Picture this: The sound of wheels against the trail, the wind in your hair, and the ever-changing landscape unfurling before you. That’s the essence of the Remutaka Rail Trail, a journey that never fails to excite the adventurer in me. Day 2 of our Remutaka …
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Stories about riding bicycles around New Zealand
Riding the Breathtaking Coastline: A Love Affair with New Zealand’s Palliser Peninsula
There’s something magical about the rugged beauty of New Zealand’s Palliser Peninsula that gets under your skin. A few days ago, a group of us embarked on a memorable ride along this stunning coastal stretch, blessed with perfect spring weather and a tailwind that seemed …
Gravel Roads – take us away from home
We all dream, of getting away, the road less travelled, into the blue! Freeedom is not an illusion, when you discover gravel riding. Wairarapa is full of opportunities to release yourself into the wild, quiet unsealed roads leading to lost beaches and bucolic wonder. Green …
New Zealand National Headwind Cycling Championships
Race report – 27 September 2020 The inaugural New Zealand National Headwind Cycling Championships was held in Martinborough. Requiring wind speed of greater than 10m/second, Tāwhirimātea did not disappoint. As registrations opened there was concern from race organiser Stuart Edwards, the predicted gales would be …