Campagnolo Groupsets
Campagnolo is a high end manufacture of cycling components. The company was founded in 1933 by Tullio Campagnolo in a small workshop based out of Vicenza, Italy. Tullio Campagnolo was an Italian cyclist in the 1920′s and conceived several ideas to improve the overall performance of the bicycles. Since 1933, the company has gone on to receive over 135 patents for their ideas. By the 60′s Campagnolo had earned notoriety among the sport of cycling and even helped the legendary cyclist Eddie Merckx by creating lightweight components for his bike. Since then, Campagnolo has become a frontrunner in cycling technology and high performance equipment.
Groupsets
Campagnolo makes so many different cycling parts that they have grouped their components into groupsets. These groupsets ensure that every component will work together to guarantee a successful result. Everything from materials to the designs and dimensions are created to work together within their groupset.
Groupsets Components
Campagnolo breaks down the groupsets into 6 significant components:
Sprocket Set – specifically engineered to integrate with the chain
Front derailleur – shifts the chain from one chain ring to another
Crankset – the chain rings
Chains – perfectly fits with the chaing rings and other components for fast and quiet
performance
Ergopower™ controls – allows for precise and smooth shifting
Rear derailleur – complex system of springs
Road: Super Record, Record, Chorus, Athena, Centaur, Veloce, Triple, Special
Pista: Record Pista
TT/TRI
Ciclocross
TT/TRI Groupset
This groupset is designed for time trials and is highly aerodynamic. All the components are created to help the cyclist shave off time. In time trials every second counts, so manufacturers are looking at ways to created lighter and more aerodynamically bikes. Additionally, these components are also designed to cut through the wind. From the wheels to the handlebars, and everything in between, these bikes are created for one thing, speed.
Pista Groupset
This groupset is designed for cyclists who compete on indoor tracks. These tracks have a specific surface so the bike components are designed to work efficiently and effectively on the indoor tracks. Stability, performance, and manoeuvring are all highly considered when constructing these parts.
Ciclocross
This groupset is for the cyclists who endure other elements like mud and sand. The components are designed for cyclists to be able to perform at a high level through elements that aren’t complementary to cycling. Campagnolo has studied every element and tested their components thoroughly to ensure top level cycling. Parts like the chains are specifically designed to handle the stress from shifting in these harsh terrains.
Road
The road groupset features numerous components for the various types of road cycling. The bikes can be super light, super fast, cutting edge, or even various colours. There are numerous sub-groupsets designed for specific needs. Some cyclists might need a bike that will handle steep climbs or fast descents. Other cyclists might just want a smooth ride throughout their neighbourhood. Regardless of the method of cycling, the road groupset has components for all desires.
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