Il Gladiatore, in Mapei-Quick-Step's new team kit, looking fit and ready for the 2001 campaign

Luigi readies Andrea's C40 for Milano-Sanremo

Early season time trial

Along the Ligurian seacoast, Milano-Sanremo

Mapei team January 2001 training ride

Enjoying a pre-race meal with the team

"I'd like to order two water bottles"