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WESTERN Bay of Plenty406 Devonport Road Phone: (07) 578 0016 Email: [email protected]
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Day Wednesday 1st Urban Trail RideDiscover a route that links Matapihi to Maungatapu to 16th Avenue and the K Valley. Suitable for 12 years and over. No booking required. Time 5.45pm
Contact Bruce Galloway 027 297 1213 Location The Strand waterfront, Tauranga
Day Wednesday 8th Urban Trail RideOn this ride discover the new Poike Overbridge at SH29A and link up Yatton Park, Windermere and Rowesdale. Suitable for 12 years and over. No booking required.Time 5.45pm
Contact Bruce Galloway 027 297 1213 Location Tauranga Intermediate, 18th Ave, Tauranga
Day Sunday 12th BOP Community Trails Trust Ngatuhoa RideRide from the end of Omanawa Road up to Ngatuhoa Lodge and then onto the beautiful Te Rere I Oturu waterfall. This is a challenging ride so a decent mountain bike and a good level of fitness is needed. Ride will take 3-4 hours. Suitable for those 16+ years. No booking required.
Time 9.00am
Contact Bruce Galloway 027 297 1213 Location Sealed end of Omanawa Rd, Omanawa
Day Sunday 12th Katikati Town Ride A 12km journey through trails and connecting roads to see the sights of Katikati. Bring your togs for a free swim at the Dave Hume pools afterwards. No booking required.Time 2.00pm
Contact Jacqui Knight 024 242 2005 [email protected] Location Noble Johnson Dr, Katikati
Day Sunday 12th Katikati Town Ride - Short CourseA 4km ride through parks, trails and connecting roads to see the sights of Katikati. Bring your togs for a free swim at the Dave Hume pools afterwards. No booking required.Time 2.30pm
Contact Jacqui Knight 024 242 2005 [email protected] Location Dave Hume Pool car park, Carisbrooke St, Katikati
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Day Wednesday 15th Urban Trail RideDiscover the network of off road trails that go from the Historic Village, through the Kopurerenga Valley and out to the Lakes. Suitable for 12+ years. No booking required.Time 5.45pm
Contact Bruce Galloway 027 297 1213 Location Historic Village entrance, 17th Ave, Tauranga
Day Thursday 16th Cycle Obsessed Ladies Mountain Bike RideA fun and social ladies’ mountain bike ride, any skill level welcome! Suitable for 15+ years. Gold coin donation to Summerhill Recreational Farm. BYO refreshments (optional) for social drink afterwards. No booking required.
Time 5.45pm
Contact Tracy Snow 021 244 4372 Location Summerhill, Reid Rd, Tauranga
Day Sunday 19th BOP Community Trails Trust Ruahihi Canals RideRide from the Ruahihi canals to McLaren Falls park and return. Suitable for 12+ years. No booking required.Time 9.00am
Contact Bruce Galloway 027 297 1213 Location Gunga Lane, 1km up Ruahihi Rd off SH29
Day Wednesday 22nd Urban Trail Ride23km loop which is mostly off road and links up numerous parks and reserves through Otumoetai, Matua, Bethlehem and central Tauranga. Suitable for 12+ years. No booking required.
Time 5.45pm
Contact Bruce Galloway 027 297 1213 Location Bottom of 17th Ave, Tauranga
Day Sunday 26th BOP Community Trails Trust Ultimate Urban Mountain Bike RideCombination of all the urban mountain rides around Tauranga. Approximately 30km. Suitable for 15+ years. No booking required.Time 7.30am
Contact Bruce Galloway 027 297 1213 Location Waterfront (Dive Crescent End), the Strand, Tauranga
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GET YOUR CREW TOGETHER
Wednesday 8th
Go By Bike Day - Leave the car at home.Try cycling to work or school. It’s fun, easy and costs nothing!
On Go By Bike Day from 6.45am – 8.45am look out for the Bike Month pit stops in various locations around town. Volunteers will be giving out prizes and light refreshments to cyclists commuting.
find out how to get your school involved by contacting Michelle Barns on [email protected] 07 578 0016 extn 803. Register by February 3rd to be in to win a $250 voucher from Avantiplus.
Day Sunday 29thJanuary
Waihi Beach Frocks on BikesJoin us in your Sunday best and ride about Waihi Beach with your friends and fellow frocked-up-bicyclers! Everyone welcome - all you need is a frock, bike, helmet and a sunny smile. 5km to 15km options available or just ride where you please. Individuals and groups welcome. Prizegiving at Waihi Beach Hotel 1.30pm. Gold coin donation. No booking required.
Time Register 10.00am to 10.30am
Contact [email protected] Location Waihi Beach Hotel, 60 Wilson Rd, Waihi Beach
Day All of February Otumoetai Foreshore Scavenger HuntCycle the Otumoetai Foreshore path, and find the answers to eight questions alongthe way to go into the draw to win a $100 bike shop voucher. No booking required. For further info go to www.sportbop.co.nz/scavengerhunt
Time In your own time
Contact Michelle Barns 578 0016 ext 803 Location Otumoetai Foreshore, between Harbour Drive and Fergusson Park
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Go to www.sportbop.co.nz/gobybikeday to find out where the pit stops will be.
SCHOOLS
Go in the draw to WIN 1 of 3 $100 vouchersFrom Avantiplus
Day Sunday 26th Bike Buy Sell Swap - Looking to buy or sell a bike?Need a bike? Want to get a bike that suits you better? Have a bike that needs a fix up? Or just want to ride to The Rising Tide? All bikes welcome. If selling, turn up at 4pm. All riders can take part in happy hour at The Rising Tide.
Time 4.00pm – 6.00pm
Contact Heidi [email protected] Location Soper Reserve, 95 Newton St, Mt Maunganui
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Day Wednesday 8th Frocks on Bikes Go By Bike DayJoin a leisurely guided ride from the Mount to Tauranga City via the Harbour Bridge, finishing on Wharf Street for coffee. No booking required.Time 7.30am
Contact Cara 027 365 4510 Location Outside Pizza Library, 314 Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui
Day Friday 10th Frocks on Bikes Gourmet Night MarketGrab your family or friends, jump on your bike and ride to the Gourmet Night Market at Coronation Park. No booking required.Time 6.00pm
Contact Cara 027 365 4510 Location Meet outside Omanu Surf Club, Surf Rd, Mount Maunganui
Day Thursday 23rd Frocks on Bikes Pilot Bay PicnicRide from the city to Pilot Bay for a picnic dinner (bring something along to share).Time 5.15pm
Contact Cara 027 365 4510 Location The Strand waterfront, beside Hairy Maclary statue
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LEARN AND GAIN CONFIDENCE
Day During February Travel Safe Intermediate School Cycling ProgrammeReal-time, real-environment cycle safety programme for intermediate students, with qualified instructors. Bookings essential.
Time Before and after school
Contact Travel Safe team 07 577 7000 Location Mount Maunganui, Otumoetai, and Tauranga Intermediate Schools
Day Starts Thursday 2nd
Be Cycle Savvy - Cycle Skills Course for AdultsIdeal for people new to cycling, who haven’t been on a bike for a while, or lack confidence. This five-week course will give you the skills and confidence to ride your bike in traffic and around the off road cycle paths in Tauranga. Limited spaces, registrations essential. In conjunction with CyclingNZ.
Time 9.30am to 11.30am
Contact Jen Riley, Sport BOP 07 578 0016 or [email protected]
Day Saturday 11th Be Cycle Savvy – Cycle Skills WorkshopBrush up on your bike handling and cycle safety skills. This 3-hour practical workshop will include a bike and helmet check, basic road cycling skills and negotiating traffic/intersections. Limited spaces, registrations essential. In conjunction with CyclingNZ.
Time9.00am to 12.00pm OR 1.00pm to 4.00pm
Contact Jen Riley, Sport BOP 07 578 0016 or [email protected] Location End of 17th Ave – near the skate park, Tauranga
Day Tuesday 28th Bike Set Up & Injury PreventionAn evening with a Physio discussing bike set up and injury prevention. Booking required.Time 7.00pm to 8.30pm
Contact Matt Clark 07 576 1860 Location Bureta Physio, 90 Bureta Rd, Tauranga
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GIVE IT A GODay Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th E-Bike Information and Demo Day
Receive practical and technical information on how to get the most out of an e-bike. This will be followed by the chance to ride a wide range of e-bikes. Bookings required. Please bring a helmet if you have one.
Time 10.00am – 3.00pmSessions being run on the hour
Contact Koops Cycles (07) 578 5406 or drop in to store Location Koops Cycles, Cnr Cameron Rd and 17th Ave, Tauranga
Day Sunday 19th Beginner Mountain Bike Session at Summerhill Come and try mountain biking at Summerhill with the support of a guide and a ‘quick skills’ session for younger riders. All ages welcome. The BBQ will be going; bring the family for a day out. Helmet and appropriate footwear required. No booking required.
Time 10.00am onward
Contact Tony [email protected] Location Summerhill, Reid Road, Welcome Bay
Day Sunday 19th Beginners/New to BMX Open Day Have a go at BMX with an introductory session on what to expect on club nights, how to start on our start gate and safely ride down the ramp, and club membership information. Club members available to help you. Bring your own bike (in good order with no stands attached) or try one of our club bikes. Essential to wear long sleeves, long pants, helmet, gloves, and closed in shoes. No booking required.
Time 1.00pm to 4.00pm
Contact Tania [email protected] Location Tauranga BMX Track, 280 Cambridge Rd, Bethlehem
Day Saturday 25th Beginner Mountain Biking at Oropi Come and try mountain biking at Oropi with the support of a guide and a ‘quick skills’ session for younger riders. All ages welcome. The BBQ will be going; bring the family for a day out. Helmet and appropriate footwear required.
Time 10.00am onward
Contact Tony [email protected] Location Oropi Grove, 460 Oropi Road, Oropi
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DO IT YOURSELFDay Tuesday 7th Bike Basics Workshop
Brush up on your bike maintenance skills. Learn correct bike set up, how to change a tube and maintain your bike. Bookings required.Time 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Contact [email protected] Location Avanti Plus Mt Maunganui, 37 Totara St
Day Monday 13th New to Biking Workshop for WomenBring your bike and learn basic maintenance skills such as how to change a tube, use a pump and bike set up. Bookings required. Time 5.30pm to 7.00pm
Contact [email protected] Location Edgewater Fan, waterfront on the Strand, Tauranga
Day Tuesday 14th Bike Basics WorkshopBrush up on your bike maintenance skills. Learn correct bike set up, how to change a tube and maintain your bike. Bookings required.Time 5.45pm to 7.00pm
Contact [email protected] Location Cycle Obsession, 536 Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui
Day Tuesday 21st Bike Basics WorkshopBrush up on your bike maintenance skills. Learn correct bike set up, how to change a tube and maintain your bike. Bookings required.Time 5.45pm to 6.45pm
Contact [email protected] Location Koops Cycles, Cnr Cameron Rd and 17th Ave, Tauranga
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LEAD THE PACK Day Wednesday 22nd
Ride Leader WorkshopAre you passionate about cycling and keen to share this passion with others? If so, then train up and become a cycle group leader. Learn how to lead a group of cyclists and how to cycle safely on the road. This workshop is open to all types and levels of cyclists. Registrations essential. In conjunction with CyclingNZ
Time 9.30am to 3.00pm
Contact Jen Riley 07 578 0016 or [email protected] Location Sport BOP, 406 Devonport Rd, Tauranga
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Recreational Cycle Groups Cycling Clubs
TAURANGA BMX RACE NIGHTSWe encourage riders to come along to our Summer club racing nights. Tuesdays - registration from 5.15pm - 5.45pm, racing starts at 6pm. Your first 3 goes are free.For more info go to http://www.sportsground.co.nz/TaurangaBMX or email [email protected]
TAURANGA MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE NIGHTSJoin the Tauranga Mountain Biking Club’s summer race series for adults and juniors (Years 4-8). Juniors register at 4pm, race starts at 4.30pm. Seniors register at 6pm, race starts at 6.30pm.For more info go to www.mtbtauranga.co.nz or email [email protected].
TAURANGA ROAD CYCLING CLUBThe club offers training rides every Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday. During daylight savings there is a handicap race series every Thursday and there are regular races throughout the year on a Saturday. All abilities welcome.For more info go to www.taurangacyclingclub.co.nz or email [email protected]
Monday ~ 9am. Women on Wheels. Start location varies between Paengaroa Hall; Gordon Spratt Reserve, Papamoa and Pukehina. All levels and ages catered for as we split into 4-5 groups depending on speed. For more info contact Susan Fowler - [email protected] or Maggy Buhler - [email protected]
Tuesdays ~ 9.30am. Welcome Bay Wheelers. Meet at Palmers, Ohauiti Rd. Suitable for mountain, trail and commuter bikes. For more info contact Andrew or Pam - 544 3272 / 022 413 7295
Wednesdays ~ 9am. Meet Sulphur Point, off Cross Rd, near Nautilus Restaurant. Suitable for those with a trail or mountain bike. Four levels—from leisurely to fast. For more info contact Cam - 552 4513 or Richard - 027 474 5122.
Wednesdays ~ 6.15pm. Meet outside Gouda Cheese Shop, 394 Cameron Rd, Tauranga. Suitable for those with a mountain bike. Ride for 2+ hours. For more info contact Tracy- 022 154 5640 or Martin - 027 294 7394.
Thursdays ~ 9am. Katikati Greyhounds. Social cycle group that explores trails around Katikati. Start location varies each week. Suitable for mountain and trail bikes. For more info contact Barbara McGillivray - 549 0900.
Sundays ~ 9am. Sunday Cyclists. Meet at Paengaroa Hall, Old Coach Rd, Paengaroa. Three groups to choose from. All levels catered for. We generally ride on cycle friendly routes that avoid main roads. Suitable for ALL types of bikes. For more info contact Jenny - 027 435 3669 / 578 8937. www.cyclebop.co.nz
Bike Month issupported by:
For further information please check out www.sportbop.co.nz/februarybikemonth
Or contact your local recreation advisor atSport Bay of Plenty
Michelle [email protected] • 07 578 0016 extn 803
Primary and Intermediate students Design your own helmet and win your design hand painted onto a helmet.
Download the template and get designing! www.sportbop.co.nz/designahelmet
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