Covering interesting and varied philosophical terrain, Cycling - Philosophy for Everyone explores in a fun but critical way the rich philosophical, cultural, and existential experiences that arise when two wheels are propelled by human energy.

The bicycle has been described as the most perfect of human inventions and its ability to inspire cannot be underrated – after all, Einstein claimed that the theory of relativity came to him whilst cycling. And so bicycling and philosophy create the perfect tandem; both teach us to confront realities about the world and ourselves, and to pursue lofty ideals. Investigating the connections between the intellectual and physical sides of cycling, this book rides over important philosophical terrain, including:

• The ethics of cycling competitiveness and success
• The epiphanies and self-revelations discovered when cycling
• The transformative potential of cycling for personal growth
• The role and experience of women cyclists

Cycling – Philosophy for Everyone explores in a fun but critical way the rich philosophical, cultural, and existential experiences that arise when two wheels are propelled by human energy.

Covering interesting and varied philosophical terrain, Cycling - Philosophy for Everyone explores in a fun but critical way the rich philosophical, cultural, and existential experiences that arise when two wheels are propelled by human energy.

• Incorporates or reflects the views of high-profile and notable past-professional cyclists and insiders such as Lennard Zinn, Scott Tinley, and Lance Armstrong
• Features contributions from the areas of cultural studies, kinesiology, literature, and political science as well as from philosophers
• Includes enlightening essays on the varieties of the cycling experience, ranging from the ethical issues of success, women and cycling, environmental issues of commuting and the transformative potential of cycling for personal growth
• Shows how bicycling and philosophy create the perfect tandem
• Includes a foreword by Lennard Zinn, author and owner of Zinn Cycles Inc.