i'm a long time Route 66 enthusiast and read as much as I can about "The Mainstreet of America". I've had the privilege of driving sections of the old highway in Arizona but have never had the opportunity to drive the whole route. "Route 66 Still Kicks" is a fun and informative read about the highway. Rick Antonson mixes in historical and interesting information about sections of the highway along with the beginning and sad decommissioning while describing his trip along Route 66 with his friend Peter. The fact that they tried to travel as many different alignments, including unpaved and forgotten sections, made it even more interesting. I would recommend "Route 66 Still Kicks" to anyone who is interested in Route 66, road trips or Americana.

... I've travelled Route 66, or as Woodie Guthrie called it, 'The Freedom Highway'. I can feel the mud in my fingers, taste the beer, hear the songs, smell the rooms and, most importantly, feel a part of the rich history of Route 66 by meeting those who still live on it, or near it. Antonson's book is a reminder again of how to travel; with all senses ready to experience anything around the next corner. Just keep eyes, heart and arms wide open to those experiences, for there's much to be learned about the past, and ourselves, by taking journeys like this. Thanks for the trip Mr. Antonson. I look forward to your Timbuktu book.