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Can I hire a bicycle?
The New Zealand Cycle Trail is a government led national project that has built a network of world class cycle trails. Over 2,500km of trails catering for a range of cycling abilities from beginners and families to more experienced and competitive riders.
Imagine riding through the cool of the New Zealand bush, dense with fern, dappled with light and the only sound is the call of native birds loud above the hum of your bike.
Or imagine a trail that rounds a wide sweeping bend to a view that simply takes your breath away – stunning snowcapped peaks mirrored in a deep, still lake.
Journeys such as these exist – they are real examples of what 'The New Zealand Cycle Trail' has on offer. And it all started with an idea...
The Great Rides are the premier rides on the New Zealand Cycle Trail. They are predominantly off-road trails that showcase the very best of New Zealand's landscape, environment, culture and heritage.
Further on-road cycle touring routes are also being added to the New Zealand Cycle Trail, with the long-term aim of developing a nationwide cycle network, enabling locals and international visitors to explore all of New Zealand by bike.
The Redwoods mountain-biking trails in Rotorua has world class trails for all levels. The Skyline in Rotorua and Queenstown and also Banks Peninsula near Christchurch have downhill tracks with cable car ascents. Woodhill in Auckland also has good mountain bike trails.
ONLY A FEW MOTORHOME HIRE OPERATORS OFFER BIKE RACKS WITH BIKES TO BE HIRED SEPARATELY FROM NATURAL HIGH OR OTHER LOCAL BIKE HIRERS.
Pacific Horizon: All Pacific Horizon vehicles have the option of bike racks. For NZ$150 these can be installed but must be requested in advance as there is limited stock. They are designed to hold 2 standard bikes, however with batteries removed can hold 2 e-bikes. The bike racks have the adjustable clips/straps for standard bikes, but e-bikes being bulkier, require more support, so it is up to the client to secure them (& at their own risk). Some clients have attached a third standard kids bike onto the twin rack also - again with additional support (& at their own risk)
Wendekreisen: A bike-rack can be added to all Wendekreisen 2-berths and comes at $75 as a one-off surcharge. The racks can hold up to 2 regular/mountain bikes but no e-bikes (due to weight limitations).
Discover Motorhomes: The Discover 4 Berth Deluxe, 4-6 Berth and 6 Berth Deluxe motorhomes can be fitted with bike racks to accomodate 2 x bikes. There is a charge of $100 per hire duration.
Road Runner Rentals (RRR): The RRR Nomad 3 Berth is the only model that all of the vehicles in the category has bike racks. There is no additional charge for the bike rack. The bike racks hold 2 bikes with a total weight limit of 40 kgs.
Bike hire:
Bike hire is available from Natural High in Christchurch, who have a relationship with a bike shop in Auckland to help facilitate One Way hires. This is by special arrangement and does incur bike relocation fees additional to our bike hire rates. Contact Natural High via contact details below for costs and bookings.
Choose from comfort model, great for country trails and town riding or mountain bike for off-road riding.
All the essentials you need are included in the per day hire price and there plenty of optional extras available for those looking for that something extra.
The bikes will be securely transported in bike racks that are fitted to the back of the campervan upon hire. Note: You would be liable for any damage the bikes may cause to the vehicle.
Below is an example of bikes/ prices available
What's included:
Helmet, flat pedals, bottle cage, rear rack, puncture repair kit, pump, spare tube, tyre levers, multi tool and lock.
How to book:
What do they cost: Mountain Bike or Comfort Bike: NZ$38-71 per day, depending on hire duration.
- Bicycles are all general-purpose mountain/comfort bikes suitable for both road use and off-road conditions. Specialist bikes such as full suspension bikes, road bikes or touring bikes can be arranged for an additional charge.
- Similar children's models are available on request.
- Child seats are available and can be fitted on request.
- A bicycle rack will be fitted to the motorhome at the campervan depot. Clients will then be required to drive to the nearby Natural High Ltd Christchurch premises to collect their bicycles (or at the bike shop in Auckland if this has been arranged with the bike shop by Natural High in advance). This enables clients to receive a quality bike of the correct size and ensures that clients receive a full briefing on the use and maintenance of the bicycles.
Their location is:
Natural High,690A Harewood Road, Harewood, Christchurch. [email protected] or +64 3 9822 966
Natural High Ltd has the following hours:
Summer: 1 October – 31 March:
Monday to Friday - 09:00 – 17:00,
Saturday - 10:00 – 16:00,
Sunday & Public Holidays - Closed
Winter: 1 April – 30 September:
Monday to Friday - 09:00 – 17:00,
Saturday & Sunday & Public Holidays - Closed
T&C’s:
- Bikes must be collected and dropped off at the Natural High Christchurch premises (or at the bike shop in Auckland if this has been arranged with the bike shop by Natural High in advance).
- A maximum of two bicycles can be carried on the Wendekreisen motorhomes, and a third standard kids bike onto the Pacific Horizon’s twin rack also - again with additional support (& at their own risk).
- Please note that all bike bookings picking up on the weekend must be made at least 48 hours in advance.
- A helmet is compulsory in New Zealand.
- A cycle lock and puncture repair kit, tyre levers and multi tool are supplied with each bicycle.
- The hirer is responsible for repair or replacement costs in cases of damage or loss of the bike and accessories. This includes but is not limited to scratches to bike frames, buckled wheels, damage by keas, missing pumps, locks, multi tool kits, tyre levers and computers.
- No refunds will be made for early returns, late pick-ups, no shows or changing your mind on the day of the pick-up.
- In order to assist Natural High with providing appropriate bike size on collection we would appreciate it if you could provide them your height in advance.
- You can view hire rates at www.naturalhigh.co.nz, contact Natural High to book via email at [email protected] or phone +64 3 9822 966. When contacting them please advise your booking reference, date and location of bike pick up.
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