Palmerston north motel accommodation is excellent for travellers seeking shortterm, selfcatering accommodation. Mountain bike marlboroughs epic high country trails and coastal ridges, road bike undulating routes at the edge of the sea, tour on long flat runs through vineclad valleys or take the whole family biking along one of the regions many rivers. We also design and project manage construction of trails for bicycles and walker. How to enjoy new zealands cycle trail network, by a writer who knows them like the back of his hand. Classic new zealand cycle trails a guide to 46 fantastic holidays classic new zealand cycle trails guides you to the very best biking holidays this stunning little country has to offer. Montreal, qc mountain bike trails mountain biking in. Jan 16, 20 easy riding on new zealands new cycle trail. Some are new zealanders looking for a different adventure, and some are tourists who want to view new zealand at a different pace. They followed this up with their inspirational publication the new zealand cycle trails nga haerenga which took nz by storm. The nelson tasman trails are made up of tasmans great taste trail and the dun mountain trail. Bike trails mountain bike tracks nz marlborough cycling.
Auckland international airport is less than five hours drive away. Traversing this deep wilderness is an 87kilometre trail part of nz cycle trail revealing not only aweinspiring beauty but also stories of how this special place has changed over the ages. Motocross is the offroad sport for you if carving berms and flying high over jumps is your idea of fun. Let us introduce you to the natural wonder that is nz and join one of our small group, guided adventures. Where to ride in christchurch cycling in christchurch. Then there are the bunches of serious, lycraclad roadies constantly in training for one event or another, plying the 20something kilometre stretch down papamoa beach road. Okaihau is a small settlement that services its nearby rural community. Enjoy this detailed map of the hawkes bay cycle trails. It is close to iconic attractions such as the abel tasman national park. The new zealand cycle trail project is a new zealand government initiative, cofunded together with local councils and charitable trusts, which is to build and operate a network of cycle routes through the country. If you are looking for selfguided cycle holidays, bike hire or accommodation please dig deeper. One of the most popular motorcycling sports, motocross is run on tracks shaped from natural terrain and produces fast, close and exciting racing.
Find the best bike tours in queenstown and surrounding regions. Starting from kaiaua in the north, the trail follows the firth of thames through wetlands of international significance. Heading south west out of town for a few kilometres, the trail is beside the road, you will pass by lots of points of interest, churches and the war memorial gates all with storyboards near them which are well worth stopping to read. The 5th section of the alps 2 ocean cycle trail is between omarama and otematata, and is an easy ride with beautiful views of lakes benmore and aviemore. Nga haerenga, the journeys is a new zealand government initiative, cofunded together with local councils and charitable trusts, which is to build and operate a network of cycle routes through the country as of mid2011, the first of the 18 proposed great rides dedicated cycleways, mostly offroad and in particularly scenic locations were. There are now 23 great rides being established across the country. New zealands cycling heartland hauraki rail trail whether hurtling down forestclad hills or meandering alongside winding rivers and through rolling farmland, the regions tracks and trails offer memorable experiences for riders of all fitness and skill levels. Its photos, maps and historical background so enriched cycle touring that many people set about. Nga haerenga, the journeys is a new zealand government initiative, cofunded together with local councils and charitable trusts, which is to build and operate a network of cycle routes through the country. Taupo is the main gateway to the great lake trail, with the trail s hub of kinloch around 20 minutes drive away.
Cycling is a great way to experience the beauty of waiheke. The new zealand cycle trail flying kiwi nz adventure tours. Cycle trails be prepared for an amazing holiday experience when you ride one of the great rides along the new zealand cycle trail. Choose from our superb motels, cabins and sites at spectacular.
Puretrails new zealand have been operating supported cycling tours around the south island since 2004. The rides in bike nelson are aimed at beginner to intermediate riders looking for recreational rides and are in two sections urban rides and mountain bike rides. After 1830, when the ngati haua under te waharoa built matamata pa near waharoa 16 kms southeast, the area became a nomans land between that tribe and the ngati maru of the thames district. Expect regular servings of stunning coastal, wetlands and rural scenery, as well as superb food, coffee and, of course, fine wine. The new zealand cycle trail has since expanded to include other existing offroad trails that meet the great ride standard, such as the otago central rail trail the original great ride that in part provided the catalyst for this project. The 3000km route stretching from cape reinga in the north of new zealand to bluff in the south was officially opened december 3rd, 2011 by the governorgeneral of new zealand, sir jerry mataparae. New zealand is an ideal country for bikepacking, where you travel light and fast, with fat tyres so that you can ride the great cycle trails and tracks, and gravel roads, where youll find the best scenery and the fewest cars. Te araroa new zealands trail home,te araroa is new zealands trail taking in spectacular new zealand landscapes from beaches to volcanoes to forests to cities. The new zealand cycle trail s 22 great rides offer offroad cycling and mountain biking through the countrys most amazing landscapes. The old ghost road is new zealands longest singletrack and a mustdo for experienced cyclists in search of the ultimate backcountry ride. Andy belcher flying kiwi traveller flying kiwi are proud to be an official partner of the new zealand cycle trail project. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Our easygoing active adventures let you travel in comfort and style. Now that the bay of plenty has three fabulous cycle trails, it is an excellent destination for a biking holiday. Taking on nzs longest cycle trail the gisborne herald. May 18, 2000 buy the official guide to the national cycle network national cycle network route 01 by nick cotton isbn. Wairarapa has some great biking routes, from mountain bike parks, cycleways, routes and trails to one of new zealands great rides the remutaka cycle trail if youre in wellington and have a bike you can bring it over on the train or if youre from further afielddont have a bike on you, one or twentyone or more can be hired. Enjoy the full fourday ride starting in either greymouth or ross or chose one of the awesome one day options. Guide book author jonathan kennett knows the mountain bike trails in new zealand better than most and is the mastermind behind extreme cycling event tour. Cycling new zealand books and maps every year, thousands of people cycle in new zealand and abroad. Leave on a ridetodiscover quebecs metropolis with a bicycle from montreal on wheels. The new zealand cycle trail explained what it is and how it operates, plus the new zealand cycle trail design guide. Welcome to nga haerenga the new zealand cycle trail.
Beginners and families will enjoy meandering along a wide, flat trail and admiring the views, expert riders will revel in the steep tracks and adrenalinpumping twists and turns that other bike trails offer, while nature lovers will appreciate the. For your next holiday, choose from 22 great rides or 24 heartland rides and get in touch with the real new zealand. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey, and be in the draw to win a kennett brothers cycle trails book. As an idyllic place to soak in nature and wildlife, new zealand is one of the worlds top natureoriented travel destinations. The nelsontasman region is an outstanding cycling destination.
The 23 great rides that make up the new zealand cycle trail open up some of new zealands very best scenery, from crystalclear lakes and majestic native forest to open tussock tops, cool dense bush and longforgotten railway lines. One of new zealands most stunning cycling great rides. Jonathan kennett is also a project manager for the new zealand cycle trail and has an intricate knowledge of the trails. Whether youre exploring city streets, tackling a great ride or hitting the mountain bike trails, autumn is a fantastic time of year get on your bike. Ebike adventure tours nz te aroha new zealand we personalise e bike tours of the hauraki rail trail or anywhere in the new zealand. Mountain biking on coronet peak near queenstown, new. Here at cycle journeys, we deliver a full range of alps 2 ocean cycle trail services from our depot in twizel. Exploring the new zealand cycle trail te ara ahi photo taken by. Selfguided or guided, short, half day, full day, multiday and helibike adventures available. Theyre also easy to adapt, link, or ride consecutively staying overnight in accommodation along the way.
Passionate tour companies offer advice, guiding, shuttles and luggage transfers while welcoming accommodation, cafes and restaurants provide home comforts along the way. The timber trail follows the path of old logging roads and tramlines, linked and smoothed using modern trail building techniques. Well cycle a section of the alps to ocean track, a purposebuilt bike trail that winds its way from mount cook all the way to the ocean in oamaru. Inspiring biking blogs and articles from around the new zealand cycle trail s 22 great rides. Beginners and families will enjoy meandering along a wide, flat trail and admiring the views, expert riders will revel in the steep tracks and adrenalinpumping twists and turns that other bike trails offer, while nature lovers will appreciate the isolation of the more remote trails. For your next holiday, choose from 24 great rides or 24 heartland rides and get in touch with the real new zealand. The new zealand cycle trail, wellington, new zealand. Cycle trails in new zealand cycle touring new zealand nz. Cycling trails in new zealands south island tourism new. The new zealand cycle trails new zealand bike trails. The official website of nz s favourite adventure cycle trail.
More than 350 km of bike paths are at your disposal in montreal and its surroundings. The kennett brothers are new zealands leading publisher of cycling guidebooks including classic new zealand mountain bike rides and classic new zealand road rides. The hauraki rail trail, new zealand official website. The official guide to the national cycle network national. Explore nga haerenga, new zealands network of cycle trails 2500km of cycle trails waiting to be ridden. As locals will tell you, there really is something for everyone on the new zealand cycle trail, even for beginners and rusty riders. List of bicycle brands and manufacturing companies wikipedia. The trail that spawned new zealands cycling revolution is a 150kilometre ride that horseshoes gently through the once goldrich valleys between clyde. Cycling trails are an incredible way to experience new zealand. Book accommodaton, shuttles and bike hires through one our official trail partners.
Ride a journey of discovery pureora cycle trail timber. Already in the year 2015 had inter betting much to celebrate and could be an extremely successful development for themselves. Cycle new zealand is a selection of our favorite cycling routes on the north and south islands of new zealand. From the beginning, i found the book hard to understand with routes a bit difficult to follow, especially if you make your own itinerary. After a few hours of frustration, i gave up and purchased a nz cycling publication called peddlars paradise for the. Be prepared for an amazing holiday experience when you ride one of the 22 great rides along. The nz transport agency also have a great online map of all nz cycling facilities e. The motu trails can be ridden individually, or combined into one long loop for cycling enthusiasts. Nga haerenga the new zealand cycle trail is a national network of cycle trails created by the government, together with local bodies. You will cycle past a flock of sheep and into an historic town, descend from a mountain range under a canopy of native beech trees, pedal alongside a. Serving up plenty of fresh air, fun and sunshine alongside magnificent scenery and mustsee.
The 197km hauraki rail trail can be completed in 45 days, with its five sections each allowing for excellent and manageable day rides. Taupos airport connects it to regional new zealand. From selfguided packaged tours, bike hire and luggage transfers, to a full trail shuttle and accommodation, we have everything you need to plan and book an incredible cycling holiday. New zealands original great ride, open all year round. There is a cafe, takeaways, small supermarket and public toilets. Our routes have been carefully chosen using quiet paved country roads, with little traffic and spectacular new zealand scenery. It is not intended to be a guide to all the possible routes in new zealand. Nga haerenga the new zealand cycle trail 2 on wellingtons doorstep is the remutaka cycle trail a splendid great ride winding up the leafy hutt valley before climbing gently over the forested remutaka ranges and skirting around the rugged coast back towards the capital. Cycling trails in new zealands south island new zealands south island has some of the worlds most spectacular and varied mountain biking tracks and trails.
There are so many routes, we had no idea where to start cycling. To preserve its beauty and culture, the island nation has embraced sustainable, or responsible, tourism. We have crafted a range of cycle tour packages on the nz cycle trail network that showcase the breathtaking scenery that the south island is famous for. The nz cycle trail is a nationwide network of cycle tracks, each offering something distinct. Palmerston north motels and motor lodges directory, new zealand. Twin coast cycle trail stretching between the bay of islands in the east to hokianga harbour in the west, this journey is rich in history and local hospitality. New zealands leading publisher of cycling history and guide books. This inspiring guide book gives full ride descriptions for 48 fabulous trips, including maps and elevation charts, plus contact details for accommodation options. Walk, paddle, cycle, and hike the best nz trails with local experts at new zealand trails. We need your feedback to help us secure future funding to take the trail from good to great.
The tour aotearoa route is designed to highlight the best new zealand cycle trail great rides, heartland rides, and quiet back country roads. This page lists notable bicycle brands and manufacturing companies past and present. Fast forward to 2017 and nga haerenga meaning the journey the new zealand cycle trail is a reality. Nzct covid19 response the new zealand cycle trail network has been affected by covid19, with the current alert level 4 impacting individual trail accessibility and facilities. Experience new zealand by bike selfguided cycle tours that let you roam at your own pace. Cycle lanes and trails run the length of the coastline, friendly cyclists sharing waterway reserve tracks with walkers, joggers and dog owners. The great rides are the premier rides on the new zealand cycle trail that showcase the very best of new zealands landscape, environment, culture and heritage.
Hawkes bay trails is one of 22 national new zealand cycle trail great rides. Map of the hawkes bay cycle trails bike about tours. This content can be shared and edited for the purpose of promoting new zealand as a visitor destination. Bbc travel easy riding on new zealands new cycle trail. Our qualified staff will know how to advise you for your bike rides and journeys in the montreal region. Mountain biking on coronet peak near queenstown, new zealand, with sacred rides bkxc. Jonathan kennett, new zealand trail guide book writer and tour aotearoa founder share.
Explore historic gold mining sites in the karangahake gorge and te aroha, at the end of the day relax in a soda mineral spa te aroha. The combination of individual bike trails into the new zealand cycle trail, means we can now include rides that suit any level of ability into our tours. In this 2018 edition the tour aotearoa section has been expanded to provide more information for those crazies who want to ride the whole way from cape reinga to bluff. Enjoy central otagos big skies, distinctive landscape and famous southern hospitality.
Jonathan kennett would love everyone to explore new zealand by bicycle. Nelson tasman cycle trails new zealand nelson new zealand. The kennett brothers have become bike touring gurus since they published their first book classic nz cycle trails in 2012. The new zeala n d cy c le trail guide the new zeala n d cy c le trail guide top 10 holiday parks are the trusted name in top value accommodation. This book is stuffed full of useful information on the different trails how to get there, what you will see, level of difficulty, things to take, places to. Discover new zealand by bike natural high selfguided. Classic new zealand cycle trails by the kennett brothers. The 200km hawkes bay trails have been created with day rides in mind, all of which are easy to reach from destinations throughout the region. Hi nick w, thanks for sharing your experiences and we look forward to seeing you and your friends doing it all again. Whether you enjoy cycle trails, road cycling, mountain biking or walking, adventure south nz can help you to explore new zealand at your own pace. Find the best trails for mountain biking in montreal, qc. These new trails have transformed cycling holidays in new zealand. There appears to have been no permanent maori settlement in the vicinity of the present te aroha in preeuropean times. Sep 01, 2009 lonely planet cycling new zealand travel guide lonely planet, kennedy, scott on.
Classic new zealand cycle trails 2018, 4th edition guides you to the very best cycling holidays this stunning little country has to offer. The new zealand cycle trails nga haerenga by jonathan kennett. Nzct covid19 response the new zealand cycle trail network has been affected by covid19, with the current alert level 4 impacting individual trail. Explanatory note to cycle trail design, fourth edition the new zealand cycle trail design guide was first published in february 2010 to assist people involved in planning, designing or building cycle trails that would make up the new zealand cycle trail nzct. The new zealand cycle trail active earth adventures. The trails builders have resurrected an old gold miners route between the ghost town of lyell in the buller gorge and seddonville on the west coast. Lonely planet cycling new zealand travel guide paperback september 1, 2009. These two trails will appeal to a wide cross section of cyclists and day trippers. If youre an independent adventurer who enjoys the freedom of taking each day as it comes, a selfguided cycle tour could be just the ticket. The sports betting providers interwetten can also be made in the first quarter of 2016 to a successful balance sheet view. The alps 2 ocean cycle trail definitely warrants bucket list status and we are pleased that it lived up to and possibly exeeded that expectation. Rich in breathtaking scenery and mustsee attractions, nga haerenga the journeys are an unforgettable way to explore new zealand. The trails offer unique offroad experiences to travellers of all ages and levels of fitness to explore the real new zealand that exists beyond the highways and byways. The urban rides make use of nelsons on and offroad cycle ways.
With aoraki mount cook standing tall in the background, youll feel like a character on a movie set as you peddle through this impressive panorama. The simple pleasure of cycling is a joy that can be experienced by everyone, including the renaissance rider shedding the years as they jump on a bike for the first time in years, he writes in his new book, the new zealand cycle trails nga haerenga. For bicycle parts, see list of bicycle part manufacturing companies many bicycle brands do not manufacture their own product, but rather import and rebrand bikes manufactured by others e. During the construction of the great rides lessons have been learnt along the way and. Map of all rides in classic new zealand cycle trails. The route wasis designed by jonathan kennett, a new zealand cycling guidebook writer.
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