''Nick Moore reminds us all that however frequently we may cycle, two wheels is always a rather magical way to travel.'' -
The Simple ThingsMindful Thoughts for Cyclists is a joyous collection of focused meditations that recognise the profound meditative power of the simple bicycle.
From the sheer joy of freewheeling down a hill or the sense of accomplishment you feel when you repair a tyre, this book is stuffed full of insights into and reflections on the magic of two-wheeled transport
Chapters include:
A Journey of Discovery
Wheels within Wheels
The Wind
The Rain it Raineth
On Ascending . . . and Descending
Finding the Upside of Punctures
Cleaning the Bike
Adventures by Night
Riding in Traffic
The Road Goes Ever On and On
Riding Together . . and Alone
Mental Strength and Physical Power
Riding Off-road
The Cyclist as Passenger and Engine
Getting Lost
Riding without Technology
Light Enough, Fast Enough
Riding in the Heat . . and the Cold
As Easy as Riding a Bike?
No Ride is Too Short
A Meditation on Suffering
It’s Not About the Bike
Whether you''re into lycra-clad competitive racing, physical endurance or more leisurely outings, if you love your bike you will love this book.
| Format |
Inbunden |
| Omfång |
160 sidor |
| Språk |
Engelska |
| Förlag |
Quarto Publishing PLC |
| Utgivningsdatum |
2017-03-02 |
| ISBN |
9781782404835 |
