BianchiSprint
Origin
The Sprint name has historic roots in Bianchi's 1980s steel racing line, but the modern Sprint is a full-carbon redesign positioned as the accessible entry point into Bianchi's carbon road family. Engineered by Reparto Corse to deliver authentic Italian race feel without the price tag of the Oltre or Specialissima, it shares the same aggressive geometry philosophy - 73-degree head angle, 73.5-degree seat angle - while using a more affordable carbon layup that omits the patented Countervail vibration-cancelling material. The result is a punchy, responsive all-rounder reviewers consistently describe as 'great value Bianchi' - capable on climbs, all-day rides and amateur road races, with 32 mm tire clearance for modern wider rubber. Available with Shimano 105 mechanical, 105 Di2 and Ultegra builds in classic Celeste.
Specifications
- Frame
- Full carbon monocoque frame (single continuous layup, no bonded sections), aero-influenced tube shapes and dropped seat stays
- Weight
- kg
- Drivetrain
- 2x — build-dependent: Shimano 105 mechanical 11-sp, 105 Di2 12-sp, or Ultegra 11-sp (22-sp); 50/34 compact crank, 11-32/11-34 cassette; Force eTAP AXS 12-sp also offered
- Brakes
- Shimano hydraulic disc (105 or Ultegra), 160 mm steel rotors; rim-brake version also offered earlier
- Wheels
- Shimano RS-series disc wheelset (alloy, ~700c)
The verdict
- Smooth, stable ride with swift, confidence-inspiring handling on descents and corners
- Stiff, responsive full-carbon frame that climbs well for its weight
- Strong value — authentic Italian race feel and Celeste looks at an accessible price vs Oltre/Specialissima
- Versatile all-rounder: up to 32 mm tire clearance and full internal routing for modern wider rubber
- Wide build range (105 mech, 105 Di2, Ultegra, Force eTAP AXS; disc and rim)
- Middleweight stock Shimano RS wheels dull outright performance and feel draggy on long sustained climbs
- Stock Selle Royal saddle is too squishy and less stable than a firmer race saddle for some riders
- Lacks the patented Countervail vibration-damping carbon of pricier Bianchi models
- ~9.15 kg as-tested is merely average for the road-race category — not a lightweight climber
- Aggressive geometry can be a stretch for riders wanting a more endurance-relaxed fit
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