Full Circle
cycling, Ride Guides, Quick Reads
A fun comparison of Le Tour de France and a Big Loop around Otago's cycle trails.
Otago Central Rail Trail
Will Nelson
Terra Sancta and the Vineyards of Felton Road
Will Nelson
Clyde Dam
Geoff Marks
Flat Top Hill, Alexandra
Geoff Marks
Keeping your chain clean and lubed is essential
Cameron Mackenzie
Lake Dunstan Trail
Coastguard Clyde
A collection of inspirational blogs, stories and ride guides from the Otago bike trails, from Queenstown through Central Otago and Clutha to Dunedin.
You’ll probably arrive talking about our spectacular landscapes; more than likely thinking about our sensational food and wine; as well as planning those awesome cycle trails which you’re going to ride. But you’re likely to leave talking about the people you’ve met, the experiences you’ve shared and the new stories you’ve made.
In the meantime, until you’ve made your own, here are some great stories to get you started…
cycling, Ride Guides, Quick Reads
A fun comparison of Le Tour de France and a Big Loop around Otago's cycle trails.
Otago has become recognised as one of the world's best gravel biking destinations.
Ride Guides, cycling, Community & Environment
8 benefits of booking your next Otago cycling holiday through a bike tour company.
Ride Guides, Queenstown Trails, Lake Dunstan Trail, Otago Central Rail Trail, Clutha Gold Trail, Roxburgh Gorge Trail
The best bike rides on the Otago cycle trails in winter.
Lake Dunstan Trail, Community & Environment, Otago Central Rail Trail
A tour of the Clyde Dam is a unique opportunity to explore this icon of the Lake Dunstan Trail.
cycling, Ride Guides, Otago Central Rail Trail, Lake Dunstan Trail, Queenstown Trails
Exploring Otago Wine Country on New Zealand’s Best Cycle Trails.
Trail Tips & Coaching, cycling
You're never too old to improve your mountain bike skills.
Ride Guides, Queenstown Trails, cycling
A shortened version of the Coronet Loop starting from Skippers Saddle and finishing in Arrowtown.
Ride Guides, cycling, Walking, Photography & Video
Otago Bridges - a travel guide for walkers and cyclists
11 of the best things to see and do along the new Dunedin Harbour Cycleway.
Walking, Queenstown Trails, Otago Central Rail Trail, Lake Dunstan Trail, Roxburgh Gorge Trail, Clutha Gold Trail
11 of the best short walks in Otago and close to the cycle trails, ranging from 30 minutes up to 3 h…
Ride Guides, cycling, Lake Dunstan Trail
A classic Central Otago mountain bike or gravel bike loop ride, including the Lake Dunstan Trail.