Colnago bikes are built for professional cyclists. Their design and manufacture incorporate many advantages for the racing cyclist. The frames are stiff, yet light for accurate handling, and are especially safe. The advantages of Colnago bikes for the cycling enthusiast are many, due to the most advanced materials and construction techniques that are used to create this world class product.
The carbon composite frames are carefully designed and manufactured using computer-aided designs. Many unique parts and molds for essential parts such as the lugs for assembly of the frame are included as part of the frame designs. Every individual Colnago bicycle of every price range must pass rigorous quality control tests before being approved for distribution to various dealers.
One of the unique manufacturing features of Colnago bikes is the special paint process that makes every frame unique. Each bike is painstakingly hand painted to create a stunning finish. Except for the head badge, no decals are used, as they fade and peel off over time. Instead, a multi-step process is employed where areas of the frame are carefully masked and the frame painted with manually created color panels to produce logos and color schemes as required. This process takes longer, but is well worth the end result, which not only looks good but it will last for years.
Colnago bikes are designed to fit the rider. A wide range of sizes are available, as well as custom fitting for special requirements. The handling is perfectly balanced, so that the bicycle remains steady and accurate even at high speeds. The superior ride quality is also made possible due to a stiff yet comfortable frame, which helps to improve rigidity while lessening road impact. Further, all frames and forks are tested for strength retained after impact that far surpasses international standards.
A range of different materials are used in the manufacture of Colnago bikes. This is important when constructing the best bicycle frame, because no single material used on its own is ideal. For example, a very strong, light material may not be resistant to fatigue, or may be far too expensive for the average cyclist. Carbon fiber is one of the most popular materials for high quality road racing bicycles due to its immense versatility and strength. Colnago bike frames include both one-piece carbon units and lugged carbon construction.
Some frames are made primarily from steel, which is the traditional material used for most bicycle frames. Colnago steel bike frames are strengthened by chromium, molybdenum and vanadium and shaped to exact specifications. Another suitable material that is used for less expensive frames is aluminum. These frames are light and rigid, due to aluminum’s low density yet relative high strength for its cost, and are suitable for most riders’ needs.
For sportive riders not comfortable with the traditional tucked road racing bicycle riding position, Colnago offers bicycles with a special ergonomic design that gives cyclists a more upright riding position. This is ideally suited for enjoying the scenery during long distance, mass-participation organized cycling events, while stability, accurate handling and safety are still maintained.
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