Not only bicycle enthusiasts, but anyone with an interest in journeys of self-discovery will enjoy Bill Gisel's engrossing narrative of preparing for and finally completing the ride of a lifetime - a six-day, 500-mile bike trip from Fairbanks to Anchorage, Alaska, to raise funds for AIDS vaccine research. Weaving together a series of captivating anecdotes full of colourful characters, bicycle mishaps, and both poignant and exhilarating moments, Gisel allows the reader to participate in the highs and lows of this unique experience. His description of discovering the world of bicycling will resonate with experienced riders and will tempt many other casual riders to haul their old bikes out of the garage. "Ride" is also a refreshing story of commitment, friendship, and the desire of a few individuals to help make a difference in a war against a ravaging disease. For those plagued by the "too much to do, too little time" syndrome, it is also a reminder that, no matter how busy, we can all commit to an important cause.
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William G. Gisel Jr. (Buffalo, NY) is the Chief Operating Officer of Rich Products Corporation.
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Day One, Team Ted, United States, Day Four, Day Zero, Day Two, New York, Chugach Mountains, Dan Pallotta, King Rider, Tour de Cure, Vaccine Ride, Williams College, Day Three, East Aurora, Isabel Pass, Tanana River, Alaska Range, Lake Erie, Palm Island, Arctic Circle, Chena River, Complete Books of Road Cycling Skills, Delaware Park, Lake Ontario New!
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Day One, Team Ted, United States, Day Four, Day Zero, Day Two, New York, Chugach Mountains, Dan Pallotta, King Rider, Tour de Cure, Vaccine Ride, Williams College, Day Three, East Aurora, Isabel Pass, Tanana River, Alaska Range, Lake Erie, Palm Island, Arctic Circle, Chena River, Complete Books of Road Cycling Skills, Delaware Park, Lake Ontario New!
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- Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer on page 80
- It's Not about the Bike: My Journey Back to Life by Lance Armstrong in Back Matter
- The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway on page 82
- Wind River by Charles G. West on page 82
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