Continuing the development of in-house production, 3T adds a new model to its made-in-Italy portfolio: the Strada Italia, a road bike for all roads, which aims to maximize the rider’s performance with a perfect balance between comfort and aerodynamics. The Strada Italia sports a design optimized around tires with a 30-35mm WAM (Width As Measured), a fitting studied to enable strong riders to maximize their performance, and aerodynamic tube shapes designed to optimize the speed in real-world conditions. –
“The Strada Italia is manufactured in the same Bergamo factory as the Racemax Italia and Extrema Italia. It shares the same filament winding and Resin-Transfer-Moulding (RTM) technology, which has allowed 3T to bring much of its production back to Italy.”
“Since its inception, 3T has been the forerunner in the road space. Pushing beyond the boundaries of accepted tradition only to see these ideas become the standard on the roads for amateurs and professionals alike. The Strada Italia represents the next generation of high-performance aero bikes. Comfortable for the everyday rider but with speed and aerodynamics demanded for professional use.”
A Tailored Carbon Layup for Reactivity, Handing, & Comfort
The filament winding and RTM technologies shared with its fellow 3T Italia models, the RaceMax and Extrema, allowed the engineers of the Bergamo-based brand to have complete control over the carbon layup process. The result is a frame that significantly enhances the on-the-bike experience:
- Reactivity – The more you push, the more it gives. The in-house engineering technology allowed 3T to build a frame that gives you the energy return you look for whenever you want to up the pace. With its short chainstays, the Strada Italia offers the feel of a pure racing bike.
- Handling – The balance of torsional stiffness-to-compliance at the headtube has allowed 3T’s technicians to maximize the Strada’s precision as it dives into corners, giving the rider the confidence needed to get the best out of themselves and the bike, especially on fast and challenging descents.
- Comfort – The layup in the lower seat tube area has been refined, most significantly in the curved aero cut-out: this section gives the Strada Italia significant engineered vertical compliance without compromising energy transfer.
Enhanced Performance Geometry & Wide Tires
“Comfort, along with aerodynamic optimization, is the combination of characteristics that makes the Strada Italia a unique offering. While 3T’s carbon technology plays a role in this, the fully new frame geometry also ensures that more riders can achieve their optimal aerodynamic position and maximize their performance.”
“In addition to positional changes, the ability to use a 30 to 35-mm WAM tire plays a large role in creating such a comfortable platform. Besides being more comfortable on rough roads, wider tires are also safer, providing greater confidence while reducing rolling resistance and improving efficiency.”
Aerodynamics for Real Riders & Aero Maximization
“At 3T, comfort and aerodynamics go hand in hand. An aerodynamic bike is useless if the rider cannot stay in an aerodynamic position. Without the right fit, this becomes an impossible chore. Cockpit choice and flexibility play an important role here. 3T has used its Integrale technology, Aeroflux carbon bars, and carbon MORE stem to allow the rider to find the best position for their ride while concealing the hydraulic hoses internally.”
“Once the rider has their position dialled in, the frame becomes the next most significant factor for aerodynamic resistance. Considering the new UCI regulations on frame shapes, 3T has pushed the boundaries to maximize the frame’s aerodynamic performance. This is visually obvious at the headtube, where the deep yet narrow profile maximizes aerodynamic efficiency at the bike’s front end. A downtube developed to shield bottles, together with deeper and thinner profiles, perfectly complete the package.”
Groupset Compatibility
“The Strada Italia is designed specifically and solely for electronic groupsets and adopts the UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger) system.”
A Window to our Soul
“As is tradition for the Italia family, all the Strada Italia frames include a small transparent section. This window allows you to appreciate the beauty of the carbon fibre weave. You’ll find this in the 3 and T on the downtube. The Project X version is also available for lovers of a “naked” finish. Finally, for those who prefer to customize their frame, the “Ready to Paint” version will also be available.”
Framesets / Pricing
Strada Italia Verde, Bianco or Rosso with 3T More Integrale Stem and 3T Aeroflux LTD handlebar:
- EU: €5,999
- UK: £5,487
- Asia: US$5,900
- USA: US$6,599
- Canada: CA$8,899
Strada Italia Ready to Paint (only Project X prep) with 3T More Integrale Stem and 3T Aeroflux LTD handlebar:
- EU: €6,299
- UK: £5,762
- Asia: US$6,196
- USA: US$6,999
- Canada: CA$9,299
Strada Italia Project X with 3T More Integrale Stem and 3T Aeroflux LTD handlebar:
- EU: €6,499
- UK: £5,944
- Asia: US$6,392
- USA: US$7,199
- Canada: CA$9,599
Complete Bikes / Pricing
Strada Italia Verde, Bianco or Rosso with Rival AXS 2×12, Zipp 303S, 3T More Stem and 3T Aeroflux LTD handlebar:
- EU: €7,899
- UK: £7,226
- Asia: US$7,770
- USA: US$8,699
- Canada: CA$11,699
Strada Italia Verde, Bianco or Rosso with Ultegra Di2 2×12, Discus 45I32 LTD, 3T More Stem and 3T Aeroflux LTD handlebar:
- EU: €9,199
- UK: £8,414
- Asia: US$9,048
- USA: US$10,199
- Canada: CA$13,599
Strada Italia Verde, Bianco or Rosso with Force AXS 2×12, Discus 45I32 LTD, 3T More Stem and 3T Aeroflux LTD handlebar:
- EU: €9,199
- UK: £8,414
- Asia: US$9,048
- USA: US$10,599
- Canada: CA$13,599
Strada Italia Project X with Force AXS 2×12, Discus 45I32 LTD with Carbon-Ti hubs, 3T More Stem and 3T Aeroflux LTD handlebar:
- EU: €10,499
- UK: £9,604
- Asia: US$10,327
- USA: US$11,599
- Canada: CA$15,499
About 3T
“At the forefront of carbon frame manufacturing for gravel and road bikes, 3T is a Bergamo-based company headquartered in Presezzo. Utilizing cutting-edge processes and patented technologies within its proprietary factory, 3T has established itself as a leading innovator in the cycling industry.”
Learn more at the 3T Website