Bill Humphreys has released his newest book, What If?, a collection of true stories that reflect a lifetime of risk-taking, resilience, and reinvention. The memoir charts the author’s path from an over-the-road truck driver to a celebrated cyclist, coach, race promoter, and adventurer, offering readers an unvarnished look at a life lived on the edge.
The book’s narrative begins with Humphreys hitchhiking across the United States and shipping out as a merchant seaman to Peru before finishing his first year of college. After selling his car and buying a bicycle in San Diego, his life took a turn that led him to race internationally, coach the U.S. national team, produce world-class events, and later compete at age 80 in the World Gravel Championships in Belgium. Told with candor and humor, the stories provide a front-row seat to his unconventional journey through decades of daring choices and extraordinary experiences.
Humphreys, 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 whose contributions to cycling as a racer, coach, and promoter are internationally recognized. His storytelling reflects not only the highs and lows of his own journey but also timeless lessons about resilience, passion, and self-belief.
The inspiration for the memoir came from a 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,” Humphreys 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.”
With stories that resonate with cyclists, adventurers, and anyone who has ever wondered “What if?”, the book is both entertaining and deeply reflective. Younger readers may learn from Humphreys’ mistakes or be inspired to take risks of their own, while seasoned readers will recognize the strength of character it takes to endure missteps and bounce back stronger.
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.
