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Originally Posted by RachelAnne
Why is that Nigel?
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Sorry, I should have explained myself better. As other have said, the local tourist pressure is off at that time and, most importantly, the weather tends to be a bit more settled.
If you decide to buy a bike, feel free to use my address for registration purposes. Also remember that insurance is not mandatory here, so if you can decide if you want that. There are a couple of options for online insurance companies that are quite good value. I had a Canadian couple who insured a bike for about $45 a month for full insurance. I can get the details if you want. I would offer to help with selling but I think Me Darlin' has had enough of bikes sitting in the yard waiting for new owners for a while.......
Please feel free to get in touch, and drop in for a coffee/tea/  and ride advice. We even have a little hut in the mountains at Arthur's Pass that you might like to visit. It's only accessible by foot or bike.
If you plan of touring the whole country, my usual recommendation is 1/3 North Island, 2/3 South Island.
I'm alway happy to answer questions, either here or via PM.
Best regards
Nigel
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