STEEL ROAD BIKE BUILD - Custom Officina Battaglin PORTOFINO [Behind a Custom Steel Bike]
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- čas přidán 23. 01. 2020
- Want to take a detailed look at how a custom steel road bike is assembled? Then you’re going to love this video.
Today we will be watching Officina Battaglin’s mechanic as he builds a custom Portofino bike in the Battaglin workshop.
Step by step.
First, Alex will introduce this dream bike.
The frame is a custom Portofino built to the owner’s specifications.
It has been finished in a pink cromovelato that recalls Giovanni Battaglin’s Giro victory.
The owner went for a full Italian build with a 12-speed Campagnolo Record groupset, Campagnolo Bora WTO wheels, and Deda Elementi carbon parts.
After this short introduction, the assembly will begin.
You’ll see the frame inspection made by Giovanni Battaglin in person.
In fact, Giovanni Battaglin always makes sure that his eponymous frames are built to the highest standards.
Next, our mechanic will take center stage.
From putting the grease in the headtube to fine-tuning the rear derailleur, every single step of the process has been documented.
If you want to see how a custom steel bike goes from a bare frame to a race machine ready to hit the road, this is a must-watch video.
ABOUT OFFICINA BATTAGLIN
Officina Battaglin is the steel bicycle brand founded by the 1981 Giro-Vuelta double winner Giovanni Battaglin.
With its collection of custom steel frames and bikes handbuilt in Italy, Officina Battaglin is the only brand managed in person by a Grand-Tour winner.
Each steel frame is made to order and designed to the owner’s specifications by Giovanni Battaglin himself, to deliver the most comfortable and pleasant riding experience.
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This is the best so far in a group of fantastic videos from Battaglin. Thanks for giving the world a look at true craftsmanship.
Hey Lance, it's great to know that our videos keep improving! Thank you for being part of this.
The color is perfect too!
Agree. Best ever. If I ever need brain surgery I want this guy.
She is beautiful, this is how every Italian bike should look. It's even built with style.
Thanks Tim 🇮🇹
This was very relaxing to watch. Gorgeous bike!
Compared to a lot of other build videos, this has a ridiculous amount of urgency! And professionalism. Just determination and confidence in this build.
I'd have to agree. Seems like it was very rushed.
In 1996 I had a custom bike built for me. My size, my paint scheme, my parts choices. The entire Record bike was around $4500 with two sets of wheels.
Today a cookie-cut plastic tennis-racket with wheels is more.
This is state of the art in steel road bikes. I want one some day
That frame is a work of art. Gorgeous paint and the lugs are incredible.
Thanks Mark! 🇮🇹
I would like to suggest u to make all the videos longer than usual it will be great for followers 👍🇮🇹
Italians bikes are the BEST !!! 👍
Thanks German!🇮🇹
Italian* bikes
Stunning. Stunning. Stunning.
Thanks a lot!
Thank you for sharing such a great video. Nothing compares to the look of a classic steel frame bicycle. True art.
the blood the sweat and tears all Italian Bellissimo
Grazie mille 🇮🇹
That bar taping was fast but elegant!
Left out the most tricky part, though, which is right behind the Campagnolo lever bands. No matter how many ways I try it, I can't get the extra little strip positioned right to fully cover the bars without gaps. Sometimes I manage, but after a few rides the tape shifts slightly and there are gaps.
It's special indeed!
Alex, your behind the scenes, "How It's Made" videos are wonderful! Very informative and also showcasing your excellent and beautiful frames. Thank you for producing and posting these.
Thanks a lot David! Glad you find them informative. For us, it's comments like yours that make the effort that goes into producing these videos worthwhile.
Believe me, I am absolutely stunned by the beautiful and delicate way that they assemble that beauty bike, as if it were a plastic surgery, as that beautiful piece of true Italian art deserves.
Thanks a lot 🇮🇹
If anyone sees this and still decides to buy a bike made in China, they are crazy.
@@robertorolfo I agree. God bless these wonderful crafts men.
@@taichihead42 ... craftsmen*
@@robertorolfo You know that the bike in this video sells for close to 10,000 Euros easily. So if you can only spend 2000 on a somewhat decent road bike, it's very likely you have to buy Chinese.
Amazing bikes! This is art.
Thanks a lot!🇮🇹
Beautiful bike,almost too nice to ride.It could hang on the wall like true art:)
What a beauty!
Magnificent video,the bike builder is truly skilled,I wish I could wrap handlebar tape as good as he can.💯👌🏻✌🏻🚴♂️
Thank you very much! Yes, the bike builder is very, very skilled 👌🏻
Assembling the cockpit separately before attaching it to the frame is a nice idea. Given the colour of the frame, I'd have chosen purple bar tape though.
Thanks for your feedback 🇮🇹
An exceptional nice chromovelato steel bike-love these lugs!
This is my understanding of cycling culture-steel is real! 🤙
It looks like I'm talking to a serious connoisseur here 😎
Alex;
Another great video. Thanks for sharing this. Now I need to make myself a couple of new tools.
Your bikes are gorgeous!!
Thanks
Hey Brian, thank you for your support! Which tools caught your attention?
One of the most beautiful bikes I've ever seen.
Thanks 🇮🇹
I think this is a great bike that makes the most of the steel elements, while giving a modern twist to the charm of chromoly. The design of the essential lugs is exquisite, and the paint colors and graphics are up-to-date and tasteful. I also like the fact that it has glaciated tire wheels but not disc brakes.
Thanks!🇮🇹 We have more custom builds with lugs and rim brakes in our channel - make sure to check them out!
Beautiful!
Thanks David!
I. Have a " world champion 87 " t t funny bike that was a copy of Stephen Roche's 87 tour de. France time trial bike that I bought in 89 or 90 . It's gorgeous and it Drew crouds. We're ever I went with it. I'm 65 and I don't ride anymore but it hangs up in my bedroom ready to go ,just in case !!!
You do have some history hanging on the wall 🇮🇹 👑👑👑
Get out there.
@@cccpkingu I look at it every day .I'm too heavy for it right now .but if I get my weight down .I'm also looking at some exercise bikes ,thanks for your comment
@@cccpkingu the bike is all Italian except it has a.french roval 26" front wheel ,which stated not recommended for riders over 180 lbs.
Go for walks keep riding
Me encantan estas bicis son una pasada. 😍
１．Brake Padがアルミ用を使用しています。Redのゴムに交換しないと。２．チェーンカッターをNon drive側からつかっているのがCampyの作法通りで美しい。Fun.
A thing of beauty.
Thanks a lot! 🇮🇹
What a dream. Just beautiful. I love these videos!
Hey Jeremy, thanks a lot! We'll keep the videos coming, so stay tuned 🎥🎥🎥
Hermosa bicicleta felicitaciones por la obra de arte.
True artisan at work...superb! Thanks for producing these beautiful videos...just subbed. Regards, Mitch
Thanks a lot! Stay tuned, we have more videos like this coming up! 🇮🇹
Vi este video varias veces y varias veces quede maravillado por la preciosa construccion de tan hermosa bicicleta, verdaderamente las bicicletas italianas son las mejores del mundo!!!! y Battaglin en especial!!!. Nunca pude tener una, pero he disfrutado de varias colnago, de rosa y pinarello, pero bataglin son una de las pocas que todavia conserva una cultura de construccion tradicional, fiel a los primeros principios del ciclismo que tan grande hizo a Italia y a sus ciclistas memorables!!!
Muchas gracias Cristian!
Some important details were left out. The shifter cables routing at the bottom bracket. Would have been interested to see. What size is the bottom bracket housing? Can't make a choice on this frame without seeing everything about it.
Such a beautiful frame Mamamia!
Grazie mille! 🇮🇹
Poetic Art!
Extremely Nice...!!
The workmanship is Amazing..!!
Linda bici !!! Espetacular
Muchas gracias!
... Madona ... Che magia.... ❤️
Shared to the OldVelos Cyclists Page - in Ireland.
Thanks for your support Ger. It's very much appreciated 🇮🇪
Very well done series of videos from Officina Battaglin. So much eye candy, these superb bicycles. I'm thinking of giving myself one of their custom bikes for my 72nd birthday in November, 2021. I'd better get cracking on placing an order. It might just be my last bicycle. It was certainly be the best.
Thanks Mark! We would be honored to build the best bike ever for you. Don't hesitate to reach out at www.callofficinabattaglin.com so we can give you more information about how many slots are available!
If you get the chance to visit Officina Battaglin you are in for an amazing history lesson in Giovanni Battaglin and the passion he, Alex and the rest of the craftsmen at OB put into every bicycle frame and complete they build. This was one of highlights of our trip in September, 2019, and yes, I did order a Portofino (and my son a Pave') upon seeing the operation they have.
Thanks, Orest! We look forward to having you here at the factory again.
Lovely! I wonder why so many bike mechanics just don't use a drill to tight bolts, but this guy, it's a bloody time saver.
We totally agree about our mechanic being a bloody time saver 😂
@@OfficinaBattaglin Well, I meant the tool, not the man, but he is so too lol.
Maybe it's because many builders would not dream of starting a thread with an electric tool. Call me old fashioned, but it's a bad sign in my book, I wonder how many agree with me? After all, this is not a mass production setting, the whole point of a custom bike, and indeed the specific tone of this video, is patience and craftsmanship, is it not? In simple terms we're only a few minutes in and you blew it for me, but hey, your running a business, right? Regardless, your customer will love the beautiful bike!
@@MarkDaleADV Right on.
Vabbè che dire....stupenda
Grazie Maurizio!
The music so relaxing .while build a road bike.
I have hope for my old bike now 🙏🏾
Thanks for not having loud annoying music
Thank you! For building up a custom frame with the utmost precision, you need a calming and relaxing soundtrack 🇮🇹
never trade passion for glory
Veramente bella e artigianale.complimenti
Grazie Luca! 🇮🇹
Bellísimo trabajo!
bellissimo.
Grazie mille 🇮🇹
Superb. I wonder, what such a beauty would cost me. Mine would be blue cromovelato, though..
Thanks Stephan! You can find pricing information about the Portofino on our website; and if you're interested in discussing a full build, just fill out the form at www.callofficinabattaglin.com
If I could one day afford to buy one of those beauties, it could be that I wouldn´t dare to ride it. Just one scratch would break my heart.
Thank you, but believe me: our bikes are built to be ridden and bring their owners years of enjoyment!🇮🇹
Beautiful.. Are you exhibiting at the Bespoked bike show in Bristol?
Thank you! We aren't going to Bristol, but we're planning on releasing something very special this spring 😎
@@OfficinaBattaglin You should make more videos like this, the longer/more detail the better. Stunning work!
@@fastestmilkman3840 We will, for sure! We have very detailed videos about our building process here ==> officinabattaglin.com/free-video-series-the-man-of-steel/
Linda! Tem de vender no Brasil!
Thanks! Vendemos em todo o mundo 😊
Excellent! The best build video ever. Seeing Giovanni, Alex, and the unnamed superb mechanic (who is that?) makes this a very special vid. Production quality top notch too.
@@timshig2226 Wow Tim! There are already many build videos on CZcams, so this kind of feedback is particularly gratifying. The unnamed mechanic is the man behind all of our custom builds 🔧 🚴♂️ And he's certainly the right person to take good care of them!
handle bar wrap direction is different from park tool video
Does anyone know how much a build like this is.......approximately?
The prices of some of these parts have changed significantly from when this video was published. If you want to have a quote for a similar build, I suggest booking a free call at www.callofficinabattaglin.com
So how well does a press fit fit on a steel bike? Probably less creek than on alu or carbon.
Actually, on our frames, we use only BSA-threaded shells. The reason for this is that press-fit shells should be thicker to avoid distortion during welding or brazing.
@@OfficinaBattaglin Right, good point. On first glance, that big tool used on the BB, looked to me like a bearing press.
Threaded is the only way to go
grease that seatpost and stem bolts please!
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Como y donde puedo comprar una para traerla a México?
What’s the best Italian steal bike ?
Ours 😎 🇮🇹
name of the song at the start please? :)
Like all our custom bikes, this tune was custom-produced for this video by our media team 🎹
The question is, what is the steel? 853, Zero replica, XCR, Spirit..?
Columbus Spirit HSS.
@@OfficinaBattaglin Grazie. I believe the MpA figure is 1050-1280, making it slightly stronger than Reynolds 725. Is there a rider weight limit?
@@sandydennylives1392 Yes, but not because of the frame. On a complete bike, the rider weight limit depends mainly on the components.
@@OfficinaBattaglin Was 114 kg and used Campag Chorus and Zonda wheels to good effect over five years trouble free. On terrible roads as well. The solid cf spider and cranks helped no doubt. Campag know the answer.
nice work exept of the bosh drill and the ugly cockpit what happened there?
What's ugly about it?
robertorolfo
so much spacers un a custom build
massive modern oversize stem and handlebar on a classic steel frame
the headtube is too thick
a 44mm with external cups would look more in line with all the proportions
no torque wrench in shop?
How much is the usual price of a portofino frame
You can find pricing information at www.officinabattaglin.com
If you have to ask, you can't afford it anyway.
Is that the original fork?
Yes.
price is just for the frame?
Yes, every bike we make is custom so the final price of the bike depends on the parts 🇮🇹
Regone piro lek?
Quite enjoyable but I wish your pianist knew more than 3 notes.
isn't Campagnolo made in Romania?
Buy some and see. It will be written right on the box.
The lower-tier groups' chains and cassettes are made in Romania. Everything else and all parts containing carbon are still made in Italy.
🤔🤔
I wonder what the Average price Is?.
You can find pricing information at www.officinabattaglin.com
Sorry, but you are NOT building the steel frame but only installing the components :-( Do you also manufacture the steel frame yourself?
YES, we've been manufacturing steel frames for 40 years.
It's a sin to put a plastic fork on that bike. You won't go to hell for it. I don't think God cares what kind of fork it has.
Carbon is a composite, but has nothing in common with plastic.
@@einundsiebenziger5488 If you throw a stone down a dark alley and you hear a scream, you know you hit something.
@@lovenottheworld5723 Throwing stones down dark alleys is not getting you into heaven either? I suppose the customer asked for it, different folks, different strokes?
i expected to see a build, instead i saw an assembly. Disappointed
👍🖐🇹🇷.