I certainly won’t be missing an opportunity to meet the great man and hopefully raise our concerns and get his views on various cycling topics often raised here on 2oceansvibe. You know, from cycling through red traffic lights, to balls exposed in front of children and the wearing of cycling helmets whilst dinging.

But, you know, that’s just me..

That’s right, my friends, one of world history’s greatest sportsmen and champions, Lance Armstrong, is coming to Cape Town! His legacy covers so many facets, on and off the tarmac. Opportunities like this don’t often come around.

I’d keep reading if I were you..

Lance Armstrong comes to town – CLICK HERE

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You snooze you lose – last minute bids open for ‘Discovery Lance for Life’ events

February 2010: With less than two weeks remaining till seven-time Tour de France champion, Lance Armstrong arrives in South Africa, local organisers have just revealed that six tables for the ‘Discovery Lance for Life’ events, are up for grabs through an exclusive blind bid.

The bidding opened on Monday, 22 February and will close on Tue, 02 March 2010. Bids start at R25, 000 for a table of eight at the banquet dinner and R15, 000 for a table of ten at the breakfast. Contact Nikki Ferreira on 079 895 0721 or nikki@jagfoundation.org.za to place your bids. The winners will be announced via Twitter on Wednesday 03 March.

[I’d suggest mentioning 2oceansvibe for special attention 😉 ]

In collaboration with leading local charity, the JAG Foundation, Lance will be in South Africa from 9 – 11 March to raise funds for the foundation and promote healthy living in South Africa. The remainder of Armstrong’s visit, from 12 – 14 March, will be dedicated towards training and preparation ahead of this year’s Tour de France as well as participation in the Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour.

More details revealed (entertainment, venues and speakers)

On 9 March 450 guests will spend their evening with Lance and South Africa’s most celebrated sporting personalities at the Cape Town World Cup stadium in Green Point. Live entertainment will be provided by Sterling EQ, an all female electric quartet as well as Moreira Chonguica, an internationally renowned saxophonist. An interactive Q&A with Lance Armstrong and the international voice of cycling, Phil Liggett will follow shortly thereafter. The evening will conclude with an auction hosted by Christian Stewart where signed memorabilia with be sold.

The “Ride with Lance’ will be hosted on 10 March with top business and sports personalities embarking on a social 100 km ride with the cycling legend. In true Tour de France fashion, riders will be accompanied by helicopters, motorbikes, police escorts and receive technical assistance throughout the ride. The package includes accommodation, transport and dinner with Lance after the ride, a signed copy of his latest book – ‘My comeback: up and close’, DVD highlights of the Tour and a personalised coffee table book inclusive of images. The riders will also have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend one-on-one time with Lance on the day.

An 850 strong crowd will attend the breakfast function on 11 March at the Constantia Uitsig Vineyard. The audience will have an opportunity to listen to Lance’s life lessons as interviewed by Phill Ligett with special appearances from Rob Louw and Daryl Impey.

Tickets to the banquet and breakfast are sold out, but for a rare opportunity to bid for a table. Visit www.jagfoundation.org.za for more information.

Just give me that microphone, just for a second.

I dare you..