The Cycling Bersaglieri
Written by admin on 23 April, 2010 – 10:24 pm -
The Bersaglieri are best known for their fast jog when on parade but did you know they also have a cycling division? I saw them in action last weekend during the opening of the Museo della bicicletta in Bra (Piedmont). The Pattuglia Bersaglieri Ciclisti are from near Turin and frequently are asked to partake in local ceremonies.
The opening of the new museum proved a great success and special guests included Nino Defilippis and the son of former Tour de France winner and Italian legend Gino Bartali. However the highlight for me was trying on the Bersaglieri’s famous feathered hat!
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By Kia and Zeno on May 4, 2010 | Reply
A a cycling division? No, we didn’t know. Live and learn!