I have already posted, but I had to again. I thought of another book or two.

I, too, have read French Revolutions and thought it was funny. I really like Bill Bryson too-he doesn't do cycling, but is a fun read.

Cold Beer and Crocodiles by Roff Martin Smith is an account of riding AROUND Australia. I really liked it too. http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0792279522