For Immediate Release:

Ever consider riding a bicycle across America?

In the summer of 1992, Michael Foley and his friends did. Now you can enjoy their 55-day, 3,345-mile adventure across America by reading Bicycling Beyond City Limits. This story of enduring friendshp and discovery will appeal to readers seeking an inspirational and heartwarming book, to armchair adventurers and riders of all ages.

The journey begins in Chico, CA and ends in Santee, SC. Along the way you will visit with colorful people such as the Dulcimer Lady, Otter, Harvey the Sixth Wheel and many more. You'll travel dusty and dry miles on Nevada's Loneliest Road, climb over the Rocky Mountains into Moab, Telluride and Durango.

Continuing east through the Oklahoma panhandle, the farmlands of Arkansas and the steamy, humid roads of Tennessee and Georgia, the riders confront interpersonal challenges and physical exertion. More than 30 photos accompany the enjoyable and fast-paced writing of this first-time author.

Adventure Cycling Association, a 45,000 member organization of bicycling touring enthusiasts, has this to say about the book:

"Bicycling Beyond City Limits explores the adventures of a group of young men as they experience life on the back roads of America during their 55-day cross-country journey. This fast ride across the country allowed them to strengthen personal bonds while discovering their own inner strength. As Adventure Cycling celebrates its 30th anniversary of inspiring people to travel by bicycle for fitness, fun and self-discovery, we are pleased to celebrate the spirit which propelled these young men in their cross-country ride."

As Michael Foley writes, "If you do decide to go and experience it for yourself, then my advice is to let the local people say the first words, because they will, and take it from there. Keep your eyes, ears and mind open and America will find you."