Oh No! I just bought a Bianchi Veloce
07-25-06, 07:51 AM
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Oh No! I just bought a Bianchi Veloce
I've been looking at "beaters" for awhile, but rarely found much that was cheap and decent. After missing a minty Cannondale with Chorus, I decided to spend a little more and get something a little nicer for a second bike. I decided I wanted a Campy double. So I searched ebay, local clubs, Craigslist, etc...
So last night I found a '03 Bianchi Veloce double with full Campy Veloce group, in nearly new condition. I've always been fond of Bianchis, and was my size and looked great, so I bit the bullet. Since it's a '03 it has a 9-speed group rather then a 10. I doubt I can share parts with the 10-speed Veloce group on my Cannondale, so that was the only drawback. But for the price I thought it was worth it.
Wheels are the only thing I'm not really certain of (Bianchi hubs; Mavic CXP-22 32h rims), but I think they will be fine.
Now I can't wait for it to arrive.
Here is a pic from the website, real pics will follow when it arrives:
and a link to the specs:
https://gianni.bianchiusa.com/2003/si..._VeloceX2.html
Keep your fingers crossed until it arrives.
John
So last night I found a '03 Bianchi Veloce double with full Campy Veloce group, in nearly new condition. I've always been fond of Bianchis, and was my size and looked great, so I bit the bullet. Since it's a '03 it has a 9-speed group rather then a 10. I doubt I can share parts with the 10-speed Veloce group on my Cannondale, so that was the only drawback. But for the price I thought it was worth it.
Wheels are the only thing I'm not really certain of (Bianchi hubs; Mavic CXP-22 32h rims), but I think they will be fine.
Now I can't wait for it to arrive.
Here is a pic from the website, real pics will follow when it arrives:
and a link to the specs:
https://gianni.bianchiusa.com/2003/si..._VeloceX2.html
Keep your fingers crossed until it arrives.
John
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07-25-06, 08:14 AM
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Originally Posted by R900
I think we have enough bikes now...
Congratz!
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if you don't mind, what's a bike like that go for?
07-25-06, 08:49 AM
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*jealous glare*
I *ache* for a nice Bianchi. Dunno why, they've always just "done it" for me.
I *ache* for a nice Bianchi. Dunno why, they've always just "done it" for me.
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Man, you won't be disappointed, I rode the same frame (Vigorelli) but with the Ultegra gruppo. You'll get
good, comfy miles w/o sacrificing performance.
I'm waiting myself for my Bianchi Pinella XL Boron frame, it should be arrivig this weekend. I'll be posting pics!
Corsaire
good, comfy miles w/o sacrificing performance.
I'm waiting myself for my Bianchi Pinella XL Boron frame, it should be arrivig this weekend. I'll be posting pics!
Corsaire
Originally Posted by R900
I've been looking at "beaters" for awhile, but rarely found much that was cheap and decent. After missing a minty Cannondale with Chorus, I decided to spend a little more and get something a little nicer for a second bike. I decided I wanted a Campy double. So I searched ebay, local clubs, Craigslist, etc...
So last night I found a '03 Bianchi Veloce double with full Campy Veloce group, in nearly new condition. I've always been fond of Bianchis, and was my size and looked great, so I bit the bullet. Since it's a '03 it has a 9-speed group rather then a 10. I doubt I can share parts with the 10-speed Veloce group on my Cannondale, so that was the only drawback. But for the price I thought it was worth it.
Wheels are the only thing I'm not really certain of (Bianchi hubs; Mavic CXP-22 32h rims), but I think they will be fine.
Now I can't wait for it to arrive.
Here is a pic from the website, real pics will follow when it arrives:
and a link to the specs:
https://gianni.bianchiusa.com/2003/si..._VeloceX2.html
Keep your fingers crossed until it arrives.
John
So last night I found a '03 Bianchi Veloce double with full Campy Veloce group, in nearly new condition. I've always been fond of Bianchis, and was my size and looked great, so I bit the bullet. Since it's a '03 it has a 9-speed group rather then a 10. I doubt I can share parts with the 10-speed Veloce group on my Cannondale, so that was the only drawback. But for the price I thought it was worth it.
Wheels are the only thing I'm not really certain of (Bianchi hubs; Mavic CXP-22 32h rims), but I think they will be fine.
Now I can't wait for it to arrive.
Here is a pic from the website, real pics will follow when it arrives:
and a link to the specs:
https://gianni.bianchiusa.com/2003/si..._VeloceX2.html
Keep your fingers crossed until it arrives.
John
07-25-06, 09:25 AM
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man....seems like everyone's buying bianchis right now! My 2001 XL Boron is getting delivered tomorrow....
07-25-06, 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by aballas
man....seems like everyone's buying bianchis right now! My 2001 XL Boron is getting delivered tomorrow....
I'm just getting the frame and plan to build it with Ultegra. I would've loved to have Campy on it
but I already have tools and wheels set for Shimano parts, so it's more cost effective just to keep
all Shimano at this point.
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Originally Posted by Corsaire
That's cool ! I hope you can post pics once you get a chance. Is it a full bike ?
I'm just getting the frame and plan to build it with Ultegra. I would've loved to have Campy on it
but I already have tools and wheels set for Shimano parts, so it's more cost effective just to keep
all Shimano at this point.
Corsaire
I'm just getting the frame and plan to build it with Ultegra. I would've loved to have Campy on it
but I already have tools and wheels set for Shimano parts, so it's more cost effective just to keep
all Shimano at this point.
Corsaire
yep full bike built up in 2002 w/ 9spd ultegra....almost no miles, and well kept....I can't wait....
I'm losing the ultegra stuff though and putting on my Campy group from my other bike
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We'll need our own subforum before too long. Just did 30 painless miles this AM before work. The weather is finally cooling down in the mornings some.
Have fun,
Bill
Have fun,
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Originally Posted by aballas
yep full bike built up in 2002 w/ 9spd ultegra....almost no miles, and well kept....I can't wait....
I'm losing the ultegra stuff though and putting on my Campy group from my other bike
I'm losing the ultegra stuff though and putting on my Campy group from my other bike
Can't wait too.
Corsaire
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Welcome to the club! I'm loving the 2001 Veloce I bought a few months ago. At least your wheels are decent, though. Mine came with 580 gram rims! Built up a lighter set and climb like a goat now (although I can't descend like I used to). Anyway, you need to get the Bianchi/Campagnolo kit and join the OCP club with us!
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See? You don't have enough bikes yet!
Always room in the stable for another, right John?
Of course the Celeste will clash with all your red gear.....
Off subject, I responded to your comments on the NITE ride. I believe there
is a picture of you both on the link I supplied.
Always room in the stable for another, right John?
Of course the Celeste will clash with all your red gear.....
Off subject, I responded to your comments on the NITE ride. I believe there
is a picture of you both on the link I supplied.
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Awesome John, Congrats, that's a great looking second bike!
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Nice bike!
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It is fantastic.
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Nice! When did they switch the Veloce from aluminum to steel?
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OH NO! you got a sweet bike!
Heh, I couldn't help it...with a thread named like it is, i have to poke at you a little
Heh, I couldn't help it...with a thread named like it is, i have to poke at you a little
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Originally Posted by voltman
Nice! When did they switch the Veloce from aluminum to steel?
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Originally Posted by urbanknight
2003, maybe 2002. My 2001 is steel and I thought I saw a 2002 posted on this site with steel. If these companies keep moving toward aluminum, I'm gonna have to only buy used bikes or start spending some serious cash on a boutique or titanium frame.
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You call that a beater? I wouldn't mind having it as my top bicycle...
07-25-06, 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by urbanknight
2003, maybe 2002. My 2001 is steel and I thought I saw a 2002 posted on this site with steel. If these companies keep moving toward aluminum, I'm gonna have to only buy used bikes or start spending some serious cash on a boutique or titanium frame.
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Welcome to the celeste army. Gotta love Celeste.
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Originally Posted by voltman
His 03 Veloce is aluminum but the 06 looks to be using Reynolds 631.
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Embrace the bianchi!!
(I know, the celeste factor on mine is about lame... the new saddle killed it, its ok though, im getting new bars and putting fresh celeste tape on there
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Nice find! Looking forward to the actual pictures.
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