Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Steel
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Tiagra, FSA
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 3 × 10
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Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Bianchi Cr-Mo, triple butted main tubes, tig welded.
Suspension Fork
Bianchi Cr-Mo, 1 1/8" w/rack braze-ons
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra 10sp
Cassette
Shimano Tiagra 10sp 12-30T
Crank
FSA Vero Triple 50/39/30
Chain
FSA Team Issue
Pedals
SPD compatible
Wheels
Tires
Kenda Kwicker 700 x 32
Brakes
Brakes
Reparto Corse Cantilever
Cockpit
Stem
Reparto Corse alloy
Handlebar
Reparto Corse compact alloy
Headset
1 1/8" threadless
Seat
Saddle
Velo VL-1166
Seatpost
Reparto Corse alloy
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 46cm | 49cm | 51cm | 53cm | 55cm | 57cm | 59cm | 61cm |
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| Bottom Bracket Height | 278 mm | 278 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 579 mm | 585 mm | 584 mm | 586 mm | 592 mm | 602 mm | 607 mm | 612 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 502 mm | 512 mm | 517 mm | 527 mm | 542 mm | 552 mm | 567 mm | 577 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 460 mm | 490 mm | 510 mm | 530 mm | 550 mm | 570 mm | 590 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm | 165 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 398 mm | 400 mm | 400 mm | 402 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970 mm | 978 mm | 974 mm | 978 mm | 989 mm | 1000 mm | 1005 mm | 1013 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58 mm | 58 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Volpe completes the Bianchi Volpe model. Bianchi released 13 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for General Road bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Road bike is 1915$. However, even though the average price of a General Road bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Bianchi released this model in 2014, its price was 1299$. In conclusion, this bike price is 47.42% smaller than the price of the average General Road bike.
Volpe components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The Volpe 2014 bike is equipped with 700c wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
