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I was lucky enough to be asked what I’d like for Christmas by Carol (… I wonder when the boxers and socks will come) and I asked for an iRULE Invest cycling vest.  My brother-in-law Mark had told me that it was the best cycling vest that he’d ever worn so that was good enough for me.  This weekend the weather warranted a test ride in my new Invest, bit cooler than usual, bit of wind. Wow! what an awesome piece of kit! It cut out the wind, but I didn’t cook while I was effectively doing interval training mapping a part of the Otago Central Rail Trail for cellphone coverage (it was all start stop stuff each K for 30 K).  I really thought at the start of the ride that I was going to have to throw on another layer and get really sweaty but the Invest did the trick… broke the wind chill and kept me cool. I really liked the length of the vest and the fact that I could zip it all the way up and nestle my chin into it.

You’ve got to check this gear out at http://www.irule.co.nz/shop/products/invest

We’ve recently purchased and assembled a fleet of 15 hire bikes. If you’re not quite sure about doing the whole Otago Central Rail Trail or you don’t have the time at this stage then consider a whistle stop ride through the Poolburn Viaduct section. We can set you up on one of our “Green machines” (Avanti Atomic mountain bikes) for a day trip along this spectacular and historical leg of the Otago Central Rail Trail. The cost is $40 inc gst and includes

- Avanti Atomic mountain bike with front shocks and comfort seat
- Pannier bags (if you want them, no extra charge)
- Tool kit and spare tube (just in case)
- Headlight (it’s dark in those tunnels)

An out and back trip to the viaduct from Omakau is 26 km or discuss other great options with us.

For more details call 03 447 4047 or email bookings@shebikeshebikes.co.nz