A Work of Art on Two Wheels: The Limited Edition Colnago C72 La Scala

Every once in a while, a bicycle arrives that transcends performance and becomes something more.

The Colnago C72 La Scala is one of those bicycles.

Available now at Cadence Cyclery Encinitas, this extraordinary machine is one of only 72 individually numbered bicycles produced worldwide. Created to celebrate the launch of Colnago's C72 at the world-renowned Teatro alla Scala in Milan, the C72 La Scala pays tribute to two of Italy's greatest passions: cycling and the arts.

Where Cycling Meets Italian Culture

For more than 70 years, Colnago has built bicycles that embody Italian craftsmanship, innovation, and racing heritage. With the C72 La Scala, that legacy extends beyond the road and into the world of design.

Inspired by the grandeur of Milan's iconic opera house, the Special Edition finish uses layered paints, subtle textures, and refined details to capture the feeling of stepping into a historic theater moments before the curtain rises. Light moves across the frame in a way that reveals new depth from every angle, making the bicycle feel as dynamic standing still as it does on the road.

It's less of a paint scheme and more of a composition.

One of Just 72

Limited-production bicycles have always held a special place in cycling, but the C72 La Scala exists in exceptionally rare company.

With only 72 numbered examples produced worldwide, this isn't simply another premium road bike—it's a collector's piece that celebrates Italian craftsmanship and one of the world's most iconic cultural landmarks.

Every detail has been considered, creating a bicycle that is just as comfortable displayed in a private collection as it is carving through mountain roads.

A Bicycle Worth Seeing in Person

Photographs tell part of the story, but they can't fully capture the depth of the finish or the meticulous details that make this bike so special.

That's why we're excited to have the Colnago C72 La Scala here at Cadence Cyclery Encinitas.

Whether you're a lifelong Colnago enthusiast, a collector of limited-edition bicycles, or someone who simply appreciates exceptional design, this is a rare opportunity to experience one of the most exclusive bicycles Colnago has ever produced.

Some bikes are built to win races.

Others become part of cycling history.

The Colnago C72 La Scala manages to do both.