Via Nirone, Milan, 1885. The Bianchi shop opens its doors for the first time, heralding a new era in bicycle design. Fast forward four years and this fledgling frame manufacturer took its first race victory under the guidance of Gian Ferdinando Tommaselli at the Gran Prix de Paris. The celeste wheels were in motion and Bianchi was beginning to make a name for itself as one of Italy’s finest frame builders. Picking up twelve Giro d’Italia victories, three Tour de France wins and two Vuelta a Espana titles, performance is at the heart of Bianchi.

Not just Specialissima in name. The bike of choice for LottoNL Jumbo climbing sensations Robert Gesink and Steven Kruijswijk, Bianchi’s ultralight frame weighs a mere 780 grams and has been designed to be as at home on the climbs as it is on the descents.

On the road this transfers to results, with LottoNL Jumbo’s Dylan Groenewegen sprinting to Tour de France victory on the Champs Elysees, on the Oltre. Hitting the cobbles hard in the last 200 metres, the Countervail technology worked to lessen vibrations, especially important after three tough weeks in the saddle.

A true racing bike at an affordable price, the Bianchi Aria pairs aerodynamic tubing with handling akin to a 'do it all' road machine. As comfortable on the hills as it is on the open, flat roads, the Aria is the ideal sportive bike, which can also turn its hand to triathlon events, with its full aero carbon fibre seatpost.

The endurance model in Bianchi's fleet, the Infinito uses a more relaxed geometry when compared to the Oltre and Specialissima, and pairs it with Countervail technology to improve the ride quality and lessen road vibrations. The choice of LottoNL Jumbo for the cobbles of Belgium, the long wheelbase and high headtube ensure handling is both direct and predictable. This makes it the ideal bike for big days in the saddle when comfort is a top priority.

For the cyclist looking for a dependable and expertly engineered road bike, the Via Nirone range delivers an engaging and inspiring ride. Hydroformed aluminium tubing and internal cable routing do not just give the bike its clean lines, it also ensures stiffness and high levels of reliability are maintained.