BIANCHI Specialissima Pista – authentic track bike of Moreno ARGENTIN (1986) – SOLD

Bianchi is the world’s oldest bicycle-making company still in existence, founded in 1885 by Eduardo Bianchi in Milan, Italy. No doubt, Bianchi is the pioneer of bicycle development since the beginning. They invented equal-sized wheels with pneumatic rubber tires in 1895, first bicycle ever featuring a cardan joint transmission in 1901 and front brake system in 1913.

Throughout Bianchi’s 130-year history, the Specialissima name has represented the pinnacle of the Italian legend’s road machine line-up. The ”Specialissima” was introduced in early 1960s as successor of famous ”Campione del mondo” model and remains Bianchi’s top model till today.

Moreno Argentin (born 17 December 1960) is an Italian former professional cyclist (from 1981 to 1994). Born in San Donà di Piave (Veneto), Argentin won stages in the Tour de France, the Giro d’Italia, and the Tour de Suisse. Known as Il Capo (“The Boss”), he won Liège–Bastogne–Liège four times, the La Flèche Wallonne three times, and the Tour of Flanders and Giro di Lombardia once. He became Italian national champion in 1983 and 1989, and world champion in 1986.

Moreno Argentin (Team Gewiss), early 1987

Proudly presenting another highly collectible racing machine – Bianchi Specialissima Pista Reparto Corse, an authentic track bike of Moreno Argentin. He used this bike in 1986 and 1987 for sprint trainings on the track. Superb frame is shinning in iconic celeste paint, fully built with Campagnolo Super Record Pista groupset, 3ttt stem and handlebar, Selle Italia Turbo Special saddle. No much words needed.

A dream for every vintage bike collector. Signed by Moreno Argentin.

Frame & Fork: Bianchi Specialissima Pista Reparto Corse / Columbus SL / made for M.Argentin

Size:

– seat tube (c-t): 54.5 cm

– top tube (c-c): 53.5 cm

– headset tube: 12.8 cm

– standover: 78.5 cm

Crankset: Campagnolo Super Record Pista (167.5mm)

Bottom Bracket: Campagnolo Super Record Pista

Pedals: Campagnolo Super Record Pista

Hubs: Campagnolo Super Record Pista

Seatpost: Campagnolo Super Record (27,2mm)

Saddle: Selle Italia Super Turbo

Stem: 3ttt

Handlebar: 3ttt

Condition: Mint condition. Original paint and decals. Signed by M.Argentin.

Year: 1986

Price: SOLD (October 2024)