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E Bike News



We have been tinkering with the idea of how we can bring e-bikes into our community, for our community to try. Some of you would have already been involved in our Wheel Change project, giving some people access to e-bikes via a rent to own trail scheme.


Sadly we couldn't provide this ongoing, but read on for some e-bike news... we need your ideas and feedback to help us make e-bikes a successful part of Free Ride.


If you're involved in our current Wheel Change E-bike and E-scooter programme, we'd love you to come and see us at our workshop on Saturdays for a check in.


The scheme will be moving to the next stage, and Rich from Rebicycle will be in touch to let you know how we will set up payment for the scheme and what the options are if you don't want to keep your e-bike or scooter.



If you're not involved in our Wheel Change trial, we do have another opportunity to have e-bikes as part of the Free Ride offering in the future.


Because we are building a community of riders, we want your views to help set up our next project and we want to know how you would use e-bikes.


We'll also have some other programmes happening to build mechanic skills in the community, so let us know what you are keen to be part of.


We'd like everyone's opinion on our e-bike programme Let us know here.

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Upcoming Events

  • E-bike ride - Crisscrossing the Hutt River - Whānau Ride
    E-bike ride - Crisscrossing the Hutt River - Whānau Ride
    Sun, 08 Sept
    Lower Hutt
    08 Sept 2024, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    08 Sept 2024, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Intermediate/beginner. Easy ride, mostly on the Hutt Trail. Going over bridges and back with a stop to play at Avalon park if tamariki are on the ride. We have the capacity to take up to 4 children on child seats on their parent or caregivers bike.
  • Book a basic bike Service $50
    Book a basic bike Service $50
    Thu, 12 Sept
    Lower Hutt
    12 Sept 2024, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    12 Sept 2024, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Bring your bike in on Saturdays (10am-1pm) or Thursdays (1pm-5pm) for a basic bike service to keep your ride running smoothly.
  • Free Ride Workshop Saturday
    Free Ride Workshop Saturday
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, 14 Sept
    Lower Hutt
    14 Sept 2024, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    14 Sept 2024, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Our Saturday workshop is open for getting fitted for new bikes, helmets and safety gear. Come get a standard bike service or other services for payment on a sliding scale.
  • Cycle with confidence
    Cycle with confidence
    Sat, 14 Sept
    Lower Hutt
    14 Sept 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 31 Treadwell Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    14 Sept 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 31 Treadwell Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Adults learn to ride with confidence, build your skills riding on the road, with our skilled instructors. You can bring your own bike, or if you don't have one, we'll supply one, just let us know. Meet at the basketball court on Treadwell Street.
  • E-bike ride - Exploring the back routes in Naenae.
    E-bike ride - Exploring the back routes in Naenae.
    Sun, 22 Sept
    Lower Hutt
    22 Sept 2024, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    22 Sept 2024, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Ride along the Cycle Way to Historic Christchurch Taita and come back on back roads through Taita and Naenae partly following the Waiwhetu stream. This ride may include entry to the Taita cemetery for testing the bikes on hills. Some quiet Road riding. About 15 Km.
  • Whānau Bike Skills
    Whānau Bike Skills
    Sat, 28 Sept
    Lower Hutt
    28 Sept 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 31 Treadwell Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    28 Sept 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 31 Treadwell Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Free Ride's Hutt Valley Whānau Bike Skills (level 0-2) Keen to get back on a bike or get riding for the first time? Want to build confidence on two wheels and get some tips about how to stay safe when sharing the road.
  • E-bike ride - Tree Ride - intermediate ride
    E-bike ride - Tree Ride - intermediate ride
    Sun, 29 Sept
    Lower Hutt
    29 Sept 2024, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    29 Sept 2024, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Riding from Free Ride through Lower Hutt, looking at notable and some protected trees. Information about the trees we see and other information about trees in the Hutt. 15 Km approx.
  • Whānau Ride - fun for families riding together (Beginner level)
    Whānau Ride - fun for families riding together (Beginner level)
    Wed, 02 Oct
    Lower Hutt
    02 Oct 2024, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    02 Oct 2024, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    This ride is for Families in and around Avalon Park. All children must be accompanied by parents/guardians. PLEASE NOTE: There will be a CANCELLATION date for this event on Friday 4th October
  • Whānau Ride - fun for families riding together (Intermediate level)
    Whānau Ride - fun for families riding together (Intermediate level)
    Tue, 08 Oct
    Lower Hutt
    08 Oct 2024, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    08 Oct 2024, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    This ride is for Families in and around Avalon Park. All children must be accompanied by parents/guardians. PLEASE NOTE: There will be a CANCELLATION date for this event on Thursday 10 October.
  • Free Fix up Walter Nash Center
    Free Fix up Walter Nash Center
    Sat, 07 Sept
    Lower Hutt
    07 Sept 2024, 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 22/26 Taine Street, Taitā, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    07 Sept 2024, 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 22/26 Taine Street, Taitā, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Bring your bikes for a safety check and service. Find out more about what we do, join Free Ride to be part of our cycling community.
  • Book a basic bike Service $50
    Book a basic bike Service $50
    Thu, 05 Sept
    Lower Hutt
    05 Sept 2024, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    05 Sept 2024, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Bring your bike in on Saturdays (10am-1pm) or Thursdays (1pm-5pm) for a basic bike service to keep your ride running smoothly.
  • Whānau Bike Skills
    Whānau Bike Skills
    Sat, 31 Aug
    Lower Hutt
    31 Aug 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 31 Treadwell Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    31 Aug 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 31 Treadwell Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Free Ride's Hutt Valley Whānau Bike Skills (level 0-2) Keen to get back on a bike or get riding for the first time? Want to build confidence on two wheels and get some tips about how to stay safe when sharing the road.
  • Book a basic bike Service $50
    Book a basic bike Service $50
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, 29 Aug
    Lower Hutt
    29 Aug 2024, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    29 Aug 2024, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Bring your bike in on Saturdays (10am-1pm) or Thursdays (1pm-5pm) for a basic bike service to keep your ride running smoothly.
  • Free Ride Member Hui
    Free Ride Member Hui
    Sun, 25 Aug
    Te Mako Naenae Community Center
    25 Aug 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Te Mako Naenae Community Center, 27 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    25 Aug 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Te Mako Naenae Community Center, 27 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Our first member hui welcomes Free Ride members to come with their families for afternoon tea and activities.
  • Te Ngaengae Magical History Tour - E-bike Ride
    Te Ngaengae Magical History Tour - E-bike Ride
    Sat, 24 Aug
    Lower Hutt
    24 Aug 2024, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    24 Aug 2024, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    A guided e-bike tour of significant heritage sites around Naenae. Come along to explore your neighbourhood and hear interesting stories from the history of Te Ngaengae (Naenae).
  • Cycle with confidence
    Cycle with confidence
    Sat, 17 Aug
    Lower Hutt
    17 Aug 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 31 Treadwell Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    17 Aug 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 31 Treadwell Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Adults learn to ride with confidence, build your skills riding on the road, with our skilled instructors. You can bring your own bike, or if you don't have one, we'll supply one, just let us know. Meet at the basketball court on Treadwell Street.
  • E-bike Ride to Te Ara Tupua - Intermediate
    E-bike Ride to Te Ara Tupua - Intermediate
    Sun, 11 Aug
    Lower Hutt
    11 Aug 2024, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    11 Aug 2024, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 35 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Intermediate Ride. This is not for beginner riders. Riders must have some recent experience riding, and confidence on a bike. Tickets are free, but a booking is required.
  • Whānau Bike Skills
    Whānau Bike Skills
    Sat, 03 Aug
    Lower Hutt
    03 Aug 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 31 Treadwell Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    03 Aug 2024, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Lower Hutt, 31 Treadwell Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
    Free Ride's Hutt Valley Whānau Bike Skills (level 0-2) Keen to get back on a bike or get riding for the first time? Want to build confidence on two wheels and get some tips about how to stay safe when sharing the road.
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