Bianchi is celebrating this year’s Tour de France with a limited edition version of its Oltre RC road bike, commemorating Le Tour with a special paint scheme and a run of just 176 bikes.
Why the number 176?
The iconic Italian brand says it signifies the number of riders who will take the start at next month’s French Grand Tour.
“For this special occasion, the Bianchi Reparto Corse has developed a new exclusive colour scheme, starting with the unmistakable Celeste Bianchi and transforming it with shifting shades, adorned with metallic and iridescent effects,” says Bianchi.“
“It is a modern version of the traditional Celeste Bianchi, harmoniously merging with the iridescent yellow-gold, the iconic symbol of the Tour de France. Each of the 176 models of the Oltre RC Tour de France Limited Edition is hand-painted in Italy, with the Grande Boucle logo positioned on the right side of the seat tube,” Bianchi adds.
Each bike is equipped with a Shimano Dura Ace Di2 groupset and Bianchi’s Reparto Corse RC50 and RC65 wheels, along with a yellow jersey from Santini, a saddle cover, wheel bags, a letter signed by Bianchi’s CEO and a book that showcases all the aspects of the limited edition Oltre RC Tour de France. Plus, customers will receive an ownership card bearing their name and the number that corresponds with their bike, which is also displayed on the frame.
Be prepared to lay down plenty of lira, as the limited edition Oltre RC Tour de France fetches a hefty €15,500.
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