Customer Reviews:

Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0

Best Travel Book I've Read:

...and I have read a lot. Since I've pretty much cycled around this planet I reckon that this is a qualified recommendation. Her text is sprinkled with some evocative poetic descriptions. One that has stuck in my mind was about watching clouds recede down a valley (somewhere in Iceland/Scandinavia) like a ghost shimmering down a hallway. There are lots of these sort of things, this makes the book Very Good. However what made this book Excellent was the thrilling drama in the last few chapters. Not only is... more info

Lively account of biking adventures.:

I hope Josie keeps pedaling and keeps writing. Her narratives were fun and interesting. The author has strong opinions and a lively sense of humor. It makes you want to jump on your bike and go! The miles this woman has put on her bike are amazing. There is enough material in this book to have written two or three books, at least.

Gets you ready to roll:

I chanced upon this book , many years ago while wondering whether it was safe to embark on a 60km ride outside the city. Josie's lively description of her adventures, in the saddle, in many countries,proved the turning point and I ventured out with a friend.

That 60km ride has unfortunately, not been following by many more. However, the book still enchants. I read it every once in a while, to loose myself in the freedom of 'the wind in my wheels'.

Recommended highly - if you like cycling, or travel or... more info

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