Thanks to Katy at A Few More Pages for hosting this meme. To participate, share the first line or two of the book you are currently reading and, if you feel so moved, let us know what your first impressions were based on that first line.
On Bicycles is sort of a book of advice, not necessarily to be read cover to cover. But I’m finding myself doing just that, which should be taken as a compliment, especially as, in all humility, I don’t need this kind of advice, being rather an experienced cyclist.
Amy Walker edits, and writes a number of chapters, but by no means the majority of the book. Her chapter one, entitled “Bicycling is Contagious,” begins:
Warning! Cycling can be addictive. Before you grab onto those handlebars, before you throw a leg over the saddle and start pumping away at those pedals, be aware: once you start, you may never want to stop.
Well, she’s off to a good start for me! I couldn’t agree more.
This quotation comes from an uncorrected advance proof and is subject to change.
What are YOU reading?
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pagesofjulia 
Ah, I like this beginning. It takes me back to the days when bicycling felt like freedom and being connected to the wind.
Thanks for sharing.
Here’s MY FRIDAY MEMES POST
Those days are available to you again!! Yay bicycles!
I remember when a bicycle could take me anywhere in our small town (and no fear of too much traffic). Now I live in a “bicycle-friendly” town…but as busy as the streets are, it just doesn’t seem as safe as when I used to bike.
Here’s my memes: http://myreadersblock.blogspot.com/2011/08/friday-memes.html
It’s an uphill journey for a lot of us – like here in Houston, whew!
I love the cover of this one! My mum is really into cycling – I might have to order this as an early Xmas pressie for her!!
http://thebookgatherer.blogspot.com/2011/08/book-beginningson-friday.html
Super! Good for her! 🙂
I like the beginning. Since you’re a cyclist, it really does say good things about the book. You’re taking time out to read what you already know and have experienced. Glad you’re enjoying it.