Flying Scotsman : Cycling to Triumph Through My Darkest Hours
by Graeme Obree
Book Summary Information
Author: Graeme ObreeForeword: Francesco Moser
Foreword: John Wilcockson
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2005-09-28
ISBN: 1931382727
Number of pages: 244
Publisher: VeloPress
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- ISBN13: 9781931382724
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Book Reviews of Flying Scotsman : Cycling to Triumph Through My Darkest Hours
Book Review: A fascinating read
Summary: 5 Stars
What a story.
A remarkable tale of a lad from Scotland who took on the world and beat it. Though not without a cost.
Graeme grew up in hard times and found that he had a natural talent for cycling. He was a time trialist who was unconventional and after reaching the top of the UK pile decided to take on the ultimate challenge for any cyclist - the Hour. One man on a bike for 60 minutes and go as far as you can. He did this on a home made bicycle and shook the cycling world to pieces. So much did the authorities dislike his tucked up style they banned it. So Obree adapted and took on his 'Superman' style. Again this was banned. They said his bike saddle was too far forward so he cut off the front of it. Whatever they threw at him he overcame. But he couldn't overcome the depression that haunted him and this had a profound affect on his life.
This book is well written, though can be a bit uncomfortable to read as you follow the ups and downs of this remarkable mans life. This is a great story that will appeal to cycle fans worldwide but also to those who have no idea about cycle racing. There is a film that is due to be released about Graemes story very soon and i hope that it is half as good as this real life story.
A Flying Scotsman indeed!
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