Explore the best of marlborough and tasman at the top of the south island on the ultimate bike, walk and sailing holiday. Our mountain bike tours are designed to accommodate riders from. South island cycle tours calendar of south island bike. The stateoftheart bicycles make it easy for the whole family to enjoy the trails, and the rental staff will help you identify which paths are best. The annual taupo mountainbike club summer series caters for all levels of riders from beginners through to the experienced racer. John alfords book bike hawaii is another good source of trail information.
The 6mile long island bike path is just as beautiful with tall trees surrounding bikers as they pedal through a dirt path. This content can be shared and edited for the purpose of promoting new zealand as a visitor destination. New zealands south island has some of the most spectacular mountain biking in the world. Our extensively researched, well paced, achievable trips are designed with adventure in.
We provide private, public and custom single to multi day trips that will blow you away. Add a scenic long island bike trail to the list and theres yet another reason to love this place. So grab a drink and find one of our offerings to suit your time frame. I have a rigid singlespeed surly karate monkey i had originally planned to rebuild with a suspension fork and gears and take that on the trip. South island and mountain biking new zealand forum. There is a mix of wide and narrow trails with a few undulating hills. The south island offers a great range of outdoor mountain biking trails, cycling tracks, bike races, triathalons and other mountain bike or cycling attractions. Mountain biking the best trails on new zealands south island. A locals guide to mountain biking new zealand sacred rides. The best mountain bike trails in new zealand singletracks.
South island mountain biking and cycling directory, new zealand. They continue to promote their passion by designing and building tracks, organising events and writing and publishing books about mountain biking. Mar 21, 2017 cathedral pines county park, middle island. Check out our top trails just the tip of new zealands epic mountain biking iceberg. I grew up in a sweet little place at the top ofthe south island called nelson, and boy does it ever have incredible. I decided not to when i hatched my plan for the bike bag that would fit my full suspension mountain bike if i took apart the real triangle. Frames and suspensions are designed to accommodate a bikes wheel size. 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. Now its your turn to discover the south islands best trails. Attached to the back of mom or dads bike, the trailabike makes family rides a breeze.
Located 90 minutes from christchurch, you can easily access one of the best mountain biking tracks in the south island, st james cycle trail. South island mountain bike, ebike, hike, trail running, horse, dirtbike, atvorvohv, snowmobile, snowshoe, downhill ski, backcountry ski, nordic ski trails. From turquoise lakes and lush peninsulas to snowcapped mountains and sparkling glaciers, the south islands majestic landscapes offer awe and adventure in equal measure. Places may still be available after this point pending the availability of accommodation with our service providers.
This book is a musthave purchase for any mountainbiking enthusiast. Mountain biking near lake tekapo, new zealand, with sacred. New zealand mountain biking tours tours available now. At escape adventures, its no secret, we love mountain biking. Published by simbs the south island mountain bike society hartland is a dedicated system of beginner and expert mountain bike trails 15 kilometres from downtown victoria. Visit two of new zealands most challenging cycle trails, dun mountain trail and old ghost road with this epic 7day cycle itinerary through the south island.
Experience some of new zealands world class scenery from a bike while being guided by world class experts. Not really a mountain bike trail as it is flat all the way. In the oparara valley a wilderness conservation area north of karamea a major community effort has opened 15km of old logging tracks for walking and mountainbiking. Top 8 mountain biking towns in new zealand yha new zealand. See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. Explore the world class bike trail networks of new zealand with justmtb. Apr 25, 2020 what better way is there to get an introduction to south island than by bike. The image is by sven martin, one of the worlds finest mountain. 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. Heckscher state park puts the great south bay and fire island in peripheral view. 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. As such, well wholeheartedly sample the extraordinary mountain biking throughout south island. New zealand mountain bike tours ride like a local justmtb.
Get ready for an epic mtb adventure of worldclass trails and jawdropping scenery as. Classic new zealand mountain bike rides south island kennett. Based entirely within north dunedin suburban area, in the 2nd week of the nz school holidays, the 2day, 2018 south island orienteering championships will be held on brand new or revised areas, mapped in 20167 by bryan teahan. 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. When you rent a bike from island bike we take the time to fit you to the perfect bike so your experience will be one to remember. South island cycle tours calendar of south island bike tour dates. The 320acre space near the carmans river is popular for its camping feature immersed in a forested area. Mountain biking south is a guide to the best mountain biking rides in the. Welcome to the south island mountain bike society riding in and around victoria, british columbia simbs is a notforprofit organization run by an enthusiastic team of volunteers who advocate for trail access, build sustainable riding areas, hosts events that promote mountain culture and engages the local community to provide an opportunity. Make sure to book a room at the milford lodge or lake te anau. We will arrange to collect you from the airport, say our hellos over a cup of coffee and get you out there riding. You cant blame us for wanting to try more trails and new destinations.
We offer exclusive all inclusive boutique style guided mtb tours of the north island, the south island or both islands of new zealand. Explore whichever ones you please and still have some energy left afterwards when you book a fullday selfguided cycle tour with electric bikes. The south island is renowned for its outstanding beauty and adventures. South island mountain biking, cycling, mountain bike. As a material, steel is highly durable and offers the cyclist a smooth ride. The regions mountain biking hubs, sooke on the southwest coast of the island, and campbell river and the comox valley on the central east coast, are all easily accessible by air or ferry. Get your mountain biking kicks from north to south island on these top ten mtb ride spots in new zealand. Classic new zealand mountain bike rides, south island burkes.
With just over a million people scattered across 151,215 sq km, youll have no trouble finding your own slice of wilderness on new zealands mainland. Island cup vancouver island mountain bike race series. The park also has the option for the bethpage mountain bike traila more intense offroad path for those with more experience. Made it back to denver 42 hours after leaving christchurch. Travel from sunny nelson down the west coast to wanaka and queenstown, along the way youll discover some of the best mountain bike parks in the country and a huge range of other attractions including glacier walks, rafting, bungy. Mountain biking in the south island, dave mitchell geographx. South island mountain bike tour 7 day south island dirt seeker mtb tour. Youll be amazed by how much territory you can cover on these bike tours of south island.
The 10 best south island bike tours with photos tripadvisor. Contact us to confirm your place prior to making any travel arrangements. Mountain biking near lake tekapo, new zealand, with sacred rides. The vancouver island cup mountain bike race series is bcs premiere grassroots race series spanning vancouver island. South island mountain biking, cycling, mountain bike trails. 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.
The 10 best south island hiking trails with photos. The section to ces clark hut is a tough mountain bike ride as its rough and narrow in places. From glaciated mountains, distinct for their biodiversity, our south island tour will traverse landscapes that change dramatically over relatively short distances and provide the most amazing mountain bike tour in the world. Biking is a great way to sightsee, and to explore the 4wheel drive roads that lace the island, particularly down to the mostly deserted white sand beaches on the west side. The south islands remote west coast region lays claim to some of the best mountain biking in new zealand. Island bike voted one of nantuckets best bike shops.
Choose the perfect mountain bike for your ride or shop all bikes at dicks sporting. South island mountain biking trails and cycling tracks offer trails to suit all levels of skill and experience. Puretrails new zealand have been operating supported cycling tours around the south island since 2004. Jan 06, 2017 mountain biking near lake tekapo, new zealand, with sacred rides. Travel from sunny nelson down the west coast to wanaka and queenstown, along the way youll discover some of the best mountain bike parks in the country and a huge range of other attractions including glacier walks, rafting. No problems with delayed flights or anything, they actually all ended up being early. Cycling opportunities on vancouver island, the gulf. Trails have been built and are maintained by simbs volunteers to a high. New zealand south island by mountain bike by robert merlino thoughts on the trip thursday april 16, 2015. Justmtb love taking our guests on the best mtb rides in nz. Classic new zealand mountain bike rides kennett brothers. Click through the gallery to see what trail gems await you on the south island. Make sure you have the skills, fitness and time to tackle it. The queenstown otago rail trail is graded introductory.
Mountain biking provides a unique and exciting way to experience the outdoors. Rabbit island nelson to mapua with ferry across at the end. Mountain bikes free shipping on all bikes at dicks. We have crafted a range of cycle tour packages on the nz cycle trail network that showcase the breathtaking scenery that the south island is famous for. Simbs is a notforprofit organization run by an enthusiastic team of volunteers who advocate for trail access, build sustainable riding areas, hosts events that promote mountain culture and engages the local community to provide an opportunity for everyone to ride. Aluminum is the most common material used to construct the frame of mountain bikes. Bicycling nantucket bike paths is the best way to see the island.
From turquoise lakes and lush peninsulas to snowcapped mountains and sparkling glaciers, the south island s majestic landscapes offer awe and adventure in equal measure. If you are to do one new zealand trip in your lifetime, this is it. What sets real mountain biking adventures apart from the rest. They specialise in the art of handcrafted mountain bike adventures around the world, and new zealand is their latest exciting offering. Riding here, in the wild, dramatic landscapes of new zealand youll experience some tough climbs and descents, as well as some lovely flowing singletrack.
If youve flown in, there are even tools available for you to assemble your bike. We are the voice of south vancouver islands mountain bike community. Mountain biking nz event guide to new zealand mountain. When we come across something so good, we just have to share it.
Plant your feet on your pedals as you take a spin on some of the most thrilling and perfectly crafted trails. Check out our top trails just the tip of new zealands epic mountain biking. Storm the south island on this mountain bike tour new zealand. Mountain bike trails near south island mtb project. Cycling trails in new zealands south island tourism new.
The north south trail was created back in the late 1980s, giving hikers, mountain bikers and to a lesser extent, equestrians, a fantastic. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Watch out for ongaonga tree nettle new zealands native tree nettle, ongaonga, may be seen along the paparoa track in the pororari valley. Bookings close one month prior to the departure date. Join a mountain bike tour that shows you the best trail secrets everyday. The 10 best mountain bike rides in new zealand gear patrol. Join us as we sample the south islands best mtb rides from christchurch to queenstown. You will need a reasonable level of fitness and we suggest 2 hours of cycling per week for the three months leading up to your trip. South island mountain bike, e bike, hike, trail running, horse, dirtbike, atvorvohv, snowmobile, snowshoe, downhill ski, backcountry ski, nordic ski trails. 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. The vancouver island region is a large area on the edge of the pacific, encompassing vancouver island and the gulf islands on bcs southwest coast. The tour status indications below of our south island cycle tours are a guide only.
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