Colnago Master Più Oro Road Bicycle 1980s

The Colnago Master is undoubtedly the evergreen of the cycling history. First released in 1983, five different versions of the Colnago Master were manufactured until 1998 ( the Master 1983, Master Più 1987, Master Olympic 1991, Master Light 1994 and Master X-Light 1998).

The Master series undoubtedly represents a peak in steel frame manufacturing, but on the other hand, also marks the end of the steel era in the bicycle industry.

Released in 1987, the Master Più shares with its predecessors the famous Columbus Gilco crimped tubing – specifically designed by Gilberto Colombo to improve stiffness and withstand mechanical strain – but it differs for other details, such as the internally routed brake cable or three-pointed headlugs.

This particular Colnago Master Più stands above the rest though. The splendid frame has been completely refurbished. It has been embellished by gold plating almost everywhere you look. The lugs, both stays and fork crown have been gold plated. This very exclusive theme is then not just repeated but even elevated on the equipment.

The same treatment underwent almost every component of the iconic Campagnolo C-Record gruppo. Cranks, chanrings, derailleurs, headset you name it. On top of it many parts have been Colnago pantographed. The rest of the parts is of the finest too. Cinelli cockpit has Almarc stitched leather cover, Campagnolo Omega rims are in mint condition and fitted with brand new handmade tyres. Nice detail are the Campagnolo C-Record hubs in rare gunmetal "Century" finish.

This bike simply is a gold plated masterpiece.