On July 21, 2004, Lance Armstrong delivered one of the most iconic performances in cycling history. Conquering the legendary Alpe d’Huez climb in under 40 minutes, Armstrong became the first rider ever to achieve this feat during Stage 16 of the Tour de France. Relive the intensity, the power, and the unforgettable atmosphere of that day.
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July 24th, 2004. Stage 16 of the Tuliff House. One man against 21 hairpin bands. Lance Armstrong became the first cyclist ever to conquer. Always in under 40 minutes, clocking an incredible time of 39 minutes and 41 seconds, a record at the time. This was an intense 15.5 km uphill individual type trial with crowds of over 750,000 cheering and lining the narrow roads with a sustained power output of nearly 495 W. Armstrong’s performance was as much about science as strength. He passed top competitors like Ivan Basset, cementing his dominance in extending his lead in the general classification. The atmosphere was Chanting and waving, creating a sea of energy and chaos. Inspired by epic films. Smash that like button, hit subscribe, and ring the bell for more sports legends.
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