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One Man and His Bike

By: Mike Carter
Narrated by: Mike Carter
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What would happen if you were cycling to the office and just kept on pedalling?

Needing a change, Mike Carter did just that. Following the Thames to the sea he embarked on an epic 5,000-mile ride around the entire British coastline—the equivalent of London to Calcutta.

He encountered drunken priests, drag queens and gnome sanctuaries. He met fellow travellers and people building for a different type of future. He also found a spirit of unbelievable kindness and generosity that convinced him that Britain is anything but broken. This is the inspiring and very funny tale of the five months Mike spent cycling the byways of the nation.

©2011 Mike Carter (P)2022 Penguin Audio Cycling Europe Travel Writing & Commentary Western Europe Funny Cycling Adventure
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what can I say, if I was younger I would also go on a bike. the journey was so exciting, I felt as though I travelled with him.

best trip

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Humorous, insightful, entertaining! All in all a fun adventure. It makes one want to get out for a pedal.

A fun ride

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