Given the probability that some hot shot prosecutor
could get big press (and not piss off the italians
by arresting an Italian or miafoso) by detaining Lance.
While I agree that stage 18 was a stupid move
(albeit it did work) I too think it would be foolish
for Lance to go to Italy.
Given that he was in italy last year, scouting the mortirola (sp?)
and other possible routes I'd say he was going thinking seriously
about riding the Giro.

Marty