The 1991 Bianchi catalog for the U.S. market showcases a variety of bicycles from the '90s, including road bikes, mountain bikes, Cross-Terrain® (gravel-style) bikes, track bikes, and framesets. Bianchi collaborates with Tange and equips most of its 1991 bicycles with Japanese components from Shimano and SunTour. Only the top-of-the-line models, such as the Bianchi Proto road bike, Bianchi Forza MTB, and Bianchi Pista, feature premium frame materials like Columbus MAX, Ritchey/Tange, and Columbus Cromor. These models are also equipped with the best groupsets of the time. The Proto, which is Bianchi's top-tier racing bike for 1991, comes with Campagnolo Record Delta brakes in a century finish, making it very rare and highly sought-after.
🚴 1991 BIANCHI ROAD BIKES
| Model | Frame Material | Groupset | Notable Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proto | Columbus MAX | Campagnolo Record Century | Lugless design, Delta brakes, top-tier race spec |
| Virata | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange Prestige) | Shimano Ultegra SIS | Aero levers, precision road geometry |
| Alfana | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange Prestige) | Shimano 105 SC | Mid-range road bike with comfort-oriented fit |
| Eros | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange Prestige) | Shimano Exage 300EX | Entry-level classic road model |
| Forza | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange Prestige) | Shimano Exage 400EX | Comfortable geometry with performance spec |
| Premio | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange Prestige) | Shimano Deore LX | Performance tourer with linear-pull brakes |
🚵 1991 BIANCHI MOUNTAIN BIKES
| Model | Frame Material | Groupset | Tire Type / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forza MTB | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Ritchey/Tange) | SunTour XC-Pro | High-performance MTB, titanium brake finish |
| Premio MTB | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange) | Shimano Deore DX | Light XC bike with Ritchey Vantage rims |
| Grizzly | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange) | Shimano Deore LX | Off-road capable with Megabite tires |
| Peregrine | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange) | SunTour X-1 | Trail-oriented with lightweight alloy build |
| Sika | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange) | SunTour XCM | Comfort-focused trail geometry |
| Osprey | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange) | SunTour XCT | Recreational MTB with wide gear range |
| Ibex | Tange chromoly | SunTour XCU | Entry-level MTB, gel saddle |
| Nyala | Tange chromoly | SunTour XCU | Step-through version available |
| Ocelot | Tange chromoly | SunTour XCU | Budget-friendly MTB with rugged components |
🚴 CROSS-TERRAIN® BIKES
| Model | Frame Material | Groupset | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equinox | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange Prestige) | SunTour XC-Pro | Fast and light with road/mountain hybrid versatility |
| Axis | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange Prestige) | Shimano Ultegra | Aero bar-ready geometry, great for triathletes |
| Volpe | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange Prestige) | Shimano 105-SC | All-terrain touring bike with 700x35C tires |
| Project 7 | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange) | SunTour X-1 | Hybrid commuter with drop or flat bar options |
| Project 5 | Bianchi SuperSet-2 (Tange) | SunTour XCE | High-value urban ride with gel saddle |
| Backstreet | Tange chromoly | SunTour XCM | All-purpose mixed-terrain bike |
| Boardwalk | Tange chromoly | SunTour XCT | Step-through comfort with classic styling |
| Advantage | Tange chromoly | SunTour XCU | Popular hybrid option for everyday use |
| Main Street | Tange chromoly | SunTour XCU | Relaxed fit commuter with easy gearing |
🚴 1991 BIANCHI TRACK BIKE
| Model | Frame Material | Groupset / Features | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pista | Columbus Cromor | Omega Pista, Gipiemme | Classic fixed gear with tubular tires |
🛠 FRAMESETS
| Model | Frame Material | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Proto | Columbus MAX | High-end Italian race frame, internal cable routing |