If you’re setting some New Years goals, this Auckland cycling loop is a gem.

Kia ora all,

I shared this on a local North Shore Facebook page last week and it sparked a bit of interest, so thought I’d chuck it up here too in case anyone’s setting a New Year goal to move a bit more 🚲

One of my favourite rides at the moment is a full loop from Birkenhead into the city and back via Devonport, combining cycling with the ferry.

The loop: • Birkenhead → Upper Harbour • Down the Northwestern Cycleway (honestly, such a good bit of infrastructure) • Into downtown • Ferry across to Devonport • Ride back up to Birkenhead

It’s roughly 55km, and I usually tack on a few extra kms to make it closer to 60km. Great mix of scenery, decent climbs, flat fast sections, and the ferry break is a nice reset before the final push home.

I really like how it shows how well cycling + public transport can work together in Auckland, makes longer rides feel way more accessible and a lot more fun.

If you’re keen to give it a go, here’s a short vlog I did of the ride the other day: 👉 https://vt.tiktok.com/ZS58q2Les/

Happy riding, and see you out there.

Cheers, CF