Following the success of the Steelnovo 70th Anniversary, the Colnago Steelnovo is now available to the public in two striking new colorways.
A year after celebrating its 70th anniversary with the exclusive Steelnovo, Colnago brings the timeless charm of steel back to its collection. Now available in two vivid
colorways, the Steelnovo invites every cyclist to rediscover the unmistakable pleasure of a smooth, authentic ride, for those who want to feel it truly.
The Steelnovo is a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship: a frame made from meticulously shaped steel tubes, assembled with seamless hidden welds and 3D-printed components entirely Made in Italy. This modern interpretation of steel blends Colnago’s more than 70 years of frame-building expertise with the most advanced standards in contemporary cycling manufacturing.
Launched initially as a numbered limited-edition model the Steelnovo Settanta, created to celebrate Colnago’s 70th anniversary and distinguished by an iconic silver paint scheme and unique custom-made components, the Steelnovo is now available again in two new colors and setups.
The model debuts in two elegant and expressive colorways: SNLB (Light Blue) and SNPP (Pastel Orange), a tribute to Colnago’s timeless design and unmistakable style.
Steel – Reinvented.
Steel is legacy. This material has been the cornerstone of both cycling history and Colnago’s own tradition up to the late 1990s. Every tube and joint is meticulously welded and brazed, echoing the richness of Italian frame-building craftsmanship. Iconic steel models, such as the Super (1968), Mexico (1972), Master (1982), and Arabesque (1983), remain sought after by collectors and connoisseurs worldwide.
Steel remembers. It’s not a slogan, it’s a material truth. Within its grain, in its vibrations and elastic response, lies the memory of every gesture that shaped it. That’s what gives steel its unmistakable, deeply satisfying ride feel.
With Steelnovo, steel is reinvented. Through an innovative production process that harnesses the power of additive manufacturing, utilizing 3D-printed internal lugs, Colnago reimagines tradition. The essence of steel’s memory and sensation meets seamless, contemporary design, creating a bicycle that feels timeless yet entirely modern — a steel bike built for the future.
Truly Niche Production, Proudly 100% Italian
The Steelnovo is crafted entirely in Italy, relying on a network of highly specialized partners. Columbus collaborated closely on the design of the steel tubes, while Additiva refined the 3D-printing process to meet Colnago’s exacting standards.
This meticulous production process involves multiple stakeholders and demands both precision and time. Each frame requires a full working day to complete, and annual production is intentionally limited to just 400 pieces, underscoring its exclusivity and artisanal quality.
Seamless, Future-Proof Design Through Additive Technology
The Steelnovo’s design emphasizes clean, essential tube shapes that integrate seamlessly, made possible by fully 3D-printed lugs and joints. This includes the top and bottom head tube connections, seat tube–top tube and seat stay junctions, rear dropouts, and other custom components. Every detail is considered, from fully integrated cable routing to bespoke nylon headset parts and a seatpost-clamp system incorporated into the seat stays, reflecting Colnago’s commitment to both performance and elegance.
Achieving such a modern, integrated design requires cutting-edge production technology. Advanced 3D printing enables the creation of complex, surface-modeled joints that are hollow internally, minimizing weight without compromising strength. Colnago collaborated with Additiva, a Modena-based Italian leader in additive manufacturing, renowned for its expertise in high-end motorsport applications. Through multiple iterations and refinements, this partnership produced a comprehensive suite of 3D-printed joints, delivering a robust, perfectly aligned frame with a competitive weight — a fully integrated, oversized steel frame that is both contemporary and enduring.
Technical Features
The Steelnovo model is compatible with all modern standards and components, ensuring that riders experience exceptional handling, superb comfort, and a strong sense of safety:
● Tire Clearance: With the ability to accommodate tires up to 35mm, riders can enjoy maximum grip in all conditions and added comfort.
● Racing Carbon Fork: The lightweight racing carbon fork, combined with oversized headset bearings, provides both stiffness and quick handling.
● The design also ensures steering precision and a sense of safety, thanks to the 1 1/8″ top and 1 1⁄4″ bottom bearings, which feature SLT technology to prevent wear.
● Oversized Bottom Bracket: The T47-86 bottom bracket increases stiffness in the bottom bracket area, enhancing responsiveness during acceleration.
● UDH Rear Dropout Standard: This standard ensures compatibility with all modern electronic groupsets, making the bike adaptable to current technologies.
Geometry
The Steelnovo is available in 7 sizes: 420, 455, 485, 510, 530, 550, 570. Preorders of frame kits incorporating frame, fork, headset and seat post are available for pre order for $6250.
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