One Last Great Thing is not a book about Trek, it is not a book about the cycling industry. It's a book that makes you want to call your dad and give your son a hug. John Burke, President of Trek Bikes, recounts the final days of his father, Trek's founder, Dick Burke and through that lens takes us through his life and the relationship he shared with, 'the big guy', his father. Plain style and spare language help us understand the man behind Trek, the lessons he passed on to his son, and in the process show us a man that did many things far greater than building a cycling mega brand.

Opening with his father’s 70th birthday celebration John recounts his father’s desire to do “One last great thing” before he died. Through surgeries and ICU, through frustration and perseverance, Dick Burke fought for 88 days. He passed away in March of 2008 leaving that “one last great thing” seemingly unfinished. Through his final 88 days, Dick Burke gave his family time to reflect on their time together, his legacy within his family, the Wisconsin community and the world at large. Through this book, One Last Great Thing, John Burke has fulfilled his father’s promise.

John Burke closes his touching remembrance with ten lessons he learned from his father. None are earth shattering, but all have much more weight and relevance thanks to the pages that precede them. One Last Great Thing should be required reading for everyone with a 'Y' chromosome.

One Last Great Thing makes the perfect gift to top off the list. Available now in both print and e-book, a Kindle download is only $8.00.

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