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(Milton St) , and if you enjoy that then ask about the Grampians . The Dun Mountain Trail network
ranging over the hills to the south of the city centre has lots of interesting options for fit,
keen mountain bikers, as does Codgers MTB Park . The new Great Taste Trail ( Click here ) of-
fers flat riding through the craft-beer- and wine-soaked countryside.
UBike
MAP
CYCLING
GOOGLE MAP
( 0800 282 453; www.ubike.co.nz ; Collingwood St Bridge; hire half-/full day $40/60) A short walk from the
i-SITE, UBike hires city and mountain bikes from its riverside caravan. Trail maps and
tips, plus espresso to get you going.
Gentle Cycling Company
( 03-929 5652, 0800 932 453; www.gentlecycling.co.nz ; 5/8hr tours $75/80) Self-guided cycle tours along
the Great Taste Trail, with drop-ins (and tastings) at wineries, breweries, cafes and occa-
sional galleries. Freedom bike hire (per day $45) and shuttles also available.
CYCLING
Biking Nelson
( 021 861 725, 0800 224 532; www.bikingnelson.co.nz ; 3hr guided rides $115, bike hire half-/full day $45/65) Hit
Nelson's mountain-bike trails with Dave and crew, who run entry-level to hard-core
guided rides (all gear provided) and offer freedom rental and advice.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Bike Barn
MAP GOOGLE MAP
( www.bikebarn.co.nz ; 114 Hardy St; hire per day from $40) Bike hire in the central city, plus servicing
and repairs.
CYCLING
Paragliding, Kitesurfing & Paddle Boarding
Nelson is a great place to get high or undry, with plenty of action in summer, particularly
around the rather divine Tahuna Beach. Tandem paragliding costs around $180, introduct-
ory kitesurfing starts at $150, and paddle-board hire is around $25 per hour.
Nelson Paragliding
(
PARAGLIDING
03-544 1182; www.nelsonparagliding.co.nz )
Kitescool
(
KITESURFING, PADDLE BOARDING
021 354 837; www.kitescool.co.nz )
 
 
 
 
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