View from the bike
I finished reading Miles from Nowhere by Barbara Savage today! 
The story is inspiring, humorous and delightful.
It’s the tale of an around-the-world bike trip taken by Barbara and Larry Savage. The journey took the couple through 25 counties, in a period of 2 years.
…Along the way, these neophyte cyclists encountered warm-hearted strangers, bicycle-hating drivers, rock-throwing Egyptians, over-protective Thai policemen, and great personal joys.
They returned to a new life in Santa Barbara, one Barbara never lived to savor. She was killed in a street accident, Barbara and her bicycle vs. a truck. We are lucky to have this memoir, throughout which her vitality, warmth and compassion glow.
Touring the U.S. by bike is on my life list and we plan on taking such a trip in 2011. Reading Miles from Nowhere made me consider pursuing this adventure sooner rather than later. In the meantime, I’m hoping to do more weekend bike tours.
If you’re looking for an amazing travel book and a reason to pursue your dreams, then buy this book.
