Rare Bikes: The Italian Job
Italy has given the cycling world some of its most extraordinary creations. But beyond the legendary brands and celebrated racing victories lies another story of radical ideas, unconventional engineering and remarkable craftsmanship. From experimental prototypes to extremely limited productions, each machine tells a unique story. Unusual geometries, innovative materials and ingenious mechanical solutions reflected an era of relentless experimentation.
This is the Italian Job.
Coming November 5, 2026.
Behind Rare Bikes
Behind these extraordinary bicycles were equally extraordinary people. Framebuilders, craftsmen and visionaries who challenged conventions, experimented with new ideas and pushed the boundaries of what a bicycle could be. Some dedicated their lives to the pursuit of racing performance, while others followed their own unconventional visions, often working far from the spotlight. Different in background, philosophy and approach, they shared a relentless curiosity, exceptional craftsmanship and the ambition to create something truly unique. Their creations stand as a testament to an era when innovation was driven by individual determination.
Coming November 5, 2026.
Beyond Rare Bikes
Art has always shared a close connection with bicycle design. Beyond engineering and performance, these extraordinary machines reflect a pursuit of beauty, proportion and creative expression. With Rare Bikes, this relationship takes on a new dimension, bringing together the world of classic cycling and contemporary illustration. Inspired by the distinctive shapes, intricate details and unconventional forms of these remarkable bicycles, original artwork has been created exclusively for the project. A celebration of the bicycle not only as an engineering achievement, but also as an object of design, imagination and artistic expression.
Coming November 5, 2026.
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I first came across Corsa Classic through its maps of Italian and French bicycle makers. The idea of mapping framebuilders was something I had been thinking about myself for decades. Corsa Classic brings elements together with serious research and a kind of publishing that very few others are doing.
Corsa Classic is doing a wonderful job of documenting the high water era of Italian cycling. Their books expose the best of the sport and the trade. I highly recommend a subscription!
Corsa Classic is an exceptional source of knowledge and insight into the world of vintage bicycles. Through its work CC preserves stories and expertise that might otherwise be lost, creating lasting milestones in the history of road cycling.
My father, Ugo De Rosa, deeply appreciated the research carried out by Corsa Classic to document the history of De Rosa. He recognized the care, accuracy and passion behind the work, and was pleased to see its bicycles preserved with such attention to detail.
