Olmo - Competition - Road bicycle - Before 2000





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Olmo Competition – vintage road bike – Shimano 600 Arabesque – steel – chromed fork
I propose a vintage Olmo road bike, attributable to the series/model “Competition”.
The bike features a steel frame in orange, with the classic Olmo white branding and gold trim, a chromed fork and an aesthetic setup typical of Italian vintage road bikes. The original decal with the word “competition,” placed on the top tube, is now heavily deteriorated and largely erased by time, but the frame shape, graphics and the decal remnants are consistent with that identification.
An element of particular interest is the presence of the Shimano 600 Arabesque group, a component highly sought after and appreciated by vintage bicycle enthusiasts for build quality, elegance and rarity. The bike also presents valuable vintage details, including the characteristic solution with lever/brake lugs at the handlebar, a detail very interesting for those seeking a vehicle with a strong historical and collectible flavor.
The pedals visible in the photos are not included in the sale. Instead, vintage pedals matching the period of the bicycle are included.
The bike is offered in the condition visible in the photographs, with normal signs of wear and use compatible with the age of the bike. Ideal for collectors, Olmo enthusiasts, restorers or fans of Italian vintage racing bicycles.
Shimano 600 Arabesque group, rare and highly sought after
Vintage-era components
Pedals visible in the photos not included; vintage pedals included
Conditions as per photographs
Please note that the decal “competition” on the top tube is now deteriorated and largely erased; the model designation is therefore stated on the basis of the aesthetic and construction elements present on the frame.
Olmo Competition – vintage road bike – Shimano 600 Arabesque – steel – chromed fork
I propose a vintage Olmo road bike, attributable to the series/model “Competition”.
The bike features a steel frame in orange, with the classic Olmo white branding and gold trim, a chromed fork and an aesthetic setup typical of Italian vintage road bikes. The original decal with the word “competition,” placed on the top tube, is now heavily deteriorated and largely erased by time, but the frame shape, graphics and the decal remnants are consistent with that identification.
An element of particular interest is the presence of the Shimano 600 Arabesque group, a component highly sought after and appreciated by vintage bicycle enthusiasts for build quality, elegance and rarity. The bike also presents valuable vintage details, including the characteristic solution with lever/brake lugs at the handlebar, a detail very interesting for those seeking a vehicle with a strong historical and collectible flavor.
The pedals visible in the photos are not included in the sale. Instead, vintage pedals matching the period of the bicycle are included.
The bike is offered in the condition visible in the photographs, with normal signs of wear and use compatible with the age of the bike. Ideal for collectors, Olmo enthusiasts, restorers or fans of Italian vintage racing bicycles.
Shimano 600 Arabesque group, rare and highly sought after
Vintage-era components
Pedals visible in the photos not included; vintage pedals included
Conditions as per photographs
Please note that the decal “competition” on the top tube is now deteriorated and largely erased; the model designation is therefore stated on the basis of the aesthetic and construction elements present on the frame.
