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Racing Against Cancer

Lance Armstrong on why he's returned to cycling. Recorded: 06/29/2009

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by mdub2355 on June 29, 2009 at 11:12 AM

POWERFUL!!!!

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by 47prime on June 29, 2009 at 8:54 PM

I'm choked up watching this. Wanna be on my bike right NOW. Go get 'em!

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by 47prime on June 29, 2009 at 8:54 PM

I'm choked up watching this. Wanna be on my bike right NOW. Go get 'em!

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by DeSchumi on June 29, 2009 at 11:17 AM

gread video

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by finnam on June 29, 2009 at 11:21 AM

This is what it's all about--Fighting Cancer! ...Btw, Your daily dedications are very inspirational!

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by pa-chuck on June 29, 2009 at 11:28 AM

WOW

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by hornman1970 on June 29, 2009 at 11:36 AM

Lance, you are doing a truly remarkable job with the opportunity you have created to tackle this horrible disease. The power of your message flows from the importance of committing to a be part of a service for others, others less fortunate. The momentum is real...keep evolving your message. Kudos to you and your team on harnessing the marketing power of social networking and multimedia.. great execution! Your a class act. Finally...go kick some ass...8 is a good number.

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by tntholidays on June 29, 2009 at 11:43 AM

truly inspirational...

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by MMT4 on June 29, 2009 at 11:59 AM

Nothing short of moving.

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by Tri-Guy on June 29, 2009 at 1:23 PM

Amazing!!! there just aren't words.

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by janjrvandalen on June 29, 2009 at 2:08 PM

Lance, Great Video! You are my inspiration, i have lost my grand father and my mother of my girlfriend, they are died on cancer! But your story, your words and fight keeps me strong! I livestrong...

Thanks a lot lance...

Greetz from The Bosss from Holland
www.twitter.com/thebosss

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by Hugo7 on June 29, 2009 at 2:52 PM

Livestrong!!!!
From Portugal

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by JohnnyMatts on June 29, 2009 at 4:53 PM

Lead on, Lance.

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by seener1983 on June 29, 2009 at 5:44 PM

Lance you are truly an inspiration to everyone who has been touched by this disease keep fighting the good fight!

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by Beeballman on June 29, 2009 at 6:12 PM

Amazing! You are a Treu inspiration to everyone. Keep up the great work and Livestrong.

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by oilburner on June 29, 2009 at 6:51 PM

holy crap that was powerful. Brings back hard memories of my treatment but hope too. Thanks for everything, Lance & team.

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by ike1 on June 29, 2009 at 6:54 PM

Super Powerful message! Go Lance

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by Livestrong4life on June 29, 2009 at 7:05 PM

Keeping the fight alive, couldn't have said it any better. This is for those who weren't able to speak out for the cause and for those who still keep the hope alive. Thank you Lance and those who support the everyday struggle.

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by Juan_Pablo on June 29, 2009 at 7:15 PM

Lance...thanks to you i believe that everything is possible. i ' ve been seek for 6 years for something that many doctors still don`t recognize. But every day, i'll try and fight for climb again that mountain, ride again my bike!
All my support from Chile
good luck in France...i know you'll do it again

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by thiel77 on June 29, 2009 at 7:20 PM

Amazing stuff Lance. Gave me chills. Ride hard over there, were all pulling here in the states for you. And yes, 8 sounds great!

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by LTJonesgirl on June 29, 2009 at 7:20 PM

That was damn good! I've already lost 2 parents to cancer Lance, and another to COPD. Thanks for fighting the good fight! You are a ray of hope in a graceless age.

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by kleinlivestrong on June 29, 2009 at 7:39 PM

i cant believe it you are my inspiration , i am 16 years old and i run triatlons specially i run in bike and i help a friend who cant walk and i am organazing a parrty for him to acummulate money

thanks for all
and good luck in te tour of france

a hugh


Agustin Klein , Bariloche , Argenitna

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by cycle62 on June 29, 2009 at 7:47 PM

I love it Lance. You will always be THE MAN!!! We are all indebted to you for what you have done for Cancer research. Kick their ass in France!!!

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by chris1120 on June 29, 2009 at 7:50 PM

Absolutely Awesome!! Definitely conveys the right message, and a powerful one. Great Job Lance and Nike. Now kick some butt this week.

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by ScottInMN on June 29, 2009 at 8:36 PM

I saw this on TV last night for the first time. I rewound it and watched it no less than 6 times. Very inspirational, and I am not one to get teary eyed -- much less from a television commercial Good luck Lance, and thank you for all you've done for the fight against cancer. It is too late for my grandfather, uncle and close friend, but the lives you are and will save are countless!

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by timcoracle on June 30, 2009 at 2:09 AM

Amazing ad - inspired. Nice one LA - allez, allez, allez...

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by sburcs on June 30, 2009 at 2:55 AM

That is a kiack ass advert! Hey Lance you've got the right mind set! Nevermind your critics and even your rivals, they don't know why your back on your bike! Your critics find pleasure in discrediting you! They just don't have what it takes to be in your position, they don't have the desire, the inclination, and the heart to overcome the most unformidable challenge...but you, you've done it this what you are doing is just the icing on the cake! Livestrong!

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by jasperjacobs on June 30, 2009 at 5:13 AM

Amazing, RESPECT!

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by orguasch on June 30, 2009 at 5:38 AM

I have the same radiation mask, and it has inspire me, more to "Livestrong"

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by cycleboarder on June 30, 2009 at 5:43 AM

Awesome commercial! Truly inspirational, makes me want to just ride! All the best in the TdF

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by klm2167 on June 30, 2009 at 11:21 AM

Wow. I'm not a cyclist, but I run. I run everyday for a mother who died too young. Keep up the fight. Peace.

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by KStaines227 on June 30, 2009 at 11:48 AM

Such a powerful video. Live Strong!

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by crisgonzo on June 30, 2009 at 2:38 PM

Great.
& Inspiring

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by aussiecyclist on June 30, 2009 at 5:47 PM

What an a amazing commercial!

Lance you are my inspiration to keep on going when i'm training hard and feel like giving up.

I'm going to keep up my training because next year i'm going to compete in the AUS Queensland state road championships and hopefully do well so i can get to nationals.

So while i'm training hard and feel like giving up i'll keep pushing because i never give up - in anything.

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by strong14 on June 30, 2009 at 8:59 PM

Amazing!with all respect.

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by bennyscheper on July 1, 2009 at 5:04 AM

amazing, awesome, powerfull - gives me goosebumps!!

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by odiesan67 on July 1, 2009 at 10:20 AM

I lost my father 9 years ago...thank you for what you are doing. And as for those critics, the timeless words of Dr. Seuss come to mind: "Be who you are, and say what you want, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind" Game on Lance!

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by odiesan67 on July 1, 2009 at 10:20 AM

I lost my father 9 years ago...thank you for what you are doing. And as for those critics, the timeless words of Dr. Seuss come to mind: "Be who you are, and say what you want, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind" Game on Lance!

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by mdswenson on July 1, 2009 at 12:43 PM

Outstanding Lance! We will miss you on RAGBRAI 2009, but we will follow your progress each evening as we cross Iowa. Good luck with #8.

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by astorbra on July 2, 2009 at 2:44 AM

beat the critics, beat the competition in the tour, win the fight against cancer for everybody, you have won our hearts alredy!! Will be down watching you in the tour! Gogogogo

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by dcullis on July 2, 2009 at 3:41 AM

Truly Powerful. We all need hero's and you are mine.

Livestrong and kick ass in the tour.

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by LarryJo31 on July 2, 2009 at 4:34 AM

My father, two of his brothers, and I had prostate cancer. Since viewing your sites and supporting Livestrong, I have a who new interest in life. I am promoting your foundtion and YOU to everyone I come in contact with. Ordering lots of bracelets and downloading YouTube Videos. You ar truly an inspiration. We love you.
Larry Johnson
Lansing, MI

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by djbikereno on July 2, 2009 at 11:53 AM

That was awesome Lance!!! Always on your side!!!
Darrick from Reno, NV

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by kowman1 on July 2, 2009 at 3:29 PM

Lymphocytoplasmic Lymphoma survivor. Just lost my dad to lung cancer. This video left me with a lump in my throat. Go Lance. Ride for us all!

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by carmenmeh on July 2, 2009 at 5:50 PM

Lance you sir are no dopper, ignore the critics yours is a noble ride.My family lost my four year old neice and 23 year old nephew to cancer you help keep their memory alive.God blessed you with survival to fight on their behalf. Fight the good fight I believe in you!
Carmen in Sarasota Florida the good ol" U.S.A.

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by BruceWilson on July 2, 2009 at 8:18 PM

That's a great spot Lance. Now go kick some butt
Bruce from Lake Oswego, OR

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by heytoyotaguy on July 3, 2009 at 9:11 AM

SPEACHLESS!!

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by ipaqgps on July 3, 2009 at 2:57 PM

Incredible! It takes a super/superior thing/You at times to get people's attention. I think you did that on several levels.

I am looking forward to everyday of the Tour.... Go win it Lance! For all the reasons!!!

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by npschmidt on July 3, 2009 at 4:04 PM

tears in my eyes! You go Lance!

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by PrinJasmine on July 4, 2009 at 1:15 AM

Lance, my 17 year-old daughter is battling Leukemia. After reading your book she demonstrated more strength than ever. She watched this and cried, saying, "Thank you Lance."

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by jennylappin on July 6, 2009 at 12:10 AM

You are Amazing Lance Im routing for you in the Tour good luck and there is no doubt Livestrong is going global !

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by Hammerhed on July 10, 2009 at 1:31 AM

I don't know how much Nike is paying the LAF for your services, but they are getting a bargain. Lance, you're doing a good job, buddy: Excellent work.

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by jeffreydevries on July 10, 2009 at 1:36 PM

I was one of those people who questioned Lance in the beginning. I the last couple of years I have been turned and this video and this TDF is showing how incredible of a person Lance is and his cause. Go Lance and livestrong.

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by Calypso808 on July 12, 2009 at 7:19 PM

Everyone in my immediate family has had cancer, except me. I have stood by their beds and held their hands as four of them died.
Thank you Lance for all you are doing. Keep spreading the word. I have never doubted you or your heart. You and my brother, who survived throat cancer, are my heroes.

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by Kacenka on July 13, 2009 at 3:13 AM

Thanks a lot, Lance, that you are back. It\'s wonderful to see you on Tour again. You inspires and encourages me.

Livestrong.

from Czech Republic

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by spenzr on July 13, 2009 at 4:19 PM

GOD BLESS YOU LANCE! Hope, which is what we need, rides again!!

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by TheDefaultNews on July 14, 2009 at 9:23 AM

Lance, thank you for inspiring me to ride.

Today I ride for Mrs. O'Toole, Uncle George, Uncle Jack, Aunt Mary, Dorothy, and Luanne.

Ride like the wind, and may your sweet breeze guide them to heaven.

Annemarie

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by texrgb1 on July 14, 2009 at 11:56 PM

On yah Lance, keep doing what you love doing.

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by cycotic on July 15, 2009 at 12:41 AM

Truly inspirational.

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by afrendlychat on July 17, 2009 at 11:12 PM

WHAT IS PLANTED IN THE HEART
TAKES ROOT IN THE SOUL.

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by Rosi305 on July 23, 2009 at 4:28 PM

Just signed up w/Livestrong.com after seeing you on the Tour again. My cancer is in remission, Mom's last bout was her last. Dad's was too overwhelming. So much needs to be discovered. So many need to be helped. The more the world is aware how many are affected...the sooner it will be conquered. Stay in their face. You know our love and spirit are always with you.

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by Ufkun88 on September 12, 2009 at 3:07 AM

no matter how hard or pointless it seems, if u love? it do it...

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