Gianni Motta–Linea M.D. Italia Explained

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]

Major wins

1984
  • National Road Race Claude Michely

    Roster

    Ages as of 1 January 1984.

    National Champions

    1984
  • Luxembourg Road Race, Claude Michely

    External links

    Notes and References

    1. Web site: Hood . Edmond . Retro’84 PEZ: The US Hits Europe! . PEZ Cycling . 4 September 2021.