Ride
Title | Ride PDF eBook |
Author | Jonathan Kennett |
Publisher | |
Pages | 218 |
Release | 2004 |
Genre | Bicycles--new Zealand--history |
ISBN | 095834907X |
Every branch of New Zealand's cycling history, from Sarah Ulmer's Olympic ride in 2004 back to the boneshakers of the 1860s, is celebrated in this book.
Classic New Zealand Cycle Trails
Title | Classic New Zealand Cycle Trails PDF eBook |
Author | Kennett Brothers |
Publisher | |
Pages | 296 |
Release | 2018 |
Genre | Bicycle touring |
ISBN | 9780994145420 |
Covers a nationwide network of the best biking holidays this stunning little country has to offer. Includes 23 Great Rides, 24 Heartland Rides and 30 connector rides.
The Bikes We Built
Title | The Bikes We Built PDF eBook |
Author | Jonathan Kennett |
Publisher | |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2021-09 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9780995137660 |
The Big Loop
Title | The Big Loop PDF eBook |
Author | Dunc Wilson |
Publisher | |
Pages | 248 |
Release | 2019-10 |
Genre | Bicycle touring |
ISBN | 9781869539979 |
In August 2015, Dunc Wilson became the first person to circumnavigate New Zealand on a bike. This 10,940 km journey followed one rule: cycle the closest available route to the coastline. The Big Loop candidly details Wilson's 240-day cycling adventure, through native bush, ragged coastlines, farm stations and more demonstrating how acquainting oneself with our country is best achieved under 100 km/h.
The New Zealand Cycle Trails Ngā Haerenga
Title | The New Zealand Cycle Trails Ngā Haerenga PDF eBook |
Author | Jonathan Kennett |
Publisher | |
Pages | 304 |
Release | 2013 |
Genre | Bicycle trails |
ISBN | 9781775534891 |
How to enjoy New Zealand's cycle trail network, by a writer who knows them like the back of his hand. Nga Haerenga - the New Zealand Cycle Trails - began as a vision to inspire people to experience New Zealand's great outdoors by bike. This book will show you how to enjoy the trails; expert writer Jonathan Kennett knows them like the back of his hand. It's stuffed full of useful information on the different trails - how to get there, what you will see, level of difficulty, things to take, places to eat and places to stay. There is fascinating background information on each area - its history and the local flora and fauna - as well on the ride itself. There is also a highly practical section full of advice on choosing the right bike, gear to take, cell phone coverage in the different areas, weather and the best times of year for each trail, environmental care and useful websites. Written by New Zealand's top cycling writer, the book is aimed at family groups and first-time cyclists as well as more experienced groups. It's accompanied by colour photos of the trails, elevation profiles and maps of each trail. Don't put your bike on the bike rack without it!
The Official New Zealand Code for Cyclists
Title | The Official New Zealand Code for Cyclists PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Pages | 80 |
Release | 2013 |
Genre | Bicycles |
ISBN | 9780478407396 |
Bikepacking Aotearoa
Title | Bikepacking Aotearoa PDF eBook |
Author | Jonathan Kennett |
Publisher | |
Pages | 208 |
Release | 2021 |
Genre | Bicycle touring |
ISBN | 9780995137684 |
"The trips range in length from two days to two weeks ... Each ride is accompanied with a map, an elevation chart and photos. There are sections on choosing a bike, what gear you really need and how to prepare for a trip in the back of beyond"--Back cover.