Tommaso Carbon Bikes Spy Shots

Tommaso just released this "spy shot" of a couple of bikes on their facebook fan page. The caption of the image is "The Tommaso carbon road bikes are almost here! Here's a peak at two of the three beauties coming your way. More pictures to come..."

This leads us to believe a couple of things:

1. Tommaso has carbon bikes arriving soon (we had Tommaso carbon bikes not long ago and sold out, obviously because they are awesome!)

2. Tommaso has 3 carbon fiber bikes (duh, it says that)

3. One is named the Tommaso Aggraziato, the other the Tommaso Corvo. Corvo is a new name in the Tommaso Line, who knows that this means for this bike though. Perhaps it is some NHL collaboration bike...

4. The Corvo appears to be a black/white bike and the Aggraziato appears to be black/silver, check that hot bartape on the Aggraziato.

5. So far these bikes look pretty sweet, we are excited and you should be too. Of course if you want to be the first to know of these bikes arrival join our newsletter or follow our deals twitter.

Tommaso Mondial Road Bike - Product Managers Review

Tommaso is proud of every bike they make and we love them for that. We are proud of the bikes they make as well. One of the bikes that we think is the best in the current production is the Tommaso Mondial Road Bike. We are fond of this bike for many reason, which we let Tommaso explain for themselves. If you ask me though aesthetically this is the best Tommaso road bike. The blue on this bike is the coolest blue I've ever seen on a bike, it is bold but not overwhelming, paired with the white logo it looks modern and sleek. Performance wise, we've always been a fan of the price to performance ratio of Shimano Ultegra (that's some crisp shifting for a petty penny) and the carbon fork adds a smooth ride. Read on for a review of the Tommaso Mondial direct from the source.

Tommaso Product Manager's Review:

Every now and then I get a moment to stop and write about a Tommaso bike that I love to ride. Of course as a Tommaso Product Manager I have the chance to ride a lot of bikes, but there are some that catch my attention for personal reasons. This has to do with time in the saddle as well as my history in cycling. Let’s just say I was racing on down tube shifters and wearing a neon pink racing kit…yeah, I’ve been in the game a little while.

One of the bikes that returns to my attention often is the Tommaso Mondial. It comes up more frequently than Kiss songs on my iPod. The Mondial is a rock star in its own right. It has the time-tested Ultegra 6600 STI shifters, Ultegra 6600 rear derailleur and Ultegra 6600 front derailleur. There’s nothing to worry about and no need for an upgrade. The Ultegra is an amazing group that appears on a couple of my bikes. I have Ultegra on my travel bike (it’s been around the world a few times) and it comes out of the case shifting every time. One of the best parts about the Mondial spec is the FSA Gossamer crank. Most people don’t know that a certain World Champion time trial God prefers the aluminum Gossamer over the carbon FSA cranks because of the Gossamer's stiffness. We feel that if it is good enough for him it should be good enough for Tommaso Nation.

Another nice feature of the FSA Gossamer crank is the compact 50/34 tooth arrangement. Compact cranks are great for just about everyone except the most elite cyclists. Then again some pros have used them during the mountain stages of well known races. Choosing a compact crank makes good sense for many reasons. It's lighter and the gear range is better, making it much easier to use than a triple. The compact gives you all gearing options that you need, especially when the road points upward. That's where you'll really enjoy the 34 front chainring.

The cockpit of the Tommaso Mondial is very comfortable. As a product manager I have a collection of handlebars. I travel the world and have been known to amuse others as I try out every bar that I can get my hands on. I maneuver into the descending position, get into sprint mode and climbing position. I ride the tops, drops and hoods. After years of racing, training, centuries and MS-150 rides, I know what fits most hands comfortably. If you check out the Tommaso Blog you will see that I have written a piece on what is involved in choosing good handlebars. If you ever see me on a long ride I will be happy to discuss my insane testing system for cycling saddles, bar wrap and even sunglasses…I’m a little bit of a freak.

The color of the Mondial is another draw for me. In the sunlight the bold blue is killer! It looks incredible with the black paint and white decals. I do enjoy bikes that look fast even when not moving. The 12K weave on the fork legs only enhances the racy feel of the bike. The carbon TRS Tommaso fork is stout with no wimpy fork flex under the duress of white knuckle descending. I am amazed at how much vibration and deflection I have noticed in super-light (READ: Super Expensive) boutique forks that feel great in your hands but offer very little in real-world performance.

Riding a Tommaso Mondial is pure joy. All the parts come together in harmony and the ride is wonderful. The gearing allows for an all around smooth ride, the Shimano components take care of the work and the comforting shapes of the saddle and handlebar leave your attention where it belongs-on the road. The 32-hole Alex 450 rims were chosen because they are workhorse rims. They can be easily trued and the machined brake surface is a welcome comfort when the weather gets nasty.

When you step on the pedals the Mondial accelerates very quickly. The geometry allows me to sit “in” the bike and not “on” the bike. It's almost as if the Mondial is reading my mind. When I think "turn" it dives in and rips right through. If I see a hole in the pack it jumps right in and when the road goes up the bike answers to standing on the pedals with a healthy return of speed.

The bottom line is that cycling is about your time away from worry, work and traffic jams. Isn’t it nice to know when you get home you can grab a Tommaso and disappear for a comforting ride? The bike is going to last. The parts are chosen to get the job done at a price that is unbeatable. Tommaso wants you to go for a ride and not be taken for one.

After a race this summer I was asked, "Who are the members of Team Tommaso?" I replied “Everyone that is smart enough to buy a Tommaso". In reading the great comments about our bikes on the Facebook Fan Page I am reminded that we are all part of the same great team. Here’s to the long rides and journeys we take on our Tommaso Bikes.

Tommaso Gets Down ... and Dirty

We just received a new shipment of bikes from Tommaso. In the truck was a much needed refill of the Tommaso Imola Road Bike, which was a huge success with our customers. We now have a full size run of the regular Imola linked above and the upgraded version, the Tommaso Imola with Carbon Fork Road Bike.

While we are excited to have in stock the product our customers have been asking for, we are even more excited to offer something totally new. Tommaso got into the track bike scene years ago with their Augusta and it was hugely popular. Then they updated the standard version into a sleek stealthy version called the Ninja. They recently made some limited edition bikes and frames, all of which can be seen in our Track Bike section.

Now we have the newest incarnation of Tommaso track bikes, the Tommaso Down & Dirty Track Bike. This bike comes in a Blue Steel color with silver and black accents. While the bike has subtle and minimalist styling, it is packed with all the features you could want in a real track bike. While we appreciate neon bikes and deep dish wheels, this bike is a turn in the other direction and we think you're gonna love this bike -- both for the look and ride.