Suit to Saddle: Cycling to Self-Discovery on the Southern Tier: 1 (Adventure Travel)

Perfect for fans of George Mahoods Not Tonight Josephine and Cheryl Strayeds Wild.Readers on mid-life journeys of their own will cheer Walsh on as he reminds them that a journey doesnt have to be a means to an end -its the trip itself that matters. -BookLifeA deeply personal memoir... -Kirkus...it was remarkable how Walsh not only overcame the physical journey but overcame the sadness of his mind. In a society where so many are struggling with mental health I think his message and story of moving forward are so important. Any reader would love Walshs story...! -★★★★★ Manhattan Book ReviewThis book should inspire anyone whos going through a tough time or a massive change and anyone who wants to be challenged to embark on an ambitious venture. I highly recommend it. -★★★★★ Readers FavoriteSuit to Saddle chronicles one mans epic spiritual journey- on two wheels- across the vastness of America. Ride with Larry as he experiences the challenging terrain the tucked-away places and the unique people that would collectively change him. Discovery inspiration and personal growth are on the horizon with every turn of the cranks! -William P. Apollo M.D. Cyclist Cardiologist and contributor to The Outer Line and VeloNewsYour job has been eliminated. In other words youre unemployed out of work and desperate to find a new purpose. When US Army veteran Larry Walsh heard those words his world was turned upside down. With a desire to move beyond unemployment create an exciting new future for himself and push past his limits he decides to fulfill his lifelong dream to bike across the country.He purchases a Surly Disc Trucker touring bike and begins his 3120-mile ride of the Southern Tier from California to Florida. Cycling over treacherous mountains through open plains unforgiving deserts and over 200 unique small towns Walsh not only discovers a new world and new people but he uncovers a side of himself that he thought was long forgotten-one filled with true grit and determination.In Suit to Saddle Walsh chronicles his story of triumph over adversity. Each person he meets along the road plays an integral part of his quest for inner peace and growth. Through the eyes of a one-armed cyclist a retired police officer a gun-toting waitress and a thousand miles of open road Walsh learns that the true meaning of a life well-lived is the journey.Join Walsh on his trip across America and see what it feels like to experience life one mile at a time.