This year's Season of Cycling has officially started and is being launched with a new tool to help encourage everyone to get on their bike and try out a new ride.
Terry Howes, Asset and Network Planning Manager says "Season of Cycling runs from October 2009 to April 2010 and encourages people to get on their bike and have some fun. And this year is even better, with plenty of great events and helpful information available to make cycling accessible to everyone in the city.
"The new tool is available to everyone and is the brilliant www.seasonofcycling.co.nz website. It has everything a seasoned cyclist and those new of cycling might want, including helpful maps and directions for some of the best rides in Christchurch. Find family rides, fun rides, hilly rides, mountain biking rides, road biking, BMX and rides that explore the city and the hills.
"Map your ride and download the directions. Check out the elevation of your route before you start so can judge how long it might take you," he says.
"There are tips and hints to help those who haven't cycled before, and cycling news and events to keep you up to date on all things cycling.
"Cycling is a great way to explore the city, get fit, get to work and ultimately have some fun. You can do it alone, in a group or with your family. It can be fast and furious, slow and leisurely, get you to work or to places you've never explored before.
"Check out the website www.seasonofcycling.co.nz today and find get motivated to cycle Christchurch,'' Mr Howes says.
