In 2014, breast surgeons Philip Iau and Mikael Hartman from the breast cancer team at Singapore's National University Hospital set off on an epic journey by motorcycle from Singapore to Stockholm over 100 days. It was a ride with a cause to meet breast cancer patients across different Asian countries and understand how cultural factors shape attitudes to the disease. Spanning 17 countries and the entire sweep of the Silk Road, this was more than the run-of-the-mill adventure holiday. Then things start to go seriously wrong, and the Long Ride becomes more about overcoming the odds than ever intended. Compellingly narrated and movingly portrayed, this is an unforgettable story of fear, courage, growth, acceptance and wisdom. Book jacket.