Crafted by our local knowledge, we show you the best of new zealand mountain biking. Looking for christchurch cycling and mountain biking adventures or activities. Mountain bikes share similarities with other bikes but incorporate features designed to enhance durability and performance in rough terrain. If youre into the rough stuff, youll find plenty of thrillpacked mountain bike parks within a hours drive of the city. The misty mountain hop adventure takes in the very best mountain bike experience for anyone wanting to dive into new zealand s epic riding scene. New zealand mountain bike tours ride like a local justmtb. The best mountain bike trails in new zealand singletracks. Deciding to have a crack at a jump some local kids had built in the park, i soon found myself sailing over the. You are guaranteed a cycling holiday to remember, with a fresh experience, panoramic view or beautiful landscape to be found around each bend. The new zealand cycle trails 22 great rides offer offroad cycling and mountain biking through the countrys most amazing landscapes.
Akaroa and banks peninsula mountain biking, cycling, mountain. Global mountain bike market report 2017 forecasts to 2021. One trend in the market is mountain biking tourism acts as a catalyst for economic development. Mountain biking is one of new zealands hottest adventure sports and new trails are constantly being built crisscrossing both islands. Adventure 12 tramping guides 29 tramping culture and huts 21 flora and fauna 30 recipe books 4. New zealand mountain biking is perfect for those who want a more rugged adventure. Specialising in mountain biking guided tours in new. Millions of products all with free shipping new zealand wide. The annual taupo mountainbike club summer series caters for all levels of riders from beginners through to the experienced racer. Wellington, new zealand mountain biking trails trailforks. Published by new zealands gurus of mountain biking, the kennett brothers guide includes all the essential information needed to take you to the most exhilarating mtb rides around the county. If youve ever dreamed of leaving the shire and exploring middle earth, this is the way to do it.
Nelson will host up to 500 elite riders in the new zealand leg of the mountainbiking series next year. Mountain biking irresponsibly during the covid19 pandemic puts you and others at risk. The purpose of the pmbia is to inspire excellence in mountain bike instruction, guiding, and coaching. Online shopping for mountain biking from a great selection at books store. New zealand mountain bike trails mountain biking in new. Find the best trails for mountain biking in new zealand. Scott p brown united states ambassador to new zealand, august 2018. 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. Lonely planet cycling new zealand travel guide lonely planet, kennedy, scott on. In this guide, well help you increase your speed and agility to get the most out of your mountain bike.
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. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. 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. For 25 years, the kennett brothers have carved a name for themselves in the sport of mountain biking. Mountain biking books run a gamut from practical to aspirational. Mountain biking is a sport of riding bicycles offroad, often over rough terrain, using specially designed mountain bikes.
Over 100km of purposebuilt single track, loaded with more than 250 manmade features. Classic new zealand mountain bike rides kennett brothers. There are many components to mountain bike training. Real mountain biking adventures nz ltd home facebook. All you need is a bike and some enthusiasm there is a huge range of tracks from the famous makara peak to mount victoria, right on the citys doorstep. 350 mtb rides throughout new zealand 38 mtb parks good places to ride near your town 19 great rides great rides for everyone cycle touring a holiday on your bike.
New zealand mountain biking tours tours available now. Molesworth station mountain bike track marlborough nz. From learning the basics, dialling in your technical or cornering techniques, getting air time and right through to getting race ready. Real mountain biking adventures nz ltd, raumati south, new zealand. Akaroa and banks peninsula offers a great range of outdoor mountain biking trails, cycling tracks, bike races, triathalons and other mountain bike or cycling attractions. Professional mountain bike instructors association pmbia. The 10 best mountain bike rides in new zealand gear patrol. There is a growing number of specially designed mountain bike tracks in new zealand. New zealand mountain biker is new zealands leading dedicated mountain biking magazine published quarterly. Download the christchurch bike guide and map pdf, 7.
Waitangi mountain bike park, 33 bayly rd, waitangi 0293, new zealand. Blog articles on mountain biking in new zealand 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. Thanks new zealand mountain biking for a great experience riding in the forest. Go mountain biking in new zealand tourism new zealand. Wellington is amazing for mountain biking and has something for everyone. Mountain biking nz event guide to new zealand mountain. New zealand is a great destination for an active cycling or mountain biking break, with accessible riding trails and tracks near most cities and towns.
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. Mountain biking and music go handinhand, and the selection of the right track can get a rider pumped to take on any trail. Mountain biking in new zealand, mountain bike tracks in new. Latest results, news update and gossips from enduro mountain bike races and events from around the world. 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. Some books explore the history of mountain bikes and the sport. Sep 01, 2009 lonely planet cycling new zealand travel guide lonely planet, kennedy, scott on. One of our goals at the adventure junkies is to share our love of mountain biking.
New zealand s hilly terrain makes it a fabulous mountain bike playground. Trainable skills include aerobic fitness, strength, balance and agility, technique and mental fortitude. They continue to promote their passion by designing and building tracks, organising events and writing and publishing books about mountain biking. 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. Through industryproven content and instruction, the pmbia assists mountain bike instructors, guides and coaches to deliver consistent, professional, training standards, worldwide. 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. We are mountain bikers who love to go mountain biking, both locally and to all the different locations around new zealand. Woodhill mountain bike park located in west auckland, 40mins from the cbd. I came close to giving up mountain biking forever on a fateful day two years back. 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. 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. 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.
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