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Track Courtesy

Walking


Walkers should remember that the track is open to mountain bikers throughout the year:
  • Expect to meet mountain bikers: Bikers are allowed on the Kenepuru Saddle to Anakiwa section of the track throughout the year while are allowed on the the Ship Cove to Kenepuru Saddle section from March 1 to November 30 annually.
  • Respect bikers right to be there: Bikers have as much right to be on the track as you.
  • Co-operate with bikers movements: Help bikers to help you. No-one wants collisions or close shaves.
  • Respect the Land:
    - Take only photographs - leave only tyre prints
    - Always stay on the track
    - Avoi soft surfaces and delicate native vegetation
    - Avoid heavy breaking: heavy rear breaking can damage the track surface, especially after rain.
  • Respect Yourself
    - control your speed and always wear a helmet
    - do not travel long distance alone
    - let others know where you are and when you will be back
    - take warm clothing, a first-aid kit, a repair kit, food and water, a good map
    - maintain your bicycle to aviod breakdowns
  • Do NOT Litter

Biking


Mountain bikers are reminded to observe the Mountain Bikers Code at all times. In particular:
  • Respect Others: always give way to walkers. Walkers have the right of way at all times. It's your responsibility to make room for them on the track.
  • Overtake with Care: Don't surprise walkers from behind. Carry a bell or give a yell to inform them that you are coming up behind them.
  • Control Your Speed: don't go so fast that you can't stop within the visible distance ahead of you.
  • Avoid excessive breaking: Heavy rear braking can damage the track surface, especially after rain.
  • Respect the Land:
    - Take only photographs - leave only tyre prints
    - Always stay on the track
    - Avoi soft surfaces and delicate native vegetation
    - Avoid heavy breaking: heavy rear breaking can damage the track surface, especially after rain.
  • Respect Yourself
    - control your speed and always wear a helmet
    - do not travel long distance alone
    - let others know where you are and when you will be back
    - take warm clothing, a first-aid kit, a repair kit, food and water, a good map
    - maintain your bicycle to aviod breakdowns
  • Do NOT Litter

 

 

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Visitors may come across wild pigs from time to time along the track rooting for food, especially the section between Camp Bay and Torea Saddle, over the winter months.

These wild pigs are very shy and will run away from walkers, if walkers are lucky enough to spot one.

The pigs were released by Captain Cook at Ship Cove as a food source & have spread through out New Zealand. ....
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