Light the Night – Tamaki Drive

After August’s ride got rained off, we’re trying again. It will be spring and daylight saving is only a couple of weeks away.
Put lights and reflectors on your bike (and yourself) and come for a ride along the shared path from Mission Bay to St Heliers and back(with a detour).
Meet 6.30pm at the clock tower.
Afterwards we can either have a bite in Mission Bay or head into town.
We want it to be a bike party, showing people that you don’t have to take your car if you’re going out on a Saturday evening. It’s also a good chance to see what people are using to make themselves more visible at night and talk to others about their lighting.
The essentials are:
You need a bike and the attitude that you are going to enjoy yourself. Lights are essential. Everything else is optional.
Optional stuff:
A Bluetooth speaker and your favourite tunes
A bike lit up like a Christmas tree
An outrageous costume
How it works:
We meet up at the start location and get organised and wait for any stragglers.
Hop on our bikes and follow the leader towards town, turn around at the Tamaki Yacht Club then head to St Heliers and ride back to the start. From there, those will kids can head home and the rest of us do what we feel like.

FAQ
What does it cost? Zip, zilch, nada, nothing.
How long will it take? We will be riding slowly but the aim is to be back at the start by 8.00 pm at the latest.
Can I leave any time? Yes, head home whenever you feel like it.
Is anything happening after? Nothing is organised, but you can meet up with others going your way and carry on the party all the way home.
Can I bring friends? Of course, everyone is welcome.
Can I bring my E-bike? Of course E-bikes are welcome.
What’s the minimum age? There’s no minimum age but kids should be able confidently ride a bike the full distance. You can carry younger ones on a bike seat it trailer. You are responsible for your children, this is not a drop and leave event.
Will it be safe? Experienced riders will be at the front and back. The entire trail is off road and on sealed paths. Only two driveways to cross (twice).
There will be a small first aid kit available and also someone who can do basic bike repairs.
Who is organising this and who is paying for it? The event is organised by a group of volunteers from Bike Eastern Suburbs, and Bike East Auckland.
What if it rains? If we’re going to cancel, we will post on the Event page and Bike Eastern Suburbs Facebook page before 4pm on the day.
Rules: We try and keep rules to a minimum.
1. Give way to all other path users.
2. No alcohol – we want it kid friendly.
3. Keep left and please don’t overtake the lead rider.
4. There are a couple of driveways to cross in Mission Bay. You are responsible for looking out for cars crossing.
5. Have fun
Note: This is free, volunteer run by the community. We accept no liability for anything outside our control. You are responsible for your own safety of your bike and of those around you. All we are doing is providing a start point, a time and a destination. By turning up you accept these conditions. Thanks.