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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 Bianchi Volpe and 2008 Bianchi Volpe.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×32; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×32; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2006 Bianchi Volpe
2008 Bianchi Volpe
Overview
Model Year
2006
2008
Brand
Bianchi
Bianchi
Model
Volpe
Volpe
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross
Cyclocross
Original MSRP
Not documented
$999.99
Colors
Gang Green
Sandstone
Sizes
44cm, 49cm, 52cm, 55cm, 58cm, 61cm
44cm, 49cm, 52cm, 55cm, 58cm, 61cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Bianchi DB CrMo
Double butted chromoly
Fork
Bianchi
Aprebic AC-A-5036
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Cromo Blades and Steerer, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cyclocross Mix
Cyclocross Mix
Shifters
Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control
Shimano Tiagra STI
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra, 28.6mm
Shimano Tiagra
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Crankset
Sugino XD500T, 28/38/48 teeth
Sugino XD-500T, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
—
Cassette
—
SRAM PG-950
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
SRAM
SRAM PC 951
Pedals
Wellgo clipless, 2-sided
Wellgo WDP-823
Brakes
Brakes
Cane Creek SCX-5 brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control levers
Cane Creek SCX-5 brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless VP
1 1/8" VP-A51AE
Handlebar
Aluminum
RC Premetec 6105R Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Bianchi 3D forged
RC Kalloy AS-6026 Alloy
Saddle
Bianchi Velo
Velo VL-1166
Seatpost
Poise XC suspension, 27.2mm diameter
RC Kalloy SP-600, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Tiagra
Shimano Tiagra
Rims
Front: Alex ACE 19, Rear: Alex ACE-19, 36-hole
WTB DX23, 32-hole
Front Tire
700 x 32C WTB All Terrainasaurus
700 x 32c WTB All Terrainasaurus
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.