R.I.P. Irio Tommasini

[Jesper]

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[Painkiller]

What an icon! sorry to hear but it was a good run!

[GirishH]

Thank you, Jesper, for this post. To be honest, I knew very little about Tommasini, but after reading your words, I looked deeper into his legacy. It was only then that I realized, with regret, that while in Tuscany I had been just a day's ride away from Tommasini's current workshop.

I've often wondered about the deep connection between Italians, their iconic brands, and cycling. When my friend told me how much he spent on his "Campagnolo" components, I was astonished.

However, as a true aficionado and someone with deep knowledge of these simple yet fierce beasts, you've helped me understand that my friend wasn’t crazy..

Rest in peace, Irio Tommasini. You have gifted cyclists around the world with beautiful, enduring machines. Your legacy will ride on for many years to come.