Bianchi "Campione del Mondo" - 1953
Owned by: Mario Romeo
| Frame |
Bianchi "Campione del Mondo", frame number 200148 - 1953; Seat-tube 23.2" |
| Wheels |
Fiamme sprint rims on FB Hubs small-flange quick release hubs |
| Chainset | Bianchi double |
| Pedals | Period Italian pedals (awaiting Bianchi Sheffield), Christophe clips Binda straps |
| Gears | Campagnolo Gran Sport front and rear |
| Brakes | Universal Extra Model 51 (BREV 453949) sidepull stirrups with Universal levers and hoods |
| Stem/Bars | Ambrosio Champion with Bianchi integrated headset |
| Saddle | Brooks |
| Extra details | "Campione del
Mondo"
model to commemorate the World Championship victory of Fausto Coppi in
1953 at Lugano, Switzerland. The previous owner did a terrific
job bringing this back to life. The rear hub had the 53 date code on
cone. The bike is a joy to ride and shifts very well,it bike is in
unrestored condition apart from the bartape, tyres and hoods. |
'Bianchi' on one side, 'Campione del Mondo' on the other, of downtube
Campagnolo 'open C' levers, chrome head lug and fork crown
Campagnolo Gran Sport front and rear changers, Bianchi chainset
Campagnolo 'open C' levers, chrome head lug and fork crown
 View showing transfers and front brake stirrup
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 Side view showing Bianchi integrated head set
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Campagnolo Gran Sport front and rear changers, Bianchi chainset