CARRERA “Gold One” Columbus EL, Campagnolo Racing T 8s, 65.5 cm (1994) – SOLD

Carrera was an Italian-based road bicycle racing team active from 1984 to 1996, named after sponsoring Italian jeans manufacturer Carrera and became an icon of Italian cycling successes.

In 1989, Carrera manager Davide Boifava together with Luciano Bracchi and Francesco Boifava founded Carrera Podium, a high-end bike manufacturer. It was founded as a result of experiences gained in professional cycling races by the three partners. The company’s goal which is simple and clear, and which is supported by a rich history of over 500 victories in the most prestigious competitions. From 1990 on, Pantani, Chiappucci, Roche, Bontempi,  Abdoesjaparov, Sorensen, Tafi, Zberg, Zaina,.. rode this Carrera bikes made by their experts. Back in 1994, they were using almost identical frames, to the one we are presenting here.

Carrera Jeans Team 1994

Happy to offer another iconic Italian steel racing machine – Carrera ”Gold One” by Podium. The frameset is made of Columbus EL (Extra leggeri means Extra light), shines in beautiful Carrera Jeans Team edition paintjob, built with Campagnolo Racing T parts (first Campagnolo 3×8 gearings), Campagnolo Melbourne wheels, San Marco Regal saddle. This beauty is ready for serious ridding, to enjoy easy Sunday ride or to hang on the wall as decoration. Love at first sight.

The legend. Fair price.

Frameset: Carrera ‘Gold One’ Team Edition – Columbus EL Extra Leggeri

Size:

– seat tube (c-t): 65.5 cm

– top tube (c-c): 60.5 cm

– headset tube: 21 cm

– standover: 88.5 cm

Crankset: Campagnolo Racing T (triple)

Rear derailleur: Campagnolo Racing T

Front derailleur: Campagnolo Racing T

Bottom bracket: Campagnolo

Levers: Campagnolo Chorus Ergopower 8s

Headset: Campagnolo Chorus

Cassette: Campagnolo 8s

Brakes: Campagnolo Record

Stem: ITM Eclypse

Handlebar: 3ttt Forma

Rims: Campagnolo Melbourne 56

Hubs: Campagnolo Chorus

Seatpost: Campagnolo Chorus (27,2mm)

Seat: San Marco Regal

Tires: Veloflex Master

Handlebar Tape: Cinelli (original)

Condition: Mint condtion. Ridden for a few km. Almost no signs of use. No cracks, no dents,  not bent. Original paint and decals. Like new!

Year: 1994/95

Price: SOLD (August 2022)