
Correct Helmet Fit
Trail Tips & Coaching, Quick Reads
A quick guide to correctly fitting your bike helmet.
Terra Sancta and the Vineyards of Felton Road
Will Nelson
An iconic traverse of Otago from Lake Whakatipu in Queenstown to Lake Waihola on the Coast.
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Roxburgh Gorge Trail
Geoff Marks
The Hawkdun Range, Oteake Conservation Park
Geoff Marks
An easy bike ride for families along the Lake Dunstan Trail
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Lake Dunstan Trail
Geoff Marks
A shortened version of the epic Coronet Loop backcountry mountain bike trail
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Coronet Loop, Queenstown Trails
Geoff Marks
Roxburgh Gorge Trail
Geoff Marks
Tips to prepare for your first multi-day trail ride…
Cycling Tips for Beginners
Keeping your chain clean and lubed is essential
Cameron Mackenzie
Lawrence on the Clutha Gold Trail
Clutha NZ
f/8 and be there! Tips and tricks for improving your photography
f/8 and be there!
Queenstown, New Zealand
Riley McLay
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…
Trail Tips & Coaching, Quick Reads
A quick guide to correctly fitting your bike helmet.
Up-Cycles repairs old bikes and donates them to those in need via local community groups.
Community & Environment, Ride Guides, Lake Dunstan Trail
The Coastguard is a crucial resource for rescuing injured walkers or cyclists across the Otago trail…
Ride Guides, Trail Tips & Coaching, Quick Reads
10 great tips for winter riding on the Otago Trails.
Ride Guides, Community & Environment, Clutha Gold Trail
A remarkable 62km extension to the Clutha Gold Trail is nearing completion. This ambitious project w…
Ride Guides, Photography & Video, Quick Reads, Queenstown Trails
A stunning photo gallery of the Queenstown Trail - a network of over 130km of purpose-built walking …
1964 Magazine recounts how women's bike dress played a part in the campaign for equality.
Ride Guides, Photography & Video, Otago Central Rail Trail, Quick Reads
Best of the Otago Central Rail Trail - a stunning video and photo gallery.
Trail Tips & Coaching, Ride Guides, Quick Reads
12 essential tips for safe and enjoyable E-bike riding.
Ride Guides, Walking, Photography & Video
A gallery of spectacular autumnal photos from around the Otago Trails.
Ride Guides, Lake Dunstan Trail, Roxburgh Gorge Trail, Clutha Gold Trail
Rob McFarland of Explore Magazine on cycling New Zealand's latest spectacular Great Ride
Community & Environment, Photography & Video
Brett is the Taupō-based founder, curator, and self-described pedlar, of the Big Bike Film Night – a…