On yer bike for summer

TE A’ Cycles owner Brett Purchase and i—SITE Centre manager Lynne Fenwick toast the new cycle hire joint venture. TC111208DT01

Te Awamutu i—SITE Centre and Te A’ Cycles have combined to extend the cycle hire service in town.

A chance comment from i—SITE manager Lynne Fenwick to cycle shop owner Brett Purchase has resulted in the new service which now means the public can hire cycles on the weekends. Mr Purchase already runs such a service during his store’s opening hours, but the chance to promote hire cycles on the weekends is an exciting opportunity according to Mrs Fenwick.

Mr Purchase has provided two new bikes incorporating the latest European technology. The bikes feature an integrated gear hub, comfortable seat and are easy to adjust and ride. They also have a basket for carrying items.

Mrs Fenwick says Te Awamutu has many ideal cycling destinations suitable for a commuter type bike and she is keen to see people out-and-about the town enjoying our parks and attractions. She says people can bring a picnic if they wish, or if they book ahead she can organise a catered picnic. Also, if the centre has notice, more bikes can be provided.

Mrs Fenwick says staff can advise of routes suitable for all cycling skill and fitness levels and eventually, if the scheme is successful, she would like to see tour routes developed.

Over summer the i—SITE Centre is open weekends from 10am until 4pm. Contact the centre on 871 3259 for more information.