COLANAGO REGAL H51 L53 CAMPAGNOLO 50TH

The Colnago Regal is a classic road racing bicycle frame produced by the prestigious Italian manufacturer Ernesto Colnago. It was particularly popular during the 1980s and early 1990s.

Frame Characteristics

• Material: High-quality steel tubing, often using Columbus SL or SLX tubing

• Lugs: Feature Colnago’s distinctive and elaborate star-shaped lugwork, particularly at the bottom bracket and fork crown

• Finish: Typically came in iconic Colnago color schemes with elaborate graphics

Historical Significance

• Racing Heritage: Used by professional cyclists in various competitions

• Technology: Represented the pinnacle of steel frame technology before carbon fiber dominance

• Collectibility: Highly sought after by vintage bicycle enthusiasts and collectors

Notable Features

• Star-shaped lugs – Signature Colnago aesthetic

• Threaded bottom bracket

• Traditional road geometry

• High-quality Italian craftsmanship

Dating Colnago Regal Frames

Frames can often be dated by:

• Serial numbers

• Specific lug patterns

• Color schemes and graphics

• Bottom bracket markings