Gianni Motta–Linea M.D. Italia | |
Registered: | United States |
Founded: | 1984 |
Disbanded: | 1984 |
Discipline: | Road |
Bicycles: | Gianni Motta |
Teammanager: | Robin Morton |
Gianni Motta–Linea M.D. Italia was an American professional cycling team that competed in the 1984 Giro d'Italia, becoming the first American registered team to compete in the race. The concept of the team was first formed by John Eustice, a rider, and Robin Morton who became the team's manager. The team was sponsored by Gianni Motta's bicycle brand, which was just starting to be distributed in the United States, and also sponsored by Italian furniture maker Linea MD.[1]
Ages as of 1 January 1984.