“Bianchi 600” finally completed⁇

It's a bicycle that I've been addicted to lately.
Finally, the ideal customization was completed.



The base is a chromoly road bike called Bianchi Bergamo.
A traditional chromoly frame with a W lever.
A bike with a vintage road style.
I customized everything except the frame (lol)


All parts other than accessories are made in Japan.
Most of them are vintage parts from the 80's.
And I looked for it in dead stock.

If I write in detail...

SHIMANO600EX・Brake, head parts
SHIMANO NEW600EX・Stem, crank, front and rear brakes, seat post
SHIMANO600 ULTEGRA W lever, front and rear derailleurs, front and rear hubs, chainring, rear gear set
TAGE・Front fork

And the parts related to the important "driving" are new.
NITTO handle
ARAYA・Front and rear rims, spokes
NISSEN・All wires Mikashima・Pedals
SHIMANO bottom blanket

Nowadays, shiny silver parts such as wheels and cranks are
As time goes on, production becomes rarer, and it is surprisingly hard to find new ones.
Therefore, parts that can be purchased new are likely to become valuable in the future.


Although it is a small detail, the bell and bar end are vintage Bianchi parts.
I also looked for this in dead stock.

The saddle and bar tape are from the prestigious brand Brooks.
I thought about using an Italian manufacturer to match Bianchi,
I chose this one because it's a standard among standard items.
I like the slightly unusual color.

It's a small detail, but the bottle cage is the one that came with the Bianchi from ELITE in Italy at the time.
This is a used item, but I really like it.


The length and routing of the wires are inspired by vintage roads.
Furthermore, we paid particular attention to the colors of the vehicles and parts.
It's a somewhat "crazy" road (lol)
If you stick to this, there's nothing you can change!

I've been particular about this so far, but what I can absolutely say is:
When it comes to bicycles, ``the newest ones are the easiest and safest to ride.''
Of course, when it comes to safety performance, the latest ones are incomparably better.
If you're looking for speed, the latest parts will definitely help you run faster.
But that's not what I'm looking for,
It's a style of driving that is typical of the 80's.

Personally, I like road bikes from the 1980s.
I think the 80's are better in terms of performance.
After all, the 1980s was the golden age for tool bags and Giro d'Italia.
Of course, each era has its own merits, but
The 80's are the most interesting.

However, if you enjoy cycling as a hobby, safety comes first.
Although it's a bicycle, even an amateur can easily reach about 40km/h on the road.
If you were to fall from the car, you would suffer only minor injuries.
I'm not a professional and I don't want to imitate a professional and get hurt.
I can't ride a road bike properly, which is said to be a ``gentleman's sport.''
Prioritize the safety of yourself and those around you,
Road biking is about being enjoyed while observing good manners.

I think it will become a hobby that you can enjoy for the rest of your life.
Training and studying are essential from now on!