Having just become a cyclist this year, I never followed Lance's career (or any cycling news) prior to this April. I'm excited about now being to get a chance to see him ride again. I've read stories about what a jerk he is, etc. etc. but I don't watch for his personality. I watch to be inspired! It was watching the Tour de France this year that really got me hooked on cycling. Until then, I was just "riding a bike for exercise." After watching the Tour, it became a passion. I WANTED to get out and ride!!! Ride far, ride fast, push myself as hard as I could!! So, I'm really looking forward to the Tour now!

As for Lance himself--I know the struggles I have riding with my medical problems: Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, overweight. It's been a very hard struggle to juggle all this while cycling. And, I've "just got" Diabetes--this guy had the "Big C"! I admire anyone who has overcome medical issues to ride. To me, it just shows a passion for a sport that I, too, have come to love.