Pedal power through the Bay

Hawke's Bay is putting in its claim to be New Zealand's cycle capital, and the region has reason to boast. Around 200 kilometres of trails meander across the mostly flat seaside plains; the terrain is purpose-built for cyclists and walkers. The Bay's Rotary clubs began building the trails a decade ago before passing the baton to the Regional Council. Now with the boost from Nga Haerenga, the New Zealand Cycle Trail, three scenic routes - the Landscapes, Water and Wineries rides - are established as the Hawke's Bay Trails. And the province is determined to make sure the trails link as a network. An urban cycleway - known as the iWay - now links Flaxmere, Hastings, Havelock North and Clive....