Shifting Gears: Coast to Coast on the Trans Am Bike Race
Autor Meaghan Marie Hackinenen Limba Engleză Paperback – oct 2023
Prologue: Frankfurt, Germany
Pre-Race: Astoria, Oregon
Day Zero: Astoria to Peoria, Oregon
Day One: Peoria to Mitchell, Oregon
Day Two: Mitchell to Richland, Oregon
Day Three: Richland, Oregon to White Bird, Idaho
Day Four: White Bird, Idaho to Lolo, Montana
Day Five: Lolo to Dillon, Montana
Day Six: Dillon to Ennis, Montana
Day Seven: Ennis, Montana to Moran, Wyoming
Day Eight: Moran to Jeffrey City, Wyoming
Day Nine: Jeffrey City to Saratoga, Wyoming
Day Ten: Saratoga, Wyoming to Kremmling, Colorado
Day Eleven: Kremmling to Pueblo, Colorado
Day Twelve: Pueblo, Colorado to Leoti, Kansas
Day Thirteen: Leoti to Nickerson, Kansas
Day Fourteen: Nickerson to Cassoday, Kansas
Day Fifteen: Cassoday, Kansas to Golden City, Missouri
Day Sixteen: Golden City to Houston, Missouri
Day Seventeen: Houston, Missouri to Chester, Illinois
Day Eighteen: Chester, Illinois to Marion, Kentucky
Day Nineteen: Marion to Sonora, Kentucky
Day Twenty: Sonora to Harrodsburg, Kentucky
Day Twenty-One: Harrodsburg to Lookout, Kentucky
Day Twenty-Two: Lookout, Kentucky to Max Meadows, Virginia
Day Twenty-Three: Max Meadows to Love, Virginia
Day Twenty-Four: Love to Ashland, Virginia
Final Hours: Ashland to Yorktown, Virginia
Epilogue
Acknowledgements
Glossary of Terms
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781774390801
ISBN-10: 1774390809
Pagini: 272
Dimensiuni: 229 x 152 x 25 mm
Greutate: 0.18 kg
Editura: NeWest Press
Colecția NeWest Press
Locul publicării:Canada
ISBN-10: 1774390809
Pagini: 272
Dimensiuni: 229 x 152 x 25 mm
Greutate: 0.18 kg
Editura: NeWest Press
Colecția NeWest Press
Locul publicării:Canada
Recenzii
“If you aren’t already in love with the bicycle and the open road, perhaps this book will pull you into Hackinen’s slipstream.”—Yvonne Blomer, author of Sugar Ride: Cycling From Hanoi to Kuala Lumpur
“Vividly written, telling the authentic story of long-distance cycling — with all its setbacks, obstacles, emotions, craziness, rewards, and weirdness.”—Stefan Barth, author of Ultracycling & Bikepacking – All You Need to Know!, Founder of SBU Coaching
“Witty, insightful, unfiltered, and brutally honest, Meaghan Hackinen opens our eyes to the emotional rollercoaster and perils every ultra-distance cyclist faces. Hackinen takes us along for the ride in this gritty, raw account of her 2017 self-supported race across America. She comes clean about rookie mistakes, self-discovery, hardships, heartache, and the unbreakable bonds forged between fellow riders. This exhilarating read will inspire and resonate with every adventure cycling enthusiast.”—Robert Biron, Salty Beard Bikepacking
“Armchair enthusiasts will appreciate the vibrant writing and glimpses into the daily physical and mental challenges participants endure. Sure to appeal to cyclists and readers who enjoy two-wheeled adventures.” — Brenda Barrera, Booklist
“An inspiring narrative, Shifting Gears details momentous highs, overbearing lows, and the lessons that come with such experiences. Some readers may even feel compelled to hop on a bike and test Hackinen’s theory that cycling can offer self-understanding.” — Miru Yogarajah, Literary Review of Canada
“Shifting Gears by Meaghan Marie Hackinen is more than a story about cycling; it is a narrative rich with human emotions, challenges, and triumphs. This is a must-read if you are looking for a book on becoming an endurance cyclist. It is a testament to the enduring strength of the human spirit and an inspirational read for anyone interested in the interplay between physical endurance and personal growth. Hackinen’s journey encourages readers to contemplate their limitations and inspires to venture beyond them.” — Amy Tucker, The British Columbia Review
“Vividly written, telling the authentic story of long-distance cycling — with all its setbacks, obstacles, emotions, craziness, rewards, and weirdness.”—Stefan Barth, author of Ultracycling & Bikepacking – All You Need to Know!, Founder of SBU Coaching
“Witty, insightful, unfiltered, and brutally honest, Meaghan Hackinen opens our eyes to the emotional rollercoaster and perils every ultra-distance cyclist faces. Hackinen takes us along for the ride in this gritty, raw account of her 2017 self-supported race across America. She comes clean about rookie mistakes, self-discovery, hardships, heartache, and the unbreakable bonds forged between fellow riders. This exhilarating read will inspire and resonate with every adventure cycling enthusiast.”—Robert Biron, Salty Beard Bikepacking
“Armchair enthusiasts will appreciate the vibrant writing and glimpses into the daily physical and mental challenges participants endure. Sure to appeal to cyclists and readers who enjoy two-wheeled adventures.” — Brenda Barrera, Booklist
“An inspiring narrative, Shifting Gears details momentous highs, overbearing lows, and the lessons that come with such experiences. Some readers may even feel compelled to hop on a bike and test Hackinen’s theory that cycling can offer self-understanding.” — Miru Yogarajah, Literary Review of Canada
“Shifting Gears by Meaghan Marie Hackinen is more than a story about cycling; it is a narrative rich with human emotions, challenges, and triumphs. This is a must-read if you are looking for a book on becoming an endurance cyclist. It is a testament to the enduring strength of the human spirit and an inspirational read for anyone interested in the interplay between physical endurance and personal growth. Hackinen’s journey encourages readers to contemplate their limitations and inspires to venture beyond them.” — Amy Tucker, The British Columbia Review