Leanings 3: More Moto-philosophy and Tales from the Road

by Peter Egan

Peter Egan’s writing invites you to pull up a chair, pour a little scotch, and relax while he shares with you his tales from the road, motorcycling philosophy, and keen observations about the two-wheeled life. His columns and feature articles are among Cycle World’ s most anticipated words each month. Egan’s legion of fans know they will always leave his articles with a fresh perspective. Leanings 3 offers a fresh collection of Egan’s motorcycle musings delivered in his signature wise but amusing style.

Genres: Motorcycling, Motorcycle

320 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2014

Reviews

[Kris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Leanings 3 follows chronologically after Leanings 1 & 2 (which I gave 5 stars also) so whether Egan just got better or my appreciation just kept growing, but I think this was my favorite so far. I would be thrilled if a Leanings 4 came out, but as 3 ended with the authors semi-retirement there may not be enough material. Happily his more recent work can be found on the CW website.

[Bill Staley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Spoiler alert: reading Peter Egan’s “Leanings” columns will make you want to ride motorcycles, and to buy one even if you already have several. He rides all over North America and restores vintage motorcycles during the long Wisconsin winters. I have saved many of his passages. (He also wrote “Side Glances” columns about cars. These are just as fun to read, but somehow less likely to affect your bank account.). This review is for Leanings 3, which is also on Kindle along with The Best of Peter Egan, which is all motorcycle columns. Both are great, as are Leanings and Leanings 2 and the compilations of his Side Glances columns. I could happily read all of these books every year. I seldom travel without at least one of them. Guaranteed to cheer you up. I am lucky that my wife allows me to read a column to her once in a while, too.

[Rayb24 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great before bed reading, as this is a collection of the authors editorials. Like a walk down bikes of the past, and a confirmation of why motorcyclists loved bikes.

[Bern J · Rating 5 out of 5]

Peter Egan is the best motojournalist period.

[Christopher Hachet · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have always loved reading Peter Egan.

[Tadhg · Rating 5 out of 5]

Zen and the gentle art of a motorcycling life. Wonderful writing that captures the essence of motorcycling.

[Ryan Johnson]

Amazing collection of books, many of these stories I read when published in Cycle World magazine. Peter is a part time contributor now, articles to my dismay are fewer....Great read, all 3 books.