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Embracing Individuality: An Ode to Custom-Made Road Bikes
When Paride began discussing the color scheme for his future custom-made road bike, we must admit we had some doubts. The idea of combining those colors seemed a bit strange, and honestly, we were afraid of the final result. However, we trusted his vision and...
The construction of a bike frame requires tremendous mastery.
Every single component that makes up a bicycle frame demands extraordinary attention and unparalleled craftsmanship. It's easy to take many of the parts that compose the frame for granted, as if they were merely gears in a complex mechanism. However, the reality is...
A “gravel rock bike frame” dedicated to Led Zeppelin!
?♂️ When the passion for music meets your favorite ride: introducing the new gravel rock bike frame dedicated to Led Zeppelin! ? This isn’t just a bike frame; it’s a tribute to the legendary rock band that made music an unforgettable experience. With the iconic Led...
The variations of blue for bike painting
From the enchanting shade of sky blue that gently blends with the sky to the deep and mysterious midnight blue that captures the essence of a starry night, the variations of blue for bike painting are virtually infinite. There are bright and vibrant blues that shout...
Why are Reach and Stack overrated in bikefitting?
Reach and Stack have become the benchmark for evaluating whether a bike or frame is the right size for us. These measurements have their pros and cons. But above all, they weren't originally intended to measure a road bike; instead, they were brought from the gravity...
Restoraton of an old Rossin steel frame
We are extremely proud of the outcome achieved in restoring this antique steel Rossin racing bike frame. Witnessing the colours revive magnificently fills us with satisfaction: we dedicated ourselves entirely to preserving the original authenticity. This frame was...
Why choosing a gravel bike
Gravel bikes offer superior comfort during longer rides due to their frame geometry and tire width, which better absorb road irregularities. This makes the riding experience more enjoyable and less taxing, allowing for covering considerable distances without...
Our latest Borea photographed in San Miniato
Our latest creation, this Borea racing bike, stands out in the enchanting scenery of San Miniato. Lightweight and high-performing, it represents the pinnacle of excellence among steel racing bikes. Crafted with meticulous care and fashioned with steel as its beating...
The beauty of the design of a steel bike
Classic designs often resist trends because they are inherently linked to fundamental elements that resonate with a sense of balance, functionality, and timeless aesthetics. There are several reasons why this happens: Balanced aesthetics: Classic designs tend to have...
Embracing Individuality: An Ode to Custom-Made Road Bikes
When Paride began discussing the color scheme for his future custom-made road bike, we must admit we had some doubts. The idea of combining those colors seemed a bit strange, and honestly, we were afraid of the final result. However, we trusted his vision and...
The construction of a bike frame requires tremendous mastery.
Every single component that makes up a bicycle frame demands extraordinary attention and unparalleled craftsmanship. It's easy to take many of the parts that compose the frame for granted, as if they were merely gears in a complex mechanism. However, the reality is...
A “gravel rock bike frame” dedicated to Led Zeppelin!
?♂️ When the passion for music meets your favorite ride: introducing the new gravel rock bike frame dedicated to Led Zeppelin! ? This isn’t just a bike frame; it’s a tribute to the legendary rock band that made music an unforgettable experience. With the iconic Led...
The variations of blue for bike painting
From the enchanting shade of sky blue that gently blends with the sky to the deep and mysterious midnight blue that captures the essence of a starry night, the variations of blue for bike painting are virtually infinite. There are bright and vibrant blues that shout...
Why are Reach and Stack overrated in bikefitting?
Reach and Stack have become the benchmark for evaluating whether a bike or frame is the right size for us. These measurements have their pros and cons. But above all, they weren't originally intended to measure a road bike; instead, they were brought from the gravity...
Restoraton of an old Rossin steel frame
We are extremely proud of the outcome achieved in restoring this antique steel Rossin racing bike frame. Witnessing the colours revive magnificently fills us with satisfaction: we dedicated ourselves entirely to preserving the original authenticity. This frame was...
Why choosing a gravel bike
Gravel bikes offer superior comfort during longer rides due to their frame geometry and tire width, which better absorb road irregularities. This makes the riding experience more enjoyable and less taxing, allowing for covering considerable distances without...
Our latest Borea photographed in San Miniato
Our latest creation, this Borea racing bike, stands out in the enchanting scenery of San Miniato. Lightweight and high-performing, it represents the pinnacle of excellence among steel racing bikes. Crafted with meticulous care and fashioned with steel as its beating...
The beauty of the design of a steel bike
Classic designs often resist trends because they are inherently linked to fundamental elements that resonate with a sense of balance, functionality, and timeless aesthetics. There are several reasons why this happens: Balanced aesthetics: Classic designs tend to have...
Embracing Individuality: An Ode to Custom-Made Road Bikes
When Paride began discussing the color scheme for his future custom-made road bike, we must admit we had some doubts. The idea of combining those colors seemed a bit strange, and honestly, we were afraid of the final result. However, we trusted his vision and...
The construction of a bike frame requires tremendous mastery.
Every single component that makes up a bicycle frame demands extraordinary attention and unparalleled craftsmanship. It's easy to take many of the parts that compose the frame for granted, as if they were merely gears in a complex mechanism. However, the reality is...
A “gravel rock bike frame” dedicated to Led Zeppelin!
?♂️ When the passion for music meets your favorite ride: introducing the new gravel rock bike frame dedicated to Led Zeppelin! ? This isn’t just a bike frame; it’s a tribute to the legendary rock band that made music an unforgettable experience. With the iconic Led...
The variations of blue for bike painting
From the enchanting shade of sky blue that gently blends with the sky to the deep and mysterious midnight blue that captures the essence of a starry night, the variations of blue for bike painting are virtually infinite. There are bright and vibrant blues that shout...
Why are Reach and Stack overrated in bikefitting?
Reach and Stack have become the benchmark for evaluating whether a bike or frame is the right size for us. These measurements have their pros and cons. But above all, they weren't originally intended to measure a road bike; instead, they were brought from the gravity...
Restoraton of an old Rossin steel frame
We are extremely proud of the outcome achieved in restoring this antique steel Rossin racing bike frame. Witnessing the colours revive magnificently fills us with satisfaction: we dedicated ourselves entirely to preserving the original authenticity. This frame was...
Why choosing a gravel bike
Gravel bikes offer superior comfort during longer rides due to their frame geometry and tire width, which better absorb road irregularities. This makes the riding experience more enjoyable and less taxing, allowing for covering considerable distances without...
Our latest Borea photographed in San Miniato
Our latest creation, this Borea racing bike, stands out in the enchanting scenery of San Miniato. Lightweight and high-performing, it represents the pinnacle of excellence among steel racing bikes. Crafted with meticulous care and fashioned with steel as its beating...
The beauty of the design of a steel bike
Classic designs often resist trends because they are inherently linked to fundamental elements that resonate with a sense of balance, functionality, and timeless aesthetics. There are several reasons why this happens: Balanced aesthetics: Classic designs tend to have...
Men at work – shots from the Daccordi bike factory
"A man who works with his hands is a laborer; a man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman; but a man who works with his hands and his brain and his heart is an artist." Louis Nizer [gallery size="full" link="file" columns="1"...
Custom bike. Who needs it in 2022?
Custom bikes can seem like an extravagance nowadays. The market has accustomed us to all sorts of adjustments applicable to standard bikes: stems of various sizes and angles. Seatposts with multiple setbacks. Saddles and handlebars offer different positions. And so...
Why choosing a 650C wheels road bike
Quite hard to find in the market: a 650c racing bike. Who needs this size of wheels? People who are not tall. And to build a custom bike, 650c wheels can be a choice. But there are some pros and cons, mainly given by the availability on the market of wheelset and...
Why do all the major manufacturers tell you that the monocoque is better?
We explained to you in the previous article why we prefer layered carbon frames to monocoques, how we work them and why we should choose them in the everyday use of the high-level bike enthusiast. Our article deviates from the position of most other bike...
Why a tube-to-tube carbon frame is superior quality
In the previous article, we explained how a carbon layering frame takes place. We have told you about the quality obtained by adding the right mix of resins and kevlar, but we have also said that we get a slight increase in weight. It is easier to get off the weight...
The process for making carbon bikes in Italy
The pipes for carbon bikes manufactured in Italy reach a superior quality for resistance, elasticity, traction and withstanding the breaking load. The carbon fibres The external lamination does not give the quality of a carbon frame. This is expressed in "K", which...
THE ANCIENT VALUES OF THE ITALIAN BIKE MANUFACTURER
We live in times where appearance matters more than substance. The world of cycling revolves around big brands that have business as their fundamental concept: generating money by looking for the lowest production costs with the highest sales margin. At...
DEBUNKING 10 MYTHS ON STEEL BIKES
Steel is back. It is no longer a simple hashtag published here and there every now and again or an obsession of a handful of people: if in Japan steel bikes were never abandoned, in America they are starting to become appreciated and popular. What about Italy?...
RACING BIKES FOR WOMEN AND MEN ARE DIFFERENT
The number of female cyclists is growing exponentially. In previous articles we have already had the opportunity to discredit clichés and taboos that are often wrongly associated with female cycling. We would now like to take a look at some notions regarding the best...
Men at work – shots from the Daccordi bike factory
"A man who works with his hands is a laborer; a man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman; but a man who works with his hands and his brain and his heart is an artist." Louis Nizer [gallery size="full" link="file" columns="1"...
Custom bike. Who needs it in 2022?
Custom bikes can seem like an extravagance nowadays. The market has accustomed us to all sorts of adjustments applicable to standard bikes: stems of various sizes and angles. Seatposts with multiple setbacks. Saddles and handlebars offer different positions. And so...
Why choosing a 650C wheels road bike
Quite hard to find in the market: a 650c racing bike. Who needs this size of wheels? People who are not tall. And to build a custom bike, 650c wheels can be a choice. But there are some pros and cons, mainly given by the availability on the market of wheelset and...
Why do all the major manufacturers tell you that the monocoque is better?
We explained to you in the previous article why we prefer layered carbon frames to monocoques, how we work them and why we should choose them in the everyday use of the high-level bike enthusiast. Our article deviates from the position of most other bike...
Why a tube-to-tube carbon frame is superior quality
In the previous article, we explained how a carbon layering frame takes place. We have told you about the quality obtained by adding the right mix of resins and kevlar, but we have also said that we get a slight increase in weight. It is easier to get off the weight...
The process for making carbon bikes in Italy
The pipes for carbon bikes manufactured in Italy reach a superior quality for resistance, elasticity, traction and withstanding the breaking load. The carbon fibres The external lamination does not give the quality of a carbon frame. This is expressed in "K", which...
THE ANCIENT VALUES OF THE ITALIAN BIKE MANUFACTURER
We live in times where appearance matters more than substance. The world of cycling revolves around big brands that have business as their fundamental concept: generating money by looking for the lowest production costs with the highest sales margin. At...
DEBUNKING 10 MYTHS ON STEEL BIKES
Steel is back. It is no longer a simple hashtag published here and there every now and again or an obsession of a handful of people: if in Japan steel bikes were never abandoned, in America they are starting to become appreciated and popular. What about Italy?...
RACING BIKES FOR WOMEN AND MEN ARE DIFFERENT
The number of female cyclists is growing exponentially. In previous articles we have already had the opportunity to discredit clichés and taboos that are often wrongly associated with female cycling. We would now like to take a look at some notions regarding the best...
Men at work – shots from the Daccordi bike factory
"A man who works with his hands is a laborer; a man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman; but a man who works with his hands and his brain and his heart is an artist." Louis Nizer [gallery size="full" link="file" columns="1"...
Custom bike. Who needs it in 2022?
Custom bikes can seem like an extravagance nowadays. The market has accustomed us to all sorts of adjustments applicable to standard bikes: stems of various sizes and angles. Seatposts with multiple setbacks. Saddles and handlebars offer different positions. And so...
Why choosing a 650C wheels road bike
Quite hard to find in the market: a 650c racing bike. Who needs this size of wheels? People who are not tall. And to build a custom bike, 650c wheels can be a choice. But there are some pros and cons, mainly given by the availability on the market of wheelset and...
Why do all the major manufacturers tell you that the monocoque is better?
We explained to you in the previous article why we prefer layered carbon frames to monocoques, how we work them and why we should choose them in the everyday use of the high-level bike enthusiast. Our article deviates from the position of most other bike...
Why a tube-to-tube carbon frame is superior quality
In the previous article, we explained how a carbon layering frame takes place. We have told you about the quality obtained by adding the right mix of resins and kevlar, but we have also said that we get a slight increase in weight. It is easier to get off the weight...
The process for making carbon bikes in Italy
The pipes for carbon bikes manufactured in Italy reach a superior quality for resistance, elasticity, traction and withstanding the breaking load. The carbon fibres The external lamination does not give the quality of a carbon frame. This is expressed in "K", which...
THE ANCIENT VALUES OF THE ITALIAN BIKE MANUFACTURER
We live in times where appearance matters more than substance. The world of cycling revolves around big brands that have business as their fundamental concept: generating money by looking for the lowest production costs with the highest sales margin. At...
DEBUNKING 10 MYTHS ON STEEL BIKES
Steel is back. It is no longer a simple hashtag published here and there every now and again or an obsession of a handful of people: if in Japan steel bikes were never abandoned, in America they are starting to become appreciated and popular. What about Italy?...
RACING BIKES FOR WOMEN AND MEN ARE DIFFERENT
The number of female cyclists is growing exponentially. In previous articles we have already had the opportunity to discredit clichés and taboos that are often wrongly associated with female cycling. We would now like to take a look at some notions regarding the best...
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HOW TO PLAN A (REALLY) LONG BICYCLE RIDE
We believe that ravelling by bike is the future. Maybe you can take your take and ride for days, or maybe you have the opportunity to ride only one day or a weekend. Anyway, you will probably face to a long ride, in one day or in stages. And a long ride is quite...
WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING A USED ROAD BIKE
When people want to buy a used road bike they are often influenced by what they would look at when purchasing a second-hand car, such as checking the tires, which really doesn't make sense in the world of cycling considering it is very easy to replace a worn tire. In...
10 INDOOR CYCLING PROGRAMS TO FOLLOW DURING THE COVID-19
Coronavirus has us in lockdown. The first problem is everyone's health. For cyclists this is a serious blow. Can we stay fit at home, waiting and hoping that all this will end soon? Of course, it won't be like training outside on a road bike, but with indoor cycling,...
HOW TO LUBRICATE A BIKE CHAIN CORRECTLY
Applying lube to the bicycle chain is one of the most common maintenance tasks, but is, however, often carried out carelessly and inefficiently. Given the simplicity of the task, it seems absurd that bike chain maintenance is carried out erroneously by 80% of...
HOW TO PLAN A (REALLY) LONG BICYCLE RIDE
We believe that ravelling by bike is the future. Maybe you can take your take and ride for days, or maybe you have the opportunity to ride only one day or a weekend. Anyway, you will probably face to a long ride, in one day or in stages. And a long ride is quite...
WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING A USED ROAD BIKE
When people want to buy a used road bike they are often influenced by what they would look at when purchasing a second-hand car, such as checking the tires, which really doesn't make sense in the world of cycling considering it is very easy to replace a worn tire. In...
10 INDOOR CYCLING PROGRAMS TO FOLLOW DURING THE COVID-19
Coronavirus has us in lockdown. The first problem is everyone's health. For cyclists this is a serious blow. Can we stay fit at home, waiting and hoping that all this will end soon? Of course, it won't be like training outside on a road bike, but with indoor cycling,...
HOW TO LUBRICATE A BIKE CHAIN CORRECTLY
Applying lube to the bicycle chain is one of the most common maintenance tasks, but is, however, often carried out carelessly and inefficiently. Given the simplicity of the task, it seems absurd that bike chain maintenance is carried out erroneously by 80% of...
HOW TO PLAN A (REALLY) LONG BICYCLE RIDE
We believe that ravelling by bike is the future. Maybe you can take your take and ride for days, or maybe you have the opportunity to ride only one day or a weekend. Anyway, you will probably face to a long ride, in one day or in stages. And a long ride is quite...
WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING A USED ROAD BIKE
When people want to buy a used road bike they are often influenced by what they would look at when purchasing a second-hand car, such as checking the tires, which really doesn't make sense in the world of cycling considering it is very easy to replace a worn tire. In...
10 INDOOR CYCLING PROGRAMS TO FOLLOW DURING THE COVID-19
Coronavirus has us in lockdown. The first problem is everyone's health. For cyclists this is a serious blow. Can we stay fit at home, waiting and hoping that all this will end soon? Of course, it won't be like training outside on a road bike, but with indoor cycling,...
HOW TO LUBRICATE A BIKE CHAIN CORRECTLY
Applying lube to the bicycle chain is one of the most common maintenance tasks, but is, however, often carried out carelessly and inefficiently. Given the simplicity of the task, it seems absurd that bike chain maintenance is carried out erroneously by 80% of...
A gravel with 29″ wheels: Annibale
A gravel with 29" wheels is commonly called Monster bike or Monster cross. We have already explained the differences between these types of bikes in the past articles: differences between a monster bike and a gravel, obviously understood as classic gravel, with 700x40...
A coffee ride… with a coffee bike!
A coffee ride is a great way to get to know someone while enjoying a cup of coffee. It is an informal meeting over a cup of coffee, during which people discuss whatever topics they wish, so relaxed thanks to the bike ride. This kind of rides are becoming increasingly...
New Griffe, a modern vintage bike
A modern vintage bike. New Griffe is the son of the Griffe frame built from 1991 to 1995. A model that has been very successful with the public and is considered a beauty by vintage lovers. Vintage lovers who look for something other than an original old bike. They...
A new custom e-bike for Fausto
Fausto's new custom e-bike, has rim brakes, as he requested. The model is our Daccordi Ione and was custom-made in sizes and colours. Ione is an innovative frame that differs from all other carbon e-bikes on the market because it is built by hand stratification. This...
A custom carbon road bike for Vincenzo
A new custom carbon road bike for Vincenzo. The model is the new Daccordi Idioma equipped with a Sram Rival AXS. Vincenzo has chosen metallic silver as the main colour, with a touch of black and red logos. The frame is made of high-modulus carbon fibre and is designed...
A custom gravel bike… with a pin-up!
A custom gravel bike is one of the biggest trends in the cycling world. Our gravel bikes are custom-built, coloured by your choice and sometimes… embellished with a pin-up! As in the case of Yves's bike, who will ride on Flanders' roads (or rather, on the dirt roads)....
Our Monster Bike Gravel Annibale
Our steel Monster Bike Gravel Annibale with carbon fork can accommodate 29"x2.20 wide, or 700x56 mm tires. The frame is built with Columbus Spirit tubing or equivalent but produced by Deda. It is Omnicrom triple-butted steel, therefore very light and with a classic...
A custom made 26″ road bike
A custom 26" road bike. There are pros and cons about a 26" road bike. It can be a brave choice. Sometimes it is a forced choice due to its size. Obviously, The pros are a smaller size, therefore, greater handling and lightness for a person of a stature who requires a...
Pastel colours for a steel bike frame
We coloured this steel road bike frame with pastel colours. Pastel colours on bikes have been forgotten for a long time. First, the fashion was for fluorescent colours, then for absolute black, for plays of tone between matt and glossy. But pastel colours could be the...
A gravel with 29″ wheels: Annibale
A gravel with 29" wheels is commonly called Monster bike or Monster cross. We have already explained the differences between these types of bikes in the past articles: differences between a monster bike and a gravel, obviously understood as classic gravel, with 700x40...
A coffee ride… with a coffee bike!
A coffee ride is a great way to get to know someone while enjoying a cup of coffee. It is an informal meeting over a cup of coffee, during which people discuss whatever topics they wish, so relaxed thanks to the bike ride. This kind of rides are becoming increasingly...
New Griffe, a modern vintage bike
A modern vintage bike. New Griffe is the son of the Griffe frame built from 1991 to 1995. A model that has been very successful with the public and is considered a beauty by vintage lovers. Vintage lovers who look for something other than an original old bike. They...
A new custom e-bike for Fausto
Fausto's new custom e-bike, has rim brakes, as he requested. The model is our Daccordi Ione and was custom-made in sizes and colours. Ione is an innovative frame that differs from all other carbon e-bikes on the market because it is built by hand stratification. This...
A custom carbon road bike for Vincenzo
A new custom carbon road bike for Vincenzo. The model is the new Daccordi Idioma equipped with a Sram Rival AXS. Vincenzo has chosen metallic silver as the main colour, with a touch of black and red logos. The frame is made of high-modulus carbon fibre and is designed...
A custom gravel bike… with a pin-up!
A custom gravel bike is one of the biggest trends in the cycling world. Our gravel bikes are custom-built, coloured by your choice and sometimes… embellished with a pin-up! As in the case of Yves's bike, who will ride on Flanders' roads (or rather, on the dirt roads)....
Our Monster Bike Gravel Annibale
Our steel Monster Bike Gravel Annibale with carbon fork can accommodate 29"x2.20 wide, or 700x56 mm tires. The frame is built with Columbus Spirit tubing or equivalent but produced by Deda. It is Omnicrom triple-butted steel, therefore very light and with a classic...
A custom made 26″ road bike
A custom 26" road bike. There are pros and cons about a 26" road bike. It can be a brave choice. Sometimes it is a forced choice due to its size. Obviously, The pros are a smaller size, therefore, greater handling and lightness for a person of a stature who requires a...
Pastel colours for a steel bike frame
We coloured this steel road bike frame with pastel colours. Pastel colours on bikes have been forgotten for a long time. First, the fashion was for fluorescent colours, then for absolute black, for plays of tone between matt and glossy. But pastel colours could be the...
A gravel with 29″ wheels: Annibale
A gravel with 29" wheels is commonly called Monster bike or Monster cross. We have already explained the differences between these types of bikes in the past articles: differences between a monster bike and a gravel, obviously understood as classic gravel, with 700x40...
A coffee ride… with a coffee bike!
A coffee ride is a great way to get to know someone while enjoying a cup of coffee. It is an informal meeting over a cup of coffee, during which people discuss whatever topics they wish, so relaxed thanks to the bike ride. This kind of rides are becoming increasingly...
New Griffe, a modern vintage bike
A modern vintage bike. New Griffe is the son of the Griffe frame built from 1991 to 1995. A model that has been very successful with the public and is considered a beauty by vintage lovers. Vintage lovers who look for something other than an original old bike. They...
A new custom e-bike for Fausto
Fausto's new custom e-bike, has rim brakes, as he requested. The model is our Daccordi Ione and was custom-made in sizes and colours. Ione is an innovative frame that differs from all other carbon e-bikes on the market because it is built by hand stratification. This...
A custom carbon road bike for Vincenzo
A new custom carbon road bike for Vincenzo. The model is the new Daccordi Idioma equipped with a Sram Rival AXS. Vincenzo has chosen metallic silver as the main colour, with a touch of black and red logos. The frame is made of high-modulus carbon fibre and is designed...
A custom gravel bike… with a pin-up!
A custom gravel bike is one of the biggest trends in the cycling world. Our gravel bikes are custom-built, coloured by your choice and sometimes… embellished with a pin-up! As in the case of Yves's bike, who will ride on Flanders' roads (or rather, on the dirt roads)....
Our Monster Bike Gravel Annibale
Our steel Monster Bike Gravel Annibale with carbon fork can accommodate 29"x2.20 wide, or 700x56 mm tires. The frame is built with Columbus Spirit tubing or equivalent but produced by Deda. It is Omnicrom triple-butted steel, therefore very light and with a classic...
A custom made 26″ road bike
A custom 26" road bike. There are pros and cons about a 26" road bike. It can be a brave choice. Sometimes it is a forced choice due to its size. Obviously, The pros are a smaller size, therefore, greater handling and lightness for a person of a stature who requires a...
Pastel colours for a steel bike frame
We coloured this steel road bike frame with pastel colours. Pastel colours on bikes have been forgotten for a long time. First, the fashion was for fluorescent colours, then for absolute black, for plays of tone between matt and glossy. But pastel colours could be the...
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