Bianchi Campione D'Italia
04-06-23, 10:30 PM
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Bianchi Campione D'Italia
Hello Bike Forum experts,
I recently got myself a well kept 87 black Formula 2 Bianchi Campione D'Italia at a decent price. However, I am not sure the quality of this CD'I vs. a 84 CD'I. In 84, the CD'I seemed to be considered part of the Reparto Corso and was #5 or 6 in the lineup from the top according to their catalog. But in 87, it became part of the Sport Series. Is this still the same bike from 84 minus perhaps minor component changes? The 80s seemed like a messy, confusing time for Bianchi based on their naming and logo sticker system...
What were the specific differences between their 'professional', 'competition', 'performance', and 'sports' series in 87....as in intention, function, and lineup other than the component differences?
Thanks.
I recently got myself a well kept 87 black Formula 2 Bianchi Campione D'Italia at a decent price. However, I am not sure the quality of this CD'I vs. a 84 CD'I. In 84, the CD'I seemed to be considered part of the Reparto Corso and was #5 or 6 in the lineup from the top according to their catalog. But in 87, it became part of the Sport Series. Is this still the same bike from 84 minus perhaps minor component changes? The 80s seemed like a messy, confusing time for Bianchi based on their naming and logo sticker system...
What were the specific differences between their 'professional', 'competition', 'performance', and 'sports' series in 87....as in intention, function, and lineup other than the component differences?
Thanks.
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04-07-23, 04:48 AM
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Hello Bike Forum experts,
I recently got myself a well kept 87 black Formula 2 Bianchi Campione D'Italia at a decent price. However, I am not sure the quality of this CD'I vs. a 84 CD'I. In 84, the CD'I seemed to be considered part of the Reparto Corso and was #5 or 6 in the lineup from the top according to their catalog. But in 87, it became part of the Sport Series. Is this still the same bike from 84 minus perhaps minor component changes? The 80s seemed like a messy, confusing time for Bianchi based on their naming and logo sticker system...
What were the specific differences between their 'professional', 'competition', 'performance', and 'sports' series in 87....as in intention, function, and lineup other than the component differences? The difference is in the quality of the frame materials and components. a Prifessional level is of course very similar to what the Pro riders are using. Competition is the is the next level (price point) down and geared for serious ametures. Competitions level is more for weekend warrior types.
Thanks.
I recently got myself a well kept 87 black Formula 2 Bianchi Campione D'Italia at a decent price. However, I am not sure the quality of this CD'I vs. a 84 CD'I. In 84, the CD'I seemed to be considered part of the Reparto Corso and was #5 or 6 in the lineup from the top according to their catalog. But in 87, it became part of the Sport Series. Is this still the same bike from 84 minus perhaps minor component changes? The 80s seemed like a messy, confusing time for Bianchi based on their naming and logo sticker system...
What were the specific differences between their 'professional', 'competition', 'performance', and 'sports' series in 87....as in intention, function, and lineup other than the component differences? The difference is in the quality of the frame materials and components. a Prifessional level is of course very similar to what the Pro riders are using. Competition is the is the next level (price point) down and geared for serious ametures. Competitions level is more for weekend warrior types.
Thanks.
Any pics?
Here is a pic from the '89 Bianchi USA catalog.
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04-18-23, 01:21 AM
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Bianchigirll My apologies for the delay, but finally had some good pics today of my newly picked up Formula II Bianchi Campione D'Italia. Like I said, it's black, but from the logo, I highly doubt it's a late 80s. It's not a Chromoly but a legit Formula II at least from the sticker.
Any thoughts on this model, the year, which series, and if it's any good at all?
And please pardon me for the mismatched components and the ugly color choice. I got it that way...
Any thoughts on this model, the year, which series, and if it's any good at all?
And please pardon me for the mismatched components and the ugly color choice. I got it that way...
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04-18-23, 01:22 AM
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This thing basically felt like a more center-balanced, 'grounded', stiffer version of my 84 centurion ironman.
I like it...accelerates fast...but makes me work hard to get there..harder than the Ironman
I like it...accelerates fast...but makes me work hard to get there..harder than the Ironman
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04-18-23, 08:46 AM
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The "work harder" may have more to do with the lower end tires, tire pressure, and the fact that the bike is too small for you than anything else.
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04-18-23, 09:20 AM
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My 1981 Campione d'Italia is a blast to ride.
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Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
Carlton: 1962 Franco Suisse, S/N K7911
Peugeot: 1970 UO-8, S/N 0010468
Bianchi: 1982 Campione d'Italia, S/N 1.M9914
Schwinn: 1988 Project KOM-10, S/N F804069
04-18-23, 04:20 PM
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Bianchigirll My apologies for the delay, but finally had some good pics today of my newly picked up Formula II Bianchi Campione D'Italia. Like I said, it's black, but from the logo, I highly doubt it's a late 80s. It's not a Chromoly but a legit Formula II at least from the sticker.
Any thoughts on this model, the year, which series, and if it's any good at all?
And please pardon me for the mismatched components and the ugly color choice. I got it that way...
Any thoughts on this model, the year, which series, and if it's any good at all?
And please pardon me for the mismatched components and the ugly color choice. I got it that way...
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“One morning you wake up, the girl is gone, the bikes are gone, all that's left behind is a pair of old tires and a tube of tubular glue, all squeezed out"
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“One morning you wake up, the girl is gone, the bikes are gone, all that's left behind is a pair of old tires and a tube of tubular glue, all squeezed out"
Sugar "Kane" Kowalczyk
