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1970s Gillott Restoration — Eroica Italia Commission

This 1970s Gillott, built by the iconic A.S. Gillott in South London from Reynolds 531 steel, was restored in our workshop for a customer preparing to ride Eroica Italia.

Eroica is an international vintage cycling event that requires riders to use pre-1987 bicycles with period-correct components, placing strict emphasis on mechanical authenticity and traditional materials.

The frame was resprayed in its original colour, and the decals were replaced to match the original design. The bike was then rebuilt with period-appropriate equipment, including:

  • Campagnolo Nuovo Record components

  • Weinmann brakes

  • Campagnolo hubs

  • ITM handlebars and stem

  • Campagnolo Record headset and pedals with toe-straps

  • Stronglight seatpost

  • New Brooks Swift saddle

  • Tan-wall tyres— Quote Source

The result is a fully Eroica-compliant vintage road bike, restored with high spec, period-correct components, traditional frame geometry, and mechanical detailing that meets the event’s strict authenticity standards.