Brakes: Shimano Ultegra R8020 hydraulic shifters and calipers
Wheels: Fulcrum Racing Alloy wheels
Tires: Schwalbe Pro One
Handlebars: Integrated Carbon handlebar and stem
Seatpost & Saddle: Carbon seatpost with Fizik Aliante R5
Description
Overall, the Superstar is a fun and involving bike to ride. It's quick enough and nimble enough (thanks to the shortish wheelbase) to race on or to really push it through the bends, but it also has the characteristics that make it an efficient long-distance speed machine. The geometry feels great, putting the rider in a comfortable position; racy but not over the top, and remaining suitably stiff through the frame and fork giving the Cinelli some poke. It feels confident on high-speed descents and on twisty back lanes and has a smooth, cruiser-like feel on well-surfaced main roads. The handling feels quite neutral, which works if you lack a bit of confidence descending and helps even the most experienced of us when fatigue kicks in on longer rides.
The Columbus frame is a monocoque created from Toray T700 high-modulus carbon fibre. It's certainly a quirky-looking frame, with its kinked top tube and multi-faceted down tube profile – but I think it looks pretty cool and the silvery blue paintjob looks striking in the sunlight, living up to the Superstar name.
You're getting Shimano Ultegra R8000 so the gear shifts still feel crisp through the lever and the hydraulic brakes are powerful and easy to modulate.
Condition
Mechanically sound and overall in good condition with a few scratches. See photos for any chips or imperfections.
