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Synopsis

At an age when most are slowing down, Rob Leachman set off on the adventure of a lifetime. In 2017, Rob and his wife, Bev, had just turned sixty years old, but refused to let their age prevent them from pursuing their goals and dreams. Instead, they embarked from San Diego on a 3,000-mile bicycle tour across the southern United States, hoping to reach the Atlantic Ocean forty-six days later.

They reached their destination in Florida, in the process dealing with great tragedy before ultimately experiencing a profound sense of triumph and joy. Now, Rob invites you to join him as he recounts this incredible adventure and the many life lessons he learned along the way.

Written with humor and deep reflection, One Ride at a Time: Life Lessons Learned on a Cross-Country Bicycle Ride will leave readers captivated by the story of these cyclists pursuing a lifelong dream and enchanted by such a unique viewpoint of this vast nation. Whether you’re an avid cyclist or an armchair adventurer, you’re sure to find this unique perspective on America and tale of personal growth a ride worth taking.

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Author Bio

An educator, author, and occasional adventurer, Rob Leachman is a retired school administrator and university instructor and the author of One Ride at a Time: Life Lessons Learned on a Cross-Country Bicycle Ride. Rob and his wife Bev live in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, and can often be seen hiking and biking on area roads and trails. He can be reached at robleachman.com.

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