Cycling
Comm Games champ and depression: "It's been a critical journey"
New Zealand mountain biker Sam Gaze is taking a different view on competition after dealing with depression.
Calling Home: Mike Leach in Ottawa, Canada
When Mike Leach turned 21, his parents brought him a one-way ticket to Canada so he could indulge in his love of bike racing. That was in 1989. Since then he has got married, had two kids and still… Audio, Gallery
Cycling New Zealand loses another track star
Cycling New Zealand has lost another member of its high performance track squad with Racquel Sheath anouncing her retirement.
Cyclists don't slow traffic as much as thought - researcher
Frustrated with bikes slowing traffic? New research from Portland shows cyclists don't usually affect traffic speeds much, even though it may feel like they do. Audio
Wellington cycleways stuck in red tape
Red tape, lobbying, and a flawed process are some of the reasons as to why its hard to make progress on cycleways in Wellington. Audio
Stories from the saddle - Jo Haines
Cycling adventurer Jo Haines is traveling the world, 3 months at a time, on a bike. Each autumn she sets off from Albert Town, to explore another unique corner of the earth. She talks to Kathryn Ryan… Audio, Gallery
Nelson cyclist where she needs to be
There were still a few tears when she left home for a second time, but the Nelson cyclist Niamh Fisher-Black couldn't wait to get back to Italy.
Cycling uptake momentum needs to be inclusive
Popularity of cycling during lock down needs to be more inclusive of marginalised communities going forward. Auckland University Maori Health senior lecturer, Dr Rhys Jones explains how that can… Audio
Contador and Nadal put up auction items to raise money for Red Cross
Seven-time grand tour winner Alberto Contador is auctioning the bike he used during the 2011 Giro d'Italia and Tour de France races to raise money.
Bennett not enjoying his forced time indoors
New Zealand cyclist George Bennett has gone online to keep his training up and get a bit of competition during the coronavirus pandemic.
Olympic qualification the main focus for NZ cyclists at World Champs
Claiming a world championship title is a major prize for New Zealand cyclists, but gaining Olympic qualification is just as important.
Calling Home: Jackie Miller in Liguria, Italy
Jackie Miller is from Auckland's North Shore originally. She was a self-described 'city girl' before heading to Italy on something of a whim five years ago. Now she runs bespoke tours in the Liguria… Audio
Archbold and Fisher-Black win road race titles
The Timaru cyclist Shane Archbold has won the men's road race title at the National Championships in Cambridge, while Nelson teenager Niamh Fisher-Black won the women's race.
Cycling to work can help you live longer
Cycling to work could help you live longer, a major study in the International Journal of Epidemiology has found. Audio
Cycle of outrage called out on talkback
To pump up interest in its transport policy the National Party spoon-fed the media part of it: police fining cyclists who spurn cycleways. But the prospect of Bike Force Raptor backfired when callers… Audio
Cycle of outrage called out on talkback
To pump up interest in its transport policy the National Party spoon-fed the media part of it: police fining cyclists who spurn cycleways. But the prospect of Bike Force Raptor backfired when callers…
AudioBack-to-back Tour titles for Vink
Canterbury cyclist Michael Vink has won back-to-back Tour of Southland titles. Canterbury cyclist Michael Vink has won back-to-back Tour of Southland titles. The first rider to successfully defend his…
Bennett back on bike after rib surgery
New Zealand cyclist George Bennett is back on the bike after surgery aimed at ending a long-standing condition which has limited his career.
Kitty Flanagan's 488 Rules For Life
The very witty Kitty Flanagan has helpfully put together a comprehensive guide to modern behaviour, and help everyone around you be a bit less irritating, with her new book, 488 Rules For Life: The… Audio
So close for Kiwi cyclist
Patrick Bevin is trying to stay upbeat after coming agonisingly close to becoming the first New Zealander to medal in an elite men's event at a World Road Cycling Championships.
