Bianchi strengthens gravel program with Mentecorpo Team

Bianchi deepens its footprint in competitive gravel racing through a new 2025 partnership with Mentecorpo Pro Team. The ambitious Italian racing outfit, founded through the collaborative vision of Lorenzo Silengo, Erica Magnaldi, and performance coach Dario Giovine, adds another chapter to Bianchi’s gravel racing presence.

Under the partnership, Mentecorpo riders will compete aboard the flagship Impulso RC, equipped with premium Bianchi RC components including wheels, saddles, and handlebars. Developed by Bianchi Reparto Corse specifically for gravel competition, the Impulso RC leverages aerodynamic innovations from the Oltre RC and Specialissima RC platforms, featuring optimized tube shapes and an integrated cockpit. The result is a machine that delivers race-worthy stiffness while maintaining the handling characteristics essential for off-road performance.

This collaboration with Mentecorpo Pro Team reflects Bianchi’s continued strategic commitment to the rapidly growing gravel segment. The Italian-based program will feature both a high-profile international race calendar and an engaging digital media presence. For the 2025 season, the Mentecorpo Pro Team roster features four athletes: Pietro Dutto, Umberto Marengo, Luca Cibrario, and Giulia Alberti.