Getting to Work Archives

How to start commuting by bike: a quick guide for normal people

If you’re thinking about commuting by bike, it could be a lot easier than you imagine. This guide covers the basics so you can get started without overthinking things.

May 14, 2026

three mobile screens with different scores - "go ride", "maybe ride" and "do not ride"

Be first to try RideCast: the app that tells you it’s a good day to ride a bike

Are weather worries holding you back from commuting by bike? Kiwi rider Jessie Vidal has built an app for bike commuters to help you know at a glance if the weather is ideal for your ride.

May 14, 2026

man on bike on two-way cycle lane downtown

Keep March breezy: beat the heat and the commuter blues

“March Madness” is back. As people return to their daily commute, Auckland’s motorways are once again hitting breaking point. there is a silver lining: we don’t need everyone to ditch the car every day to fix it.

Feb 26, 2026

A series to help start your bike commuting journey

Have you been thinking about commuting to work by bike but need a push? This is a guide to break it down and reduce your doubts and fears to where you feel comfortable to try it out.

Commute by bike series

Jan 01, 2026

Choosing a bike for commuting

Almost any bike will do to get you started, but you’ll find some are more suitable than others. Let me explain.

Jan 01, 2026

You and bike commuting

Almost everyone’s cycling experience is different, some people do it for the fun, some for fitness, some to save money or save the planet, and some who just enjoy the freedom of fresh air and two wheels. What’s your motivation?

Jan 01, 2026

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