When we were in Italy about 5 years ago the only thing on television that was in English was the Tour de France. I became fascinated in the sport and am now quite obsessive about it. I am not a cyclist, just an occasional rider, but I absolutely love to follow the sport of cycling. It goes without saying that I think Lance Armstrong is amazing. I have been following his career of course, but along with him I love following riders like Levi Leipheimer, George HIncapie, the Schleck brothers, Mark Cavendish, and tons of others. When Lance announced that he would be racing in the Tour this year I was determined to be among the millions of fans and spectators. I know everyone has their "dream trips" of somewhere or something they would like to do or see before they die so I guess you could say that this is MINE. The Tour goes to the alps on Tuesday, so tune in...it is gruelling!!
Gregg and me at the start gate. Opening day in Monaco.
Prince of Monaco
Lance starting off...
Lance looking right at me...not!
Johan Bruyneel
Me being interviewed by French TV
Mark Cavendish
George Hincapie
Levi Leipheimer