Free Ride

Written by Noraly Schoenmaker, this travel memoir captures a transcontinental motorcycle journey born from personal upheaval and shaped by long-distance exploration. The narrative follows her decision to leave a conventional life behind and ride across Asia, the Middle East, Central Asia, and Europe, covering more than 20,000 miles through remote terrain and unfamiliar cultures. The book blends route-driven storytelling with mechanical setbacks, border crossings, and the practical realities of solo overland travel. 

Beyond the route itself, the story emphasizes resilience, independence, and the transformative nature of long-distance riding. Encounters with local communities, difficult conditions, and extended solitude form the backbone of a memoir grounded in real-world adventure rather than romanticized travel. The result is a first-hand account that reflects both the physical demands and the introspective rhythm of life on two wheels.