Classic New Zealand Road Rides: 100 Recreational Road Rides in New Zealand

The first edition of Classic New Zealand Road Rides is an invaluable guide to the sport and recreation of road riding. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cyclist, this guide has something for everyone.

Key Features:

• Getting Started: Learn how to buy a bike, set it up, and go on your first ride.
• Advanced Guidance: For ambitious riders, explore sections on training, racing, nutrition, and safety.

About the Authors:

• Kieran Turner: CEO of BikeNZ and a passionate road cycling enthusiast for many years.
• Jonathan Kennett: Author of the best-selling Classic New Zealand Mountain Bike Rides and four biographies of Kiwi road cycling legends, including Tino Tabak: Dreams and Demons.

Why Road Cycling in New Zealand?

• Since Sarah Ulmer’s Olympic Gold win in 2004, road cycling has experienced strong growth in New Zealand.
• Clubs and road races are booming, with cycling now often referred to as "the new golf."
• The Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge, attracting over 11,000 riders, is the largest road ride event in the Southern Hemisphere.

This guide is your perfect companion to embrace and explore the thriving road cycling culture in New Zealand.