As I’ve said before, he is the greatest American story of our lifetime. After reading his book you get an understanding of what makes him tick. He doesn’t have anything to lose, so he gives everything he’s got in everything he does. He faced death, battled it head-on, and kicked it’s ass! Everything after that is a bonus.

In the book, he talks about each of his first 5 wins in the Tour de France. He gives you a glimpse into his family life. He explains some of his relationships with other cancer patients and survivors, which he could spend days with. He’s not afraid to dismiss the role of God and religion in his surviving cancer. He says flat out that he beat it with the help of his doctors, nurses, family, and friends.

Lance isn’t the selfish arrogant asshole that some of the press make him out to be. His teammates on U.S. Postal ride for him during the Tour de France each year, so he rides for them in other races. He wants them to have the glory so he’ll protect them or bring them water from the team car. It’s not all about Lance and it never was for him. Cycling is a team sport and he understand that better than anyone else.

If I had to choose between winning the Tour de France or having cancer, I’d choose cancer.

Lance Armstrong

Not exactly the answer I would pick, but Lance is one in a million. I could go on and on about Armstrong and the amazing human being that he has become. Instead, I’ll just recommend that you read this book. I give it an A-.