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2022 Bianchi

Specialissima - Super Record EPS

A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and campagnolo hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

€12,625($14,622)
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetSuper Record EPS
BrakesCampagnolo Hydraulic Disc
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Terrain
smoothrugged
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

39 mph

Specialissima - Super Record EPS

40 mph

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Reviews

Summary

The Bianchi Specialissima is celebrated for its super lightweight design, improved aerodynamics, and accessible performance, making it a standout in the race category. Reviews highlight its telepathic handling, responsive drivetrain, and stiff-yet-compliant ride quality, alongside its classic looks and cable-free facade. Despite some critiques on wheel quality and pricing, the Specialissima is praised for its climbing efficiency and aerodynamic gains, offering a competitive edge on both climbs and flat terrains.

Pros
  • Super light weight

  • Improved aerodynamics

  • Telepathic handling

  • Responsive drivetrain

  • Stiff-yet-compliant ride quality

Cons
  • Wheels could be better

  • High price point

  • Limited color options

Key Quotes
Pretty darn light.
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It's fast, precise and nimble, and delivers one of the better ride qualities in the segment
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Bianchi claims a market-leading for the new Specialissima RC
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Bikerumor
New Bianchi Specialissima RC is Lighter and Faster Than Ever

Sep 2023 · Jordan Villella

The new Bianchi Specialissima RC now comes in three different frameset options, with the top offering weighing in at a super light 14.5lbs!

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Velo
The new Bianchi Specialissima is faster on climbs and flats

Sep 2023 · Will Tracy

Bianchi's all-around race bike has been updated to provide a bigger advantage on climbs at lower gradients.

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road.cc
Exclusive Bianchi Reparto Corse Specialissima frameset - a true collector's item

Mar 2023 · Suvi Loponen

This Bike at Bedtime gives you the hint of celeste that every collector needs - and your order is completed with a coffee table book and

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Cycling News
Bianchi Specialissima Super Record EPS review

Jun 2022 · Aaron Borrill

A precise, responsive and controlled superbike, that blends Bianchi's race-bred lineage with contemporary design

Highs
  • Telepathic handling

  • Responsive drivetrain

  • Stiff-yet-compliant ride quality

  • Classic looks

  • Cable-free facade

Lows
  • Wheels could be better

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BikeRadar
Bianchi Specialissima Dura-Ace Di2 review

May 2022 · Warren Rossiter

Jaw-dropping blend of speed, handling, control and smoothness. Pure superbike gold

Highs
  • Handling balance

  • Smooth ride

  • Brilliant drivetrain

Lows
  • Wheels can’t quite meet the high standard of the rest

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Road Bike Action
2021 BIANCHI SPECIALISSIMA ROAD BIKE REVIEW - Road Bike Action

Dec 2021 · David Kennedy

Just judging by the reaction that the Specialissima got wherever it was ridden, Bianchi definitely got the bike’s aesthetic nailed. The number of compliments, questions and just general interest in the Celeste-lathered bike was impressive and a true conversation starter.

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Cyclist
The Bianchi Specialissima has been completely redesigned to be disc-only

Oct 2020 · Joe Robinson

The classic bike has been given an aero overhaul for 2021 and goes disc-only

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Specialissima Disc carbon w/Bianchi CV, 1.5" - 1.5" headset, 27,2mm seatpost, mechanical/electronic shifting compatible, PressFit 86,5x41mm BB, internal cable routing for disc brakes, flat mount caliper, thru axle 12x142mm, sizes 47-50-53-55-57-59-61cm

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86mm, Press Fit

ColorsSj - Greenish Blue / Mermaid Scale; Sc - Celeste Ck16 / Mermaid Scale; Sb - Black Carbon Ud / Mermaid Scale

Fork

Bianchi Full Carbon w/Bianchi CV, 1.5" integrated head, internal cable routing for disc brake, flat mount caliper, thru axle 12x100mm

Bottom Bracket

Campagnolo Ultra Torque OS-Fit integrated cups 86,5x41mm

Headset

Fsa NO.55R 1.5"/ACR/Bianchi

Stem

Reparto Corse by FSA NS ACR, ST-OS-160, 3D Forged/CNC AL6061, 31.8mm, rise -6°, Di2 compatible, Ext: 90mm-47/50cm, 100mm-53cm, 110mm-55/57cm, 120mm-59cm, 130mm-61cm

Handlebar

Reparto Corse by FSA Compact HB-RK-222S/CCH/Di2, UD Weave Carbon, diam. 31.8mm, drop 125mm, reach 80mm, 4º Outward Bend, Size: 400mm-47/50cm, 420mm-53/57cm, 440mm-59/61cm

Saddle

Fi'zi:k Antares R1, cover MicroTex thermowelded, Composite carbon co-injected Nylon WingFlex, rail carbon braided 7x9cover, Integrated Clip System, 275x142mm

Seatpost

Reparto Corse by FSA K-Force Light SB25, SP-RK-165-MTC/WE/Di2, UD Carbon Monocoque, clamp type 2-Bolt Head "MTC", Setback 25 mm, Length 350mm, 27.2mm, Di2 Battery compatible

TypeRigid

Grips

Black soft Microfiber tapes w/shockproof Eva-139

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Campagnolo Super Record EPS 12sp

Front Derailleur

Campagnolo Super Record EPS 12sp

Crank

Campagnolo Super Record ultra-torque CT TI Carbon 50x34T, Crank Length: 170mm-47/53cm, 172.5mm-55/59cm, 175mm-61cm

Shifters

Campagnolo Super Record EPS 2x12sp

Cassette

Campagnolo Super Record 12sp, 11-29T

Chain

Campagnolo Super Record 12sp

Brakes

Campagnolo Hydraulic Disc Brakes, Flat Mount calipers

TypeCampagnolo Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

included w/shifters

Wheels
Rims

Fulcrum Wind 400 DB

Tires

Pirelli P ZERO Race, 26-622, 127TPI

Disc Rotors

Campagnolo 03 AFS, diam. 160mm

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