Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
When Ralph and Pat Wanner retired at 50, they didn’t choose the expected RV lifestyle. Instead, they embarked on an extraordinary 10,000-mile bicycle journey from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to Panama-a feat that would test their marriage, their limits, and their will to survive.From Arctic tundra to tropical jungles, this couple faced:Polar bears stalking their campsite in Alaska’s midnight sunTreacherous navigation through Mexico’s Copper Canyon with drug runners nearbyMechanical failures in remote wilderness areasExtreme weather from blizzards to tropical stormsDangerous border crossings and challenging cultural barriersThis honest, often humorous account chronicles their journey through eight countries over nearly a year. Pat, who had never biked more than 20 miles before, transforms from reluctant participant to determined adventurer. Ralph discovers that decades of planning can’t prepare you for every challenge the road presents.Perfect for readers seeking authentic adventure stories, cycling enthusiasts, and anyone contemplating their own great escape. This memoir proves that the most meaningful adventures-and the greatest tests of partnership-happen when you’re brave enough to pedal into the unknown.
