Want to take a detailed look at how a custom steel road bike is assembled? Then you’re going to love this video. Today we will be watching Officina Battaglin’s mechanic as he builds a custom Portofino bike in the Battaglin workshop. Step by step. First, Alex will introduce this dream bike. The frame is a custom Portofino built to the owner’s specifications. It has been finished in a pink cromovelato that recalls Giovanni Battaglin’s Giro victory. The owner went for a full Italian build with a 12-speed Campagnolo Record groupset, Campagnolo Bora WTO wheels, and Deda Elementi carbon parts. After this short introduction, the assembly will begin. You’ll see the frame inspection made by Giovanni Battaglin in person. In fact, Giovanni Battaglin always makes sure that his eponymous frames are built to the highest standards. Next, our mechanic will take center stage. From putting the grease in the headtube to fine-tuning the rear derailleur, every single step of the process has been documented. If you want to see how a custom steel bike goes from a bare frame to a race machine ready to hit the road, this is a must-watch video. ABOUT OFFICINA BATTAGLIN Officina Battaglin is the steel bicycle brand founded by the 1981 Giro-Vuelta double winner Giovanni Battaglin. With its collection of custom steel frames and bikes handbuilt in Italy, Officina Battaglin is the only brand managed in person by a Grand-Tour winner. Each steel frame is made to order and designed to the owner’s specifications by Giovanni Battaglin himself, to deliver the most comfortable and pleasant riding experience. FREE VIDEO SERIES Do you want to discover Giovanni Battaglin’s secret formula to building a custom steel bike that rides like a dream? HERE you can access our FREE video series “The Man of Steel” and get a behind-the-scenes look at the specific process used by the 1981 Giro winner in his eponymous bike workshop in Italy ➡️ SUBSCRIBE to stay up to date with the latest steel bike trends! Follow Officina Battaglin on FACEBOOK! Follow Officina Battaglin on LinkedIn! Follow Officina Battaglin on INSTAGRAM!
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