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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… (Read more[VIDEO] From bare frame to Italian dream bike)

Want to see how much Italian a custom steel bike can look? Then don’t miss this new Custom Bike of the Week’s episode! Join Alex at the Battaglin workshop in Marostica, and check out a steel road machine with a custom paint job that has Italy written all over it. First, a little context. Anthony,… (Read more[VIDEO] This custom steel bike has a distinctive Italian flair)

If you’ve ever wondered how a fillet-brazed custom steel frame is made, this video will give you all the answers. Join Alex in the Battaglin workshop in Marostica, Italy! Today, he will tell you everything you need to know about building a custom steel bicycle frame with fillet-brazed construction. So, here’s what you’re going to… (Read more[VIDEO] How a fillet-brazed custom steel frame is made)

Want to see a custom bike with a truly spectacular finish? Make sure to check out this new Custom Bike of the Week episode! Today, Alex will show you a custom Portofino finished in an amazing blue cromovelato. This is a Portofino Premium, the most exclusive version of the Officina Battaglin Portofino. Kevin, the owner,… (Read more[VIDEO] NEW custom bike with AMAZING CROMOVELATO finish!)

Love the look and feel of classic steel bicycles which take advantage of modern technology? Then this video is for you. In today’s Custom Bike of the Week episode, you’ll discover the limited-edition Arena 1981 No. 9 frame assembled with the latest Campagnolo components. So, here’s what Alex is going to cover. First, you’ll learn… (Read more[VIDEO] Classic steel frame + modern components: here’s the Arena 1981 No. 9!)

Since its launch in 2017, the Portofino frame has been the answer for those looking for a truly unique custom bike. There’s no other frame in the world that blends the traditional lugged construction with the contemporary look of the triple-butted Columbus HSS tubeset and the tapered steerer. And while we were already offering custom… (Read moreIntroducing the Portofino Premium: here’s the most exclusive custom finish for your Portofino!)

Cromovelato. If you have been wondering how this spectacular finish is actually achieved on a steel frame, this video will give you the answer. Cromovelato was used for some of the most iconic Italian steel bikes back in the 80s. And a few expert craftsmen in Italy still do it. However, it’s hard to find… (Read more[VIDEO] How a CROMOVELATO steel frame is actually made)

Is it possible to make a modern steel road bike with lugs? The answer is yes, and in this video, Alex from Officina Battaglin will show you how. So step inside the Battaglin bike workshop, and get a unique insight into the Portofino’s design project! Introduced in 2017, the Officina Battaglin’s Portofino is the first… (Read more[VIDEO] How to make a modern steel bike with lugs: behind the scenes of the Portofino project)

Want to see how a custom steel road bike should be to make long climbs more comfortable? Look no further than here. Join Alex at the Battaglin museum in Marostica for a detailed rundown of a premium steel bike custom built for an expert Swiss cyclist who loves climbing. In this Custom Bike of the… (Read more[VIDEO] A custom steel road bike to improve comfort on long climbs | Custom Bike of the Week)

Today I want to share with you the story behind this custom steel bike. Quite a singular paint scheme, isn’t it? It’s a Power+ Disc steel race machine built inside the Officina Battaglin workshop, Northern Italy. If you’re already familiar with our Power+ Disc steel frame, you might remember that its colors are quite different…… (Read moreHow an iconic racing car inspired a custom steel bike with a unique color that changes depending on the light)