Scrambling around some work commitments, I found a way to take off 13-21 Feb and head from Welly to the South Island. Trouble is, I don't know the territory at all, and don't have near the time I'd usually take to plan a trip.
I have a WeeStrom with a fresh set of Michelin Anakee Adventures, and am looking to try out this gravel riding thing. Not looking for anything too likely to get me stuck or airlifted, some some scenic no-traffic easy-to-manage gravel to get me used to it after 30 years of being on tarmac.
I'm generally planning on a loop around Picton-Nelson-Hanmer Springs-Picton, staying at AirBnBs along the way (I don't have any camping gear).
Molesworth Station is on the list. Looks like the Twisting Throttle book names a few other rides in the area:
- French Pass
- Kenepuru
- Tasman
- Buller Gorge
- Karamea
- Maruia Saddle
- Rainbow Road
- Random Spur
Unfortunately, it seems the book is out of stock currently.
Does anyone know where I might find a copy of the book, or can recommend resources with a similar list and description of the kinds of roads I'm looking for? I'm sure whatever I see on this trip will be amazing, but it would be nice not to pass right by some great diversions just because I don't know about them! I did download the free routes from RemoteMoto, and may try them out.
I'm also keen to ride with other folks who can show me around (I'm riding solo this trip) if we can work out the timing, so PM me if you're on the way and up for some fun.
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