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  • 3 I'm riding in traffic-free places
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  • 4 I'm considering riding on the road
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  • 5 I'm not sure about commuting by bike
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  • 6 I commute by bike, but not every day
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  • 7 I ride my bike every day
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Events and Resources

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Ongoing

Mechanical Tempest

Come here to fix your bike, build one out of our bits and pieces, borrow a bike, and learn about what you need to do to keep your bike running smoothly and safely.

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Bikespace

Share in the knowledge of others in this communal space. Bring your bike and learn all about bikes, maintenance and even build your own.

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big bikers film night
Sunday 21st, Monday 22nd February and Tuesday 9th March

Big Bike Film Night

This collection of cycling short films has everything a cycle-centric audience could want – action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised for the two wheel devotee!

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ABC
February 1st - 28th

Aotearoa Bike Challenge

The Aotearoa Bike Challenge is a fun, free competition to encourage your colleagues to experience first hand joys and benefits of riding a bike. There are lots of fantastic prizes on offer to tempt your team, which we'll announce as the Challenge approaches!

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What could you do on a bike?

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