Bicycling Route 66 An EPIC Adventure

What happens when you turn 66 and decide to ride all 2,500 miles of Route 66 on a bicycle?In Bicycling Route 66: An Epic Adventure, John Rosbrugh takes readers on a remarkable, day-by-day journey across America s most legendary highway, from Santa Monica to Chicago. Written as a personal journal during the ride, this travel memoir captures the raw, unfiltered experience of long-distance cycling through deserts, mountains, small towns, and forgotten stretches of roadside history. Each day unfolds with its own challenges and discoveries. From navigating urban traffic and battling desert heat to climbing high-altitude passes and riding through unexpected snow, the journey is as demanding as it is rewarding. Along the way, Rosbrugh encounters the quirky charm of Route 66: vintage motels, roadside diners, ghost towns, murals, museums, and offbeat attractions that tell the story of America s past. These moments of nostalgia are paired with reflections on endurance, aging, and the simple joy of moving through the world at a human pace. More than just a cycling adventure, this book is an invitation to rediscover curiosity and embrace new challenges at any stage of life. Whether you re a cyclist, a traveler, or someone contemplating your next chapter, this story offers inspiration to step off the beaten path and create your own adventure. With vivid detail, humor, and honesty, Bicycling Route 66 allows readers to experience the journey mile by mile, one day at a time. It is a celebration of perseverance, exploration, and the enduring spirit of the open road.