Download or read book Buddha on a Bike written by Frank Wyatt and published by . This book was released on 2013-01-07 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buddha on a Bike (BOB) is a match of Buddha teachings and everyday stories of a individual riding his bike. These are everyone's stories in the venue of cycling. Within the pages of "BOB" one will find how everyday occurrences are actually spiritual messages. While the teachings of our great spiritual leaders may confuse some through the complexity of enlightenment, the cycling stories allow the reader to be grounded in the message.
Download or read book The Buddha and the Bee written by Cory Mortensen and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-10 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life-Changing Journey... but this is NOT a typical blah-blah-blah memoir Planning is for sissies. A solo bike ride across the country will be filled with sunshine, lollipops, rainbows, and 80 degree temps every day, right? Not so much. The Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, an alkaline desert, and the Sierra Nevadas lay miles and days ahead. Disappointment with unrealized potential, and the thirst for what's next drew farther away in the rotating wide-angle shockproof convex rear-view mirror. I will ride my bike down a never-ending ribbon of asphalt wearing a backpack. Cory Mortensen began his bike ride across the United States from Chaska, Minnesota, to Truckee, California, without a route, a timeline, or proper equipment. Along the way, he gained more than technical skills required for a ride that would test every fiber of his physical being and mental toughness. Ride along as he meets "unusual" characters, dangerous animals, and sweet little old ladies with a serious vendetta for strangers in their town. Humor ■ Insight ■ Adventure ■ Gratitude ■ Peace From long stretches of road ending in a vanishing point at the distant horizon, to stunning vistas, terrifying close calls, grueling conditions, failed equipment, and joyous milestones he stayed the course and gained an appreciation for the beauty of the land, the genius of engineering and marvel of nature.
Download or read book Biking with Buddha written by Stephen Lucas and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-08-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unleash your spirit and prepare to embark on a path of enlightenment with our Special Report: "Biking with Buddha: Spiritual Cycling Adventures." This uniquely inspiring guide doesn't just cover cycling; it's a journey of self-discovery, mindfulness, and serenity, seen through the lens of two wheels. Whether you're a seasoned cycling veteran or complete beginner, this report is your passport to transcendent adventures that enrich your spirit and fill your heart with joy. Envision the wind in your hair, sunlight caressing your skin, and freedom in each pedal push. This is cycling like you've never experienced it before. This is cycling with Buddha. What's Inside? The Intersection of Cycling and Spirituality Buddha's Path: Mapping Your Spiritual Bike Route Mindfulness in Motion: Meditating While Pedaling Spiritual Landscapes: Iconic Routes for Buddhist Cyclists Cycling through the Dharma: Lessons from the Road The Cycle of Life: Cycling as a Metaphor for Buddhist Teachings Zen and the Art of Bike Maintenance Cycling Rituals for Inner Balance Overcoming Challenges: Buddha's Teachings for Difficult Rides Reaching Nirvana on Two Wheels: Personal Stories from Spiritual Cyclists About the Author, Stephen Lucas A lifelong devotee to both cycling and Eastern spirituality, Stephen Lucas masterfully brings together these two realms in his life and writing. His unique approach to life and astounding ability to metaphorically translate the bike's path into life's ups and downs make him not just the writer of this report, but your guide on an exploration of self and the world that is as profound as it is captivating. Jumpstart your spiritual biking adventure today, because enlightenment might be just a bike ride away!
Download or read book Hitching Rides with Buddha written by Will Ferguson and published by Vintage Canada. This book was released on 2010-06-04 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published as Hokkaido Highway Blues, with limited distribution in Canada, Will Ferguson’s classic book about Japan, for all fans of the bestselling Beauty Tips from Moose Jaw. With the same fervour they have for outlandish game shows and tiny gadgets, the Japanese go nuts each spring when the cherry blossoms sweep from island to island towards the country’s northerly tip. Will Ferguson was celebrating the event in the standard fashion. And after way too much sake he announced he would be the first person in recorded history to follow the blossom’s progress end to end. To make it a challenge worth doing, he’d hitchhike all the way: relying on the kindness of some very weird and wonderful strangers. Mixing his penchant for biting observation with wicked humour, Ferguson starts at the southernmost tip of Cape Sata and heads north for distant Hokkaido. Whether he is doing the forbidden and not knowing it, or holding "conversations by non sequitur," it is a journey full of misadventures and revelations. The resulting travelogue is one of the funniest and most illuminating books ever written about Japan. To make matters worse, I decided to hitchhike. Striking a heroic stance, I declared my intention to my Japanese friends to become the first person ever to hitchhike the length of Japan, end-to-end, cape-to-cape, sea-to-sea. This did not impress them as much as I had hoped. “Why would you want to do that?” they asked, genuinely puzzled. “There is no reason to hitchhike. That’s why we built the Bullet Train.” Others worried about my safety. “But,” I would argue, “Japan is a very safe country, is it not?” “Oh, yes. Very safe. Safest in the world.” “So why shouldn’t I hitchhike?” “Because Japan is dangerous.” And so on. Now, I will admit that mooching rides across Japan is not a major achievement—I mean, it’s not like I paddled up the Amazon or discovered insulin or anything—but I am the first person ever to do this, so allow me my hubris. When I left my home in Minamata City aboard a southbound train, I felt suitably bold with my backpack and muscular thumb. “I’m going to hitchhike the length of Japan,” I told the man beside me. He smiled and nodded. “I’m going to follow the cherry blossoms.” He nodded. “All the way to Russia,” I said. He smiled again, and soon after changed seats. —from Hitching Rides with Buddha
Download or read book The Bicycle Effect written by Juan Carlos Kreimer and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-08-09 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The bicycle is not just a vehicle used to transport ourselves, to exercise one's body or to obtain joy. It's a device which allows us to attain a much wealthier mental state than one would think possible. Once we ride it, it's possible to experience a feeling close to that achieved by meditation. The movements of the legs, the energy which arises through the body, the cadence of our breathing and the floating attention on what's happening around us and in our mind all create a similar state to the one we achieve when we sit crossed-legged, with our eyes closed, allowing our thoughts to drift simply and naturally. Zen calls it mindfulness.
Download or read book The Mindful Cyclist written by Harriet Norman and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-08-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience a journey like no other with "The Mindful Cyclist: Buddha's Lessons on Two Wheels". This special report, expertly penned by Harriet Norman, explores the captivating intersection of cycling, mindfulness, and Buddhist philosophy. Embark on a trip where every pedal stroke immerses you deeper into your soul, every road traveled becomes a path for rich self-discovery, and your bicycle transforms into a vessel for enlightenment. Effortlessly balancing the invigorating rush of cycling with the peaceful teachings of Buddha, this report is not just about mastering the art of cycling, but also about attaining a more profound understanding of yourself and the world. Inside, you will find: An engaging exploration of Buddhism's key lenses applied to the act of cycling. Practical mindfulness exercises tailored to enhance your cycling experience and daily life. Stories from Harriet's own travels, pedaling through continents, and her personal introspections along the way. This Special Report is not a technical manual but a gentle, cheerful guide that harmoniously blends spiritual wisdom with the joy of cycling. So strap on your helmet and get ready for an extraordinary adventure of sweat and spirituality! Make your ride, not just a journey, but an enlightening experience! Grab your copy today!
Download or read book Epic Bike Rides of the World written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2016-08-01 with total page 606 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Discover 200 of the best places to ride a bike in this beautifully illustrated hardback. From family-friendly, sightseeing urban rides to epic adventures off the beaten track. Destinations range from France and Italy, for the world's great bike races, to the wilds of Mongolia and Patagonia. These journeys will inspire - whether you are an experienced cyclist or just getting started. The book is organised by continent. In the Americas we join a family bikepacking trip in Ecuador; we pedal the Natchez Trace Parkway and stop at legendary music spots; we ride the Pacific Coast Highway in Oregon and California; go mountain biking in Moab and Canada; and explore the cities of Buenos Aires and New York by bicycle. European rides include easy-going trips around Lake Constance, along the Danube and the Loire, and coast-to-coast routes; routes in Tuscany, Spain and Corsica; and professional journeys up Mt Ventoux and around the Tour of Flanders. In Asia, we venture through Vietnam's valleys; complete the Mae Hong Son circuit in northern Thailand; cross the Indian Himalayas; and pedal through Bhutan. And in Australia and New Zealand we take in Tasmania and Queensland by mountain bike; cycle into Victoria's high country and around Adelaide on road bikes; and try some of New Zealand's celebrated cycle trails. Each ride is illustrated with stunning photography and a map. A toolkit of practical details - where to start and finish, how to get there, where to stay and more - helps riders plan their own trips. There are also suggestions for three more similar rides around the world for each story. Each piece shows how cycling is a fantastic way to get to know a place, a people and their culture. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, gift and lifestyle books and stationery, as well as an award-winning website, magazines, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in. TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
Download or read book Mountain Biking Colorado s Front Range written by Stephen Hlawaty and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2024-01-09 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mountain Biking Colorado's Front Range includes over 45 of the greatest off-road mountain bike rides along Colorado's Front Range. A mountain biking atlas to the Front Range region, this one-of-a-kind guidebook details each trail in relation to local history, geology, archeology, legend, and lore. Mountain Biking Colorado's Front Range includes rides near the major Front Range communities of Fort Collins, Boulder, Denver, and Colorado Springs. In addition to the rides, this book also includes additional chapters on mountain bike related topics such as the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), Any and All Bikes one-stop mobile bike shop, and Denver's famed HandleBar & Grill. Readers will find highly detailed and accurate maps, route directions, brilliant photography, vivid descriptions, and much more.
Download or read book Bicycling written by and published by . This book was released on 2006-12 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bicycling magazine features bikes, bike gear, equipment reviews, training plans, bike maintenance how tos, and more, for cyclists of all levels.
Download or read book Best Bike Rides Denver and Boulder written by Robert Hurst and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2013-07-02 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written for cyclists of all stripes, Best Bike Rides books offer a diverse array of scenic tours in and around some of America’s largest urban destinations. Road rides, rail trails, bike paths, and single-track mountain bike rides all get included. Most rides are in the 5 to 30 mile range, allowing for great afternoon outings and family adventures. Each book features 35-40 rides with color photos, maps, point-by-point miles and directions, and GPS coordinates of starting and finishing points.
Download or read book Beijing and Shanghai written by Emmanuelle Morgen and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2005 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents information on accommodations, restaurants, cultural sites, shopping, and nightlife in Beijing and Shanghai.
Download or read book Old Man on a Bicycle written by Don Petterson and published by . This book was released on 2014-06-10 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Don Petterson, a former American ambassador, told family and friends he intended to ride a bicycle from New Hampshire to San Francisco, most of them questioned his judgment, if not his sanity. He was in his seventies, hadn't been on a bike for years, and had never ridden more than a few miles at a time. But, in May 2002, putting doubters-and self-doubt-behind him, Petterson headed west. Laboring against strong headwinds, struggling up steep hills, or coping with extreme weather, he sometimes wondered what in the world he was doing. But he kept going-the lure of riding his bike across the Golden Gate a compelling incentive. Ahead of him lay many challenges-among them, riding his loaded bike over the Rocky Mountains and Sierra Nevada, crossing the Great Plains in brutal summer heat, dealing with the aftermath of a collision with a car, and traversing Nevada's basin and range country and the Great Salt Lake's desert. His rewards included passing through spectacular mountain forests, experiencing the aching beauty of the lonely plains, and viewing the grandeur of the West's sculpted canyons and mesas. In Old Man on a Bicycle, the author relates how he prepared for the 3,600-mile journey and what he saw and did during the two months he was on the road. In addition he rebuts the misconception that aging means debilitating decline and, drawing on certain events of his ride, offers research-based advice on how to ease the physical aspects of aging. It's an inspirational account, emphasizing the importance of exercise to physical and mental well-being.
Download or read book Mind is the Ride written by Jet McDonald and published by Unbound Publishing. This book was released on 2019-05-16 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Jet McDonald cycled four thousand miles to India and back, he didn’t want to write a straightforward account. He wanted to go on an imaginative journey. The age of the travelogue is over: today we need to travel inwardly to see the world with fresh eyes. Mind is the Ride is that journey, a pedal-powered antidote to the petrol-driven philosophies of the past. The book takes the reader on a physical and intellectual adventure from West to East using the components of the bike as a metaphor for philosophy, which is woven into the cyclist's experience. Each chapter is based around a single component, and as Jet travels he adds new parts and new philosophies until the bike is 'built'; the ride to India is completed; and the relationship between mind, body and bicycle made apparent.
Download or read book Chainbreaker Bike Book written by Ethan Clark and published by Microcosm Publishing. This book was released on 2014-11-28 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hand-illustrated and accessible introduction to the world of bike repair! Through working at both Plan B Bike Project and French Quarter Bicycles in New Orleans, our co-authors have gathered a wealth of experience to share with would-be mechanics. The first half of this book is a complete repair manual to get you started on choosing, fixing, and riding your bike. The second half reprints all four issues of Chainbreaker zine, whose originals were destroyed in Hurricane Katrina.
Download or read book The Enlightened Cyclist written by BikeSnobNYC and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2012-03-21 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Addresses the trials of commuting by bicycle in a city, which include contending with careless drivers, pedestrians, and aggressive fellow cyclists.
Download or read book Orange Coast Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1992-11 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Orange Coast Magazine is the oldest continuously published lifestyle magazine in the region, bringing together Orange County¹s most affluent coastal communities through smart, fun, and timely editorial content, as well as compelling photographs and design. Each issue features an award-winning blend of celebrity and newsmaker profiles, service journalism, and authoritative articles on dining, fashion, home design, and travel. As Orange County¹s only paid subscription lifestyle magazine with circulation figures guaranteed by the Audit Bureau of Circulation, Orange Coast is the definitive guidebook into the county¹s luxe lifestyle.
Download or read book God s Dog Memories Confessions Dreams Revelations of a Modern Mystic written by William Schindler and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2016-02-13 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the extraordinary true tale of a middle-class, gay American's path to encounters with the Great Mystery that is God/dess/Self. The way to the Great Unknown was intricately intertwined with his humanity with all its foibles, and with human relationships. Therefore this story has to include those relationships, revealing ultimately how a one's personal identity and relationships become vehicles for enlightenment. This inspiring account of struggle, travel to exotic lands, suffering, and transcendence holds out hope for anyone who has ever felt outcaste, broken, or unworthy, demonstrating for our modern times that enlightenment lies within reach of us all.
