Gravel Biking - A Cycling Revolution
Otago has become recognised as one of the world's best gravel biking destinations.
GET INSPIRED!
A collection of inspirational blogs, stories and ride guides from the Otago bike trails, from Queenstown through Central Otago and Clutha to Dunedin.
You’ll probably arrive talking about our spectacular landscapes; more than likely thinking about our sensational food and wine; as well as planning those awesome cycle trails which you’re going to ride. But you’re likely to leave talking about the people you’ve met, the experiences you’ve shared and the new stories you’ve made.
In the meantime, until you’ve made your own, here are some great stories to get you started…
Adventure Made Easy
Ride Guides, cycling, Community & Environment
8 benefits of booking your next Otago cycling holiday through a bike tour company.
Full Circle
cycling, Ride Guides, Quick Reads
A fun comparison of Le Tour de France and a Big Loop around Otago's cycle trails.
One Day Winter Wonders
Ride Guides, Queenstown Trails, Lake Dunstan Trail, Otago Central Rail Trail, Clutha Gold Trail, Roxburgh Gorge Trail
The best bike rides on the Otago cycle trails in winter.
Trail Tipples
cycling, Ride Guides, Otago Central Rail Trail, Lake Dunstan Trail, Queenstown Trails
Exploring Otago Wine Country on New Zealand’s Best Cycle Trails.
Coronet Loop Lite
Ride Guides, Queenstown Trails, cycling
A shortened version of the Coronet Loop starting from Skippers Saddle and finishing in Arrowtown.
Bridges of the Otago Trails
Ride Guides, cycling, Walking, Photography & Video
Otago Bridges - a travel guide for walkers and cyclists
Best Things Along Dunedin Harbour Cycleway
11 of the best things to see and do along the new Dunedin Harbour Cycleway.
The Cairnmuir Circuit
Ride Guides, cycling, Lake Dunstan Trail
A classic Central Otago mountain bike or gravel bike loop ride, including the Lake Dunstan Trail.
In Pictures Clutha Gold Trail
Photography & Video, Ride Guides, Quick Reads, Clutha Gold Trail
Photo and video gallery of the Clutha Gold Trail.
Backcountry for Beginners
Ride Guides, Otago Central Rail Trail
The Mount Ida Water Race is a great backcountry mountain bike ride for beginners.
The Best Pies in Otago
Ride Guides, Otago Central Rail Trail, Lake Dunstan Trail, Quick Reads
A guide to the best pies in Otago along the cycle trails.