The Cyclist's Bucket List: A Celebration of 75 Quintessential Cycling Experiences

An inspiring and definitive guide to the top rides that every adventurous cyclist should experience in their lifetimes
 
The smell of lavender at a roadside picnic, waiting for the Tour de France to race past. The payoff of a Pacific Ocean view from the 10,000-foot summit of Hawaii’s Haleakala volcanic crater after five hours of uphill riding. A fresh Fat Tire Ale hitting your lips at the New Belgium brewery in Fort Collins, Colorado. These, and a wide-ranging variety of other sensory and emotional experiences, all rooted to a specific location or event, comprise this beautifully illustrated compilation of travelogues that will spark ideas for new adventures.
 
In The Cyclist’s Bucket List, avid cyclist and journalist Ian Dille compiles and showcases the world’s most memorable cycling journeys. Through extensive research and interviews with expert sources, vivid storytelling, and stunning photography, he catalogs both iconic and little-known experiences that instill cyclists with a deep passion for the sport. Exploring locations ranging from Italy and Croatia to Nova Scotia and Texas, this indispensable guide will be a lifelong companion for anyone who loves exploring exciting destinations on two wheels.

Ian Dille has been a contributing writer for Bicycling since 2007 and has scoured the world seeking out cycling's most captivating stories. Coauthor of The Price of Gold with Olympic champion Marty Nothstein, he has also written for Texas Monthly, Outside, and Slate. He lives in Austin, TX.