In a message dated 7/1/2004 11:13:38 AM PST, LouDeeter@aol.com writes:
Dave Anderson writes:
>I am pretty sure that this is a late 1980s Bianchi Superleggera. I say this
>based upon the decal motif, the SLX frame decal....
I know that Bianchi made a Giro model with SLX in the late 80s and 90-91.
The Super Leggara model had SL at least up until 88. I don't know whether the
Super Leggara was made after that in SLX. I also don't know whether SLX was
used on different sized frames before then, but this could be a Giro if SLX
is the differentiating detail. Lou Deeter, Orlando FL
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Lou-
If memory serves me correctly, and in this instance I think it does, we
are Both correct. In 1989 Bianchi made a Giro model with SLX. It was third
down from the top. Bianchi also made a Superleggera model made with SLX. It was
second down from the top. As far as I can tell the difference between these
2 bikes was that the Giro had different handlebars/stem/saddle from the
Superleggera, plus a Athena/Chorus mix, whereas the Superleggera had
Chorus/C-record mix.
Also, it just popped into my mind. The Top line model was called a
"Mondiale", which came with a Croce D"Aune/C-Record mix and those boat anchors
cleverly disguised as brake calipers, the infamous Delta. It was made with SLX
as well. Don't ask me what was 4th model down from the top since I haven't a
clue.
However, I believe this is all out of the CR time frame, so I will end
this thread with the observation that I believe the Mondiale model was the
last Bianchi model ('84 or '85) ever made to sport Campy SR. Those with more
accurate knowledge please correct me if I am askew. cheers-
Dave Anderson
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