HUTT CITY COUNCIL NEWS RELEASE

17 December 2012

Cycle into summer

Hutt City’s Summer of Cycling promotion is back for another year and is a great way to discover why the Hutt Valley is the region’s cycling capital.

With nine events, a series of regular rides, bike maintenance and learn to ride workshops over a three-month period, there’s something for everyone from hard-core mountain bikers to families looking for a fun day out.

Mayor Ray Wallace says the Summer of Cycling is a great way to discover the wealth of cycling tracks and trails the Hutt Valley offers.

“I’m challenging everyone who has a bicycle languishing in the shed or garage, to dig it out, dust off the cobwebs, and re-acquaint yourself with one of the most fun ways of getting about.

“There are plenty of events suitable for families and new cyclists, including the popular Bike the Trail event or Family Fun Day at the Waiu Park mountain bike area”.

“Experienced riders can challenge themselves with events like the epic Merida Karapoti Classic, the Akatarawa Attack and the Screaming-O. “

Hutt City Council is also offering a special discount on Phundamentals MTB Skills Clinics for $50 per person (usually $125). Spaces are limited and are expected to fill quickly. The course aims to give the basics on how to handle a mountain bike. A women’s only course is also available.

Highlights of the 2013 Summer of Cycling include:

• Wainuiomata Trail Project Family Fun Day – Saturday 26 January

• Akatarawa Attack Mountain Bike Orienteering Challenge – Sunday 27 January

• Go By Bike Breakfast - Wednesday 20 February

• Merida Karapoti Classic - Saturday 2 March

• R&R Sport PNP/College Sport Wellington MTB Champs - Sunday 10 March

• Bike the Trail – Sunday 17 March

• Screaming O – Saturday 23 March

• Pencarrow Frocknic – Saturday 23 March

For more information, visit www.huttcity.govt.nz/cycling or pick up a brochure shortly from your local bike shop or Council facility.

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