Great deals on bikes from Cannondale, GT, Marin, Merida, Schwinn, and Surly.

Shop Now

Hear from our adventure experts

Image caption appears here

Add your deal, information or promotional text

Explore Christchurch and beyond

Our urban hire bikes are perfect for strolls through Hagley Park

Waikato

  • 1 min read

Waikato

Distinctive volcanic and limestone landscapes, lush native forests, and NZ’s longest river; the mighty Waikato. In Waitomo, explore underground cave networks, and visit the iconic glow worm caves. Waikato has three NZ Cycle Trail Great Rides: The Hauraki Rail Trail, backcountry Timber Trail, and challenging Waikato River Trails. Te Awa follows the river for 70km, the route weaves through rural and urban landscapes, taking in waterfalls and historic Maori sites as well as trendy shops, cafes and wineries.
MTB Parks include Sainsbury Road in the Waipa District, Pukete Farm in Hamilton city, Cougar MTB Park near Tokoroa. And check out loops in and around Raglan, in Otorohanga.

Waikato Dirt Features

Riding the Timber Trail by Dave Mitchell

Waikato River Trails

A local's guide to cycle trails in Waikato, NZ

Take a look at some of the top cycle trails in the Hamilton & Waikato region. Cycling enthusiast Glyn Wooller chats about his passion for cycling and the variations of tracks and trails the Waikato region of New Zealand has to offer including the Waikato River Trails, Hauraki Rail Trail, Te Awa - The Great New Zealand River Ride and The Timber Trail.

Search