The Longcut Across (in Dutch)

Alone on a motorcycle across America

The Longcut Across is a book about a boyhood dream. The dream of one day riding a motorcycle across America. What ferments for years as an exciting idea eventually grows into a journey of 12,500 km through dusty deserts, dark forests and snowy mountains, sometimes with literal obstacles on the road.

Huib Maaskant says goodbye to his family for a few months and boards a plane to the United States with his motorcycle. He crosses the USA alone from north to south, from ocean to ocean. In the relentless cadence of the asphalt he discovers forgotten places and the beauty of the void.

A real travel book

In 240 pages you experience the journey from Toronto to Vancouver via New York, the Appalachians, Elvis Presley, Texas, the Wild West, the Rocky Mountains and the Red Woods of the Pacific Coast. A part of the acclaimed Route 66 also passes under the front wheel.

The Longcut Across is written in the rhythm of the road. From the saddle, Huib describes the America that is passing by. He tells part of the story from countless encounters with people, from CEOs of large companies to weed-growing hippies. As much as possible literally in their own words. As if you were sitting at the table yourself.

On an adventure yourself

The Longcut Across is an achievable adventure. You don't have to be an extreme adventurer to make such a trip yourself. And that might bring you a little closer to realizing a boyhood dream.

The Longcut Across is also a practical book packed with travel information. You can read how to ship a motorcycle to America. And back again. The route can be followed from stage to stage. Along the way you will learn more about sights, customs and history. At the back of the book you will find useful addresses and facts about motorcycling in America.

The Longcut Across is an enjoyable book for every motorcycle enthusiast. And for everyone with a boyhood dream.

ISBN: 978-94-92597-23-6 | NUR: 508
240 pages full color, hardcover, 22.85 x 24.05 cm

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