You can hire mountain bikes from the start point at Burdens Gate. I know the guy who owns the bike hire place so I'll check out how many we can hire for that day

Hi Lucy - It's about 7km to the lighthouse (supposed to be 2-2.5 hours) so we'll be there by lunch time. if we decide to return not via the shortcut but along the south coast track it might be a bit longer. so I guess including a lunch break about 5-6 hours?!? And probably a couple of minutes for a coffee on the way back :-)

I'll be trying to figure out how to get from Central Wellington over to the start point on foot/public transport, as a new arrival in town. If anyone has any hints or wants to meet up in the Centre to travel over, drop me a note. Hints and tips for a non local welcome!

This one is a wee while away so we can confirm more closer to the time but I'll be driving and will have 3 spare seats if anyone wants a lift.

Puts hand up - me please, I need a lift.

I've just heard that we can hire up to 15 bikes for this event. They are picked up and dropped off from Burdans Gate start/finish point. Closer to the event we will collect names from those who want to hire a bike for the day. Cost is likely to be $20ish

Hi everyone, I live in the central city. Is there anyone who can give me a ride please?Thanks.

Hi Sachi - still a while to go. But I can give you a ride, no problem. I can also offer 2 more seats from central Wellington.

Hey my new drinking buddy! Well you are right about it being a while away, but can I join you and Sachi?

Sweet! Sachi, Michael and Letizia - car is full. No drinks in the car though, Michael! But how about afterwards in Welly City?

Well one needs to keep ones fluids up after such a venture, does not one? It would be plain dangerous not to imbibe afterwards.

Thanks Jaana, that would be good:)

Hey Sachi and Michael, Letizia asked where to meet. I'll pick her up at 9:15 at the railway station (Next to platform 9 where the buses are leaving). Let me know if that works for you or if I should pick you up somewhere else?

Hi Jaana, sure sounds good as the walk along the harbour to the station is always nice.

Hi Guys
If anyone of you is driving, I would really appreciate a lift from town. I live on Cuba St and happy to catch a ride anywhere in town.
Cheers
shyam

For those thinking of cycling, I have been around the lakes before and it is an awe inspiring experience. There are a few steep points where you have to get off and push so you should have a moderate to good level of fitness to tackle the full lakes circuit. If you want you can do a fairly easy cycle to the lighthouse and then just around the western edge of Lake Kohangapirpiri - about a 2 hour cycle plus stops. :)

I just transferred from the waiting list to a 'yes' but am in need of a ride. I'm in Island Bay but can easily get into town. Thanks!

I can offer a lift to up to two people, leaving from central Wellington or Western Suburbs.

Hey, I was on the waiting list but now attending, but need a lift....am in Jville if anyone has a spare seat?

Mark...I can catch a train into town if I could pick up a lift with you from the Railway station???

Oopps, I haven't got a lift yet! Does anyone in town have a spare seat left?

Hi Mark
Do you think you can offer me a lift? I live in the CBD so no problems meeting up.
Shyam

Hi, if anyone would like a lift who lives in Tawa or Johnsonville and has their full licence, because I am on a restricted I can give them a lift.

Hey Amy and Virginia... if you guys could travel together from J'ville, then I'd have room for both Dolly and Shyam from the CBD, as well as my +1 from Petone. How does that sound?

Hey guys, sounds fine by me. Amy, I have my full licence (just no car lol) so that would work a treat. What time and where is easy for you to meet me?

Hi, I'm still rideless...any chance of a lift still going?

Hi Fiona, in case you can't find another spot in a car we can squeeze 3 people into the back seat of my car. Might be a bit cosy though :-) I'll pick up the others 9:15 at the railway station (Next to platform 9 where the buses are leaving).

Hi Fiona, I've got 2 spare seats so can take you if you still need a ride. Anyone else need a lift?

That would be great, thanks Lisa!

Hi there - I could use a lift too, is there still room in anyone's car? I live in Lower Hutt but could meet in Wellington or Petone. I have a packet of pineapple lumps.

Hey Katy. Your pineapple lumps very tempting but unfortunately you're not on my route. I'm sure someone can pick you up though. If not, there is a #83 bus from Queensgate at 9:23am, get off at the last stop Eastbourne bus terminus at 9:45 and then it's only 2 mins walk to the start of the track!

Hello Katy. We are living in Petone so if you can get there we could give you a lift

I would love a lift from someone- i'm right in the CBD but I can meet wherever suits

Thanks Tim and Julie for your responses - I hadn't realised that the #83 takes you directly to the start of the track, so I think that's just as easy - thanks heaps for the offer though. I'll still bring the pineapple lumps!

Hi Virginia, I can meet you at the bus stop on the main road outside Woolworths at 9.20am. I will be in a small silver car. I will see you then. Hope thats not to early.

I see we have a few spots come available for this. If anyone has a friend or relative they'd like to bring along you can always change your RSVP and add +1. Don't forget to email Jaana if you want to book a bike!!

I've got a spare seat in my car if anyone needs a lift - Megan did you manage to get one? Would aim to leave Wgtn at about 9:15 if that suits?

Hey Amy, sounds perfect to me :) Shall see you there....will sent you a message with my cell number just incase something crops up

Great, I will see you then Virginia.

Anyone have room for one more in their car? I am in Aro Valley or CBD.

Hi Lisa,

I would be keen to get a lift. Sorry for last minute notice but if you don't get this in time I will take my car. I can meet you at the front of railway station at 9.15am if that suits? Will check later today. Cheers

Sorry Verity - my car's all full up now. Maybe there's someone else with a spare spot?

Nicole, I can meet you in front of the Railway Station at 9:15am if are you are still looking for a lift!

Megan, same deal as Nicole, if are you are still looking for a lift!

Thanks Lisa for the ride and Phil for the offer - but I'm not able to go tomorrow anymore.

Verity - if you get this message in time - perhaps you could ride with Lisa or Phil.

Hiya
Those who are catching a ride with Mark Wilson, I just got off the phone with him and he will be picking us up at the back of the Railway Station @ 9.30a.m. It is at the east of the start of the
platforms. It's out the back of the station... there's a new (ish) row of glass bus shelters running at right angles to the platforms - just to the right of where cars can drive in off the waterfront road.

See you folks tomorrow and hope the weather will be looking good.
Mark's mobile 021-2447965

If anyone needs a lift, I've got room in my car for three of you. Give me a call/text on 021 500097 or email me here. Can pick up from town or on the way from Island Bay.

Hey Alastair - I've now got a spare space in my car so if you don't want to take your car there's room. I'm picking up Fiona in Island Bay at 9am so could pick you up then too?