Download our ebooks of tour destinations for over 30 years pedaltours has designed and operated bike tours. The beauty is that cycle touring is low skill, cheap and almost anyone could do it. My partner and i share a passion for cycle touring and we had long dreamed about touring the south island of new zealand, for its mountains, glaciers, fiord lands, lakes, rivers and beaches. If you are not planing to cycle in europe, usa, canada, australia or new zealand, then i strongly recommend to use the 26 size. Some are new zealanders looking for a different adventure, and some are tourists who want to view new zealand at a different pace. Our cycle tours are days long and offer a rich assortment of scenery, wildlife, and onceinalifetime experiences. If you know of a book about bicycle touring or bicycle travel that should be added to this list, please leave a comment below with the name of the book, the author, and a link to a website where the book can be purchased. Tim and cindies around the world bicycle touring adventures continues in this second book about exploring south america.
Cycle on the otago central rail trail, roxburgh gorge and clutha gold trails as well as a fully guided 5 day milford sound cycle. There is a huge range, varying from recreational bike tours, off road cycling holidays, bike tours for the fit, fully guided bicycle vacations as well as a large range of independent or selfguided bike tours. Natural high offers a range of cycling guides to touring, mountain biking and new zealands new network of cycle ways, to help. One problem i found with one bus company was when i tried to book the bike as well as myself during a holiday season. Get in touch with us today to book a tour or discuss your perfect cycling getaway with brian and the team. Brian farrant and carole gibb are regular cyclists and have guided groups from 2 to 22 from taiwan, india, japan, usa, australia and new zealand. It was once suggested that the initials of the club stood for auckland coffee and tea association. Bespoke cycle touring adventures in new zealand nz bicycle. On any tour of this small islandnation, youre bound to meet dozens of other cycle tourists, also here for the striking mixture of coastline, mountains, glaciers and volcanic hot pools that make new zealand so special. In october 2010 i left denmark by bicycle, not knowing what to expect.
Pedaltours is an experienced and trusted bike tour operator. New zealand by bike by bruce ringer, 2nd edition published 1994 by reed, printed in usa, isbn 0 7900 0367 8, 318 pages, a5 size, perfect bound. This book or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the publisher except for the. We spent five and a bit weeks cycling around the south island of new zealand in octnov 2010. Secondhand bicycle free book promotion 6th and 7th september. If you can, do get your wheels to new zealand as it is the place to go cycle touring for sure, what a stunning and wonderful place. Queenstown cycle touring new zealand holidays go new. It is not intended to be a guide to all the possible routes in new zealand. It provides the most comprehensive and up to date touring advice for summer cycling touring. We also have some great maps and atlases produced locally by christchurch based company kiwimaps. There are so many routes, we had no idea where to start cycling. This inspiring guide book gives full ride descriptions for 48 fabulous trips, including maps and elevation charts, plus contact details for accommodation options. Cycle touring in new zealand means competing with freight one of the biggest problems i have cycle touring in new zealand is competing with freight. Cycle touring england to new zealand 2012 archives.
Brian has a wealth of knowledge around cycle touring in new zealand and can answer all your questions. Cycle touring south island new zealand dec 2015 jan 2016. For information on cycle touring in new zealand or details of your nearest stockist, write to. New zealand is one of the worlds most popular destinations for bike touring. Although i have not had much experience of using public transport in new zealand, i can offer some insights on this. Cycle tour new zealand cycle touring in new zealand. Cycle new zealand adrenalinefilled adventures in new. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Cycle trails new zealand travel and new zealand business. We offer a comprehensive range of fabulous guided cycling tours in new zealand, australia, asia and europe. Cycling holidays and mountain biking in new zealand tourism. Known in maori as nga haerenga the journeys the new zealand cycle trail encompasses 22 great rides offering cycle tours for every age and ability, taking in many of the countrys mustsee sights while soaking up magnificent scenery. Sep 01, 2009 my advice as a longtime, long distance worldwide touring bicyclist who has foolishly ridden everywhere in new zealand. Auckland cycle touring association added 2 new photos from october 30, 2012 to the album. The absolute essential bike touring gear for bicycle tourers. Everchanging natural beauty through your sunglasses. At the same time, there is a boom in trail building, and cycle tourism, and so its becoming really great for those with bikepacking bikes, who can now avoid the main highways and explore the country on quiet roads and. Cycling the globe a cycle touring expedition around the world. Every tour we arrange, is a one off bespoke product, designed in consultation with you. Bike tours in new zealand are suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels.
Btw, everyone i met touring over my three week trip carried the pp book and all cycle shops i went to knew the author first hand. It is an excellent way to see the country, with its many quiet roads and varied, magnificent scenery. We rode for 16 enjoyable days, averaging 84kmday, for a total of 1,346kmplus seven days for other activities. Find your ride 22 great rides new zealand cycle trail.
Jonathan kennett, new zealand trail guide book writer and tour aotearoa founder share. Classic new zealand cycle trails by the kennett brothers, published 2012 by kennett brothers, printed in new zealand isbn 9780986464126, 280 pages, a5 size, perfect bound. Find your new zealand adventure bike hire for every new zealand journey. With the continued development of the new zealand cycle trails, we can now offer more rides off road and on a trail that is not shared with motor vehicles. Cycle touring in new zealand tips, by steve glasgow. As locals will tell you, there really is something for everyone on the new zealand cycle trail, even for beginners and rusty riders. The following books are either how to books, or books written by people who have cycled and who share their experiences. 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 crystal clear lake or a mountain stream. Cycling from the west to the east coast in northland new zealand through the amazing twin coast cycle trail.
Cycle new zealand is a selection of our favorite cycling routes on the north and south islands of new zealand. The auckland cycle touring association offers easy paced, noncompetitive rides. Also included below is a selection of maps that could be used for a cycle tour of new zealand. Also published as cycle touring in new zealand since the mid 1980s. Check out the following is a list of bicycle touring books. Peak holiday season for new zealanders is during the summer school holidays, from late december to the end of january. Currently, the club has a membership of around 120 families or individuals. Cycle touring in new zealand tips by steve glasgow public transport. I am a big fan of reading other peoples adventures. New zealand biking tours flying kiwi nz adventure tours. I have cycled through eastern europe learning all about the local beer, i have been chased by dogs in turkey. We stock leadingbrand touring bikes, hybrids, mountain bikes and road bikes, as well as cycling accessories and childrens bikes. As traffic volumes grow in new zealand our country is becoming worse and worse for touring on traditional road touring bikes. Our new zealand motorhome itinerary delivers the perfect balance of freedom and comfort, immersing you in new zealand s great outdoors like no other travel method can.
During this period roads can be busy and many popular holiday spots coromandel, raglan, mount maunganui, northland book out completely. New zealand cycle touring guide 9780473079536 by rushton, nigel and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. This is a very complete bicycle touring book of new zealand. Feb 18, 2015 the rise of cycle touring from crazy to cool. Weve been asked that question a lot lately, suggesting that recent highprofile collisions between cycle tourists and motorists, including the death of a young german woman in january 2010, are threatening to ruin new zealands reputation as one of the worlds best places for bike touring.
Nz bicycle tours is a founding member of cycle tour operators nz and a member. At days end you can relax in a comfortable lodge, with friendly new zealand hosts. Though stay away in the high season as it will be flooded by the sound of it. After spending more than two decades on the south island of new zealand we have come up with the best new zealand bike tour.
Jun 15, 2014 cycle touring in new zealand means competing with freight one of the biggest problems i have cycle touring in new zealand is competing with freight. There are a number of bus companies so research them all. Cycling holidays and mountain biking in new zealand. New zealand doesnt have much of a rail network partly because the rugged terrain makes it too expensive and partly because there are not enough people in the country to pay for a rail network. Prices at overseas stockists will be higher due to the cost of shipping.
Aug 04, 2014 my partner and i share a passion for cycle touring and we had long dreamed about touring the south island of new zealand, for its mountains, glaciers, fiord lands, lakes, rivers and beaches. One of the best things of traveling on a bicycle is that i have tons of time, which i can put into the things i like the most. Ebike adventure tours nz te aroha new zealand we personalise e bike tours of the hauraki rail trail or anywhere in the new zealand. Cycle touring the south island of new zealand rideon. Camping 9 cinematic sundays 6 cycle touring dalmatian coast 2011 5 cycle touring england to new zealand 2012 42 guest post 1 hardware 41 journals 45 locations 20 micro adventure 6 planning. This part of the journey was even more challenging with the highest mountains, coldest nights, and the most dangerous situations yet.
Cycle touring in new zealand information for bicycle tourists this site is designed to be a free guide to cyclists wishing to tour this country and offers a personal view of the places i have visited during my touring and some recommendations of the best scenery and interesting locations i have found. Nov 11, 2017 bicycle touring new zealand ep 66 huub vlogs. Australia and new zealand, meeting his wife, writing a. I would be very confident using this book on a tour. These cycle tours make use of some of the quieter roads, as you bike across the canterbury plains to lake tekapo, before cycling along the. Passionate tour companies offer advice, guiding, shuttles and luggage transfers while welcoming accommodation, cafes and restaurants provide home comforts along the way. Order it directly here on the website hi, my name is thomas andersen. Remember, these are not howto bicycle touring books, but books written by individuals who have traveled with their bikes. The auckland cycle touring association was formed on the 24 february 1949, and an invitation to all persons interested in cycle continues to this day with the club catering for cyclists interested in riding in the company of others. The kennett brothers simon, paul and jonathan are as close as we get to cycling royalty in nz, but i hasten to add they would totally reject. So if youre looking for some motivation to push you into a cycling trip on your own, with friends or with your partner, i recommend you to read a couple of these fantastic books. Weekend cruise, multiday cycle tour or offroad challenge, weve got the right bike for your ride.
Cycle tour new zealand is a free guide to cyclists and offers recommendations for finding the best scenery and interesting locations. Our new zealand motorhome itinerary delivers the perfect balance of freedom and comfort, immersing you in new zealands great outdoors like no other travel method can. Buy new zealand lonely planet cycling guides by wells, nicola, et al isbn. 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 your new zealand cycle adventure. My advice as a longtime, long distance worldwide touring bicyclist who has foolishly ridden everywhere in new zealand. Road cycling new zealand book now adventure south nz. His superb experience and hands on knowledge are about to become publicly available in a new kennett published book classic cycle trails. New zealand bike tours, biking vacations in new zealand. Our fully guided new zealand road cycling tours allow you to do some great cycling in the south island of new zealand, with cycling rides ranging from 5 to 9. Scenery doesnt get any more incredible than in new zealand. The rise of cycle touring from crazy to cool environment. 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. 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.
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