New to Auckland

[xXGIBBOXx]

Hey All
The wife and I have just moved up to Auckland ( Howick) and so far Iam good at getting lost . Like having to pull over 5 times to get from Howick to Massey :Oops: all part of the fun aye. One was a truck tyre blowing in front of me does that count ? . Anyway rode the bike up from Palmy and loved it , so far i can get to work and thats bout it. Looking for someone to show me so fun road for after work /weekend rides . I am not fast ( can keep up with the motorway speeds no probs ) Never ridden In a group . Keen to go for a ride and not get lost for a change :facepalm:

[nzspokes]

Howdy.

We run a thing called SASS out south for beginner/returning riders. We do a group ride then a slow speed session. After that we normally head to the pub. Pop along, its fun. Link below,

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/117274-South-Auckland-Street-Skills?highlight=sass

[nathanwhite]

Hi.

I'm out west, so roads I frequent (occasionally) are

scenic drive/piha/hendersonValley-Mountain etc which is good for hour/hour and half hoons.
http://g.co/maps/y8tfz

or for a 2-4 hours this area is fun to explore in
http://g.co/maps/kdrvw

ah, for full day rides, once you get used to distance riding its not a huge stretch to get up to mangawhai, waipu or even further for lunch and back down again. Maybe you are, IDK

I know my way around most of those areas, but only because I've got lost there so many times!
I'm free most of next week so I'll PM you bout that.

Mostly these depend on what type of riding you like, really intense twisties, a not so intense, or quite laid back.
Also I know there is some good areas SW of greater auckland, but I haven't been out there much.

I know my way around most of those areas, but only because I've got lost there so many times!
I'm free most of next week so I'll PM you bout that.

[nathanwhite]

Ah, I forgot to say, there is a ride on in may up north. 3 day affair. It's catered to learner riders but welcomes all abilities

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/147511-Learner-Three-Day-North-Ride-(Friday-4-May)

[Zedder]

Hi.

I'm out west, so roads I frequent (occasionally) are

scenic drive/piha/hendersonValley-Mountain etc which is good for hour/hour and half hoons.
http://g.co/maps/y8tfz

or for a 2-4 hours this area is fun to explore in
http://g.co/maps/kdrvw

ah, for full day rides, once you get used to distance riding its not a huge stretch to get up to mangawhai, waipu or even further for lunch and back down again. Maybe you are, IDK

I know my way around most of those areas, but only because I've got lost there so many times!
I'm free most of next week so I'll PM you bout that.

Mostly these depend on what type of riding you like, really intense twisties, a not so intense, or quite laid back.
Also I know there is some good areas SW of greater auckland, but I haven't been out there much.

I know my way around most of those areas, but only because I've got lost there so many times!
I'm free most of next week so I'll PM you bout that.

State Highway 16 from Kaukapakapa to Wellsford is always good fun too.

[nathanwhite]

State Highway 16 from Kaukapakapa to Wellsford is always good fun too.

Definately gonna point him up that way :yes: Woodcocks Rd too

[5150]

Hey All
The wife and I have just moved up to Auckland :

I like to be the first to offer you my condolences sir

[Zedder]

Definately gonna point him up that way :yes: Woodcocks Rd too

Yep, all good.

[Zedder]

I like to be the first to offer you my condolences sir

Now, now, 5150 let's not go there.

[nathanwhite]

I like to be the first to offer you my condolences sir

Ay, wus dis bout auckland not being good? Tis de best place in nu zellun au.

[The Singing Chef]

can keep up with the motorway speeds no probs

That's not hard now is it? :innocent: I'll be able to show you around in about a month mate, know a few of the roads around here that will make you get a chubby.

[baffa]

If you ride a 250 you'll love ridge road in Pare, and old north road out west.