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How is Colnago celebrating 70 years of bicycle history? With a fully Italian limited edition creation that blends classic material with modern construction methods, of course. The Steelnovo is a gorgeous addition to the Colnago steel lineage with seamlessly integrated 3D-printed lugs. Only 70 of these beauties will be offered, with a price to match…
Colnago’s history with steel dates back to the early days of the company’s founding in Cambiago, in 1954. Up until the late 90’s steel was a huge part of the brand, whether it was brazed or welded. Working hand in hand with Columbus to develop custom tube shapes, Colnago has continued that tradition here with Columbus tubing mated to 3D-printed steel lugs made by Additiva. Colnago Steelnovo 70th anniversary road bike with 3d printed components Colnago Steelnovo 70th anniversary road bike with 3d printed components Colnago Steelnovo 70th anniversary road bike with 3d printed components Colnago Steelnovo 70th anniversary road bike with 3d printed components Those 3D printed components include the top and bottom head tube lugs, seat tube-top tube and seat stay lugs, rear dropouts, and custom components like the head tube logo printed in relief.
Thanks to the 3D printed droput, the Steelnovo features one of the sleekest UDH dropouts we’ve seen. While the Steelnovo does offer tire clearance for up to 700c x 35mm, it’s still a […]
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