Officina Battaglin is thrilling enthusiasts with its new ROMA steel-carbon lugged road bike, the latest edition to the storied Italian brand’s “Cromovelato For You” collection, setting a new paradigm in frame design by merging the smooth ride quality of lugged steel with the lightweight advantages of aerospace-grade carbon fiber.
Redefining what’s possible with steel
“Traditionally, the unmatched comfort of steel comes with a certain weight penalty, a trade-off we’ve embraced as a dedicated steel bicycle manufacturer,” said Alex Battaglin, Co-founder and CEO of Officina Battaglin.
“However, with the ROMA project, we set out to redefine what’s possible with steel while staying true to the material’s roots. We’ve challenged ourselves to see how much weight we could eliminate without compromising the exceptional ride quality that only steel can offer.”
To achieve this, the design team strategically replaced steel with ultra-high-modulus aerospace-grade T1100 carbon fiber in specific areas less influential to shock absorption:
“The carbon components include the seat tube, seat stays, and head tube. This unique combination harnesses the best attributes of each material, creating a frame that rivals the lightness of titanium while maintaining the comfortable, vibration-dampening qualities of steel.
With the ROMA 2024, riders will no longer have to choose between comfort and weight.”
The ROMA 2024’s endurance geometry is built around Officina Battaglin’s signature oversized lugged design, with 3D-printed oversized stainless steel lugs that accommodate the unique integration of steel and carbon.
These lugs are not only functional but also a distinct aesthetic feature, complemented by the custom-made Columbus GB81 steel tubing, tailored specifically by Columbus to meet Officina Battaglin’s exacting standards.
Custom-finished to suit the owner’s desires and delivered in 4 weeks
Officina Battaglin will offer the ROMA 2024 in 7 stock sizes. The frames will be built in small production batches, but before entering the painting booth in the Battaglin workshop, they will wait for the owner’s color preference.
In fact, as part of the “Cromovelato For You” collection, each ROMA 2024 frame will be custom-finished in the owner’s choice of Officina Battaglin’s signature cromovelato finish and delivered in four weeks.
Owners will have access to the full Officina Battaglin’s Premium Cromovelato selection, twelve vibrant colors plus the new exclusive gold rose finish, a nod to Officina Battaglin’s deep roots in the Giro d’Italia.
The cromovelato beautifully contrasts with the raw, untouched elegance of the carbon tubes’ forged texture, creating a look that’s both elegantly classic and aggressive.
Ordering a ROMA: enhanced customer experience through expert partners worldwide
The ROMA will be available through select premium bike boutiques worldwide. This network will provide personalized local support and expert advice, ensuring every ROMA owner a seamless purchase and ownership experience.
The price for a ROMA frameset is € 5.500 and includes:
ROMA Tech Details
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