Central Otago NZ

06/10/2026

If your bike has spent winter in the shed and you’ve spent rather more of it than planned on the couch, then you are not alone!

Just a few short rides can help you rediscover your confidence and become comfortable on the bike again. Over six weeks, you can gradually progress from an easy ride close to home to a day ride or multi-day trip on one of Otago’s cycle trails.

https://www.trailhub.co.nz/inspiration/spring-cycling-for-beginners/

Haven’t ridden over winter? Follow this easy six-week training guide and build up to a multi-day spring ride on one of Otago’s cycle trails.

22/09/2026

Each spring, cyclists on trails across New Zealand and Australia are subject to an aerial assault from territorial magpies protecting their nests.

Here are some tips and tricks to help you out manoeuvre the magpie menace this spring!

https://www.trailhub.co.nz/inspiration/marauding-magpies/

16/09/2026

Are you ready to explore Otago by bike? From right here in centralotagonz to our friends in Queenstown, New Zealand CluthaNZ and Dunedin, New Zealand you can discover heritage, w**e, cuisine and colorful characters.

The Ngā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand Great Rides provide the connection as you explore along the Queenstown Trails Lake Dunstan Trail Roxburgh Gorge Clutha Gold Great Ride and Otagocentralrailtrail

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06/08/2026

The Ride Between - It’s not about the ride... on Otago’s networks of Great Rides, it’s about what you ride between, and the stops feel deserved and the food and w**e becomes an integral part of the experience.

https://www.trailhub.co.nz/inspiration/the-ride-between/

19/07/2026

In winter and the crisp, calm, clear days can make for some very enjoyable riding along our amazing network of world class trails.

And with cosy country pubs, cafes and w**eries and their roaring log fires at regular intervals there are plenty of opportunities (excuses) to stop, warm up and enjoy some classic Southern hospitality.

https://www.trailhub.co.nz/inspiration/10-tips-for-winter-riding/

Otago Central Rail Trail Clutha Gold Trail Roxburgh Gorge Trail Lake Dunstan Cycle & Walking Trail Ngā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand

The Otago cycle trails can be ridden all year, check out these 10 great tips for winter bike riding.

11/06/2026

Nevis Road in winter. It speaks for itself really.

Caution: Remember to check road conditions, pack chains, and ensure you are prepared for the conditions.

📸: James Jubb

09/06/2026

Stunning winter views in Naseby 🌲❄️

📸: Geoff Marks

05/06/2026

Pinot Noir season is every season in Central Otago. Pull up a seat at Wooing Tree in Cromwell!

📸: Wooing Tree

04/06/2026

Nothing says winter like a proper smoked meat platter at The Stoaker Room, Cromwell. 🍖 Grab a crew and get stuck in. Book ahead though, it fills up fast!

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02/06/2026

The Packing Shed. Good food, good people. 👨‍🍳

📸: Miles Holden