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The Blog

Find out what people who ride bicycles in Auckland are talking about; what we like, what we don't like and what we disagree on. Join the conversation.

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Getting started

If it's been a while since you've ridden a bicycle and fancy giving it another go, check out this section to refresh your memory. If you’ve never ridden a bicycle, start here.

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Elsewhere

The bicycle is undergoing a renaissance around the world. It is the key to truly liveable cities providing fast, efficient, cheap and sustainable transport.

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Why Bother?

Cycling is an economic magic bullet. Find out why Auckland cannot afford to ignore the bicycle as a key component of an integrated transport system.

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Types of bicycles

  • Shopping/utility

    Shopping/utility bikes are ridden sitting in an upright position, which enhance...

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  • Cruiser

    Cruiser bikes generally don’t have any gears and have a fairly laid back ridi...

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  • Fixed Gear or single speed

    Fixed gear or single speed bikes have narrow tyres and are kept very simple wit...

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  • BMX

    BMX bikes are quite small bikes and are designed for jumps and stunts. However,...

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  • Racing/road

    Racing/road bikes are very light weight with thin tyres and are designed for go...

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  • Mountain/hybrid

    Mountain bikes often have suspension and knobbly tyres and are designed for off...

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