If you haven't ridden along the Railway Reserve yet, this would be a great opportunity to do so. If you have ridden it, it's still a great ride and of course it would be an opportunity to meet other cyclists or just to enjoy being out on a bike. Invite your friends and get them to dust off their bikes. This is a great family ride and  for those that are new to cycling, as well as experienced cyclists.

This is a great opportunity for a cultural exchange between Nelson and Tasman. It's a chance to find out a little more about our neighbours. We realise that some people may be a little bit concerned about the language barrier and strange customs however don't let that put you off, we expect that our common bond 'the bike' will help us overcome this.

There are two starting points to this event; Richmond and Nelson. This group will start at the Clock tower in Nelson and another will start at the Richmond end of the cycle way (here). You're welcome to join the groups anywhere along the route and the two groups will meet somewhere in the middle (perhaps Stoke for coffee). Some from the Nelson end may then continue to Richmond and some from Richmond may continue to Nelson (combining with those riders that turn around at that point). Just in case you needed any more incentive (apart from the chance to get out and meet other cyclists and have a great bike ride), we will have some spot prizes.  The fitter riders may wish to continue onto the Great Taste Trail to Mapua or Brightwater or perhaps go mountain biking in Nelson.

This ride will be on regardless of the numbers and regardless of the weather !

The route to Nelson-Richmond is approximately 13km (so a 26km round trip for those that ride the full length of the route and back). It is mostly flat however and the route doesn't require a high level of fitness.  Note that everybody is responsible for their own health and safety and that of any children that they bring on the ride. The majority of the route is off road but there is a section down Beatson Rd. and also a section on road in Nelson city.

The event is listed on Facebook with two separate starts, why not 'Join' us:

https://www.facebook.com/events/159325560900689/ (Nelson Start)

https://www.facebook.com/events/186134208202434/ (Richmond Start)