Bruce Golden has been The Man of Lomontville
He lives on an old farm in the foothills of the Catskills with his wife Linda, where they raised their children Luke and Haley. Bruce taught science, health education and developed the In-school suspension program (problem solving center) for the Rondout Valley Schools. He was a columnist for the Bluestone Press as the Humanist, writing about the significance of all our lives. His bicycle journey has been told through his presentation “The America Crossing” to groups and dreamers of all ages.
The story of a boy from Brooklyn who was abandoned by the Dodgers, and his Schwinn Corvette Bicycle. Together they followed the path of his heroes from the TV show Route 66. A ridiculous, immature adolescent fantasy that burnt into his being and morphed into something so big and powerful that it took over and became the most important thing. The only thing. Bicycle Dreams became real reaching way beyond Route 66.
This book is about the importance of dreams.
214 pages
Elayne Seiden
Nice to see people reach out to Golden along his amazing journey. It renewed my faith in the human spirit!
Robert Mumper
This was a great read. One of the most enjoyable books I read all year.The narrator’s attention to detail made you feel like you were there, experiencing the adventure yourself. This is the high level of writing and I recommend it to anyone who loves the outdoors and bicycling.
Robert Mumper
Denise Heebink
A beautifully written book with heart on every page.
Jo Zaehringer
I was with you all the way across America! Your writing style is so down to earth. I felt like you were in my living room telling me about your trip. BRAVO!!
Jo Zaehringer
Richard Heavenrich
Amazing adventures, especially those dripping in sweat and perseverance, are always good chicken soup for the soul.This book is not only an outstanding journal, but also a MLK-esque
pursuit of the dream that can free people from the 3 P’s-presumptions,predilections and even prejudices that can limit our interactions and understandings of people we meet on life’s roads as well as limit ourselves for fear of trying.
Amy Malone
This book renews my faith in humanity.Golden does an amazing job depicting the landscape of America and the heart and soul of our society.What an incredible journey to have taken and shared with all of us.
Amy Malone
Mark Kissinger
I found this well written story to be inspiring and encouraging. It showed the basic good that is in the hearts of most folks, regardless of their life circumstances.Golden’s courage in living out his dream was clearly demonstrated during his incredibly arduous trip. That all being said, his wife, Linda, was the real hero of the story!
Ben G.
Golden explores the sacrifices involved in pursuing a dream. Bob Dylan asks, “How many roads must a man walk down before you call him a man?” This book powerfully illustrates what it means to chase something extraordinary, inspiring anyone eager to push their limits and live with purpose.
Holly Olson
This book is hard to put down.Bruce Golden’s bicycling more than 3,000 miles on a 10-speed in 1983 before cell phones and GPS, is beyond incredible, but that is only half the story.His encounters with so many complete strangers along the way, who support and encourage him, bolsters faith in people wanting to help others succeed. This is a storytelling gem you will enjoy reading.
Carl Haynes
I recently read and thoroughly enjoyed Bruce Golden’s book, “Bicycle Dreams.” His day by day narrative created a fascinating, page turning experience. I was particularly impressed with how he met and engaged with a broad range of interesting people along his route from N.Y. to L.A. A great read.