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Cars and bicycles have the same rights and follow the same rules – but they are not equals.
Any public conversation about on-road cycling in New Zealand seems to start an angry debate with two clear sides; motorists vs cyclists. A clean and respectful exchange may go something like, “Drivers must respect cyclists’ space on the road.”
Why can we win on the cricket field against all odds but lose at teaching our kids to cycle safely?
New Zealand has long been heralded as a progressive nation boasting many political and social advances, but somehow, we dropped the ball when it came to teaching our children bicycle safety
A simple safety measure every driver should adopt?
The 'Dutch Reach' can help drivers protest themseves and cyclists ‘Dooring’ is the term used to describe an incident where a bike rider is struck by an opening motor vehicle door, often resulting in injury to the rider. These very preventable accidents are not...
Ten minutes with Paralympian Fraser Sharp
This Kiwi cycling legend spoke to us about making cycling safer in Aotearoa, how to stay motivated, and the highlights of his career ahead of his pitch for a medal at the Tokyo Paralympics later this year. Tauranga local Fraser Sharp was knocked off his bike while...
The latest tech to improve your ride
Having the latest technology on hand can vastly improve your safety as a cyclist, as well as your enjoyment of riding. Cycling apps are constantly being updated and refined so that you can more easily track your route, time and speed metrics, road safety and fitness....
Top 4 BMX Jump Parks
There’s no better feeling than flying through the air and landing the perfect jump. And if you’ve never tried it, then there’s no better time to try it than now. The weather is beautiful, the trails are operating (many are closed during the winter due to unfavourable...
Lessons from Covid-19: Keep Your Distance
The 1.5m rule applies to cyclists too! It’s been a challenging year, but New Zealanders have learned some key lessons around physical distancing and it is hoped this new knowledge will help reduce road cyclist fatalities. A year ago, we hadn’t even heard of physical...
Top 4 New Zealand Cycle Trails to Ride this Summer
With border restrictions still in place due to the global Covid-19 pandemic, there’s never been a better time to get out and enjoy the stunning natural beauty of New Zealand. And what better way to see the country, than on a bike? With so many awe-inspiring trails to...
Avoiding Collisions on the Road
Do you know what the most common collisions are between bikes and vehicles? If not, have a read. It might surprise you – there are 10 common collisions that involve a high percentage of incidents on the roads. We’ll share one with you each week for the next 10 weeks...
Basic hand signals for first-time cyclists
Being confident riding on the road means being aware of what’s going on at all times, looking ahead, being visible to other road users and having the confidence to make quick decisions. Here are some tips for first-time cyclists.1. Hand signals must be used at least...
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Teach your child how to bike to school
1.Getting on the bike Get your child to hold the handlebars and squeeze the brakes. They lean the bike towards themselves and then step one leg over.2. Using the brakes Children's bikes may have brake levers or a coaster brake (this works when they push the pedals...
4 great cycling rides in our own backyard
1. Alps 2 OceanThe Alps 2 Ocean is the longest continuous cycle trail in the country. It covers 300km from the coastal South Island town of Oamaru all the way to Aoraki/Mount Cook, taking you – as the name suggests – everywhere from alpine environments to the ocean,...
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