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Chic carbon fibre bolides from Sicily

Florentin Vesenbeckh

 · 12.09.2017

Chic carbon fibre bolides from SicilyPhoto: Florentin Vesenbeckh
Chic carbon fibre bolides from Sicily
A carbon hardtail with attention to detail and a 29er with 150 millimetres of suspension travel: Sicilian bike manufacturer Lombardo is bringing out some real eye-catchers in 2018.

Lombardo-Bikes is not exactly one of the giants of the mountain bike scene in Germany. However, the stylish frames, which are built in the company's own factory in Sicily, have certainly earned some attention. For 2018, the Italians are venturing into sporty territory: With a race hardtail made of carbon and a 29er enduro, also made of carbon fibre. The names reveal the area of application: Stelvio and Finale.

Lombardo Stelvio: Carbon hardtail for racers

The Lombardo Stelvio Team comes elegantly equipped and is expected to cost 3999 euros. Only the favourable Rockshox Reba fork does not quite fit into the equipment package.Photo: Florentin VesenbeckhThe Lombardo Stelvio Team comes elegantly equipped and is expected to cost 3999 euros. Only the favourable Rockshox Reba fork does not quite fit into the equipment package.

The race bike from Sicily goes by the beautiful name of Stelvio, the frame is visually appealing and attracts attention with chic and interesting details. The Team version (see pictures) with XX1 Eagle drivetrain, Rock Shox Reba fork, Ritchey parts and DT wheels will cost 3999 euros.

Handmade in Italy: According to the company, the Lombardo-Bikes factory is located in Sicily.Photo: Florentin VesenbeckhHandmade in Italy: According to the company, the Lombardo-Bikes factory is located in Sicily.Service opening: Among other things, the cables can be routed via this flap...Photo: Florentin VesenbeckhService opening: Among other things, the cables can be routed via this flap......which only reappear at the ends of the chainstays.Photo: Florentin Vesenbeckh...which only reappear at the ends of the chainstays.A Sram XX1 Eagle is controlled via the completely internally routed cables.Photo: Florentin VesenbeckhA Sram XX1 Eagle is controlled via the completely internally routed cables.

Lombardo Finale: 29er for the rough stuff

The Lombardo Finale is a 29er enduro bike with 150 millimetres of rear travel and a 160 millimetre fork.Photo: Florentin VesenbeckhThe Lombardo Finale is a 29er enduro bike with 150 millimetres of rear travel and a 160 millimetre fork.
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The 150-millimetre Finale fully is also brand new. With 29er wheels and a 160-millimetre Lyrik suspension fork, the carbon bike promises to take on tough terrain.

The carbon rear triangle comes in the current Boost standard.Photo: Florentin VesenbeckhThe carbon rear triangle comes in the current Boost standard.A beautifully shaped head tube, neatly internally routed cables and the words "Handmade in Italy" are of course a must for the Finale.Photo: Florentin VesenbeckhA beautifully shaped head tube, neatly internally routed cables and the words "Handmade in Italy" are of course a must for the Finale.Solid equipment: A Renthal cockpit...Photo: Florentin VesenbeckhSolid equipment: A Renthal cockpit......and Schwalbe's Magic Mary on the front and rear wheel.Photo: Florentin Vesenbeckh...and Schwalbe's Magic Mary on the front and rear wheel.

Unfortunately, geometry data and weights were not yet available at Eurobike.

Florentin Vesenbeckh

Florentin Vesenbeckh has been on a mountain bike since he was ten years old. Even on his very first tour, he focussed on single trails - and even after more than 30 years in the saddle of an MTB, these are still the quintessence of biking for him. He spent his youth competing in various bike disciplines and later his cycling career was characterised by years as a riding technique coach. Professionally, the experienced test editor now focusses on e-mountainbikes. In recent years, the qualified sports scientist and trained journalist has tested over 300 bikes and more than 40 different motor systems in the laboratory and in practice.

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