The ExpoBici show in Padua, Italy, outside of Venice closed on Monday after a four-day run. Consumers are invited for the demo day and the first two days of the show with the last day reserved for trade visitors.
Vegas or Italy?
Texas native Darren Crisp lives in Italy where he hand builds custom titanium frames. Crisp welds about 35 frames per year for customers who wait up to 14 months for delivery.
What's a European trade show without a beer garden?
Selle Royal showed its eco-friendly line of Becoz saddles and grips, which replaces gel with more sustainable cork-based material.
The Cipollini booth drew big crowds on consumer day as people gathered to watch its James Bond ad campaign on the big screen.
Tortola's Roundtail circle frame won an innovation award and a lot of curious glances.
Effetto Mariposa's Alberto De Gioannini with a version of the torque wrench that launched his tools and accessories business five years ago.
Ergon was on hand with its new split spring carbon fiber seatpost. The springs allow for 12 to 15 mm of travel, adding comfort to the lighter, stiffer race bikes on the road today. Retail is $250.
Generations: Guerciotti founder Paolo and his son Alessandro work the brand's booth at ExpoBici. Guerciotti founded the company in 1964 and his son joined the management team in 1999.
The ExpoBici show in Padua, Italy, outside of Venice closed on Monday after a four-day run. Consumers are invited for the demo day and the first two days of the show with the last day reserved for trade visitors.