There's always an escape. Sometimes you need to search long and hard for the right one.After losing all he once cherished, Doug Zimmer follows his wife's parting bread crumbs and rides up the Pacific coast—on a bicycle. Armed with a revolver and only a vague plan to get through the months ahead, he aims to end his depression one way or the other.As spiritual forces wrangle for his soul, he pedals eastward across America. He meets Lauren Baumgartner...

Do changes in:commodity pricesinterest ratesforeign currency exchange ratesor weatherjeopardize your bottom line?Finally, it's here: a practical, straightforward book on how to manage those uncertainties. It contains clear illustrations of how futures, options, and swaps work to curb risk. Written for a businessperson by a businessperson, this handbook explains:The mechanics of hedgingHow hedging pro...

Two wounded hearts. Long, winding roads. And second chances neither saw coming.Lauren Baumgartner pedals toward Yellowstone National Park, anticipating a grand celebration when she reaches the Atlantic Ocean. But when her wedding plans collapse, old wounds resurface—and a haunting secret still holds her heart hostage.Traveling alone with bear spray and a one-woman tent, she shares the highway with motorcyclists bound for a massive rally, including gang memb...

Waiting upon the Lord takes on new meaning when you've been searching for companionship for over thirty years. Such was the case for Tim and Debbie Bishop. At age 52, the couple finally found in each other that special someone they'd been searching for years to marry. They moved from marriage proposal and wedding, to Tim's "retirement" and relocation, to embarking on their cycling adventure in only ten weeks.Early reviewer Scott Emack knows this isn't just another travelogue: "Fram...

Discover the secrets of a successful bicycle tour.This book is all about learning how to bicycle tour from the ground up—and quickly—because that's just what authors Tim and Debbie Bishop did when they ventured across America after marrying. "How-To" contains tips on:equipmentsecuritypre- and post-trip logisticsthe daily routinetechnologyand much moreIncludes a sample packing list and tr...

Winner of four first-place book awards!Looking for more out of life?"Those looking for a road map for life can get directions from the Bishops." –Publishers WeeklyAt last. A devotional with adventure. And more than just a little. While bicycling over 10,000 miles throughout America, midlife newlyweds and hope coaches Tim and Debbie Bishop glean 52 life lessons from the open road.You'll find practical insights, inspiration, and encouragement...

Smart, aggressive baserunning will change a game, a series, and even a season. It sets the philosophy and mind-set of the coaches, trainers, and players. It becomes instinctual and contagious. It translates to pressure and, most important, wins.Baserunning is the most complete and authoritative guide on this critical yet often-overlooked offensive skill. You’ll go inside today’s game to learn the techniques and strategies for ruling the basepaths. Discover the secrets to l...

From the coauthors of the award-winning Wheels of Wisdom.After pedaling thousands of miles throughout America, midlife newlyweds and cross-country adventurers Tim and Debbie Bishop offer eight powerful life lessons from the seat of a bicycle.Do you need some inspiration or a nudge in your life? Whether you are bored, navigating unfamiliar terrain, struggling to get started, or just plain stuck, the epiphanies inside this book will bring focus to yo...

Do changes in:commodity pricesinterest ratesforeign currency exchange ratesor weatherjeopardize your bottom line?Finally, it’s here: a practical, straightforward book on how to manage those uncertainties. It contains clear illustrations of how futures, options, and swaps work to curb risk. Written for a businessperson by a businessperson, this handbook explains:The mechanics of hedgingHow hedging pro...

There’s always an escape. Sometimes you need to search long and hard for the right one.After losing all he once cherished, Doug Zimmer follows his wife's parting bread crumbs and rides up the Pacific coast—on a bicycle. Armed with a revolver and only a vague plan to get through the months ahead, he aims to end his depression one way or the other.As spiritual forces wrangle for his soul, he pedals eastward across America. He meets Lauren Baumgartner...

The classic guide for beginning and intermediate cyclists is back—and it’s better than ever. With the latest on bikes, gear, and training techniques and new sections on short tours, and touring abroad, this new edition of The Essential Touring Cyclist promises to appeal to a whole new population of aspiring cyclists. Whether you’re heading out for five hours or five months, this vividly designed, heavily illustrated, and resource-rich guide delivers everything you need.

“No matter what or how you ride, read this book and remind yourself just how enjoyable cycling can and should be.”—Eben Weiss, author of The Enlightened CyclistJust Ride is a revelation. Forget the ultralight, uncomfortable bikes, flashy jerseys, clunky shoes that clip onto tiny pedals, the grinding out of endless miles. Instead, ride like you did when you were a kid—just get on your bike and discover the pure joy of riding it.A re...