Bianchi + Strellson fixie
06-10-21, 09:48 AM
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Bianchi + Strellson fixie
Yesterday I've seen Bianchi fixie that looked interesting on a first glance, but components are a bit sketchy, not known labels, names, etc. at least i'm not familiar with them. It's brand new, never ridden.
Does this bike have any value? I tried it for few minutes and it rides fine, comfortable, my size.
Does this bike have any value? I tried it for few minutes and it rides fine, comfortable, my size.
06-10-21, 09:58 AM
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That looks a lot like the old basic Bianchi Pista track bikes that you could buy for about $500. So, yeah, it's worth something but nothing special. I wouldn't pay more than $500 for it.
06-10-21, 10:18 AM
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Strellson is(was?) a European menswear maker(seller?) so an ordinary Pista redetailed for a collabo. FWIW looks like it has a real headbadge, which is nice 
IIRC is from about 2008-9. Can't hardly go wrong so if its not too high - grab it & enjoy it...
IIRC is from about 2008-9. Can't hardly go wrong so if its not too high - grab it & enjoy it...
06-10-21, 11:44 AM
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The components that I can identify are Truvative cranks, Cane Creek headset, possibly a VP stem, all of which are more than adequate. Hubs and rims are likely house brand. I thought the old Pistas were made from Reynolds 531, not Chromo Lite, but that may have changed at some point. Be aware that the fork probably wiggles like an al dente noodle under braking; mine certainly did.
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06-10-21, 11:54 AM
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Components look like basic mid-grade stuff. The Truvativ crank is nothing special, but you could do a lot worse. Handlebar looks like steel (aluminum is usually not that highly polished), so it will be heavy but strong. The reverse levers on the ends of a drop bar are... not “sketchy,” just goofy as a football bat. But that’s only my opinion.
These are some of the most important things to look for in any bike. A bike with much nicer components that doesn’t fit you will be inferior to this one.
These are some of the most important things to look for in any bike. A bike with much nicer components that doesn’t fit you will be inferior to this one.
06-10-21, 08:46 PM
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I would say they are pretty sketchy. Most folks don't ride in that position and having to reach down that far to brake can be sketchy. Doable but not super safe for most people. If you are accustomed to riding in the drops then a lot more sensible but the only time I would probably be spending most of my time there would be on a track racing.
06-11-21, 02:49 AM
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Very sharp bike. I can only ride with normal brake levers but I do think those look pretty cool. Here's a video advertisement:
06-14-21, 07:12 PM
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Thanks everyone who responded, now I own this bike. I have no issues riding it with these handlebars and levers. They are pretty comfortable believe it or not. I will likely replace the seat, Brooks would likely be better and more comfortable option. And, yes $1900 is ridiculous price for this bike, i didn't pay that much.
