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Ernesto Colnago was born in Cambiago (Milan) on 9 February 1932. In 1953, after various experiences, including a period of work at the GLORIA company where he learned the trade, he opened his own workshop in his native country. In 1954 he participated as a mechanic at the Giro d’Italia with the Nivea team of Fiorenzo Magni. He will continue as a mechanic in the Team Leo Chlorodont and in 1957 will build the bicycle with which Gasone Nencini wins the Giro d’Italia.
Increasingly appreciated as a builder, it links its name and its brand to the Molteni of Eddy Merxkx and the SCIC of Baronchelli. For Eddy Merckx will cost the bike with which the Belgian will set the time record.
Colnago bikes have been used by over one hundred professional teams, 2500 rbicycle racer who have collected over 7500 victories worldwide. Colnago bikes are one of the most prestigious brands of Made in Italy.
Raced with Colnago, Magni, Nencini, Merckx, Saronni, Motta, Baronchelli, Dancelli, Bugno, Musseuw, Rominger, Tonkov, Zabel and Petacchi.
Colnago Master 2nd series with inclined fork and cable gland inside the frame. The bike has been restored respecting the original characteristics.
It is set up with a Campagnolo C Record group. Campagnolo Delta brakes. Campagnolo Chorus rear derailleur. Concor saddle. Cinelli handlebar. 3TT handlebar stem. Campagnolo rims. Colnago pantographed crankset and handlebar stem.
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