Cinelli was founded in 1947 by the ex-pro cyclist Cino Cinelli, quickly gained renown for making innovative components, such as stems and saddles, and racing frames for riders such as Fausto Coppi.
The company enjoyed close links with Columbus, the storied Italian steel tubing innovator, which was and remains the dominant force in high-end steel bicycle tubing. In 1978, the Columbo family (owners of Columbus) took over Cinelli, cementing one of cycling’s oldest collaborations.
