In a remarkable collaboration, Colnago and Richard Mille have unveiled the RM 64-01 Tourbillon Colnago, a limited-edition timepiece priced at 800,000 Swiss francs (approximately $989,552). This exclusive watch draws inspiration from Colnago’s renowned bicycle design, featuring elements that mirror the brand’s technical and aesthetic language. (colnago.com)
The RM 64-01 Tourbillon Colnago is a tribute to the architecture of a Colnago bicycle. Its design incorporates components that evoke the tubes, geometries, and drivetrain of a bike, with star-shaped sections of the bridges inspired by the renowned Gilco tubes, a signature in Colnago’s history. The watch’s case is crafted from Azure Blue Quartz TPT®, complemented by details in 5N red gold, and features a manual-winding tourbillon mechanism with titanium bridges. (colnago.com)
Despite the watch’s striking design and the partnership between Colnago and Richard Mille, Tadej Pogačar, the Slovenian cycling champion and member of UAE Team Emirates-XRG, has opted not to wear the RM 64-01 during races. Colnago cited ‘personal safety’ concerns over having nearly a million dollars strapped to Pogačar’s wrist during high-speed competitions. (colnago.com)
This decision follows previous incidents where Pogačar experienced discomfort due to his Richard Mille RM 67-02 watch during the Paris-Roubaix race. In the 2025 edition, the watch’s crown caused a wound on his wrist, leading him to adjust its placement in subsequent races to prevent injury. (cyclingnews.com)
The RM 64-01 Tourbillon Colnago is a testament to the fusion of cycling and haute horlogerie, reflecting the shared pursuit of excellence between Colnago and Richard Mille. However, Pogačar’s decision underscores the practical considerations athletes must weigh when integrating luxury items into their competitive gear.
Highlights:
- Tadej Pogačar fined 5000 CHF for jersey design worn on Liège-Bastogne-Liège podium, later overturned by race jury, Published on Monday, April 27
- El amuleto que hizo sangrar a Pogacar valorado en 320.000 euros en París-Roubaix, Published on Tuesday, April 15
- Pogacar, un Tour con un reloj de 300.000 euros en la muñeca, Published on Thursday, July 31