Hawkes Bay by Bike: Three Days of Coastline, Rivers & Vineyards
An unhurried journey through Hawke’s Bay’s estuaries, river valleys, coastline and some of New Zealand’s most celebrated wine country. With over 200 kilometres of interconnected, flat cycle trails, Hawke’s Bay is one of those rare destinations where cycling feels less like exercise and more like indulgence. With the assistance of Takaro Trails, we planned our three-day cycle […]
How to experience the Dunstan Trail and neighbouring gorges in comfort
I’ve long wanted to cycle the Dunstan Trail in Central Otago with its novel “clip on” sections, bolted to the rock. In fact, I’ve previously cycled part of it from Smith’s Way (the start of the Dunstan Trail) to the Bannockburn Bridge. Thus far, it was just grade two. However, I have not ridden past […]
The Queen Charlotte Track – New Zealand
I’ve recently hiked the Queen Charlotte Track. I’m trying to tick off some of New Zealand’s great outdoors experiences while I can, but I’m always inspired by other walkers and cyclists I’ve encountered. Many are considerably older than I am, giving me great hope! For those of you not in the know, the Queen Charlotte […]