Location: Downtown Hickory, NC. Build Year: 1974 (Carlsbad, CA). Model: Masi Gran Criterium. Frame Size: 59 cm; Reinforced Reynolds Aluminum by Columbus. Components: Full Campagnolo Nuovo Record Group; Pedals, Brakes, Levers; Cinelli Handlebars; Mavic GP4 rims on Nuovo Record hubs. Condition: Used but in outstanding shape. Extras: Original working Campagnolo Silca Impero black tire pump. For aficionados of vintage cycling and cinema, this bike stands at the crossroads. Celebrated in the 1979 film, “Breaking Away”, this Masi Gran Criterium is not just a Hollywood star but a testament to an era of supreme cycling craftsmanship, championed by Faliero Masi, the revered “Tailor” of cycling. After a dedicated year-long restoration, this piece of history graced my wall, a symbol of my passion and dedication. Now, it’s time for it to reclaim the road, its true realm. Beyond aesthetics, every component is in pristine condition, having been rigorously checked in my workshop. This particular Gran Criterium, adorned with Faliero’s signature, is a gem from the year Masi branched into California, intertwining two continents in its legacy. Seize this chance to own not just a bike, but a beacon of cycling’s golden age.