Originally Posted by
Andrew R Stewart
BioPace, U brakes, "X" frame design... a classic example of the early 1990s attempts to better the MtB experience. At least Bianchi saw the reason to not install the rear U brake on the chainstay
Interesting that the catalog shows an Al post and the OP's bike has a steel one... Andy
Good point. The catalogue version might have shown another, more expensive seat post. This bike has a rather heavy frame with thick steel tubing, but it is one of the softest and comfortable hard-tail bikes that I have ridden. I found a post from an Italian source (translated to English) which explains the logic behind this design. I am not sure if it is hype or truth but feel comfortable for sure.
