<b>Jim Couper</b> is the founder of <i>Pedal</i>, Canada's national cycling magazine. He writes for a variety of publications, including <i>Cottage</i>, <i>Pacific Yachting</i>, <i>Trailer Life</i>, <i>RV Gazette</i>, and several newspapers. He enjoys cycling, tennis, skiing, Scrabble, linguistics, and exploring back roads. Jim has edited weekly newspapers in southern Ontario and has owned health-food, video and book stores. He lives in Kelowna, BC.