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Author: Unity

Flashback Friday: Cyclopolitan

Flashback Friday: Cyclopolitan

Did you know that the “Cycling in Christchurch” website was actually started by an Aucklander? The wonderful “Unity Finesmith” (aka Jenny Marshall) was the original creator, and right from the start had an emphasis on everyday style when …

Author UnityPosted on 9 August 20194 August 2019Categories Cycle-centric ideas, CyclivismTags Clothing, Style, Women cycling1 Comment on Flashback Friday: Cyclopolitan

THE fluoro coat is for sale!

THE fluoro coat is for sale!

I’m just putting the word out that I’m selling the fluoro coat that I created for the first Cycle Style Fashion Show in Auckland. So if you, or anyone you know, would like to own a designer ‘statement coat’ that …

Author UnityPosted on 28 July 20137 July 2019Categories Bikes & equipment, Cycle-centric ideasTags Clothing, StyleLeave a comment on THE fluoro coat is for sale!

Happy birthday us!

Happy birthday us!

It’s hard to believe but Cycling in Christchurch is one year old today!

We’ve come a long way in one year:

  • 166 posts
  • 23,045 visits
  • 45,740 page views

Thanks very much to the hard working bloggers and also to you, …

Author UnityPosted on 12 May 201315 April 2022Categories Cycle-centric ideasTags Blogging and social media, Website features3 Comments on Happy birthday us!

We support helmet choice

We support helmet choice

We support helmet choice – this should come as no surprise to anyone who has passed by this website before. Check out our ‘Helmets‘ page for the quick run down of the issue at hand.

But this time …

Author UnityPosted on 4 October 2012Categories Bicycle politics, People riding bikesTags Helmets, Overseas learnings16 Comments on We support helmet choice

Cargo bikes

Cargo bikes

I recently came across this article about how Europe was using more and more cargo bikes to replace delivery trucks …

“A growing number of businesses are using cargo cycles, a move towards sustainable and free-flowing city traffic that is

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Author UnityPosted on 30 September 2012Categories Benefits of cycling, Bikes & equipment, Cycle-centric ideasTags Business and retail, Cargo bikes, Trailers4 Comments on Cargo bikes

Christchurch visit

Christchurch visit

I spent a lovely couple of days on holiday in Christchurch a couple of weeks ago. I have been down a few times for work but that tends to be just a ‘fly in fly out’ sort of visit so …

Author UnityPosted on 16 September 2012Categories General A2B by bike, People riding bikesTags Rebuild2 Comments on Christchurch visit

Looking for new bloggers

Looking for new bloggers

It spring – time for growing!

So we’re putting the call out for some new blogging ‘blood’ to join our teams in Cycling in Auckland, Cycling in Wellington and Cycling in Christchurch!

This is your opportunity to have …

Author UnityPosted on 2 September 20123 December 2023Categories CyclivismTags Blogging and social media, Website features4 Comments on Looking for new bloggers

Cycling improvements in the central zone

Cycling improvements in the central zone

Has anyone else noticed that the cyclists at the beginning of the ‘Introducing the Christchurch Central Recovery Plan’ video are not wearing helmets? I was expecting a huge outcry, in the same way we had in Auckland when the new …

Author UnityPosted on 19 August 2012Categories Bicycle politics, Cycle-centric ideasTags Bike share schemes, Central City, CERA (CCDU/Otakaro/etc), Helmets1 Comment on Cycling improvements in the central zone

The new old

The new old

Could this be a good idea for the rebuild?

By MANIFESTO Architecture P.C.

The Bike Hanger is an essential facility for the city of Seoul which aims to increase its bicycle-friendliness. The facility is not only low-maintenance and environmentally friendly,

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Author UnityPosted on 19 July 2012Categories Cycle infrastructure, Cycle-centric ideasTags Bicycle racks, Bike parking, Overseas learnings3 Comments on The new old

Cyclopolitan

Cyclopolitan

For some time now I have needed a new word. When I tell people that I ride a bike, they instantly think ‘Cyclist’ and imagine me in head-to-toe lycra – this is not a good thing.

I would not wish …

Author UnityPosted on 8 July 20123 December 2023Categories Cycle-centric ideas, Cyclivism, FlashbackTags Clothing, Style, Women cycling1 Comment on Cyclopolitan

Bikes for earthquakes

Bikes for earthquakes

Check out this video of the 2012 Disaster Relief Trials in Portland. Quite simply – bicycles are better than cars at getting around after a disaster.

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Author UnityPosted on 7 July 2012Categories Benefits of cycling, General A2B by bikeTags Cargo bikes, Overseas learnings, Rebuild3 Comments on Bikes for earthquakes

Integrated yet separated cycle network for Christchurch

Integrated yet separated cycle network for Christchurch

I spotted this cycle infrastructure plan idea over on the new Ministry of Awesome website the other day and wondered what everybody else thought.

Is this the correct layout? Do we need more? Any other stuff?…

Author UnityPosted on 24 June 201213 July 2019Categories Cycle infrastructureTags Cycle network, Infrastructure, Separated bikeways1 Comment on Integrated yet separated cycle network for Christchurch

Canterbury Active Transport Forum

Canterbury Active Transport Forum

Just sharing some news:

The Canterbury Active Transport Forum is back!

This is a preliminary notice of a forum to be held on Friday, June 1st at the Christchurch City Council civic offices in Hereford Street from 12.30pm until

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Author UnityPosted on 28 May 2012Categories Benefits of cycling, EventsTags Environment Canterbury, Events, Health, Research1 Comment on Canterbury Active Transport Forum

Christch…hagen

Christch…hagen

I found this article on Public address when I was searching for ‘useful stuff’ for this website. Have you read it? You really should – it’s a real eye opener. Did you know, for instance:

If the citizens of Christchurch

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Author UnityPosted on 26 May 2012Categories Benefits of cyclingTags Business and retail, Economics & Funding, Overseas learningsLeave a comment on Christch…hagen

A little about me!

A little about me!

Thought I should introduce myself. Although I own many bicycles I rarely have the chance to get on and pedal.

All that changed about 2 months ago with my return to full-time work. Now that I am the source of …

Author UnityPosted on 20 May 201222 December 2024Categories General A2B by bike, People riding bikesTags People in cyclingLeave a comment on A little about me!

Cycling in Christchurch launched!

Cycling in Christchurch launched!

The launching of Cycling in Christchurch has been one of those thoughts, with a ‘good idea’ tag, that has lurked around in the depths of my brain for a while. Then the other day a few stars aligned and I …

Author UnityPosted on 12 May 20125 August 2021Categories Cycle-centric ideasTags Website featuresLeave a comment on Cycling in Christchurch launched!

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