Awesome!

I am so thrilled that you are coming back. Your re-entry is needed at this dark hour in cycling with drugs being in the spotlight. Having a superstar of cycling come back is what the sport needs.
Thanks again. You are an inspiration to all of us!
Tim

Lance,

I run collegiate cross country and track, and cycle during the off season. You have long been my inspiration. Had it not been for what you did, I doubt I would be where I am today. to see you come back is like a dream come true. You’re a great athlete and a great human being. Go win #8! And do it for a great cause. I’ll be following your announcement on the 24th!

LIVESTRONG!!!

Andrew

I applaud your return… If anyone can hareness more awareness for the cause, its you!

Good news..welcome back Lance!

Quelle incroyable nouvelle !
Ton retour va encore nous bluff?ɬ© !
Good luck

This is the best news ever for the fight against cancer and cycling! As a small bicycle store owner it is just outstanding to get this great news. Since your retirement, recreational riders have not had the motivation that you create in people. When my clients watch you race they feel connected to a purpose greater which causes the desire to LIVESTRONG!

Thank you for your inspiration today and especially all that you do for cancer efforts globally.

Best wishes!

Aside the good cause, finally a reason to watch again the Tour de France….
Kick some ass and good luck.

Je suis ?ɬ©mue jusqu’aux larmes, quel bonheur de vous retrouver ?ɬ? nouveau sur les routes de notre pays. On croit en vous, comme toujours,
Bravo.

I was there for #6 and #7 and you can count on me for #8!
See you in Paris!
LiveStrong!

It’s not about the bike, as your book so aptly states. It’s about your heart, determination, and spirit for winning. Winning an 8th Tour de France, winning the war on cancer, and winning the hearts of millions.

Ride hard, Live strong.

Crapping my pants in anticipation!

Tanks for your come back Lance!! 8 French tour for You!! Good luck!!

As a two time cancer survivor, “Thank You” for all you’ve done in the fight against cancer and for what you will do in this global fight. You have been and are an inspiration to those of us that have had cancer, have it now, and to those(unfortunately) yet to cycle down our road. Your inspiration is what made me get back on the saddle again. It’s a pleasure to be a member of Team LIVESTRONG.
Ride on!!! LIVESTRONG

The best news I have heard in along time! It made my day! Thanks Lance

hey champ !!!! this is great news that people around the world are happy to hear !!!
all the best in the coming months and remember to
MAKETHEMSUFFER lmac in canada

Lance,

Thank you for taking the fight on cancer globally. You will impact the world fight against the disease. You will also bring credability back into the sport of professional cycling!

God Bless,

Dennis

Lance ~
You have more strenght than life requires! Keep living out loud on purpose with purpose. I’m with you all the way

LiveStrong,Bcuz you can

Barb

Thanks Lance for getting back on the bike and for such a great cause! You inspire my husband everyday and now he is riding his first week ride for America’s Hero’s! He is 65 years young. We have always been a great supporter both finically and in spirit!

Hey Legend,

I am staring at your signed US Postal Service Jersey hanging on my wall and I have goosebumps all over my body. When i watched your video this morning I pumped my fists, screamed at my wife “Its True he’s back” and had tears well up in my eyes.

Go get em tiger..

Lance;
As a cancer survivor and a member of Lance’s Army I am pleased to hear of your return to YOUR sport and your continuning commitment to cancer research!

I saw the Health and Human Services committee hearings on cancer a couple months ago. Who would have thought so many conincidences would have occured shortly thereafter. Hopefully leaders such as yourself and Senator Kennedy will bring light upon the issues us cancer survivors all face. Great job…you are, without a doubt the greatest fighter and leader the cancer community has ever known.

Great news Lance … hope to see you in Adelaide for the Tour Down Under!

YES! On all counts YES! You’ve shown how strong you can be in your personal and public fight with cancer – and now with your comeback. Take it to ‘em Lance the sport certainly needs the good news.

GO Lance GO! and good luck doing it. It won’t be easy, by any means. But I sure wouldn’t bet against you.

We have goosebumps!!! We planned to be in France for next year’s Tour and now there is no doubt. After losing friends and my Dad to this disease, we’re in all the way!! See you in Monaco in July….need a teammate??

There are angels that will ride with you with each stroke of the pedal … my John will be one of them! Paris, here we come!!!

Only my marriage and the birth of my children are bigger events than this . . . but it’s very close! Can wait to see you riding for all those who Living Strong as you soar through the mountains of France! Looks like my “7Tours” license plates will soon have to be re-ordered to feature a beautiful “8″. Bonne chance!

Lance, My daughter is inspired by your determination and drive. So much so, she did a 60 mile bike rally while still on chemo. She is a 3 1/2 year brain cancer survivor and a huge Tour de France fan. She is very excited about your return and also believes “it’s not about the bike”. Your success has encourged her on her quest to remain active and healthy despite having had cancer. Attitude is everything and I love yours!

Time again to show what a true champion is made of.

May the tears shed in sorrow of those lost refresh you in the heat of France’s July, the hopes and dreams of those still fighting carry you over the peaks of the Alps and Pyrenees with effortless grace, and may the breath of all those praying for a cure blow you faster to the Champs Elysees than ever before.

Go Lance Go!

Aloha and Mahalo!

Lance,

We salute your endurance and perseverance in the fight to find a cure.

Kelly Jad’on/Founder
http://www.BasilAndSpice.com

This past year my husband and I have looked to you numerous times for the encouragment to keep fighting. You yet again inspire him as a fellow survivor to keep fighting for others who need our help. Carpe Diem my friend !

WhoooHoooo!!!!

lance is back and he’s on a mission!!!

Fantastic news…I can’t wait to cheer you on in the ’09 Tour!!! See you in the Alps.

Thanks for allowing us to dream again: watching you fly over the mountains or blowing the clock

Best of luck

Go you good thing Lance

I can’t think of anyone better to lead the global fight against cancer. I hope that this still means we’ll see you back in Leadville next year. Happy Trails. Namaste.

Incredible news ! My father-in-law is fighting prostate cancer and his spirits will be lifted by the fact that you’ll be riding hard up those mountains again Lance !
Thanks for all you do. Steve

Welcome Back Lance!!! Way to Keep fighting the LIVESTRONG Way on the road to a cure with your second passion your bike…Very Awesome!

Great news! And you know that Lance will surround himself with the best team possible, hopefully Big George will join him!

Watch out France…here we come!!!

I knew this day was coming, and YES it’s finally here!!! You are such an inspiration to the entire world, not only in your cycling career, but in your fight against cancer. You are a true warrior and proven survivor. Can’t wait to see you in the Tour this July!! Ride on and Keep Fighting. You have the entire world behind you, Now and ALWAYS! May God Bless you.

Go Lance, I am soooooo very proud of you.
You are mine and my daughters mentor for walking and exercising. We know that you
can do it and will be rooting with you all the way! I am in the Livestrong Challenge here in Austin on October 25th and just completed the Human Race with you. You make us al; SO VERY PROUD AND HUMBLE.
Mary Kormendy

You are a true legend Lance! Fantastic reason for returning to cycling as you certainly have nothing more to prove. I sincerely hope your return makes a huge and positive impact on the demise of cancer in our world.

You make us proud every day, now even more. Wow you are amazing and inspirational for all us us survivors!!

Lance,

Your commitment to the fight against cancer is an inspiration to all who live with this deadly disease.

Welcome back to cycling and LIVESTRONG!!!!!

Good luck and continued winning in health, life, and on the bike.

Today September 9th my 35th Birthday! As a 2X cancer survivor you and your foundation have been my rock! My sister passed away 3 years ago to the same cancer that I fought, You are a real inspiration to all of us! Keep up the great work and we will be cheering for you and the team! LIVESTRONG its the only way!

Thank you. I am so happy to hear that you are coming back to professional cycling. You are such an inspiration and hero to so many people living with cancer, and to those who live with them. Go get #8!

Lance,
Thank you, for dedicating yourself – again – to raising awareness–on a global level for the fight against cancer!
I know there is a young man in Iowa – named “Andre” who is one of your biggest fans.

This is fantastic news! I cannot tell you how excited I am to get the chance to see you compete again. I can think of no better way for the fight against Cancer to be brought to the attention of the masses again.

Thank you Lance for all you do and all you give of yourself. We’ve missed you, we applaud you & we’re with you.

Lance I think what you are doing is great. You clearly LIVESTRONG.
You inspire so many, as well as myself. Let me know where I can sign up to join you on your quest. I did the LIVESTRONG Philly for the last 2 years and I am ready for a greater challenge.

Thanks Lance
My 16 year old son died last month from sarcoma. He was a triathlete, as you were at that age. You were such an inspiration to him. We read your books together. He would be so proud that you will compete again and continue to lead the fight.
Thanks from all of us

Thank you Lance for comming back… we missed you… and we are so greatful for everything you do fighting against cancer… go gettem…

You make us forever hopeful…we will win this battle. PEACE

I wished you would come back and you are back its been a good day.

OH MY! This is so exciting. I continue to watch professional cycling and feel that the magic has left the support but yes; ladies and gentlemen HEEEEEEEEES Back! How wonderful. Congratulations and Good Luck. Take those fellows back to school and show them how it’s done.

Lance,
Good Luck with everything!!! My husband is a cancer survivor. He has been cancer free for almost 4 1/2 years. You have been an inspiration to both of us. Thank You!!!

You got MILLIONS interested in the sport of cycling, maybe you can get BILLIONS interested in the fight for a cancer cure.

Thank you for your continued fight against cancer…you keep hope alive for everyone fighting this heartless disease…one of your biggest fans…

You go Lance! You are an inspiration to all of us. The ‘Old Farts’ applaud you.

The Captain and Stoker

My son, Mark, lost his wife to cancer and was left with five small children. He has remarried and now has 8, but still finds time to train and ride for your foundation every yearin her memory and for his Dad. For Mark and all of you who fight this disease, God bless!

Thank you for continuing the fight against cancer. I am a 48 yr.old single mother and cancer survivor, I lost my husband at the age of 32 to this beast. I’ve had cancer for almost 2 yrs. Could not find treatment because of lack of insurance, lost my home and almost lost my life. Was homeless for a three weeks because of this beast. Still fighting every step of the way, without any help from anyone. You are my hero.

Lance
I can’t wait to watch the tour again, not that I ever stopped but it will be great to see you on the route.

Your actions speak volumes about your soul.

LIVESTRONG !

My faded LIVESTRONG visor looked alot more snappy this morning on news of your decision to retutn to racing. Thank-you for the courage you’ve given to all whose lives have been touched by cancer.

Truly elated to hear of your return.
I’ve often wondered and hoped you would once again show the world, what a true fighter can achieve.
You’ve already won.
May God speed be with you.

Best of luck, Lance. You’ve been an inspiration to me and to my family — my dad and I watched your last Tour daily while he was in treatment for stage 4 head and neck cancer. We’ll look forward to watching you on the bike again next summer and maybe catching a glimpse of you at the LIVESTRONG Challenge next month.

Wonderful news!! I wish you all the best, may you fly on wings of angels. The Tour will be awesome to watch next July.

Lance,
Your actions speak volumes about your soul.
Thanks.
LIVESTRONG

I knew it was just a matter of time! Welcome back…

Watching my father beat cancer and it affect many friends lives, its so heartening to see the toughest people are daring to take the fight to another level. Good luck!

EIGHT IS GREAT!!! Wow! The timing couldn’t be better Lance! My 17 year old son is struggling to recover from brain tumor treatment. We will use your comeback as motivation for his comeback. You are truly and inspiration! I hope we see you next October in Columbus, Ohio. The LIVESTRONG Summit was awesome! Thanks for visiting OH-IO.

I really like them _____ apples!!!!

I’m a 4-year cancer survivor and I’ve ridden the RFTR/Austin Livestrong Challenge every year since. I ride in honor of my Mom and Dad who also had cancer. LAF is #1 in my priority list of charities, and I’m so stoked to hear that you will be riding the Tour again. OK then, France for my vacation in 2009! Keep the faith through that tough training, you are an inspiration!
Rick

F?ɬ©licitations Lance! My French students and I are your biggest fans. You are our hero. Bonne chance!

Yipee! Bob Rolle will be so jazzed, and all the livestrong riders will go harder. Livestrong rules!Thank you Lance

You go, Lance! You’re riding for a lot of people and their families! 8! 8! 8! 8!..

Lance,

You are truely an inspiration! Running NYC as part of the foundation was an awseome experience last November. LIVESTRONG, and give ‘em hell!

Dustin

As a 5 year survivor (this week!) of ovarian cancer I just returned from Survivor conference at MD Anderson last week and I KNOW we can kick cancer’s ass. I’ve read all your books and think you are the greatest….welcome back…we know you never really left. To health always.

Lance – You Rock! I think it will be a sorely needed boost to the sport and a great boost to “OUR” cause to have a champion of your caliber return and continue to spread the word and do all you can to fight this disease. I cannot wait to see you out there!

It is not about the Tour…it is about finding the cure! Go get ‘em Lance!!!

Thanks for all you’ve done to raise awareness and funding. My father died of lung cancer, but my sister has survived breast cancer, my mother several melanomas and my 6 year old grandaughter has survived after being diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma two years ago. Cancer can be beat.

Well, Giddy-up!!
Fabulous news to all the supporters, fans, athletes and especially those fighting the nasty cancer fight.
Thank you for all the action you take on behalf of the universe and for leaving your footprint on this fight.

Outstanding! A true inspiration. Great for cancer research, great for cycling. A true role model. I look forward to seeing the intensity in your face as you dominate the Tour. I wish you the very best of luck in your training and competition and most of all with your never ending goal to find a cure for cancer! Hopefully, I will get to meet you one day and tell you what an inspiration you are to me. Go get’em Lance! LiveSTRONG!

Wow!

If you need help training, Spencer and I can race you up some hills. It’s been three years since the last time we beat you

-Rob, Spencer’s Dad

You go big guy! You are an inspiration to all of us who are battling cancer. Can’t wait to see you win another Tour!

Good decision Lance. This last Olympics proved you are never too old. I am guessing with your age/wisdom, you will train even smarter (not necessarily harder) this time around and be even more successful.

Thank you for your inspiration.

Your story and your will to beat this disease is truly inspirational. Thank you for all that you have done for cancer. Best of luck on your comeback to cycling.
LIVESTRONG!

You are an inspiration to us all.

Awesome!

Congratulations, Lance! You have been my inspiration since the day I learned I had cancer – not just in the way you have valiantly fought the disease, but in how you advocate & work to give cancer more global attention. May we – the many faces of cancer – be the wind that will lead you to the Big Win!

Lance – best of luck to you in racing and raising awareness and funds for cancer research. I’ve lost many friends to cancer, and currently have a 4-year old grandnephew Kaleb fighting brain cancer. Thank you for continuing to be an inspiration.

Lance, way to go man! Maybe you will read this, maybe you won’t. Nonetheless, maybe American’s will get excited about cycling again! Last year was a bust and we all know why! By the way, love Mellow Johnny’s in Texas. Ever think about serving Peet’s coffee there? Good luck.

I just received my Livestrong special edition bike last night that I had been searching for, for the last three years and today this…can you say Champs-?É?Ä?lys?ɬ©es in July baby?

You chose the right venue in which to announce; I respect your life given to being strong in the fight, and Bill’s fight to remain strong in the fight for people and their rights. God bless you both!

Wow. Words cannot describe…….wow.

Thank you for all you do.

This week, I have found out 4 friends have some form of cancer. Lance, this is what cancer survivors need to get America and the world to refocus and find a cure. Thank you.

Hey Lance, I just want to say good luck! I’m 11 and new to road racing from bmx. I think what you’re doing for fighting cancer is awesome.

I hate to be a nay sayer but as both a Republican and a double cancer survivor it is hard to understand how Lance can on the one hand put his energies into fighting cancer and encouraging more cancer research and on the other hand endorse John McCain for President. During his Senate career John McCain has consistently voted against the National Institutes of Health and National Cancer Institutes budgets. Over and over again, for his entire career. It seems quite hypocritical to me. I would not be alive today were it not for the research done at and sponsered by the NCI.

As a cycling fan and an Oncology RN, Welcome Back! Great for the sport, but even better for the fight against cancer. Thanks Lance.

Wow – great news and thanks for continuing the fight!! You’ve been a real inspiration to all of us, particularly my son who fought TC his senior year of high school. You brought us to Dr. Einhorn and the rest is history. We’ll rally for you as you go for 8!

Lance, You are a true inspiration and the world needs a sports figure like you to prove that hard work and a never give up attitude are better than any performance enhancing drug.

Thank you will never be strong enough words… so I will LIVESTRONG and fight with you

Fabulous news and such an inspirati8n. I’m going out and buying a bike so I can ride along with you. Cancer free for 8 yrs and lovin’ life.

I ordered 1,000 Livestrong bracelets to give away at a conference a couple of years ago, and plan to order another 1,000 now that you have kicked it up to another level. You inspire us all. My bone marrow transplant in 1986 was a walk in the park compared to your next challenge, and you will win again. Thanks for being you.

You rock out loud Lance!! I am a huge fan, and was in St, Etienne fro your final ITT win and I still get goosebumps when I look at my photos of that day. Go get ‘em champ!!!

Tears of joy! I am going to be completely unbearable next year while the Tour is on.

Welcome back Lance. We’ve missed you.

8! 8! 8!

Thank you Lance! Your decision is wonderful news. I rode the 100 in San Jose this year in support of the Livestrong Foundation and am proud to wear the Challenge jersey in honor of my daughter, a cancer survivor. I’m proud of you too, Lance. I’ll be cheering you on for number 8!

WOW!!! Lance I am so happy to learn of your imminent return to the game. It will do so much to raise awareness of CANCER.I have been lucky to side step melanoma and prostate cancer which were caught so early I didn’t even notice. But my father and two really good friends were not so lucky. Ride fast and be well.

Mark

I think it’s admirable that the reason you are doing this is to raise the awareness of the world. Naysayers and doubters be damned! Go get em! God bless you and your cause.

There is much that cannot be expressed in words…actions do speak louder and you lead from strength. You attacked the Alps and the Pyrenees, they lay wasted at your feet – we will do the same to cancer. Too late for my father, but as the Oakley poster of you climbing says…”Nothing is impossible!! As you go, so shall we.

Thank you Lance for turning my horrible Birthday into something that is so incredibly exciting! Cycling needs you now with all of the sponsors that are pulling out after 2008. See you at the Amgen Tour of California!!!

Way to go, Lance! I am 14 months outside of my treatment, and I am looking forward to riding in the Livestrong Challenge again this October in Austin. You were a huge inspiration for me during my chemo and radiation treatments. Looking forward to seeing you back on the bike! Go get ‘em!

Welcome back Lance! Can’t wait to see you rockin’ those pedals! You are an inspiration to a guy whose both parents have cancer. Good luck in all you do!

GO TEAM ANTI-CANCER!

It is not your cycling that impresses me most, (which is extremely impressive to say the least). It is what you do for those who have cancer that impresses and inspires me. Thank you for all that you do.

Way to go Lance!
Make the trip to France, witness
inspiration on a bike.
Go USA

Good for you Lance…Your last Tour De France helped me fight off life threatining Testicular Cancer. I lost my kidney, ureter and part of my colon…Now I am StockBroker and publice speaker..you inspired and still inspire me to LiveStrong

my son admired you but unfortunatly sept 4th was 1 year he was killed riding his bike now on sept 13th we will have a bicycle safety awarness ride in his honor but before he died he helped take care of a very sick friend that had colon cancer so he was for that too
his name was frank j cabral he died 41years old sept 4th 2007

Words cannot adequately express my gratitude to you for your efforts in bringing awareness to so many of the battle we all have against cancer. We have many in our family who have survived cancer, and unfortunately others who still are in a fight for their lives. We will pray that they have the strength to carry on, just as we all applaud your return to the sport.

Lance, you are an inspiration to us all. We will be riding with you as you climb back up the ranks and we know you can reach the top again.
Best of luck,
Jack

Simply EPIC Lance!
You have helped me over so many hills.

Never a doubt
LIVESTRONG!!!!!!!!

Better L8 than never.

My 9 year old son Jack is in the middle of treatment for leukemia. We are huge fans and look forward to your return on the bike. Go Mellow Johnny!!

I am so stoked about your return to cycling, Lance. The sport has missed you. You have been such an inspiration to me and others in so many ways. I am glad that you are, again, taking center stage to create awareness and lead the way in the fight against cancer. See you in Austin in October!

AWSOME news!!!
Step 1: Win 8th tour
Step 2: Win 2010 Governorship of Texas
Step 3: Totally kick cancer’s a** Worldwide!!!!
You have my complete support on all three!!!
Jaune t?ɬ?te de course!!

Steve-o

Lance you are a true Sports Hero and international wonderboy! God bless you for continuing to “fight like hell” like you did when you beat cancer 12 years ago. I couldn’t be more exstatic!

Lance great job. Cancer can be defeated and will be defeated. Peddle on Lance!

Lance, thank you for being such an inspiration. You are incredible and a gift to everyone. Thank you for your dedication, determination, courage, and starting this crucial organization. Most of all thank you for being my inspiration during my own fight against this beast!! I applaud you!! Good luck, and here’s to number 8!!!!!! If anyone can do it, you can!!!!!

Great news Lance! You’re an inspiration to all of us … BON VOYAGE my friend.

I read the rumors the past few days, but was afraid to breathe until I heard it from the horse’s mouth. Yay!!! The horse has spoken! So glad to be able to see you racing again.
Cycling is always great, but will be just that much better again. Most importantly, keeping the focus on the fight against all forms of cancer is the greater benefit from your return to the bike. Still wearing my LiveStrong bracelet loudly and proudly.

Go Lance Go!!!! You are the best of the best and you inspire me everyday!!!

- Andriene S.

Bravo. Lance is my hero. When I was diagnosed with cancer, his story kept me hopeful and sane through some dark days. I look forward to doing my part for a worthy cause.

brilliant news!

Lance, you obviously are an inspiration and a role model in many ways for your work ethic and determination. I always felt that God was not finished with your story. You will continue to touch our lives. Go get em.

Beauty! Congrats Lance. 8 on its side is infinity hopefully your new icon for this voyage. You have given many people close to me hope and strength to persevere to survive cancer. I promise I will not crack on my convictions like you. See you in California.

Sweet! Your competitors are shaking… again! See you for the Livestrong Challenge in Austin for a 90 mile ride!

Ok mate, good luck from Downunder. I suggest a name change – Armstronger,
or how about Armstrongest?

Lancelot

lance, we met in 1996 at the atlanta olympics, before you were diagnosed. i worked for bmw of north america and managed the fleet of bmw cars and motorcycles that escorted all the cycling events. we all knew you were capable of winning that race, and were frankly dumbfounded when you were not there with pascal richard at the end. we soon learned why. i had been diagnosed with testicular cancer in 1991, and successfully treated at memorial sloan kettering with a lymph node dissection. i’ve been cancer free since — becoming a cat 3 racer in northern california in large part inspired by you — also almost worked with CTS, chris may remember me. as you enter a new dimension of physicality and mental challenge, there are only two things left to say: win — and thanks for everything you’re doing to help fight cancer. scott doniger

Rock n’ Roll – go get it Champ! You do the racing and will do the raising:)
and yes, LIVE STRONG!

I stopped riding when you pulled out of racing. When I heard your news on my way home from work tonight I decided to get out the bike and LIVESTRONG.
Thank you again, fellow survivor!
Anne

I think this is the greatest thing to happen to cycling and the cancer community in a while.

As a physiciian, I see the renewed awareness that the LIVESTRONG posters in my exam room bring about in patients regarding the need for screening.

As a cyclist…well, lets just say that I look forward to seeing the Tour de Lance once more….hopefully on Mont Ventoux or Alp D’Huez…!!

Way to go Lance!!

Lance, you are the first thing to cross my mind when my oncologist told me ‘you have cancer, and I can’t cure you’ – not quite six years ago. I guess now that today’s traffic has settled a bit it’s time to drag out my own two-wheeler and take a bit of a cruise.

It’s one thing to reenter the sport of cycling. It’s another to take on cancer at the global level. To do both together is the “perfect storm”. Best of luck. Hope to see you in the Tour of California!
Molly

I am speechless, excited, motivated but most of all grateful that you are taking a stance for those who have fought so hard to make it one more day.
You are an inspiration to so many and our thoughts and prayers will be with you as you train daily for your day on stage. The prize is eternal!

My dear friend Kent Struckmeyer and I used to talk daily about your amazing career. He was diagnosed with testicular cancer at about the same time as you. He survived like you. He was inspired by you. Then a completely unrelated, congenital brain tumor decided to rise up and take him when at 50. I gave him a Livestrong notebook when he was re-diagnosed. He was a survivor for as long as he could be.

He would be so excited about your return, and the reason you’re doing it. In memory of my friend, and so we don’t have to lose too many others too soon, thank you for this decision.

Allez! Allez! Allez!

Wonderful news! I’m excited to watch you dance on your pedals once more. You are an inspiration to many, including myself. We all need to LIVESTRONG!

This has to be the best news this year! Because of your determination, spirit and compassion, the world will now have a chance to clasp hands together and fight this disease once and for all! Thanks for the inspiration!

Go Lance!!

This is the best news!! Lance, you are a truly inspirational guy! Thank you for all that you do.

Would love for 2009 to have been your 11th straight TDF victory, but we will be overjoyed for number 8!!! Great to see you back and hope Big George will be riding with you.

Good luck Lance beat them all at the next Tour de France.
What a hero of and on the bike!

GO LANCE!

It’ll be a joy and an honor to see you take to the road again. You’ve always been an inspiration to me as I have ridden some of my toughest cycling rides. You are a true hero! Welcome back Lance, go get ‘em!!

You are truly a remarkable man! Your raw passion and unwavering determination has given hope and inspiration to countless masses. It is certainly no exaggeration when I say that it is because of you and your tireless efforts that sick people like myself and so very many others may one day see a cure to this terrible ‘modern day plague’ we all know as cancer.
Please always remember how many millions of us across the world that you have touched with your life, the challenges you have overcome, and your ongoing efforts to see that we all have a fair shot at living a longer, stronger life. Ignore the doubters and pessimists who would so foolishly try to tear you down at every step. I can say with complete certainty that you are genuinely loved and appreciated by myself and millions of others across the globe. Keep up the great work and LIVE STRONG!!!

What a day!, Lance Armstrong letting the world know he’s back! AWESOME! Thanks for all that you do in the fight against cancer!!
Have you ever thought of running for President?????
Love ya Lance
from a fellow survivor

Thank you for fighting for cancer patients’ rights on a broader scope! People forget that many survivors face on going challenges long after the chemo or radiation ends. I am thrilled that you will be riding again, but your willingness to use your fame for public good, rather than private gain is by far your greatest victory.

How ’bout them apples!

I didn’t believe it until I saw it with my own eyes.

Truly an inspiration to us all!

Now I am putting down the Ben & Jerry’s and going for a run!

Wear yellow!

saludos lance
tu eres el ciclista mas grande
sin ti en el ciclismo no habia ciclismo. desde que te retiraste del ciclismo yo tambien me retire me puso triste pero ahora que has regresado me llenaste de energia, y vamos por el octavo tour. saludos desde Mexico

que bueno k regresaste

para que no anden hablando

que te dopas cosa k no es cierto

es pura envidia, erea cabron mis

respetos, me motivast para que me

subiera de nuevo ala bici

gracias lance =D

Lance -
Maybe run for president of the United States – it might be an easier road against the losers we have running.

However your autographed jersey is going back on the wall. We will cheer you on the whole way.

Cheers!
Craig

GOOD JOB!

Sabia que volverias, te vi colocar cuatro dedos en cada mano y tu miradalo decia.
Ya puedes ir cambiando de bola de billar y usar la 9.
No creo que falles, simplemente gracias de volver, desde Espa?ɬ±a.

Lance,
Leading by example…yet again! Using your athletic ability to raise awareness for such an important cause has been inspiration to myself and others around the world. After reading 2 of your books a year ago..I was motivated to start having my cycling team raise money for local charities in the Tucson, AZ community. If we are blessed enough to be healthy and active…why not use it as a platform to give back to others. Thank you once again for being a role model and congrats on your 2009 Tour de France win!

VIVA LA LANCE

That is fantastic news and cannot wait til the TDF 09
Great decision Lance
Cheers, Kristy

TDF 08 is going to be off the hook! When your not in pro cycling it just starts to fade for me (and I suspect I’m not alone). L.A. Legend x 8!

Welcome back Armstrong. What took you so long. You are an inspiration to millions. The whole world will be watching. I was looking forward to the Tour in 09 between
Basso,Kloden,Contador,Kohl,Evans,Levi,The Schlecks and maybe Landis but with your return that is going to make it that much more entertaining. Wish you best of luck. Keep up the good fight we’ll see you at the top.

Your the man, Lance! So excited for the comeback- and to couple it with cancer awareness is genius. This is gonna be big- your biggest accomplishment ever! The peloton better watch out. Go Lance!

I wait in excitement on your return. I have fond memories of your successes and hope you really do raise the awareness on the fight against cancer.
Victory in that area is so much more important than another Tour de France win, but if you pull off an eigth … wow!

Viva la Lance!

Go Lance; Go Lance; Go Lance!!

We love you!! VIVA LA LANCE!

ThANks lance for you come back in the grand boucle, i M french you missed to tour de france ….

THANKS I HOPE YOU WILL WIN

Go for #8! Your an inspiration to people around the world! There is life after cancer and we can win over it. Good luck Lance!

Attaboy Lance!

The Tour de France has become boring without you, it needs a boost and you are the man to do it!
I’m looking forward to July already!

A true inspiration to those affected by cancer, and anyone wanting to push themselves when all around them are saying not to.
Lance, you have long been an idol to many. Long may that continue.
Livestrong is an attitude, not just a buzzword and you are the living embodiment of that.

Best of luck – the world is behind you!

This is such great news!
What an inspiration you are!

Thanks! J?ɬ?rgen, the Netherlands

You can do anything. I can’t wait to see you win n.o 8 tour! You are a total inspiration to us all and give everybody hope! It would be nice of you to come to Australia for the Tour Down Under! We will be all behind you!

GO LANCE!!!

(My late husband, Mike Moore, and I would yell that at all the yellow-jersey-wearing cyclists who we often passed on our way to Mike’s chemo and check-ups at Stanford during Lance’s seven and Mike’s twelve inspiring years.)

Sarah Wenstrand

Great to see you making a comeback with a cause. I only hope that not only are you looking for a cure – but as to why cancer in our world exists?

Surely the indiscriminate use of chemicals in our everyday lives and unsustainable farming must contribute to CANCER in our lives.

thank you very much Mr.lance.
But i will be very thankful to you if you will run your efforts in India also…….i would be very thankful and willl help you for the same purpose…….nnnnnnnnnnn KEEP IT UP…………

Thank You, See you in France!

Allez Lance. The results are by the way. Your presence in the peleton will bring joy and hope to millions of those touched by cancer and those of us who love the sport of cycling and want to see it ridden clean.

I could not be more pleased and excited that you’re coming back to professional cycling, and I’ve really, really missed watching you race.

You are just an amazing inspiration to everyone out there. Fantastic news. Thank you Lance.

la france que je connaisse, a toujours ador?ɬ© les grands champion. cette d?ɬ©cision est digne d’un tr?ɬ®s grand champion.
bravo lance-j’ai les larmes aux yeux. montre nous tous que tu es un champion propre et m?ɬ?me si tu ne gagne pas , tu joueras le r?ɬ¥le de ta vie!
je traverserais la france comme toi pour soutenir l’id?ɬ©e du sport et de l’entraide pour les humains en souffrance.
je te souhaite une bonne pr?ɬ©paration

go for it lance we are crrosig fingers the survivers in Israel.
we will be happy to see you in Isreal and to help and work for LAF.

God Speed, Lance Armstrong!

Hello Lance,

this is the biggest news for cycling worldwide since your retirment. I?Ǭ¥m your big fan and I follow cycling since your first victory on Tour very carefully. I?Ǭ¥m very happy. Thank you for all.

If anyone could ever begin to imagine winning his EIGHTH Tour de France…it would absolutely be YOU..!!!

Lance, you are THE man…!!!!

Best of luck getting Johann and the team ready to sip champagne with on Champs Elysees …!!!

I will see you in Feb. for the Tour of California…

Great news, this is very exiting.
Good luck and keep up the good work..!
cheers Dick

Couldn’ t believe it at first.
Now it seems to be true. The best cycling news in 3 year.
Welcome back and hsow them who’s the best.

I heard news late last night that you have confirmed reports that you’ll ride the pro tour again in 2009, and hopefully TDF! Nothing would satisfy me more than for you to return to pro cycling and win again. I will be watching your progress with interest and hope to see you on the top step once again.
From the UK.

Lance – once again you have inspired millions – for all those 30 and 40 something athletes out there, you can be as great as you were at 20. Committment to any goal in life can result in great success – it’s never too late. Thanks man – Pro Cycling needs this injection of excitement.

Go, Lance, go!! Keep kicking cancer`s ass.
Bravo for you from Argentina

This is truly amazing. Finally, it will be worth watching the Tour de France again. We have been waiting for this for a long time. The best thing that could happen to cycling.

Lance, I am a huge fan. I watched all your tours, and it is something that I will remember as long as I live. And I benefited a lot in my life from that,it gave me a lot of motivation to do things even when things were not going well. I know a lot about cycling and I must admit I worry if it is possible to do it at 37, but if you say you can do it, I wish you good luck.

Amazing…i recently lost my father to cancer 5 months ago. I have long since followed your journey through life and through cycling.

Actions sometimes speak louder than words.

I hope you win your 8th tour…but my biggest hope is that someday a cure for cancer is found…your efforts can only help this cause..

Good luck…
Livestrong

What an inspiration!! The awareness that you have brought to cancer is already unbelievable and i am in awe at what you have achieved all ready hope all goes well with the training and really looking forward to you winning your next TDF. Dave from Ireland Maybe you could take part in the tour of Ireland Next Year ha ha

Awesome news! Will we be seeing Team Livestrong in the peleton next season? This mission seems to be about more than trying to win an 8th Tour. With Livestrong sponsoring a team, the fight to address cancer issues on a global scale will be taken on by the whole team not just the individual. Lance has given so much to cycling, perhaps cycling can give a little something back in return!

Vive le Lance!

Dave

Fantastic News! As a cyclist he has been an unbelievable inspiration to me.

hi, I expected you to appear once in an ironman competition, but anyway – it’s great to have you back in sport. good luck and ride hard. all the best for the best !!

Lance, you’re an inspiration to all of us, cyclists and viewers.

I admire you, I wasn’t able to miss a stage when you raced at the Tour de France.

Good luck on your major comeback, I hope we will be able to see you smile in yellow again,

Never give up! =)

Matan from Israel

Cycling needs you as an ambassador!

Hopefully you can do number eight?

Your unselfish work on behalf of cancer has no equal. Long may you bring the urgency to governments to supply adequate research and funds.

Lance is my hero, I am so happy. I live in the UK and have dreamed Lance would ride again or write a new book. Lance is an inspiration to the world

Welcome back Lance. I will be in the Alps to see you dancing on pedals..time is come to show again who is the Astronaut.
Thanks for your fight against cancer, you are a beatiful person
Ciao LANCE !

Welcome back !!!
Eakiouz, x

Welcome back Lance ! Tres content que tu fasses ce retour. Tu vas encore grace ?ɬ? ton courage prouver qu’il n’y a pas d’age pour etre un sportif de haut niveau. Mon P?ɬ®re ?ɬ? 60 ans, gagne encore des ?ɬ©preuves amateurs en france ! Alors, ?ɬ? 37 ans, tu devrais encore nous montrer tout ton talent. @+ ?ɬ©ric

i am happy my children will be able to see u kick some ass on ur bike.

Goodluck from belgium

Go for it Lance. Being the same age as you and having battled back from cancer myself, you were and still are my greatest inspiration. I was absolutely delighted to hear in the media today that you are going for a n 8th Tour de france victory. There is no doubt in my mind that you will achieve your goal. No athlete in history has transcended their sport in the way that you have. good luck

This news is surprising and I find it very interesting..

One would wonder why a cycling champion, who left the sport at the peak of his abilities, return after his retirement. Especially with the current criticism from press and outsiders on the cycling sport.

But here, we have a champion who states his cause, one larger than the sport. Someone who takes a brave decision, knowing the eyes of the world will be upon his reentry, knowing the expectations will be high.

I haven’t watched cycling much since the past 2 Tour de Frances, this news will draw me back to the TV to watch the races once again.

What else can I say than:
Welcome back! Go for it Lance!

This decision makes you much more than a cycling champion. But an inspiration for all of us.

In January 2001 I was diagnosed with cancer and given 6 months to live. I penciled in July 17th as my last day 6 months exactly after I was told. As I lay on the hospital bed drifting in and out of consciousness I saw Lance appear to be struggling on the Alpe D’Huez stage and started to think the worst for myself. Then I saw Lance show the race he had been bluffing and looked back at Jan Ullrich as he left everyone.At that point I knew I was going to prove all the doctors wrong. After 7 yrs of struggling on and off with cancer I have just been told that the cancer has re appeared stronger than before. Hearing today you are returning gave me the biggest lift ever possible. My next goal is to see you next year for myself on the slopes of the alpes. Showing the world what a cancer surviver can do. If you have any plans to try to fake your strength to the peloton again can you let me know so I don’t panic again. If anyone can win, it’s you. All the best..

Go Lance – this is AWESOME news.

Fantastic! My son and I never miss “The Tour” – and are excited for Lance’s announcement. Good luck Lance!

All the haters will be drinking a big ol’ glass of haterade this morning! Sweet!!!!
Welcome back Lance…the world has missed you!

BONJOUR lANCE je suis Fran?ɬßais et je suis fier de votre retour jesp?ɬ©re vous voir sur le tour de france,j’irai vous encourager,LA FRANCE VOUS AIME ET VOUS RESPECTE.MERCI ET BRAVO

As a 11 year testicular cancer survivor, and one of Lance’s biggest fans, I hope that this proves to the world once and for all times that cancer is not a death sentence. It will also prove that cancer survivors are one tough bunch, and we are going to win this fight. I havent been this excited since the Austin Summit. Hope to see everyone in Paris wearing big yellow 8 shirts.

Great news,Lance, for both cycling and the fight against cancer !

Thanks Lance you are the reason i got my bike out after 12 years away and much to my wifes fustrasion iam still pushind them pedals at 42 3-4 time aweek
win.win.win.2009 will be yours

You ARE the greatest! Make ‘em suffer!!

I was so excited to hear about you returning to cycling. I think that it is awesome. Now my little boy can see you ride.

What can I say? In fact I’m just speechless. The cycling scene sure misses you. Have fun training and I wish you all the best, cause you are simply the best!

Thanks Lance for these Great News !! Looking forward to see u next summer in Paris.
Cycling is a hero’s sport and u are one of them.
Thanks again.
Roberto
Madrid Spain

Lance,

WOW! I?¢?Ǩ?Ñ¢m filled with enormous excitement and can?¢?Ǩ?Ñ¢t wait to see you start the tour next year. I never thought my admiration for you could get any stronger, but it just has!
It?¢?Ǩ?Ñ¢s a brave move but one we all know you can deliver ?¢?Ǩ?Äú Bring it on!

Kieron (England)

I am a four time cancer survivor and an Ironman triathlete. You inspire me more than you could ever know. I even tattooed LiveSTRONG with my Mdot on my ankle! Kick some ASS again!

Brian

Lance,
KUDOS to you! You never cease to amaze and know we are on the “bike” with you!!

As a cancer survivor I applaud your efforts to bring worldwide attention to this important cause. You are a voice for us all. Good luck and may you go from strength to strength.

It’s the obligation of the cured! Keep fighting for all of us!!

Lance it’ll be great to watch you again, cheer for you again and hope that again the greatest cyclist in the world will win the hardest race on earth.
However there is another race, a harder race: the race against cancer. A race that is sometimes winnable, and sadly sometimes, not. You have brought the world’s attention back to it, and together we can change that.
Good Luck Lance.

Remember when all those days or training wear you down, that the greater your success in your return the greater you impact on cancer will be for both those who look to you for inspiration in their personal battles and with the world wide attach on this disease. Go make us proud, the will to win is nothing without the will to train.

My family is thrilled about your return!!! We love the tour and we love your fight for cancer research even more! My brother is 14 years CA free this November, He was a patient of Drs.Einhorn and Nichols three years before you. We will watch together next year, maybe even in France!!! Vive Le Tour!

This is huge…we need ya to bring some pride and cleanliness back to the sport. Get some in France Lance!

The legend goes on.A truly awesome man doing great things.theres 1 thing for sure and thats all the media will be watching him so plenty of exposure for the cause.cant wait to see him back in the race,goodluck, im sure everyone will want him to win and be cheering him on.livestrong

In the midst of a dispiriting election season, it’s great to have something to really cheer on and believe in again. The light you’ll shine on this global problem will dwarf what anyone else could do. (Plus, we’ll get to watch you in the Tour!) Vive Lance!

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

You’re my hero, Lance. Don’t ever stop.

Lance,

BE-U-TI-FUL man!! The world is a better place now that you are back in the race.
Looking forward to all of your stellar moments in next year’s tour. Number 8 will be great for you and your global mission.

Ride on and Livestrong!

Lance,

Great news of your return to professional cycling! LiveStrong has made me aware of what’s it really all about and has strengthened my resolve to fight against cancer. Good luck in all of your endeavors.

You are a true inspiration to all. I know you will take on this challenge just as you have in the past. Good luck and godspeed

As I sat in the Houston Hobby airport yesterday waiting to fly back to Dallas, I heard the “offical” news on the CNN TV in the terminal. Next, I’m on the plane flying home and overhear the guy in the seat next to me discuss his trip to the lady on the aisle. This gentleman “Pat” had just found out at MD Anderson he had bone cancer and was flying home with his wife sporting a “Cancer Sucks” button on her blouse. So for my new friend Pat and all the others you are helping “Go kick some ass for the fight against cancer from the top of the podium”.

It has been one year today since I have returned to full duty status as a Firefighter aftere undergoing chemo and surgery for testicular cancer. Your story gave me strength and inspiration in what were the scariest moments of my life. What you do for people affected by cancer is truly a gift from God. May you have continued success in cycling, and thank you for being the maverick of cancer awareness.

The people of France will need to follow you with road pavers as you tear up their countryside once again. Wear yellow, live strong!

Pete

Great new!
You are a model
Welcome back champion.
Que la force soit avec toi
Yes you are more appreciate than you though

I am excited about your good news. We need someone like you to represent our country, you are the best of the best.

You inspired a lot of people to livestrong. God bless.

Lance your an inspiration to everyone!
I bought your books (It’s not about the bike and Every second counts) just last month and wish id bought them sooner.
After reading i went straight to livestrong.org and bought a couple of items to support the cause.
I play football(soccer) and now i want to buy myself a bike.
Your the man!

WE ARE THE PEOPLE!

Dear Lance

You not only represent the cause for fight against cancer, you represent people who win when the odds are heavily stacked against them. You represent Hope , You represent perseverance, You represent those who want to win

Keep marching we are behind you

Mahesh

Hi Lance,
As a fellow cancer survivor I applaud your efforts – Thanks Lance for your commmitment and personal strength – I will be fighting the fight and riding the bike right along with you!

Lance,
As a metastatic breast cancer survivor I made a choice like you over 10 years ago when I was diagnosed as a stage
1 non invasive.
In 05 cancer did something they did not
expect it to do in my case. It came
back with a vengence.
We have have choices. We can choose to be victims or we can choose to be survivors. Like you I chose to be a survivor. I looked at the stats I was given and took a different spin on those numbers and turned them in to a positive. We are living proof that cancer is not curable yet but
we are so close. Survivorship isn’t about out living someone else as the dictionary states, to me it is about
how one chooses to live.
I choose to Livestrong!
Welcome back Lance!

Win big Lance! You are truly an inspiration to us all. With all of the negative press about cycling recently, the sport needs you. I have no doubt you’ll be a champion not only in your sport, but in the war against Cancer. Good Luck Man!

WOW! I haven’t been this excited since Brett Favre announced his come-back!! I mean that in the most positive and respectful way! I love Brett’s determination, but Lance, your’s is out of this world! Your ongoing, never-ending support for cancer survivors and research is phenominal. I’ll be watching you and supporting you’re quest for #8!!!

You are awesome. Loved seeing you at the Human Race in Austin.
Viva la Lance

Awesome! I’ve started praying that myself and my father-in-law, who was just diagnosed with pancreatic cancer last month will be able to watch your 8th victory together. Last week I turned him on to Livestrong and it’s meaning, gave him the workbook packet, and I’m trying to help him Livestrong each day. I’m a roadie and have been a supporter wearing a Livestrong bracelet for 12yrs now in honor of my dad who lost his battle to cancer. I will keep you also in my prays to give you the strength to continue the battle to beat this evil we call cancer and now to climb that mountain to your 8th victory!
God bless & Livestrong

This news was exciting yesterday, but its impact is really hitting me today. Just look at the response!

I’m stoked about the global rally against cancer — and seeing Lance redefine the word “impossible” to mean “not done yet.”

Go Team LIVESTRONG!

Lance is a role model of faith and relentlesnes allover the world! We, amateur ciclying fans, are delighted with his decision!

Cheers!

WOOWW..! Awesome..! I think you’r an inspiration for all mankind, I’m 45, 2 years been a mtb and always thinking in your effort as an example. Thank you for come back

No matter what happens, you will always be a winner. THANKS for all you do!!

It was awesome to watch you hammer away in the Leadville.

I always knew you had it in you to keep riding. Your reason for riding makes your comeback that much sweeter.

As the hundreds before me have already said, you are an inspiration to the world. Thank you for giving hope to us all.

Better brush up on your French!

Lance is everything we aspire to. Motivated, fights for a great cause, and doesn’t let age define this activities. Take it from a 40+ racer, you’ve got plenty to give this a real go!

Way to go Lance! Show the world that cancer survivors can “DO ANYTHING WE WANT TO DO” and just as good and in many cases BETTER then those without cancer!!!

WOwwwwwwww!!!! It’s gonna be great seeing you back on the roads of the tour!!!great decision!!! thanks

You GO!! Just wearing the livestrong wrist band is a GREAT inspiration to me, to me it is live strong spiritually, mentally, and physically!! You are an inspiration to everyone who is fighting some kind of battle. Thank you SO much for all that you do to help fight cancer. We love you, God Bless you and your family!

All the best lance in your comeback. i dont know why sites like CNN compare your comeback with guys who played baseball, NFL, NBA & NHL.

Theirs only one guy you need tips from and thats Triathlete Dave Scott! 6x ironman champion 2nd at 40 y.o after 5 years off and 5th at 42.

Thank you for creating this foundation, it has helped me out alot. People are afraid of the “C” word. You are getting the word out! We need more of the ” In your face” attitude so people dont forget the millions of us with cancer that die. I have breast cancer with bone mets, and not afraid to die. I am afraid that I woulnt have enough fight in me as time goes by. Thank you for fighting for me and everyone else.
Jannie ( a crazy sexy canser girl)

Lance,
Thank you for bringing the face of cancer out from the dark and lonely shadows to the golden light of the rising sun.

I’ve ridden in the LIVESTRONG Challenge in Denver, and I hope it comes back to my city! I’m now a survivor and I want to complete a century ride with you and my beautiful son.

8 is a lucky number!
You are my hero!

Dude…Not only does the Tour of CA go right by my house, but now I have the perfect reason to finally go to France. Can’t wait to hear which team colors you’ll be wearing.

Good luck Lance, everyone is pulling for you and your cause.

The boss is comming back.
Viva le Tour and Lance…

Kick some european ass! mr. armstrong you truly are an american hero and icon.

Dear Lance,
phone George,phone Ivan Phone Jan.

This is greater news than the US Election final.

What a story,what a dream come true,what an inspiration
You are truly the greatest athlete ever.
Good luck with every revolution.
B.Basso

UNBELIEVABLE! We couldn’t be more excited and thrilled by the news of your return. It just hasn’t been the same since you left so go back & show ‘em how it’s done once more. We were lucky to witness your last historic victory in the TdF and are already plotting another adventure over the Atlantic next June.

Best of luck and Viva de Lance forever!!

Go Kick booty – More Mellow Johnny!!!!!!!!
Thank you Sir Lance
LIVESTRONG ALWAYS

I will always remember you best when you were just 19 on your very first international bike race, The Tour of Sweden, I was the team athletic trainer/soigneur. You were just a kid with a big attitude, a head full of floppy brown curly hair and oh so much talent. We all called you the young king. When I sit by my fathers bed in the hospital as he fights leukemia I often think of your strength, then and now. It makes me smile, it makes me strong. I think of how we never know when we may be in the presence of greatness, of miraculous strength. Thank you for the inspiration, strength, character and commitment. Let me know if you need a soigneur, I may come out of retirement as well!
Allez, Allez,Allez,
Melanie Morlan, Livestrong Delegate from Spokane Washington

Our son who has colorectal cancer has walked in the last two Portland Livestrong Challenges. You are an inspiration to him, his family, relatives and friends. Thank you for all you do and the fight you inspire in those who have cancer. Good luck, good biking and thank you for leading the fight.

I too have cancer. As I lay in the hospital on one of the darkest days, a package arrrived. In it was several Lance Armstrong autographed items and a bike jersey. My recovery started that day. Today I am 202 days after my bone marrow transplant. Although recovery is still years away, I am walking more than a mile a day and cycling 2.5 miles a day.
Thank you for the inspiration and welcome back. Here’s to nunber 8.

Lance,
Good for you. Having done triathlons over 25 years ago, I know how hard it is to quit. How great it must feel to return.

Being a cancer survivor, I know how wonderful it is to think we feel normal.
Live long, live hard, never grow old.

THANK YOU!! Your selflessness in returning to racing to keep cancer awareness alive is truly inspirational! I’ve lost many loved ones to cancer and it sickens me everytime I have to say “here we go again”.

Your announcement also came on a day where it hit home with myself and my coworkers.

A long time employee of the company I work for, was just informed on September 9, 2008, that his cancer had returned. This time, though, instead of just one location, the cancer is now in his brain and lungs and there are mulitple tumors. The doctors are not optimistic and say he has only a very short time left.
This gentleman is a well loved man of this company and his community. He’s been involved with sports (coaching and spectating) all of his 69 years and knows his statistics like the back of his hand. His jokes and sense of humor have touched many people through the years and we all love to hear them over and over again. We are all pulling for him and hoping for only the very best!
So, again, THANK YOU for getting the word out there that we need something done! That more awareness and more research is needed to end this fight with cancer.
I look forward to you coming to California in February for the Amgen Tour, which will be stopping in our Northern Cal town of Santa Rosa.

KEEP RIDING FOR THOSE WHO CANNOT! Much love to you!

YEs, Yes, Yes!!!

I would like to listen to his mouth that returns because he loves the cycling.

Lance: I met you at the Waverly Inn. You have all my respect and admiration. I want to know who DOES offer the best policy in terms of funding cancer research and prevention, etal.

Awesome Lance, I was thrilled to hear you are coming back, not just for cycle but for you fight for cancer. I lost a close friend and fellow triathlet to skin cancer. We started a foundation in her name to help the fight. Every little bit we all can do can make a huge difference. Her web site is listed above. Ride hard, kick some ass and take some names.
-Dan

This is the best news; thank-you for coming back to cycling! May the wind and sun be at your back while you spread the word that cancer needs to be cured now, not later.

You are a true hero! We are seriously jazzed we can watch the best cyclist in the world ride again and we have faith your efforts will come to fruition to find a cure.

I rode a century with you in Austin a few years ago in memory of my mom who lost the fight against colon cancer. Now my brother has brain cancer and his 32 year old daughter, my niece, has pancreatic cancer. What are the odds of that? Their prognoses aren’t what anyone wants to hear. What an ugly devastating disease.

My brother doesn’t have insurance, has lost every single thing and hasn’t any money for treatment.

Ride at God speed, dear Lance.

What an insperation you are, my wife an M.D. had cervical cancer at 29 she is now a proud mother of 2 boys at 37. We give away your LIVESTRONG bands every year as stocking stuffers. We just want to say thank you, for only a cancer survivor can truly know the fight that one has to go through. what a tremendous person you are. LIVESTRONG and we will keep spreading the word.

FANTASTIC NEWS, LANCE!!! Me and the rest of the USA are behind you in this endeavor. Go, Lance, GO!!!!!!!!!!

Wear yellow.

Live Strong.

Hey Lance,

you are the greatest bicycle rider in the world!Because of this you are a idol for many people and so many believe in you and you give so many new power with your strength!good luck for your future and I am sure you will be the champion of the TOUR DE FRANCE 2009!
Greetings from your greatest fan over the sea ,
Thomas from Germany

I do hope you come back and form your own team and give Michael Rasmussen a second chance. They should have either not let him start the race, for breaking the rules, or let him finish because he never tested positive.

“LIVESTRONG”

Rock ON Lance!You have all of the support of family, friends, fellow cyclists,and Cancer survivors on your side.

On behalf of Pirana Brothers in Oklahoma City, we are excite to see Lance get back in the game. We also think that it is awesome that he is returning not just for himself, but for something much bigger; the battle against cancer. We are behind you 100% Lance.

Super,
A Hero is returning i am looking forward to see you in the Tour again.
Go get them.

Lance,

My son and I made the trip from Austin to France for #7. It was the trip of a life time for both of us!! Now we are already talking about doing it again (even if we have to sleep in the car again:). We are all behind you!!!!

Thanks for coming back.

Welcome back!! What took you so long.
See you in Paris!!!

you are an inspiration to us all.
our tickets are booked-we will be with you for #8 all the way
and help the cause anyway we can.
livestrong

My heart is smiling. What you are doing means so much to so many. Biking,and fighting cancer. Two of the most important things in the world to me. I am a nurse, and have watched way to many people die of this disease, including both my parents. Biking is what helps me survive. GO LANCE.

Lance,

You should really consider doing the Race Across America (RAAM) if you want to bring awareness to cancer. It is an international race done on US soil. People and cancer survivors would be lined all along the course to see you race by their communities in the World’s Toughest Bike Race! Sponsors would be lined up as well.

Living in Europe I was very sad with all the comments about you after your 7th victory on the Tour the France. Your come back is just the best thing you can do and show them how you can handle a new one with only one objective. I am all with you and I can’t wait next year. Go Lance, God bless you

Hi Lance I think it?Ǭ¥s awesome.
I believe in you.
I?Ǭ¥ll follow you.

james

You are inspirational, like my friend Cuth who has prostate cancer (and leukemia) and recently won the men’s 75 to 79 age group world triathlon champs. You are never to old to be a champ in my book.

Can you please consider doing the Tour of Britain in 2009. It would help raise the profile of cycling and the fight against cancer in the UK.

fantastic news.
looking forward to seeing you in action again.
an inspiration to all those who have suffered or seen loved ones suffer!
LIVESTRONG!!!!

THANK YOU !!!
wonderfull news – hope you return to johan and dirk
wish you all the best and see you next year in France
!!!!!! LIVESTRONG!!!!!!!
love from belgium
your greatest belgian fans
paul and martine

its such great news to see you back, your passion and winning ways always gave people strength to fight there own challenge, and it will inspire millions of people again to never give up. thanks

Lance you are an inspiration to everyone not just cancer patients, keep up the good work

Lance, you are AWESOME. You are such an inspiration to me and my family. Way to go………………the best to you…

When I heard the news, all I could do was say “WOW” and smile. Fantastic news! I saw you at the Tour de France in 2003 and hope to see you there again next year. You set a wonderful example for everyone with your drive and determination. Best of luck!

Lancetastic!

I have nothing but admiration and respect for Lance and the news that he is to return to cycling is fantastic, hopefully I’ll get to see the man who has inspired both myself and millions of other people “Live” next year when I attend the TDF09. Keep proving them wrong Lance!

Bravo Lance pour ton retour sur le Tour de France;j’y crois tu peux le faire.
Cela fera du bien a pas mal de mes compatriotes… les anti armstrong!!;
Je me rejouis du prochain tour, il y aura de l’action!!

I am so thrilled Lance is coming back! My mother is a cancer survivor/thriver and I am a cyclist. I hope there is some way that we can follow Lance’s training on line. Something in the way of “Train with Lance.” To help inspire all of us to live daily to our fullest potential then pass it on!

God Bless!
Pamela

Good news.

Good luck Lance for your journey back into the cycling arena and the research for cancer.

Always in my prayers!!!!

Marsha( Proudly South African)

This is wonderful news! You inspire so many people and give hope to so many that are living with cancer and other diseases. I look forward to following all of your future success! LIVESTRONG!!!

Great news for those of us who have been affected by cancer! You are an inspiration Lance!

Lance,
Great to have you back — I am looking forward to seeing how it all plays out with you and your teammates on Astana (at least that is where I heard you are going).
Also, after all these years out of racing how long will it take to work back up from a Cat 5 to the pro’s again? (just kidding there).

Suerte, Lance! Estoy seguro de que competir?ɬ°s dignamente en tu regreso al ciclismo profesional, al igual que ya hiciste en tu anterior regreso, tras el c?ɬ°ncer. Eres un luchador, y siempre lo seguir?ɬ°s siendo. Gracias por todo!

I am so happy for you Lance and will be cheering you on! My son, Lance, and I are with you every turn of the crank. Do it for cancer and do it for you.

Are you going to race a full schedule or just do the Tour?

Lance,
I lost my mom to cancer. It’s was a horrific thing to witness. God Bless you for all you have done and continue to do on behalf of those who like yourself have to face this dreaded disease. Go get em,

A great ambassador for a more than worthy cause. Your autobiographies have been an inspiration to me… I wish you all the very best in 2009…I’ll be following you all the way.

Thats my boy!!! Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!! The tour will be worth paying that high cable bill again for after all!! You da’ man!!!!

Fantastic news! The look you gave Jan Ulrick on Alpe D’Huez and then left him for dead on the tour of 2004 (was it?)still gives me goose bumps….the sport has missed you. The very best of luck for The Tour of 2009.

My name is Christian and I am 7 years old. Both of my grandpas died before I was born. One of my grandpas had cancer. Thank you for riding your bike to help people with cancer and their families. My grandma, mom and dad still really miss my grandpa. I do a cancer walk each year with my family.

I really want a yellow road race! My parents want me to earn it so I set up a bank account. Maybe one day I can ride in a race for cancer just like you! Or, maybe I’ll make a race of my own in the neighborhood to earn some money for the Lance Armstrong Foundation. I think I will do that!

We are coming out to watch you in the AMGEN Tour of California in Santa Clarita! We are so excited to see you race! I don’t want to blink as you ride by because I’ll miss ya! Have fun training!

My mom and dad take me to the running track and let me speed around the track on my bike (ssshh, don’t tell anyone – bikes aren’t allowed). My 3 year old sister Bella rides her bike with training wheels on the track too – she can’t go as far as I can yet! Maybe one day you will see us both in the Tour! Look for me on the yellow road bike! Look for my sister on a purple road bike! I think she needs to get a lot taller! Until then, she’s on my old red bike with training wheels!

Have fun!

Love,
Christian Fisco

Lance,

Cancer has touched us all and it is a great thing that you are doing.

I wish you continued success with the fight and the global awareness.

LIVESTRONG and may the wind always be at your back. Love to see you take #’s 8,9 and 10.

In memory of Colleen Fletcher.

I am crying…I learned of Cancer at a young age, have seen women in my family die, deal and survive,you have inpsired me to learn more, to fight harder and in the meantime love the game of cycling, I will love to see you out of the saddle, dancing on your pedals and riding like the wind!!!!!! Best Wishes!!!!

OH MY GOD!!!! This is my chance to see you at the TOUR De FRANCE. I said, “if he ever rides again I will see him at the top of Alp DuEz.” I love you. Signed a 43 year old mom in Bloomfield Hills Mi. GO LANCE!!!!!

I am thrilled to hear you are coming back. I lost my younger sister to cancer 2 years ago (she adored you) and just lost my dad to cancer last month. We buried them both with their LIVESTRONG

(continuation of previous interrupted post) bracelets on. You are such an inspiration to so many. Good Luck!

Hi (from Portugal)!

Lance, who better than you to make Cancer a global issue?

I’m already a member of LAF’s army but, because your goal was only the US, I’d never been able to help. Now I hope to help you making a diference.

You can count on me.

And best of luck to Tour 2009.

livespring, livestrong,livelong,allez de allez,win clean for#8. 9year working at the rftr, livestrong challanage piss on cancer…….

Thanks Lance!
As you can see, you inspire people all over the world!!! Welcome back!!!!
From Brazil

Outstanding!!!! I’m proud to be a member of the Livestrong team. Go Lance!! It’s been too long taht you’ve been gone. Good luck!!!!

Time to bust out the USPS and Disco gear from retirment. And if you choose Astana, i’ve already got the hat for that. Do it Lance.

Lance,

You are amazing!

Had you not existed you would have to be invented.

I just wanted everyone to know that I believe the reason cancer is so prevalent is all the chemicals in everything from our food to our personal hygiene products. I was a hairdresser for 10 years and because of being around all the chemicals I developed Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. My mother and grandmother both had cancer. It took my grandmother and almost took my mother. I think we should make the government open their eyes and realize that all the chemicals in our everyday products is slowly killing us all. I hope Lance has wonderful luck with bringing this to the forefront. We all need all the help we can get. God bless us all!!!!

Big Tex back in the peloton!
Awesome..

You are doing amazing things for the cancer community.. You rock Lance!

Lance,
Wow I watched in aww when you won all 8 now more!! I can barely contan myself.
PS go after the SPANARDS
SEE ya in JULY

AWeSOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I punched the air with delight at the news of your return! You were my inspiration to overcome my life long asthma
with hard training on my bike and I’m so,so happy at this news. Go Lance! Dance on them pedals! Thankyou very much!

Cycling needs you.
Viva Armstrong y Contador!
Good luck from Spain

It was 5:30am 09 Sept (RP time)when CNN broke the news here in the Philippines…
Oh my… The collective hearts of next years TdF podium hopefulls have just skipped a beat! And that familiar sinking feeling in the pit of their stomachs have just reared it’s head… Lance, you’ve just made the waiting period for next July
so longgg. You’r fans in my country wants you to take that
8th yellow jersey!

Its a great news. I live in Poland and I think that what Boss is doing now is very necessery for fightting agains cancer in another countries. Yesterday I have bought a ticket to Paris to see Lance on Paris Nice. I was so lucky. See U Boss in Paris.Its time for fight against cancer all over the world!!!!

you’ve been an inspiration for me ever since I read “It’s Not about the Bike”. Good luck with your training!

Lance,

I think it’s so wonderful that you are putting forth this effort. You and Randy Pausch are my heroes of all time. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. We will beat this cancer beast!!

Yeah Lance, we need you for the Tour de France 2009.

Lance,

You are an inspiration to many who battle this obstacle, called cancer. I stand with you in turning this obstacle into an “opportunity” to change the lives of many who may consider themselves to be “victims” into “survivors” and as they transition into “overcomers”. Congratulations on your return to cycling. Much success to you in your endeavor to find “The” cure.

LiveStrong(er)
Maria

Amazing! As a cancer survivor and wife of a triathlete I cannot wait to see you ride again! You have been an inspiration to us both. Personally for me in my fight with cancer, and for my husband as he rides like the wind in his triathlons!

God Bless,

Debora

Thank you lance.

You are one of the best things in cycling and in the world of cancer.

You have help me get over the death of my gradfather by cancer and i thank you.

very best news, you are my hero
i am a marathoner.
i follow you with my new bike trek 2.3
go lance go
thank you.

My son was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia when he was 4 years old, in the year 2000. We made all his treatment at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston and we knew all about you there. Lance, you were his hero since then!!! Now, he is a 12, and healthy!!! year old, and we were so happy to knew that you are coming back! When I see you cycling up a mountain, I think of the hard times we passed, and victory for us is that: DARE TO! Thanks a lot for your example, LIVESTRONG!!!

lance

the best news,you are totally amazing, your are a real inspiration to all on this planet they will stop and listen,good luck with your training,all those miles will flow and flow well,be strong mr armstrong ,we are all truly with you

This is another reason for people all around the world to look up to you!. You are truly an amazing human being . thank you Lance !!!!!!

Michael

Keep up the fight !

i think this is fabulous. you are still an inspiration to me, lance. train hard and go get ‘em.
grace

Well done mate,
As a rare cancer (Carcinoid) sufferer but determined survivor from Australia I am in awe of your attitude, fitness, toughness and willingness to tackle another huge challenge. All the very best of luck and thanks.
Brett, Adelaide, South Australia

Lance, you are an inspiration to us all. Your strength, drive, crazy talent and passion for making a difference continue to amaze me. So glad you’re coming back to cycling and not at all surprised by your selfless motivation for coming back. Yet again, thanks for the inspiration to be a better person and good luck!

Lance, you have nothing to prove. You’re a great champ, a comeback will only bring this legend down. Don’t get me wrong, I’m very anxious to see it!

I have been recently diagnosed with Breast Cancer. My stunning daughter, Bronwyn introduced me to this site and has just dropped off your book for me to read. You are an amazing inspiration to us. We (Durban South Africa) are behind you – and we wish you all the love, energy and strength to achieve your next dream.

Merci Lance…
Merci pour ton combat “Livestrong”…
Merci pour le sport…
Thank you…
Jonathan (Belgique)

It is the bike, a cyclist always knows…I was a fan before the cancer, I am a fan despite the cancer, I look forward to being a fan to help beat cancer.

Lance, please give us back the real tour, the real race, the real passion of the Yellow.

From our sport, welcome back, sir.

Lance I had the pleasure and privilege to watch from the Champs-Ellesay your 6th and 7th Tour de France wins. If anyone can make a successful professional cycling comeback – “you’re the one”. I look forward to witnessing your 8th.

Chris – London UK

Lance,

I lost my daddy to the awful disease, you’ll give many people hope we can beat it in the future!

All the best with your training, i’ll love to see you back in the Tour.

Thanks a lot….

Thank you Lance for your comeback. You are both a nice human being and the greatest professional cyclist. I hope you’ll win a 8th Tour de France.
Wear Livestrong!!!
Good training…
La France vous aime.
Sincerely,
Gr?ɬ©gory – Nancy, France

I wish you all the best and good luck
for the tour 2009!!!

This is way beyond Awe-inspiring…This is the way we should all live our lives ?¢?Ǩ?Äú GO LANCE!!!

I respect and wish you all the best for the decision you made to return to professional cycling and to continue to battle this devastating disease. I’ll be pulling and praying for a victory for you in 2009. You’re a winner in my book!

Outstanding !!!!

Can’t wait to see you showing them how it’s done once again. Both the cycling world regarding cycling and the socio-political world regarding Cancer.
I only hope it doesn’t mean we wont be seeing you at the LAF Philly ride.

Hey Lance!

I understand you have enemies who wouldnt hesitate to write another book, publish another article if they get something. Some ppl, including close relatives would do/say anything if some tv offers them $1000,000. I hope you watch every bottle you get, everything you put in your mouth. A lot of ppl dont know a cycling team is like a huge factory. Good luck Lance!

Hey Lance, Great news, I’m 7mths in to my LIVINGSTRONG. You are a great inspiration to us survivors. Kick Butt!!!!

Congratulations for your desition!!
you are awesome

go ahead with your fight against the cancer!

you are an inspiration for lots of people around the world!!?¢?Ñ¢¬?I LOVE YOU!!?¢?Ñ¢¬?
…God bless you…

This is the best news ever. Looking forward to the LIVESTRONG challenge in Austin – and see you in Paris 2009.
Go Lance!

Thanks Lance
Look out cancer!

Lance,

Its good that you are returning for the fight against cancer, but i would have to say that the TDF have been better since you retired, you made them boring to watch either live or by broadcast, try the tour of Italy or Spain

First of, Happy Birthday.
Second, look out cancer !!! I am thrilled that you are making a comeback and making this awful disease a priority. Keep up the training and wonderful pictures.
LIVESTRONG my idol, LIVESTRONG !!

Happy birthday:::: lots of all kind of blessings to you
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Merci Beaucoup Lance,
I hope and pray and wish you could figure out how to make cancer patient health care funding for services and state of the art treatment a bigger election spending issue for voters in this country when you meet and speak next month with Clintons Global initiative.
Both Senators running are very weak in this area and getting weaker by the week. I was truly so inspired by you and Elizabeth Edwards attitude addressing the unmet daily needs of many other long term survivors when I went to Austin to a LIVESTRONG Summit in October of 2007 as a twenty year low grade brain tumor survivor myself. Thank You for your excellent example and for all you do to help inspire others less fortunate than you yourself, I really admire your determination and dedication to LIVESTRONG for others again by grabbing the international media attention to raise awareness of the real terrorist cancer cells in the world hiding in our own bodies and the bodies of our loved ones. Thank You for being truly pro-life in the best sense of those words as you ride on again over mountains and valleys. I wish you continued good health in the future and hope you find the strength from the Lord of All to keep on keepin on! You can do it!
ALLEZ-VOUS GO LANCE GO!!!
GBYAY Anne Breen
Ps I don’t think I’ll get to go see you win in Paris this time, but I will probably see you more better right here at home in Tucson, and I hope someday you will consider riding in the El Tour De Tucson. so I can see you again.

Lance,

You are everything and everything is you. Congratulations on your triumphant return to cycling (I can see the future…lol) and thank you for never ceasing to be a real hero. Ciao.

Chris

Thank you for everything Lance.
Your my inspiration.
My mother died because of a cancer when I was 11 years old,now I’m 32, since then, my life changed, but when I read It’s not about the bike, you became my inspiration on most of my everyday stuff,Thank you Lance for teach me how to get over everything.

I’m So INSPIRED

Lance Lance… thanks for returning and give us again the amazing sensation to feel like champions! The inspiration to keep on the fight… Congratulations for the Leadville 100! I just love you man! From Brazil, Luis Mosh…

Lance,
Bring it down under and I hope to see you in New York

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Thank you to you Lance for this good news, but I think that you should better explain on French your return and in particular the place of your fontation, the sports correspondents here retain onlythe sporting part. I will be disappointed not to see you on our roads this summer the more so as for once the TDF spends several times close of at home (Saint P?ɬ©ray, Ard?ɬ®che). And I will be happy to finally see you winning at the top of Ventoux! I have a tumour which has eaten my knee for several years, thanks to your first book I fight with the to continue to make cycling, I adore the strong rises I dream to roll with you one day, which knows at the time of a recognition in Ventoux! Friendships

way to go……..

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Whilst we’re still in the strategy of negotiating our collective long run, it doesn?t mean that we have to sacrifice our personal identities. And it is most likely this realisation, consciously or now not, along with reality we’re at the edge of the arena, which makes Durban a spot where the spirit of freedom resides.