Hey snappy,

What area exactly are you riding to?? (If you're a mtn biker let me know) If you're headed to the waitaks or the hunuas, be careful. (are you sure you don't want to become a mtn biker??? Much safer than the main roads around auckland & the north island in general)

I wouldn't ride on the main roads in auckland (hence why we're moutain bikers....) but if you do, make sure you ride in the main coverage areas for Telecom or vodafone, leave a note stating when you'll be back, take over the lane if possible as we both know how windy the roads can be!!

Most of all, take care on your ride & i'm sure there are some nice auckland drivers willing to give cyclists some space........

c