Originally Posted by
Campag4life
No you misinterpreted or I wasn't clear. Lemond has forgotten more about cycling than the 41 combined. Lemond watched the entire trajectory of Lance's career. He said he wasn't stronger than a top 30 rider before he made 'some changes'.
If we merely go with the 8/1/98 disqualification date that was imposed by USADA, not stronger than a top 30 rider included a World Road Championship. A San Sebastian win. A Tour du Pont win. US Amateur Road Championship win. To name a few.
If you have not seen "The Armstrong Lie", do so.
BTW...having known several people who had really really difficult childhoods, I am not at all surprised, nor was I ever surprised, at his behavior.
I also did not mention the two triathlon national championships he won before he was 19. He was a pro triathlete at 14.
I respect LeMond. He and his Dad were frequently at the shop I raced out of when I was a kid. His resume is one of the best and his comeback...well truly amazing. But good grief. I think Lance was a bit better than a top 30 rider. Top 30 riders do not win often and if they do it's races like Circuit de la Sarthe and somesuch.