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Member Comments
by wennekendonk on July 12, 2009 at 9:52 AM
yes, that's better. Good Robin W. is so much better now!!!
by Cora007xyz on July 12, 2009 at 3:37 PM
Dear Lance, why did you at first attack today at the beginning of first climb and than not pull it tru? Did Johan call you back? Or did you change your mind cause you did not feel strong enough? I hope that your day to win will come in the alps.
by Cora007xyz on July 12, 2009 at 3:38 PM
Dear Lance, why did you at first attack today at the beginning of first climb and than not pull it tru? Did Johan call you back? Or did you change your mind cause you did not feel strong enough? I hope that your day to win will come in the alps.
by Cora007xyz on July 12, 2009 at 4:16 PM
Dear Lance, why did you at first attack today at the beginning of first climb and than not pull it tru? Did Johan call you back? Or did you change your mind cause you did not feel strong enough? I hope that your day to win will come in the alps but even if you should not win: I admire and like you very much. You make my days brighter. Congrats for you being under the best 5 of the tour after that long break. That could noone else but you do. Ullrich became big...you look so good like years ago.
by Cora007xyz on July 12, 2009 at 4:17 PM
Dear Lance, why did you at first attack today at the beginning of first climb and than not pull it tru? Did Johan call you back? Or did you change your mind cause you did not feel strong enough? I hope that your day to win will come in the alps but even if you should not win: I admire and like you very much. You make my days brighter. Congrats for you being under the best 5 of the tour after that long break. That could noone else but you do. Ullrich became fat but you look so good like years ago.
by manfredadema on July 12, 2009 at 9:54 AM
Hi Lance!
I have just joined your blog! I am from the Netherlands and following you on the Tour de France and on Twitter!!
Keep up the good work!
Manfred
by donalee on July 12, 2009 at 9:58 AM
little tuscaloosa alabama is watching the tour--i studied in Annecy in the summer of 1978 and will be excited to watch the 18th stage--my nephew and his wife, Mark and GIna SImpson, who own a neat bike shop, Velocity, here in TUscaloosa, have been sponsoring the TOur de TUscaloosa for the past 3 years and it has grown in ridership every year--they are fans for sure--My daughter, Gina, who is studying in Cannes made it to your kick off in Monaco last weekend--she was so excited at your departure from the casino--she woke me up with her phone call saying "Mom, i just saw them take off!! "--she is buying Tour souvenirs--Lance, maybe you could come to the Tour de Tuscaloosa one day, to add notoriety to TUscaloosa for another kind of sport, since it is already famous for College football--Cycling would be great to add to its fame--get that yellow jersey and smile in Paris--donalee
by sevgraph on July 12, 2009 at 9:59 AM
Great cause, great man, great inspiration ... Lance, you already won the Tour just by showing up!!!
by saoriezuka on July 12, 2009 at 10:01 AM
We're all rooting for you in the bay area! Keep it up. You are more than an inspiration
by SaraLiebner on July 12, 2009 at 10:09 AM
Lance! I believe in you. You can win the Tour if you want! Don`t listen to other people (the media) and to what they say! You are strong enough...try to attack and you will see!!! :-X
P.S. I really miss Levi in your video! What have you done with him???!!... Is he still alive????? =:-O
by kojet on July 12, 2009 at 10:16 AM
Lance keep going here in Holland I watch you everyday
livestrong keep the faith!.... Janet
by Tiat on July 12, 2009 at 10:18 AM
Hi Lance
Go, go, go! Supporting you and cheering you on all the way from Singapore!
by ericsherrell on July 12, 2009 at 10:20 AM
Great Job today! You da Man, Lance! Way to take control of the peloton. Love it! I'm amazed everyday I see you out there. Inspirational to say the least. And humble. Class-act. Thank you. Oh, and win this one, Bro! Number 8, Baby! Go, Lance, Go!
by bano57 on July 12, 2009 at 10:38 AM
Hi Lance
I\'m from Italy,a I follow the tour everyday on TV
I saw you ride like a captain as you are
also your team mate believe in you
it seem from as they race around you
I hope too much in your final victory
I\'m sure you will win
thank you Lance
Urban
by SARAH914 on July 12, 2009 at 10:51 AM
Hi Lance,
You will always be an inspiration for me. I think of you, and I realize anything is possible!! I will be cheering you on in Paris in 2 weeks!! as far as Im concerned you have already won the tour!!
See you in Paris and then later on in Austin for the Livestrong challenge in october. GO! LANCE!!
by chefmavro on July 12, 2009 at 10:53 AM
Rock on, Lance!
by vigilton91 on July 12, 2009 at 10:53 AM
Hi Lance,
First of all \"Happy Father\'s Day\"! I am currently living in Montevideo, Uruguay and today is Father\'s Day. As one of the many arm-chair quarterbacks I keep thinking about the method to the madness. I came up with a conclusion; keep training and keep getting stronger both physically and mentally. Enjoy the rest of the tour!
by action_hero on July 12, 2009 at 10:55 AM
Much admiration Lance to remember your teammate Fabio Casartelli ... it\'s so many years ago but you are so a nice person who\'s thinking back on that person. Great ride today Lance ... I think and I see that you become better and better. Up to the next stages and of course the yellow jersey. And also I see that your teammates want nothing else. They supporting and want you !!! And me too !!! Go lance ... and have a good rest day tomorrow
by VickiePM on July 12, 2009 at 11:01 AM
While visiting France last month, I told someone I wasn\'t sure you wanted to win an 8th Tour but that I expected you to win the climb up Mont Ventoux. Now I\'m thinking both. When it comes to the showdown between you and Contador, I\'m pretty sure I know who the team will support. And if the ultimate yellow jersey goes to the person with the biggest heart and most class, you\'ll will hands down. From Texas, hook \'em, Lance!
by Botcharov on July 12, 2009 at 11:02 AM
I was 9 years old when I was on a holiday trip in France. My dad bought an newspaper and told me about the death of Fabio Casartelli. I was shocked, although I did not know him. It was that moment I became interested in cycling and that I followed your progress. A couple of years later I bought an dvd with that emotional stage. It will always be written in my memory.
By now thanks for all what you and your foundation have done for people with cancer. You are truly a great sportsman. Keep it up and take care!
Greets,
Marc
by mamsido on July 12, 2009 at 11:02 AM
Hi Lance
You are the best!!!!!!
by shenmen on July 12, 2009 at 11:04 AM
Great going Lance.Love your twitter and video updates.Many thanks.Hope you\'ve got a couple of attacks in you like Limoges, Tourmalet and Ventoux of old.Am willing you on. All the best.
by francoiseandy on July 12, 2009 at 11:12 AM
hi lance,
i saw you today but you \'re going very fast; i was in front of my house with my american flag!!! yes i support everybody but especially you: i\'m glad you came back and i really hope you win this tour de france; for sure you\'re more relax but you get older and you know that\'s different; truly contador is not bad but he\'s young, and as you say ambitious, want to be the boss but he\'s going to learn a lot from you, i believe in you and your team! you\'ve a good team, congratulate them fro me thank you to make my day brighter! lots of love fran?seandy
by paulparis on July 12, 2009 at 11:17 AM
Hi Lance!
Just joined. My name is Simon and I\'m from Poland, city Szczecin - just 100km from Berlin ( although lived in Philadelphia for 2 years ). I just wanna say i admire You so much and been following your carrier for good 10 years now. Just 2 get 2 know more about i read all books about You and was so impressed with your battle with cancer ( btw my dad is a genetic and pathomorfologic and working on heredity cancers, so he helped me 2 undertand a little better what a testical cancer means...were both shocked after reding Comeback 2 life book ).I ve been a pro 4 nearly 8 years still riding 2 stay in shape.
Anyway i just want 2 say that 4 me my familly and my many, many friends ( and i mean not just cyclist ) You are a true Hero, and we all wish You good look with all your amazing works!
BTW it doesn\'t matter if You win thise Tour, You have already made such incredible impact with the comeback:)
p.s. Sorry 4 the spelling:(
by swiyper on July 12, 2009 at 11:19 AM
There are more empowering and Nourishing to the human spirit by remembering those who are suffering of the disease and lost of love ones. Hope they\'ll keep you stronger everyday as the fatigue wear you out.
Hope someday to shake your hand to thank you and congratulate for the Hope and inspiration you bring everyday..
by Textoad on July 12, 2009 at 11:32 AM
Lance,
The Eyes of Texas are upon you. Go Man go! Cant wait for the celebration at Mellow Johnny\'s when you get home.
by svgklingon on July 12, 2009 at 11:38 AM
Great ride today Lance. It was awesome watching you lead out the Peloton down the mountain. Thanks for all the updates. Looking forward to watching you ride into Paris in yellow.
by Seven70 on July 12, 2009 at 11:41 AM
Hello !
I am French and I encourage Lance Armstrong !!!
And I hope Lance to win a 8th Tour de France !
Lance = 8?our de France !!! Yes!!!!
Go, Go, Lance !!!
(Sorry for my bad English)
by BobBarcelona on July 12, 2009 at 11:48 AM
Hi Lance
I\'ve got hooked on the TdF again this year - for the first time since you last took part. Wish you all the best and hope you win. Whatever happens thanks for the inspiration. Enjoy your day off
by Kurob74 on July 12, 2009 at 11:58 AM
Hi, Lance.
I have been a hugh fan of yours since you won in Oslo. Im Norwegian so it was hard to accept an American won in my own homecountry. Today you showed what hugh team spirit you have when you pulled in on of the outbreak groups today more or less alone. It shows that as always you put the team first and that you are willing to take your share of the work. A lot of young riders have something to learn and someone to look up to. Best wishes from Kurt Robert
by alexadamczak on July 12, 2009 at 12:11 PM
Thanks to you Lance - Tour de France is worthile watching! Will the last stage I am with you !!! Thanks for your presence!
by deepnx on July 12, 2009 at 12:16 PM
sorry for the triple reply my internet froze and i dont know how to delete those extra ones ..
PeAcE n livestrong ..
by bano57 on July 12, 2009 at 12:17 PM
Hi Lance
you are making to see how a leader races
all the best
Urbano
by PhilCalais on July 12, 2009 at 12:27 PM
Yes, very well Lance, it\'s good day on this stage 9, tomorow it\'s the break day, after the stage your inteview with Laurent Fignon was very good, thank you very much, livestrong is very important, it\'s a example, your example....GO GO Lance!!!!
Phil of Calais.
by Irenerab on July 12, 2009 at 12:30 PM
Lance - Best of luck....hope you get to chill tomorrow and that you get to enjoy the flatter stages before the Alps. Tourist season here in Provincetown,MA on Cape Cod, sightings of Livestrong bracelets on wrists all over town. I know the women in the local cancer support group will be cheering you on.
by LesJepsen on July 12, 2009 at 12:37 PM
Good work! - Les Jepsen
by thenolans on July 12, 2009 at 12:38 PM
A few months ago, a great friend of ours gave you a blue \"Josh\" bracelet in downtown Austin. We lost our 12-year old son, Josh, in 2005 to complications of cancer treatment not long after the three of us cheered you to victory in your 7th Tour de France win. You were Josh\'s inspiration and his role model in life as he was waging his battle. Like the bracelet says, \"I get knocked down, but I get up again.\" Congratulations on your return to the Tour and a sincere thank you for your passion to lead an even greater race. Livestrong!!!
liz & james nolan
Austin, TX
by paulapearce on July 12, 2009 at 1:39 PM
Good of you to still keep contact with Fabio\'s parents. You look okay after today\'s stage, and I\'m sure the restday will do most of you a world of good. The racing has been crazy so far!
by trop on July 12, 2009 at 2:28 PM
Fairly quiet again (the video). Could also depent on my poor laptop speakers. Enjoy resting tomorrow!
by mgaspari on July 12, 2009 at 2:41 PM
Nice ride today. Looking forward to the Alps, but then I don\'t have to ride them.
by leopard58 on July 12, 2009 at 3:17 PM
From Montreal.... We want to see YOU in yellow!!! Great to see you in the TDF again!!! You bring magic to that event!!!
Go, go, go!!!!!
by ddowneytx on July 12, 2009 at 4:03 PM
Lance, for myself and many other cancer survivors we often mark our years of survivorship by your epoch rides in the TDF. Weather you win or loose...remember...we, like you, do more than survive. Your efforts inspire us to hope, thrive, love, compete, contribute...thanks for the inspiration.
by Mbot on July 12, 2009 at 5:02 PM
RIP Fabio
by Dragonsmoke6 on July 12, 2009 at 5:26 PM
I am so glad you returned. the Tour is much more interesting with you in it. I was on the Champs when you finished your 7th win. Keep peddling and LiveStrong!
by Frances1011 on July 12, 2009 at 5:34 PM
Thanks Lance for all the updates. It\'s amazing reading all the comments from around the world. You do know how to bring people together. Your already a winner in this race. Stay safe, the tour is so much better with you in it. I\'m exhausted already and it\'s only been a week. So exciting to watch
by Vbevens on July 12, 2009 at 6:43 PM
I am thinking that this whole AC thing is just what you need Lance. You ride best when your pi$$ed! Great tour, trying to get myself to Paris for the finish.
by Ally7 on July 12, 2009 at 6:49 PM
Hi Lance,
I am watching you and cheering you on from Brisbane, Australia. You are a huge inspiration to me. I too have had many life and health battles, and when I see you out there, I know I can keep going. I have read all of your books and followed your career consistently. I believe you can win this tour...and smash Alberto Contador (team mate or not)...LIVESTRONG Lance....and remember.....you have massive support ALL over the world.......we love you!!!!!!!
by speedoflite1 on July 12, 2009 at 9:46 PM
In memory of Fabio~
Lance, to call you a \"class guy,\" would be an understatement.
From Motorola to Astana/Mellow Johnny/Livestrong, you\'ve proven to be much more than a so-called, \"brash\" \"cocky\" \"crazy kid\" from Texas who wins bike races.
In June \'93 at CoreStates/First Union USPRO Championships, before ten of thousands, myself included, you broke away on the final climb up Manayunk Wall (very steep) towards a solo win (Motorola assisted). It was the final leg of the Thrift Drug Triple Crown of Cycling, for which you and your Team won a million dollars. Post-race, I recall you saying,(to paraphrase): \"we\'re gonna be kicking butt and taking names\" in July. Well, you won 2 stages that year, your first TDF, against the likes of Indurain, Tony Rominger and the other world\'s best.
Foward, 2009, you\'ve got a good shot to win #8. Regardless, you already inspire millions around the world in the fight against cancer. Better yet, you appear to be having the most fun doing so, on and off the bike.
Well done Lance. Well done!
by sinclpr on July 12, 2009 at 9:54 PM
You look like you\'re doing what you love to do, and nothing more do I need know.
by eswinburne on July 12, 2009 at 10:10 PM
Cora887xyz: Here\'s Bob Rolls comment on Why Lance \"sprinted\" out for a short bit today: http://www.versus.com/nw/article/view/81202/?tf=tdf_article_video.tpl />
Enjoyed jammin to the music in the background... not sure what it was but sounded \"Texan\"
by Hectmiguel on July 13, 2009 at 12:16 AM
To choose doubt as a philosophy of life is akin to choosing immobility as a means of transportation.\" --- Yann Martel (Life of Pi)
Keep up the good work.
By the way, what is that lovely music you\'re listening to in the background?
by smizgala on July 13, 2009 at 1:07 AM
Keep on going man, is has been so great to see you back in there, riding with the best of them again!!!
by Kacenka on July 13, 2009 at 3:33 AM
Go, Lance, go!
by fanjosi on July 13, 2009 at 7:42 AM
see you back in action at the tdf is great. go lance
by poueymiroug on July 13, 2009 at 9:55 AM
I have been watching the stages from the beginning of the Tour and I saw determination, power, will, concentration and discipline in every Km\'s that Lance ride. He\'s a great cyclist and champion. He know what to do in each stage. Let\'s wait and support him. He took a break and then he came back. Check the overall results. The seven times Tour de France Champion is there. Nobody can overlook that!! And he won the stronger race, Cancer! Keep going Lance, you already won!!!
by uzman on July 13, 2009 at 9:55 AM
I\'hope Lance win, Contador take a air :D
by marco5370 on July 13, 2009 at 11:03 AM
Very Important remebering \" our \" Fabio, you are a Great man. We are cycling for you every exit during the time that you are cycling in the Tour and we hope that this energy can be arrived till your soul. Take care and be Strong.
by Greensushi on July 13, 2009 at 11:56 AM
Enjoy your rest day Lance you guys have earned it! Kick backwith some tunes and Ice Cream ;)
by JanetMuriel on July 13, 2009 at 12:53 PM
A devoted fan in France from your very first tour - am sure you will win this one too, but it\'s just great to see you ride and hear your comments
anyway.
Now for someone who has been around France and even lived in Spain you should know the locals don\'t have much of a sense of humour. The thing with the leg photos for your team mate was a bit mean, admit it !!
by whitechrisf1 on July 13, 2009 at 2:05 PM
Following you from Minnesota, rock on Lance!
by kfkegel on July 13, 2009 at 2:37 PM
HAVE A GREAT DAY OFF!
K
by roxyberlan on July 13, 2009 at 5:14 PM
Enjoy your ride and JUST DO IT! Best, Roxy B
by nickbell79 on July 13, 2009 at 5:25 PM
Thanks for your words of encouragement/dedication for the Livestrong Challenge, San Jose. The Hills are still there and tough. Metcalf Rd was a killer! Good luck for the last 2 weeks of the Tour.... @nickbell79
by edburg on July 13, 2009 at 8:35 PM
Great showing Lance, keep up the good work bro!
In memory of cyclist and software entrepreneur Scott Martin who rode in the Ride for the Roses in Austin before riding into the sunset.
Your passion is off the charts, and its great to witness.
Bueno suerte,
Ed
by afrendlychat on July 13, 2009 at 8:49 PM
Hi Lance
It's Janice watching the tour & writing to you from Toronto, Canada. So excited to have you back! I know no one is perfect but I think your half man/half amazing, What you put out there for you fans is respected, admired, and appreciated. When I watch you ride I see Drive, will, and Determination where doe's that com from? This might be a stupid question but are you having fun when riding in the peloton?
Looking forward to the day you once again put on the mayo journ that will be the second best day of the tour, the third will be when you ride into Paris as the winner! I have my champagne on ice do you? I plan on making that toast with you on the champ elysees see you there via TV.
Take care,Talk to you soon
by trenairving on July 13, 2009 at 11:40 PM
Dear Lance,
Thanks for being on Twitter. It is great to follow all of your messages and videos. Ride hard, ride strong and continue to feel the energy of all of us out here who are so behind you.
by Trek5200Fan on July 14, 2009 at 2:22 AM
Yes, this is Rocky 8th. Lance is back! I have the music 'gonna fly now' from Rocky movies in mind. Johan Bruyneel is Micky
by Trek5200Fan on July 14, 2009 at 2:22 AM
Get that son of the b**tch
by delcharro on July 14, 2009 at 9:21 AM
Keep up the great work Lance and a big hello from Texas (Coppell)! I am watching the race every day, it is hot over there, but nothing like the Texas summers as you know, we have hit the 100s here, so enjoy the "cool" air and Keep some *SS during the last week and bring home another Yellow Jersey!
by bano57 on July 16, 2009 at 12:54 PM
Hi Lance
get ready for the battle!!!
hard days are coming
All the best
Urbano