Cycling

Whether you're learning to ride, enjoy cycling as a sport, or a commuter cyclist we'll get you ready for the road.

Explore cycling resources at your library as well as events and important information for cyclists using Canterbury roads.

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Cycling in Christchurch

Cycling clubs and organisations
Contact information for clubs and organisations in Christchurch and surrounding areas. From CINCH.

Christchurch City Council information on cycling in the city:

Other cycling groups and initiatives in Christchurch include:

Cycling in Christchurch
RAD (Recycle A Dunger) bikes
Frocks on bikes
Locky Docks (free bicycle lock stations that can be locked using a Metrocard)

For kids

Westburn Reserve and Knights Stream bike parks have a set of pathways laid out as a street network, complete with intersections and street signs where kids can practice their cycling road skills safely.

Cycle Safe is a cycle skills education programme for schools. Students learn the benefits of cycling and how to ride with confidence and be road-wise.

Gap Filler Detour Pump Track features a series of asphalt bumps and colourful lines that give kids lots of options for biking, scootering or skateboarding.

Cycling books for kids

Cycling events

A variety of cycling events are held in and around Christchurch each year, including Le Race.

Aotearoa Bike Challenge is a competitive bike riding challenge held each February with achievement levels and prizes up for grabs.

Biketober is a programme of cycling events in Christchurch during October. There are various cycle skills classes, a self-guided cyclling Biketober passport and other events, activities and competitions.

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