Bill Humphreys has released his new book, What If?, a collection of true stories chronicling his transition from an over-the-road truck driver to a legendary cyclist, coach, race promoter, and adventurer. The memoir highlights a lifetime of risk-taking, resilience, and reinvention, told with candor and humor.
Humphreys' journey includes hitchhiking across the United States, shipping out as a merchant seaman to Peru before finishing his first year of college, and stumbling into the world of cycling after selling his car and buying a bike in San Diego. This turn led him to race internationally, coach the U.S. national team, produce world-class events, and compete at age 80 in the World Gravel Championships in Belgium.
The inspiration for What If? came from Humphreys' desire to show readers what life can look like when lived boldly. 'I wanted those who planned safe, organized, responsible lives to glimpse what they might have missed,' he says. 'For risk-takers, it's proof that you can survive the chaos and keep moving forward. For those who played it safe, it's a chance to see what could have been—for better or worse.'
The book resonates with cyclists, adventurers, and anyone who has wondered 'What if?' Younger readers may learn from Humphreys' mistakes or be inspired to take risks, while seasoned readers will recognize the strength of character required to endure missteps and bounce back stronger.
Humphreys, also known as 'The Bike Guy' (see https://www.therealbikeguy.com), is a published author, consultant for sports marketing teams and events, and a lifelong athlete. His contributions to cycling as a racer, coach, and promoter are internationally recognized. What If? is now available on Amazon and other platforms. Published by Authors Arsenal, the book invites readers to ride alongside Humphreys through a life defined by daring, humor, and unrelenting perseverance.
