Colnagoand Trialtir USA Inc.

Within the United States, Trialtir distributes Colnagobicycles, frames, forks, accessories, merchandise and Ferraribicycles only through networks of authorized retailers (www.trialtir-usa.com/info/dealers/colnago-dealers.htm). The Colnagoand Trialtir names and trademarks are synonymous with Italian design, top quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Each authorized retailer must meet Colnagoand Trialtir's quality requirements to become, and to remain, authorized. Trialtir strictly controls the distribution of Colnagobrand products, and thus the right to use the Colnagonames, or Colnagotrademarks, including our distinctive logos, in connection with the sale of Colnagoproducts is likewise restricted. Authorized Colnagodealers are not permitted to sell new Colnagoproducts via on-line third-party auction sites, such as eBay. Therefore it is false and misleading for an auction seller to claim to have "new" Colnagoproducts for sale because it suggests that the seller is authorized by Trialtir to sell the product, and it suggests that the purchaser will receive the full array of Trialtir support that customers can expect from an authorized dealer. For example, it is false and misleading to claim that the Colnagofactory warranty will apply to products purchased through eBay Colnagoand Trialtir warranties are available only to the consumer who purchases directly from an authorized retailer in a transaction that, itself, is authorized by Trialtir Dealer Agreement. The foregoing claims use the Colnagotrademarks in a manner calculated to deceive consumers, and are strictly prohibited. In addition, Colnagoand Trialtir are the owners of the copyrights in all pictures, text and graphics on the Colnagoand Trialtir's websites. Trialtir is aware that unauthorized sellers often promote the sale of Colnagoproducts by unlawfully copying some or all of these protected materials. Again, such copying is strictly prohibited by federal law, and will not be tolerated by Trialtir. If you have any concern about whether a particular seller is authorized by Colnagoor Trialtir, you can get answers at Colnagoand Trialtir websites:

• http://www.colnago.com/WORLD/world.htm
• http:/www.trialtir-usa.com/info/dealers/colnago-dealers.htm

A: We asked eBay to suspend your auction because Colnagobelieves that the merchandise that you were offering for sale is counterfeit or otherwise infringes Colnagotrademarks. Because of how eBay works, we can only make this determination based upon your auction's title/description/photographs. Most of the times we remove auctions where the product is not an ORIGINAL and OFFICIAL Colnagoproduct and the auction's title/description/photographs/hiddentext reported the Colnagoname as a key word.

A: Many eBay sellers use the trademarked term Colnagoin their auction title or description simply to get attention from consumers looking for authentic Colnagogoods. This is a form of trademark infringement recognized by the courts as "initial interest confusion". Even though consumers may ultimately realize that an auction or website has no connection to Colnago such conduct is illegal trademark infringement, and is an attempt to take a free ride off Colnagoand Trialtir's names and reputations.

A: Due to Colnagofame and reputation, a person who sees the Colnagoname is likely to believe that the goods are in some manner connected with or endorsed by Colnago Such confusion as to association or sponsorship is a form of trademark infringement and violates federal and state laws.

A: No. For liability purposes Colnagois the only one authorized, sub sua existimatione, to affix the decals on the new and vintage Colnagoframes, bicycles and forks.

A: No. Use of these logos wrongfully implies that your auction is authorized, sponsored, or approved by Colnagoand Trialtir, and dilutes the value of these logos in violation of state and federal trademark laws.

A: Yes. It is legal to re-sell an original and official Colnagoitem that you purchased, in its original, unaltered form. You can not offer or sell any warranty or owners manual with the item you are re-selling. Please note, however, that you cannot use Colnagoand Trialtir copyrighted photographs and text to promote the sale of the item. Similarly, you cannot use Colnagotrademarks and logos to make your auction more appealing.

A: eBay maintains that it cannot conduct a comprehensive pre-screening of their auctions. The fact that eBay permitted your item(s) to be listed for sale does not mean that your sale is legal or that they do know you infringe Colnagotrademarks.

A: For reasons of speed and efficiency, it is impractical to contact each seller individually. In order to maintain its reputation and name, Colnagoand Trialtir must work diligently and expeditiously to protect its reputation for providing the highest quality products, and to stop the sale of inferior products under its name and trademarks.

A: Innocent intent does not negate liability under United States copyright or trademark laws. You have a responsibility to ensure that your actions do not violate someone else intellectual property rights. Before commencing an eBay auction, you must take affirmative steps to ensure that your auction does not violate the rights of any copyright or trademark owner.

As content owners, Colnagoor Trialtir reviews items for sale on eBay daily. Trialtir sells Colnagoprodutcs to authorized dealers only and does not sell seconds or damaged goods. We take great pride in the quality and workmanship of the products we sell and the warranties provided with those products. Verification of U.S. authorized dealers of Colnagoproducts can be obtained by calling 1.888.867.4334 or visiting www.trialtir-usa.com/info/dealers/colnago-dealers.htm

Due to the large number of messages we receive, we cannot respond to emails that ask questions already answered in this About Me page. We may take a couple of weeks to answer questions not addressed above.

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