The New Zealand Cycle Trails Nga Haerenga

Download or read book The New Zealand Cycle Trails Nga Haerenga written by Jonathan Kennett and published by . This book was released on 2017-10-02 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 is 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 as on the ride itself. This new edition covers several new sections of the trails, and provides updates on any on-going construction work. 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, elevation profiles and maps of each trail. This new fully revised edition also provides an introduction to Tour Aotearoa which goes from Cape Reinga to Bluff. It's a 3000-km length of New Zealand ride, taking in many of the Great Rides, and connecting them together with the safest and most enjoyable roads and tracks available. The route is fully open to the public. It can be done in one highly adventurous hit, or divided up into shorter lengths and completed over a period of time. Don't put your bike on the bike rack without this book!

Download or read book The New Zealand Cycle Trails Ngā Haerenga written by Jonathan Kennett and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!

Download or read book Tour Aotearoa Official Guide written by Jonathan Kennett and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This two-volume set provides riders with step-by-step instructions, route maps, and insider tips on how to cycle from Cape Reinga down to Bluff"--Back cover.

Download or read book The Rough Guide to New Zealand written by Rough Guides and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 1173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to New Zealand is the definitive guide to the world's adventure capital. Detailed accounts of every attraction, along with crystal-clear maps and plans, will show you the very best New Zealand has to offer - from the white sandy beaches and vast kauri trees in the north to the hairline fiords and penguin colonies in the south. Expert writers give you the tips you need for experiencing Maori culture and food, striking out on multi-day hikes, or tracking down Marlborough's tastiest sauvignon blancs. At every point, The Rough Guide to New Zealand steers you to little-known sights, like secluded hot pools, as well as popular places to hang out, such as Wellington's best cafés. Insider tips, planning itineraries, and author picks give you the inside scoop on the best accommodations across every price range. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to New Zealand.

Download or read book Wellington and around (Rough Guides Snapshot New Zealand) written by Rough Guides and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2015-10-05 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide Snapshot to Wellington and around is the ultimate travel guide to New Zealand's capital, packed with reliable information. There's comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from Te Papa museum and funky Cuba Street to the native birds of Zealandia. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you have the most enjoyable trip possible, whether you're staying for a short break or longer. The Rough Guide Snapshot to Wellington also covers the top places to visit outside the city, including Zealandia, the Miramar Peninsula and Matiu/Somes Island and the Hutt Valley. Also included is the basics section from The Rough Guide to New Zealand, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around Wellington, including transport, food, drink, costs and health. Also published as part of The Rough Guide to New Zealand. The Rough Guide Snapshot to Wellington and around is equivalent to 74 printed pages.

Download or read book Marlborough, Nelson and Kaikoura (Rough Guides Snapshot New Zealand) written by Rough Guides and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-10-05 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide Snapshot to Marlborough, Nelson and Kaikoura is the ultimate travel guide to these alluring parts of New Zealand, packed with reliable information. There's detailed coverage of all the sights and attractions, from whale watching in Kaikoura to browsing in Nelson's lively Saturday market. Comprehensive maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and vineyards, ensuring you have the best trip possible, whether you're passing through or staying for longer. The Rough Guides Snapshot to Marlborough, Nelson and Kaikoura covers the Marlbourgh Sounds, the Queen Charlotte Track, Abel Tasman National Park, Golden Bay, Farewell Spit, the Heaphy Track, Nelson Lakes National Park and the Marlborough Wine Country. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to New Zealand, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around Marlborough, Nelson and Kaikoura, including transport, food, drink, costs and health. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to New Zealand. The Rough Guide Snapshot to Marlborough, Nelson and Kaikoura is equivalent to 106 printed pages.

Download or read book The Cyclist's Bucket List written by Ian Dille and published by Rodale. This book was released on 2015-07-07 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The smell of lavender at a roadside picnic, waiting for the Tour de France to race past. The Pacific Ocean view from the 10,000-foot summit of Hawaii's Haleakalaā volcanic crater (after 5 hours of uphill riding). A fresh Fat Tire ale hitting your lips at the new Belgium brewery in Fort Collins, Colorado. These, and a wide-ranging variety of other experiences, all rooted to a specific location or event, comprise The Cyclist's Bucket List. The book will definitively catalog both the iconic and little known--the accessible and aspirational--sensory and emotional experiences that instill cyclists with a deep passion for the sport. In this book, Ian Dille compiles and showcases the world's quintessential cycling experiences through extensive research and interviews with expert sources, vivid storytelling, stunning photography, and compelling design. The format includes lengthy in-depth descriptions as well as much shorter, easy to consume write-ups, ranging from locations such as Italy and Belgium to Nova Scotia and Texas. The Cyclist's Bucket List will serve as an indispensible, lifelong guide for every cyclist.