Tag: cycling in akaroa

New Zealand Cycling Day 21 Akaroa to Christchurch, a set on Flickr. On probably the hottest day of my stay my final day riding here in New Zealand and I took the (slightly) easier return route from Akaroa to Christchurch. Before I set off in earnest I stopped for some poached eggs and toast in…

Le Race is a tough sportive held in March between Christchurch and Akaroa.  I decided to follow the course on today’s ride and stay overnight in Akoroa described in the brochures as a little bit of France. Apparently French citizens at the turn of the last century were sold land in the area to encourage…