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Of medium concern across the cluster, local surveys show a lower than national average of cycle helmet compliance rates. There is a lack of driver understanding of road rules including how to correctly use established cycle lanes. Anecdotal evidence suggests an increase in popularity of cycling in region.
PEDAL READY
Pedal Ready is a cycle skills programme provided to schools and adults in the Wellington region. Training involves a bike and helmet safety check, bike handling skills and exercises to build confidence on a bike in preparation for all their future riding – whether it is out with friends or family, on the BMX track, mountain biking, or riding on the road. Read more about Pedal Ready.
for more info, feel free to allow us to help coordinate a group for training. Email Holly rsc@wairsc.org.nz
HURI HURI - CYCLING IN WAIRARAPA
Cycling is for everyone! 
Wairarapa is a great place to get on your bike, get outdoors, get active and get involved!
With one of NZ's Great Rides, amazing tours, beautiful local trails, mountain biking parks, active cycling clubs and family friendly places to ride there's cycling fun for everyone!
The aim is to showcase all that is on offer in our fabulous Region, Huri Huri creates a one-stop-shop for our communities and visitors alike.
Share with your friends & family - often we don't know what amazing opportunities and activities are out there. We want everyone to take advantage of our beautiful landscape, get on their bike and get moving. Visit Huri Huri for up to date events in the region.
cyclist responsibilities
Your responsibilities as a cyclist are to:
- Keep left
- Use the correct lane
- ‘Taking the lane’ on left turns
- Pass other vehicles safely
- Use hand signals
- Be safe and courteous when cycling in groups
- Share the road and paths
- Expect hazards and ride to avoid them
More information about the rules of cycling - visit the cycling road code
Statistics on cycling - Ministry of transport