If you’re new to riding a bike or haven't biked in years, it's a good idea to learn the basic cycling skills(external link) needed for riding safely on the roads. You can practice in your driveway or a local court with no cars around.
If you’re not experienced at riding in traffic, take some time to practice your skills and build your confidence on quieter roads or one of Christchurch's cycleways, and consider signing up for our free Adult Bike Skills workshops.
The best route to ride is often different from the route you'd drive. Plan your route to make use of cycleways, shortcuts through parks, and neighbourhood streets with less traffic and lower speeds.
Check out our Christchurch cycle map.
If you're unsure about your best route, test-ride it when you have plenty of time.
Be familiar with the official New Zealand code(external link) for cyclists and check out Waka Kotahi's cycling website(external link) for more detailed information on cycling in NZ.