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@@tearoha.hohaia I remember going there years ago before it was fenced, when I want back about 5 years ago and it was a sanctuary I was blown away and wanted to go back ever since. Next time I will do the fence line track. Such a magnificent place.

@@eatrideselfrealiserepeat absolutely. NZ is full of surprises

@@mybrilliantlife9476 Thank You. And you won’t regret adding a series to your life!

@@jonmarshall1502 Thanks Jon. Yeah, we’re damn spoiled for things to see, that for sure.

@@azzanaki6368 Leave no trace. Rock cairns are visual litter on the landscape. While they once were used for marking routes and way finding, they can actually have the opposite effect. They’re fun to build, but knock it down because you go.

@@azzanaki6368 🙏 Thanks. Funny, no matter how fit you feel, you always find yourself pushing at the edge to go further, faster.

@@jonmarshall1502 it’s run about 4-5 times over the years (since circa 2013). I’m currently undecided if I will organise it again, though if I do it probably go back to its roots as a more challenging ride, purely because the Hawera to Whanganui leg is an anticlimax. Have some ideas for some other events in Whanganui area if I can find/make the time.

@@jonmarshall1502 l definitely be uploading it, just catchup on some other edits.

@@smiles_per_hr6408 you kinda know me, I was at the bike shed, sold you the stem . I’m in Japan at the moment. Maybe catch up when I’m back in a few weeks.

@@jonmarshall1502 ah. Random. Makes a lot of sense now! Enjoy Japan mate. Safe travels.

@@azzanaki6368 the road is pretty quiet outside of the normal work/school run. I believe official figure is around 77 vehicle movements per day. I think I mention the figure in the video for the trip I did with Whanganui tours. But, yes. Quiet. Especially from Pipiriki to Raetihi. It’s almost deserted.

@@azzanaki6368 cramp stop seems to prevent it getting worse. I’ve had thighs lock up leaving me stuck in the middle of the road in the past. It’s not a cure all, but seems to help. Backpack - weight in the back = weight on your backside. Basically a comfort thing is why most bikepackers don’t use a backpack. Puts more pressure on contact points such as seat and hands. After long days in the saddle, it all adds up. Personally I also affects my neck.

@smiles_per_hr6408 I have used cramp stop but with no success, been in some scary situations when the quads lock up in the middle of the bush . We mostly ride downhill, so we have our bikes with no gear but are loaded down with weight on our backs , so we were interested in your style of packing . Another good video, keep it up and you will live a long time , hopefully long enough that we meet one day lol 😆

@@azzanaki6368 I’ve seen some people talk of having one of the soy sauce fish from sushi instead. Not sure, but definitely seems like a low $$ and low weight solution, which I’m all for if it works.

@@azzanaki6368 most welcome. I have plans for Beyond the highway 3 and 4 in the coming months. Miss that part of the world.

@@azzanaki6368 when you know why the rules are the rules, then you can break the rules. - Mike Finnegan.

@@azzanaki6368 the wider tyre (3inch) of the Pugsley makes for a very plush ride as I can run low pressure, of about 18psi loaded. A suspension fork will typically only eliminate larger impacts due to their spring rate. You might benefit from a lower tyre pressure to ease some small bumps. It is much easier to do if you’re set up is tubeless, but I know that the science says tyre pressure are often better much lower than the sidewall inscription. Unfortunately I cannot find the study I read undertaken by one of the elite cycling teams and their tyre sponsors

@@azzanaki6368 🙏 Thank you. It’s easy to make that part of the world look good. Absolutely gorgeous. Thanks for watching

@@MrTrevf thanks. It was a bit of a toss up on posting it, but I’m big on trying to keep it real as that is healthier for everyone.

@@Shanon-nb4ev interesting. Is it on private land? Or is this the Moki stock tunnel. This route wasn’t meant to be exhaustive, but more so an accessible route for as many as possible in a logical loop. I’m aware of about 6 more tunnels currently. Feel free to message me Paul@smilesperhour.co.nz

I dont know if its you i showed on facebook a year or so back but its on a paper road

@@smiles_per_hr6408 maps.app.goo.gl/ktuzbz5AZQ54j2M37 its about there

@@Shanon-nb4ev Sounds like it could be the Moki stock tunnel. I have been invited to see 2 more over summer on private land, I’m trying to find time to research their history and see if it matches what I think is correct. There are a couple more I’ve seen on some Topo maps, but not others and are in the middle of nowhere.

It was. Such an extraordinary experience.

This was what is known as a Papaiti loop. Head up Papaiti Rd which becomes Kauarapaoa Rd, then heads back down Rangitautau West Rd. We did it the harder way. Clockwise seems easier is the general consensus.

@smiles_per_hr6408 Oh, I didn't recognize it. I'm definitely in the anti-clockwise is easier camp.

@@thejollypoacher1074yeah. I feel that last climb out of Kemps Pole is unwelcome at the end of the look going clockwise.

@smiles_per_hr6408 for sure. I'm not a fan off the steep pinches between Bushy Park and Junction Rd. Prefer the longer more consistent climbs out of Mayo's and Paparangi.

I will eventually refilm it, just a matter of free time. I’m pretty gutted about the audio, have remedied it for future episodes. Thanks

@@kevincrowley9873 that was at Hawera Holiday park. Yes. Not much accommodation in Hawera, especially if you’re planning to camp, then you need to be further around the coast in either direction.

@@steveknight4090 there will definitely be more landrover videos in the future, just depends on what opportunities arise as to where I go and what I film. Thanks.

@@thejollypoacher1074 thanks. It was a lot of fun to make.

There is a link in the bio to the website, with the places visited. I am trying to get into the habit of putting the names on screen also. Cheers.

Perfect! Sorry mate , thats exactly what we are looking for . Gotta re-watch your other vids now lol. Might catch you outdoors one day , keep up the great work 👍

@@azzanaki6368thanks mate. Glad you’re enjoying them. Just realised I commented from another account earlier 🤦

This was early to mid August. It really was incredible.

Incredibly fortunate, and grateful.

Thanks. Trying to keep things a bit more interesting for you all. Also helps me get the miles up 😅

Definitely a hike a bike. I knew this going in, but totally worth it.

Thanks 🙏 Glad you’re enjoying the content.

I only rode that section. The Waikato River Trails FB page is always really into it with updates on maintenance and issues. They’re pretty proactive in keeping things open.

@@smiles_per_hr6408 alright 👍🏻

Not sure about an easier way, but the dash is pretty secure with just the top dash pad removed. From memory even the instrument cluster sits in its own enclosed frame which has more bolts retaining it also.

It’s an amazing part of the world.