New Auckland Rider

[MPJ]

Hey guys,

I've been riding road bikes in Auckland the past few years but recently bought myself a KLR650 in anticipation of a RTW trip (not for at least 18 more months). Being a newbie at the off-road stuff I would really appreciate it if anyone wouldn't mind me tagging along on a ride or two and giving me some tips to get me going.

Cheers,
MJ

[haydes55]

Hi and welcome.

[Waihou Thumper]

You have come to the right place. There is a lot of knowledge out there and there is also a lot of bullshit..
But hey, that is what these forums are all about...
Keep an eye on things here, I am sure you will tag along for a few rides and contribute wisely...
Hello

[Crisis management]

Have a look at Northern Gravel Adventure riders on facebook (I think I got that right), they have lots of organised rides that may be of use to you as well.
If you feel like a bit of a ride in Feb, have a look at the Dusty Butt in central Otago now run by Epic events.
Cheers,
Iain

[Eddieb]

Welcome MJ, good choice of bike.

At Adventure Riding NZ we have tracks for rides around the Auckland area and have rides being organised all the time.

Eddie

[merv]

Yep doing it in the dirt is fun so welcome and stay off the tarseal as much as you can before those roads are all sealed over too.

[young1]

Welcome to the nut house :-)

Good choice of bike and awesome goal!