Late 80s/Early 90s 56cm Giordana Capella

With the time popular Oria tubing used by other well known Italian frame companies, this bicycle proved to be no exception to the quality of Italian bike manufacturing. Featuring Japanese components throughout it is the best of both worlds.

The groupset consists of Shimano Dura Ace components. The Dura Ace downtube shifters are indexing at its finest. Also, the front and real derailleur are unbelievably smooth and shift with ease and efficiency. The front derailleur is very impressive with a near seamless transition from bottom to top chainring and vice versa. The Dura Ace crankset and pedals help round out the drivetrain aspect of this beauty.

The quality Japanese components help propel a set of Mavic Open Pro rims laced to Shimano Dura Ace hubs. The wheels show flawless craftsmanship which is common on a wheelset assembled by Covi Hazelwood of Two Wheeler Dealer in Wilmington, NC.

The Shimano 600 seatpost is the only exception to the Dura Ace fashion yet still shows stunning Japanese craftsmanship. Atop the quality seatpost is a white Selle San Marco Rolls which ensures comfort for the longevity of any ride. Lastly, the Dura Ace brakes controlled by Dura Ace levers help to bring this eye catching ride to a safe stop. The levers are secured on a set of SR Sakae Modolo Patent Anatomic Bend bars in a Nitto stem.

Finally, we'd like to thank Trent Blackburn of Two Wheeler Dealer in Wilmington, NC for helping in assembling this beautiful piece. From packing the bottom bracket to the final deed of bar wrap, his work proved to be as impressive as his riding skills. Undoubtedly, Jim Mincher and the fellas over there taught him well. We wish him the best as his cycling career continues at Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, NC this upcoming semester.

Full Bike Shot

Rear Angle of the Drivetrain

Dura Ace Crank and Pedals

SR Sakae Custom Bars and Nitto Stem

White Selle San Marco Rolls

1992 58cm Colnago Master Olympic

With a well maintained frame acquired from Brian Rioux of Two Wheeler Dealer in Wilmington, NC, this Columbus Gilco tubed beauty proved to be a fun yet challenging build with tons of uniqueness and quality.

Being as this bike bears the infamous Italian Ernesto Colnago's signature, it was only correct to equip the bike with Campagnolo components. Without a doubt, the first thing that catches anyone's eye are the rare Campagnolo Delta brakes. The best description of these brakes would be a photographer's dream and a mechanic's nightmare. While the craftsmanship is superb, the brakes do require much homework and in this case, a 3.5mm allen wrench.

After one finally takes their eyes off the Delta brakes, the rest of the bike is just as beautiful. Maintaining the Campagnolo fashion, the complete bike is Campagnolo right down to the cable housing and seat post bolt. The only exception is the set of Mavic Cosmic Elites which my father is a fan of.

Another unique feature of the Campagnolo components includes the infamous "hidden chainring bolt" crank of the C-Record era. The C-Record pedals are also quite striking with matching toeclips and straps. The 9-Speed Campagnolo Record Titanium Ergo Power shifters proved to be serviceable in this build and click strongly. They are attached to a set of Cinelli bars housed in a Cinelli stem. Finally, the white Selle San Marco Regal saddle finishes out what is Italian machinery at its finest.

Lastly, a big thanks to The CyclLust and BluePrint of the Ebay selling community for quality components and great service to boot. Also, this bike made many trips to our friends at Two Wheeler Dealer with us. Jim Mincher and the great staff over there were their usual helpful selves and undoubtedly helped make this build possible. Thanks to everybody who was involved!

Full Bike Shot

Rear Angle of the Drivetrain

Highlights of the Columbus Gilco Tubing

Record Titaniun 9 Speed Ergo Power Shifters

Selle San Marco Regal Saddle