We Will Never Be Here Again: Adventures in cycling from the wilderness to the Tour de France

by Svein Tuft, Richard Abraham

Svein Tour de France stage winner, wearer of the pink jersey at the Giro d’Italia, world championships medallist, Olympian, and one of Canada’s most decorated pro cyclists.

But that’s only half the story.

Before turning pro at 31, Svein lived an epic adventure in the great wildernesses of the Pacific Northwest. It was a life of death-defying mountain expeditions, boxcar-riding escapades and close encounters with wild animals. For much of it, he was accompanied by his beloved dog, Bear.

This is Svein's autobiography. One of sport’s great untold stories, it is about a singular athlete who was forged by a remarkable journey that has given him a unique perspective on life and professional sport.

An inspirational adventure story and a candid sports memoir, We Will Be Here Again is the story of one man’s quest to find identity and purpose, and about how he got to the top without forgetting to admire the view along the way.

Genres: Nonfiction

Kindle Edition

Published March 15, 2025

Reviews

[Eoin Lynch · Rating 5 out of 5]

I knew this would be a great book. But it was even better than I expected! I know Svein and can attest that how he comes across in the book is how he is in life. Truly an excellent book.

[Colin K · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great biography. Genuine and a little rough around the edges. A normal dude with an awesome story and route in life. Makes me want to go out and adventure and live an honest, fulfilling life too

[Ian Trevorrow · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the best biographies I’ve read. A normal guy with a great story to tell.

[Zeryck Russon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book makes me wanna put my head down and run through a brick wall. Holy shit I loved it so much. I won’t try to describe Svein as a person because that would probably only irritate him. However, I can say that this book motivated me and gave me a little bit of my spark back. Bikepacking, train hopping, and racing in the Tour de France. What a life.

[Will Whitmore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fascinating read from one of the most fascinating members of the peloton. A great book with a different focus than other cycling books.

[Connor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great biography from a fascinating guy. Made me want to get out in the mountains!

[Greg Tooth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Terrific story of a life well lived! Inspirational and courageous approach to life.

[Lucian Stănescu · Rating 5 out of 5]

Svein is such a great human, an example to many, and Richard writes very well so I can only recommend this book!

[Fiona Mangan]

I read this before the Tour. Svein really makes a point on staying grounded and connecting with nature something I relate to, between races and training etc regularing nervous system is so important

[Kirsten · Rating 5 out of 5]

Full of great cycling stories but also important messages about how to live life on your own terms.

[Sean · Rating 5 out of 5]

tremendous read, highly recommend