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Many trail bikes can be raced in cross country events, but may be heavier and slower on climbs. If you have not explored the heaphy track on the south island i can assure you it will not disappoint. New zealand mountain bike trails mountain biking in new. Some of the sealed and gravel road rides could be accomplished on touring bikes. With some of the most rugged terrain imaginable, new zealanders are never far from an intense offroad adventure. Mountain biking the best trails on new zealands south. Southland mountain biking, cycling, mountain bike trails. Search mountain bike jobs now available on, the worlds largest job site. Respect the track dont skid, cut corners or make new lines avoid riding in the mud and raintake rubbish home clean your bike to prevent spreading weeds boundary line forestry road all users walkingtrack parihaka mountain bike trails 0 125 250 500 750 1,000 meters.

New zealand s hilly terrain makes it a fabulous mountain bike playground. These are designed to perfectly balance both climbing and descending, a jack of all trades if you will. If they are an advanced rider they will try their best to book similar riders on that trip. Get your hands on the best mountain bikes for sale in nz today. Flora track grade 23 baron flat track grade 4 4x4 road grade 2 physical difficulty. The updated 2017 edition of classic new zealand mountain bike rides south island, guides you to all the best mountain bike rides youll ever want to know about the south island volume includes 179 rides with 90 new trails added since the last edition. Four sections of abandoned historic birdle path was rediscovered which had been constructed over 150 years ago, adding significant heritage to. To develop, foster and maintain the dedicated mountain bike park within the totara park environment. 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. Pan pac eskdale mountain bike park 10 minutes north of napier is one of new zealands largest mountain bike destinations. The full ride from flora carpark to upper takaka is 45. Classic new zealand mountain bike rides north and south.

They deliver great mountain bike rides for mountain bikers of all abilities and do our best to accommodate all tastes. The bike park currently has 15 km of cycling tracks incorporating new purpose built tracks with pump flow and single track, downhill and jump tracks with more trails coming. There is also plenty of space for picnicking before or after a ride. Go mountain biking in new zealand tourism new zealand. Bike gear should include a recently serviced mountain bike with knobbly offroad tyres, a bell or hooter, and new brake pads.

You must be able to carry your bike on numerous occasions. On this website youll find all of the information you need about the gorge. The final ride of the final day consisted of three runs on some really great purposebuilt mountain bike trails. Lake walkway, taupo offers some of the best mountainbiking in new zealand. Classic new zealand mountain bike rides, 9th edition guides you to all the best mountain bike rides youll ever want to know about. Sep 26, 2014 a bike hire business and shop operate from here during the weekends and public holidays. New zealand mountain biking tours tours available now.

This is a fantastic mountain bike track suitable for the whole family. For more information, go to the auckland mtb club and the cycleway new zealand websites. The 10 best mountain bike rides in new zealand gear patrol. It is also recommended that you take 1 or 2 spare tubes per rider, puncture repair kit, folding tyre, pump, allen keys, chain breaker, tyre levers, duct tape, zip ties, chain lube and a groundsheet or fly to put down. From grade 12 family and e bike tracks, to crosscountry trails, mountain bike parks and bmx jump parks to epic overnight adventures and grade 5 downhill, theres something for everyone. Mountain biking in new zealand, mountain bike tracks in new. We may be biased, but we like to think that new zealand is one of the best places in the world to be a mountain bike rider. In amongst the pine trees of the ben lomond reserve, queenstown bike park boasts over 30km of tracks and a longest run of 6km. New zealands great walks are premier tracks that pass through diverse and spectacular scenery. From lapierre to kona choose the perfect bike for your favourite trails, and storm that hill. The rameka track is included in the 101 mustdos for kiwis compiled by the aa to showcase the best new zealand attractions. Queenstown bike park queenstown bike trail information. The park has 10km of tracks in two separate areas wiritoa and pauri joined by a short section 300m of road.

Mt fyffe carpark or from town for the ocean to mountain top experience mt fyffe is kaikouras most advanced mountain bike track for real thrill seekers. Rivenrock mountain bike park tourism information from. It is mainly downhill and mildly technical, and will suit those who have some experience of mountain biking, particularly single track. Southern lakes helibike provides one of the worlds most unique mountain biking experiences. The bike park reserves the right to close without notice due to weather or changing track conditions.

Track information for mountain bikers with clear, simple maps, photographs and descriptions. There is a growing number of specially designed mountain bike tracks in new zealand, as well as many single and 4wd tracks. Fat tyre has a simple policy that the first rider to book gets the choice of ride for the day. Mountain biking skyline rotorua skyline new zealand. There are great views from the top peak 290m elevation, and 80km of purposebuilt biking trails. A 450 metre vertical rise via the skyline gondola gives riders easy access to arguably new zealands best mountain bike park. Ride more with over 25 world class mountain biking trails and varying terrain for all abilities.

New zealand mountain biking is perfect for those who want a more rugged adventure. Mountain biking in new zealand if your adrenaline gets pumping when pedaling on your local trails, imagine barreling down a coastal single track or the face of a volcanoin new zealand. With 55 km of trail in all, passing through a mix of mature and new growth trees within wairakei forest, its freedraining, grippy terrain offers fantastic yearround riding for beginners through to experts. You have to sweat up the hills, and coast down them. No other bikes offer this level of nocompromise performance and any. Check out our top trails just the tip of new zealands epic mountain biking iceberg. Wairoa gorge mountain bike park just 45 minutes drive from central nelson in the wairoa valley, the gorge has over 70km of handbuilt mountain bike trails that run through lush native and beech forest environment from a maximum elevation of 1200m. A trail bike sits somewhere between a bike designed for cross country and enduro racing. This adventure ride will keep you in check as you practice your skills manoeuvring your bike through heaps of. Crafted by our local knowledge, we show you the best of new zealand mountain biking 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.

Mountain bikes nz mountain bikes for sale new zealand. Padded shorts and padded gloves will reduce the effects of jarring on dry, bumpy tracks. Theyre the right bike for anything from a quick stint on the trails to a brutal day of racing. The wither hills farm park offers a brilliant range of walking and mountain biking tracks on a 1,100ha working sheep and cattle farm just minutes from blenheims cbd. Marlborough has a mountain bike track for every rider from the narrow and steep to the wide and sedate, the hourlong jaunt to the multiday mission. New zealand single track adventures was one of the first in the industry to run specialized multiday single track new zealand mountain bike tours. They are designed to give you an interesting day out with a touring feel. Skyline rotorua mountain biking is open from friday to sunday, 10. 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.

New zealand weather can change very rapidly so mountain bikers need to be prepared for a range of conditions. South island mountain biking and cycling directory, new zealand. After a good brekky its time to pack up our gear and hit one of new zealands most classic backcountry single tracks, inclusive of an 1100 m descent known as kirwans track. This book is stuffed full of useful information on the different trails how to.

The taupo region has some of the best mountain biking in new zealand, with internationally recognised, purposebuilt trails to suit every type of bike rider. Trails suitable for all levels from beginner to experienced riders. Conveniently situated a short hop from the lively resort town of taupo, craters mountain bike park boasts some of new zealands best single track. The way up is a serious hill climb adventure which requires a very good level of fitness. This is an operational forest 20km north of whanganui. Summer in the southern hemisphere is in full swing, the days are long, the sun shines high in the sky, and im pulling up outside christchurch airport to pick up another group of excited mountain bikers arriving from all over the world to experience. The carterton mountain biking track is at the end of dalefield road in carterton. Trail forks app for your phone with many of the auckland trails central. Cycling trails in new zealands north island tourism new. Sep 01, 2009 nz really is a peddlars paradise and i wish the lp could do a better job organizing the book to make it more intuitive.

Mountain biking the heaphy track, new zealand mountain. Head down seasaw track, and then up the main spine of blue spur on an old forestry road. Discover taupos mountain bike trails, from the epic great lake trail to familyfriendly. Mar 28, 2017 if you are in town, get in touch with the guys at nelson mountain bike club for more info on the trails and of course check out wairoa gorge whilst you are there. 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. Rotorua is now home to new zealands first yearround gondolaassisted bike lift providing access to worldclass downhill mountain biking. Its hard to imagine a better place for mountain biking than new zealand, where a seemingly endless network of forest trails, abandoned railways, farm tracks and other backcountry routes usher riders through an array of stunning landscapes, with the bonus offthe bike activities such as walking, wildlife watching and wine tasting. In the case of the heaphy, it was a popular ride through the 80s and early 90s, with both mtbers and trampers mingling on the same track. Share on facebook share on twitter share on linked in share by email. Mountain biking in new zealand, mountain bike tracks in.

Most of these rides are best suited to mountain bikes with 21 speed gears or more. For those coming to 2020 mtba national championships bright, vic it will be free to pitch your team tent in the event village and is based on a first in first served basis. Classic new zealand mountain bike rides south island. This package includes both north and south island volumes of the 9th edition. Pick up a map at the hokitika isite and ride up to the forest via hokitika heritage walkway, which skirts past the airport. On your bike is a web site designed to be a reference for mountain bikers who need track information with clear, simple maps, photographs and descriptions.

Mountain biking is one of new zealands hottest adventure sports and new trails are constantly being built crisscrossing both islands. The eighth edition of new zealand s bestselling mountain biking guide has been fully revised to include all the essential information needed to guide you to the most exhilarating rides around the country. For your next holiday, choose from 22 great rides or 24 heartland rides and get in touch with the real new zealand. The south island offers a great range of outdoor mountain biking trails, cycling tracks, bike races, triathalons and other mountain bike or cycling attractions. Virgin forest, hero dirt, world class single track, incredible backcountry scenery, great food and drink, logistics covered and comfortable accommodation weve made sure all these ingredients go into our range of trips that escape the bike parks and crowds.

Hemming way said it best, it is by bicycle that you learn the contours of a country best. They continue to promote their passion by designing and building tracks, organising events and writing and publishing books about mountain biking. More information about totara park mountain bike tracks. Our location within the southern alps of new zealand grants us access to some of the most jawdropping alpine terrain.

South island mountain biking trails and cycling tracks offer trails to suit all levels of skill and experience. Molesworth station mountain bike track marlborough nz. Please see our faqs on how were adhering to all ministry of health guidelines. Mt hutt on your bike mountain bike tracks christchurch. Classic new zealand cycle trails by the kennett brothers. The trail is on lightly contoured land between dalefield road and kaipaitangata stream, east of the water tank making for some wicked humps and hollows, a few bridges and some nicely bermed. Find the best trails for mountain biking in new zealand. The link pathway, a 42km walking and cycling trail, began in 2005 to connect havelock, picton, anakiwa and the end of the queen charlotte track in marlborough.

In addition to the items mentioned in the mountain bikers code, take sun block, sunglasses, and raincoat. South island mountain biking, cycling, mountain bike. Located in the arch hill scenic reserve and adjacent to the north western cycleway, these trails are the ridetodestination for mixed grade trails in the heart of the city. Nga haerenga the new zealand cycle trails began as a vision to inspire people. Lake tekapo mountain biking trails and cycling tracks. The access turnoff is signposted on state highway 3, 3km south of the whanganui river motorway bridge, onto kaitoke rd. Take a walk, a great walk, through some of new zealands most aweinspiring landscapes on premier walking tracks. From native forests, lakes and rivers to rugged mountain peaks, deep gorges and vast. Explore the trails on your own, hire a bike, take a guided trip or book a. There is a growing number of specially designed mountain bike tracks in new zealand, as well as many single and 4wd tracks through beautiful native bush. Walking the wither hills provide an iconic backdrop to blenheim and the wairau valley, and are the perfect place for a short or long walk, up to the lookouts with panoramic views. If you are looking for an incredible nz mountain bike trip that will take you to the very best and secret local trails, while sipping the finest of craft brews and resting well in the most scenic of. Southland offers a great range of outdoor mountain biking trails, cycling tracks, bike races, triathalons and other mountain bike or cycling attractions. New zealand mountain bike tours ride like a local justmtb.

Guest blog by ritchie bath pushbikesgiant bikes nz ambassador there is something special about turning the cell phone off, joining some good friends and pedalling your way through stunning parts of nz. There is a shuttle service available which takes you and your bike from the main gate to the top of the park. Selected by expert mountain biker and photographer dave mitchell, they range from straightforward and easy rides close to our urban areas to challenging trips deep into the wilderness. Both volumes include 318 rides with 245 new trails added since the last edition. A few local tips will be sure to help you plan your ultimate bike holiday in queenstown.

The park, within the privately owned commercial tangoio forest, has been developed by the hawkes bay mountain bike club. Apr 21, 2015 the 10 best mountain bike rides in new zealand april 21, 2015 sports and outdoors. Whether youre a learner or advanced, young or old, with an hour or a week to spend in the saddle, were sure youll find your mountain biking trail. Whether youre looking to ride only the best mountain bike trails or if youre new to mountain biking and want to ride easy trails, singletracks has you covered. If you have a mountain bike locked up in the garage and need.

Downhill only downhill primary both directions uphill primary uphill only one direction. Trek mountain bikes offer the best mtb in every categorytrail, xc, downhill, fat tyre bikes and more. Your time in new zealand wont be complete until you experience the exhilarating adventure of the various mountain bike tracks across the country. But like some newer xc bikes, the 69degree head tube is a bit more relaxed, giving the bike a more playful, versatile ride. Mountain biking the best trails on new zealands south island. Manawatu mountain bike club 50 queen st, po box 1991, palmerston north, new zealand 4440 rated 4. The new zealand cycle trails nga haerenga by jonathan kennett. Mountain biking on coronet peak near queenstown, new. Southern lakes heli bike mountain biking redefined. Southland mountain biking and cycling directory, new zealand. Singletracks has information about more mountain bike trails around the world than any other source. Mountain biking irresponsibly during the covid19 pandemic puts you and others at risk.

Waitakere ranges mountain biking trails trailforks. For 2020, the doctrine gets a 12omm fox 32 rhythm fork and a. Sweet thing mtb tours nz epic new zealand single track. Successive editions of their classic new zealand mountain bike rides are the definitive guide, the bible, exhaustively researched and rich with.

Southland mountain biking trails and cycling tracks offer trails and tracks to suit all levels of skill and experience. 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. We handpicked epic rides from over 2000 new zealand mountain biking trails you will ride singletrack in stunning landscapes. Top mountain biking trails in nelson tasman new zealand. This tour takes in the best the north island has to offer from the mtb mecca of rotorua with 100km of purpose built single track though to the remote wilderness areas of the central north island with names like the forgotten highway and the bridge to nowhere, rides that have labels stating the longest continuous native forest ride in the country or one of the best. Sports by peter koch photo by matt ankeny new zealand is a fantastical land of seussian proportions, with toothy peaks, mossdraped rain forests, boiling mud pools, steepwalled fjords, outlandish animals and hardtopronounce names to match. Theyre versatile, light, and exceedingly capable, climbing as well as they descend and conquering trails from the dolomites to durango. Lake tekapo mountain biking and cycling directory, new zealand. The heaphy track is one of the nz great walks and as mountain bikers, we are.

Carterton mountain biking track tourism information from. Classic new zealand mountain bike rides kennett brothers. Justmtb love taking our guests on the best mtb rides in nz. Access roadtrail secondary access roadtrail white green blue black double black diamond proline. Its hard to imagine a better place for mountain biking than new zealand, where a seemingly endless network of forest trails, abandoned railways, farm tracks and other backcountry routes usher riders through an array of stunning landscapes, with the bonus offthebike activities such as walking, wildlife watching and wine tasting. All the tracks that appear on this web site have been ridden and photographed by the authors. 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. Based in christchurch, canterbury, there are plenty of tracks on the port hills, like the rapaki, kennedys bush, mt vernon, worsleys that offer plenty of challenges to mountain bikers of all abilities. Join a mountain bike tour that shows you the best trail secrets everyday. Woodhill mountain bike park located in west auckland, 40mins from the cbd. The nelsonmarlborough mountainbike trails book has 68 pages of trail descriptions, 94 colour photos and 34 topographic maps of trails. Aframe berm bridge drop jump gap jump ladder bridge log ride pump track rock face rock garden roller coaster skinny teeter totter wallride other. Clubs list of new zealand mountain bike clubs shops list of new zealand bicycle shops useful.

Lake tekapo offers a great range of outdoor mountain biking trails, cycling tracks, bike races, triathalons and other mountain bike or cycling attractions. Hit the queenstown trail network with confidence after exploring the information on the extensive range of mountain bike tracks throughout the southern lakes region. New zealand s north island has a wide range of worldclass mountainbike tracks, and mountain biking north is a guide to 34 of the best of these rides. Totara park mountain bike club, auckland, new zealand. New zealands hilly terrain makes it a fabulous mountain bike playground. In reality, new zealands mountain bikers have been fighting the same battles as us, and doing so for a very long time. Bike trails mountain bike tracks nz marlborough cycling. Over 100km of purposebuilt single track, loaded with more than 250 manmade features. The use of helicopters allow us to take our guests deeper into these remote areas that would otherwise be inaccessible by mountain bike. Just near the top a signpost points the way to several mountain bike tracks.