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Otago, and historic mining and stock trails on the west coast, and many more. Mountain biking tours new zealand book now adventure. This content can be shared and edited for the purpose of promoting new zealand as a visitor destination. There are world class rides past mountains, lakes and rivers. The best bike trails are rated by weighing the following ranking factors. Bikes need to be in good shape and have been recently serviced. Find the best trails for mountain biking in new zealand.
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Because wellingtons tracks are used by many people, the council supports mountain bike nzs code of conduct. The big easy mountain bike trail, dunedin, new zealand. We also design and project manage construction of eco trails for bicycles and walkers. Mountain biking is one of new zealands hottest adventure sports and. Located on a private 500 acre farm with stunning views of the tararua range. Rivenrock is a purpose built and professionally designed mountain bike park for all levels of mountain bikers. The nelson mountain bike club is a volunteerdriven organisation that works to improve mountain biking in nelson, new zealand, and surrounding areas.
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They continue to promote their passion by designing and building tracks, organising events and writing and publishing books about mountain biking. Here at all mountain nz, we think that an epic bike mission is more than just shredding amazing trails. New zealands hilly terrain makes it a fabulous mountain bike playground. Classic new zealand mountain bike rides kennett brothers. Mountain bike trails golden bay is fast becoming a mountain biker. Look for a wellkept and shingled trail that ascends gradually from the northeast corner of the upper field which can be muddy, rather than any of the steeper descent routes coming down signal hill.
Of course some of the worlds best terrain helps, but it all comes down to the little things. View trail maps, get trail advice and information about transport to all queenstown bike trails. The recipient will need to book an exact time and date online using the gift voucher they receive from you. Southern lake taupo has some of the best mountain bike country in new zealand. New zealand mountain bike tours ride like a local justmtb. Hit the queenstown trail network with confidence after exploring the information on the extensive range of mountain bike tracks throughout the southern lakes region. Good food, great scenery and especially, an epic crew. This nineday south island road trip begins in seaside christchurch and ends in queenstown, the crown jewel of kiwi mountain biking in the heart of the southern alps. Get hooked on mountain biking, one of the worlds fastest growing sports. Mtb project is part of the rei coop family, where a life outdoors is a life well lived. The book demonstrates how dynamic the trail network is and how it continues to grow. As locals will tell you, there really is something for everyone on the new zealand cycle trail, even for beginners and rusty riders. Be prepared for an amazing holiday experience when you ride one of the great rides along the new zealand cycle trail. Passionate tour companies offer advice, guiding, shuttles and luggage transfers while welcoming accommodation, cafes and restaurants provide home comforts along the way.
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A few local tips will be sure to help you plan your ultimate bike holiday in queenstown. There is a growing number of specially designed mountain bike tracks in new zealand, as well as many single. The national governing organisation of new zealand mountain biking. We also have emountain bikes including three mondrakers and one 2020 santa cruz heckler. Starting from the snout track carpark, this grade 2 intermediate twoway trail takes mountain bikers on 3. New zealand mountain bike trails mountain biking in new. Helibike nz has been sharing backcountry queenstown with mountain bikers from around the world since 2001. Scott p brown united states ambassador to new zealand, august 2018. Christchurch adventure parks current mountain biking trail conditions.
Over the last 12 years i have had two pairs of double happys and have just ordered my third pair. With this in mind, many people are opting to ride the length of new zealand in their own time, on their own schedule and with no rules to follow. We recommend a full suspension bike with 140mm of travel, robust allcondition tyres and a seat dropper. We are mountain bikers who love to go mountain biking, both locally and to all the different locations around new zealand. A good flowing trail network will have most trails flowing in a single direction according to their intension.
Join a mountain bike tour that shows you the best trail secrets everyday. Over many years we have ridden on the longest trails in the country, single track rides that roll along for a 100km we have mountain biked on the highest trails in new zealand, 2000m up in the mountains. Wairoa gorge bike park mountain biking trails trailforks. We stock a range of books and maps, to help you plan your new zealand cycling. We will email you an open dated gift voucher valid for 12 months. New zealand book your ultimate queenstown experience. Queen charlotte track mountain bike stay marlborough. Rivenrock mtb has a network of trails to suit riders of all styles and ability with beginner, intermediate and advanced tracks. I wear them at least twice a week on mtb trails, rail trails and. Thanks new zealand mountain biking for a great experience riding in the forest.
Situated deep in the wairoa valley, the gorge is home to an amazing variety of handbuilt mountain bike trails that run through a lush native and beech forest environment. Cycling trails in new zealands south island tourism new. 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. Rivenrock mountain bike park tourism information from. By the kennett brothers, the classic new zealand cycle trails guides you to. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. From the flowy trails of kaiteriteri and codgers bike parks, to back country helibiking missions and the now world renowned wairoa gorge, we will ensure your time here is spent sampling some of new zealands finest trails. Mountain biking south is a guide to the best mountain biking rides in the south island. Read about the bike trail network in queenstown, nz. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and get out into the places they love to play.
Mountain biking in the nelson and tasman region is nothing short of sublime. Jan 16, 2017 the final ride of the final day consisted of three runs on some really great purposebuilt mountain bike trails. Alps 2 ocean cycle trail this new cycle trail goes from aorakimount cook national park to oamaru. New zealand mountain biking is perfect for those who want a more rugged adventure. Book redwood forest mountain biking, rotorua everything. This report will help you plan out your day in advance.
This inspiring guide book gives full ride descriptions for 48 fabulous trips, including maps and elevation charts, plus contact details for accommodat. Trailforks scans users ridelogs to determine the most popular direction each trail is ridden. Riding here, in the wild, dramatic landscapes of new zealand youll experience some tough climbs and descents, as well as some lovely flowing singletrack. At southern lakes helibike we deliver unforgettable adventures. Come and explore one of new zealands best loved trails. Biking arrowtown is surrounded by beautiful cycling trails, including the queenstown trail. This book is a musthave purchase for any mountainbiking enthusiast. The 10 best mountain bike rides in new zealand gear patrol. My advice as a longtime, long distance worldwide touring bicyclist who has foolishly ridden everywhere in new zealand. 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. The old ghost road is a singletrack mountain bike trail in westport, new zealand. 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. New zealand mountain biking tours tours available now.
Book the best queenstown activities and tours on offer all in one place, plus get advice from the locals about where to eat, drink and be entertained. If you would like to have a handy reference to all the trails on this website, the mtb trails trust has published a guide book to trails in the top of the south island. The 10 best mountain bike rides in new zealand april 21, 2015 sports and outdoors. Mountain biking on coronet peak near queenstown, new zealand. New zealand is mountain biking heaven, with fantastic opportunities on the doorstep of most urban areas, as well as superb wilderness riding to be had in the backcountry. New zealands leading publisher of cycling history and guide books. Natural high offers a range of cycling guides to touring, mountain biking and new zealands new network of cycle ways, to help you get the most out of. Please follow all local health authority directives, and do not take risks. From flowy bike trails for beginners, sweeping intermediate trails for the next step up, epic world class jump tracks for those who crave air and hand built technical trails for the experts among us.
Parts of the trail travel through public conservation land and are profiled in this brochure. As well as the paparoa tracks spectacular natural beauty, it also has a rich history. The big easy starts above the athletic fields behind logan park high school. These are the finest rental bikes available in nelson. New zealands south island has some of the most spectacular mountain biking in the world, and mountain biking south is a guide to 41 of the best of these rides. Leave the beaten track like kiwi locals do find secret spots off the map, in small groups or custom rides, justmtb unlock world class mtb trails and then we relax in our unique accommodation we handle everything. Mountain biking and trails christchurch adventure park. Classic new zealand mountain bike rides aotearoa books. The new zealand cycle trails nga haerenga by jonathan kennett. We pride ourselves on our 5 service and provide you the latest trek roscoe 7 bikes and electric bike options. Riding injuries put unnecessary stress on medical systems that need all available resources to fight the virus, and group rides increase your chances of exposure. Simon, paul and jonathan have helped pioneer mountain biking in new zealand since the mid1980s. 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 aotearoa. The urban rides make use of nelsons on and offroad cycle ways.
The best mountain bike trails in new zealand singletracks. How to enjoy new zealands cycle trail network, by a writer who knows them like the back of his hand. Your guided mountain biking tour begins with a scenic helicopter flight to some of new zealands most beautiful and remote locations. If you are to do one new zealand trip in your lifetime, this is it. 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. New zealand mountain biker is a fullcolour dedicated mountain bike magazine published bimonthly and distributed nationally in over 800 outlets including supermarkets, book shops, magazine outlets, cycle shops and to our subscriber base.