he still has any left! --> wakemills@hotmail.com.
Good luck finding a Bianchi!
I found some really good deals at a dealer in st. cloud - Granite City Cycle. A guy named Fred works there and had a few Nirone's on sale! One was 600! (but it was a 53cm), you should email him and ask him if he still has any left! --> wakemills@hotmail.com.
Good luck finding a Bianchi!
"wakemills at hotmail com" or even leave off the com or something... don't know if they're still defeated by the "at" for "@" trick(s)...
03-23-09, 07:53 PM
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So i just bought a Bianchi from Grand Performance. Granted that I paid 1000 for a 08 Via Nirone Tiagra, it was worth it! I figure it'll be a good investment for my health and transportation!
I found some really good deals at a dealer in st. cloud - Granite City Cycle. A guy named Fred works there and had a few Nirone's on sale! One was 600! (but it was a 53cm), you should email him and ask him if he still has any left! --> wakemills@hotmail.com.
Good luck finding a Bianchi!
I found some really good deals at a dealer in st. cloud - Granite City Cycle. A guy named Fred works there and had a few Nirone's on sale! One was 600! (but it was a 53cm), you should email him and ask him if he still has any left! --> wakemills@hotmail.com.
Good luck finding a Bianchi!
Post pics of yours, please?
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I live in the Twin Cities area too, I got a 105 Bianchi Via Nirone for $850, but that shop must've been clearing them out. GP seems to always have them, so does Hoigaards, and Minnetonka Cycle and Ski is really helpful. I like mine, it's a good bike for the type of riding around here. I even biked it up to Duluth last summer and I race it all the time.
If you really need to, Jensonusa.com always has a good price on them.
If you really need to, Jensonusa.com always has a good price on them.
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i have a 105/ultegra mix via nirone..i paid much more than 1000 bucks but i LOVE the bike.
I also have a fixie for commuting and grocery store trips but i always find myself pulling the bianchi off the rack first.
its my first real road bike and it's a marvelous machine. i absolutely love the bike.
I also have a fixie for commuting and grocery store trips but i always find myself pulling the bianchi off the rack first.
its my first real road bike and it's a marvelous machine. i absolutely love the bike.
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i have a 105/ultegra mix via nirone..i paid much more than 1000 bucks but i LOVE the bike.
I also have a fixie for commuting and grocery store trips but i always find myself pulling the bianchi off the rack first.
its my first real road bike and it's a marvelous machine. i absolutely love the bike.
I also have a fixie for commuting and grocery store trips but i always find myself pulling the bianchi off the rack first.
its my first real road bike and it's a marvelous machine. i absolutely love the bike.
That is encouraging to hear. I hopefully will pick mine up tomorrow, just in time for the 30 degree weather and snow...
