Live to Ride: Finding Joy and Meaning on a Bicycle (Hardback)

Live to Ride is a visual love letter to cycling from renowned journalist Peter Flax — a celebration of the bikes we ride, the places they take us and the shared spirit that connects every kind of cyclist.

Flax captures what makes the bicycle one of humanity’s greatest inventions: it gets you where you need to go, but it also transports you into a different headspace — one where you can chase adventure, find calm, push your limits or simply enjoy the moment. Whether you ride to test yourself, express yourself, escape, explore or just feel alive, this book taps into the reasons we all keep turning the pedals.

Beautifully designed and packed with photography, illustration, interviews and rider profiles, Live to Ride brings together voices from across the cycling world — mountain bikers, commuters, tourers, triathletes, messengers, bikepackers, vintage collectors, wheelie kids and everyone in between. Organised around themes like Adventure, Speed, Nature, Utility, Competition and Self‑Expression, each chapter digs into the culture, stories and emotions that make cycling so addictive.

With destination rides, insider tips, “perfect bike” picks and essential gear notes, this is a book riders will return to again and again. Modern, inclusive and full of heart, it’s the perfect gift for anyone who loves life on two wheels.