Google Review of the 3-day Nelson FIFO MTB Adventure
Nelson is Truly Blessed for Mountain Biking
With over 400kms of single-track mountain bike trails within 45 minutes drive of the center of town, including 7 different ride hubs each with their own unique style of riding, Nelson is truly blessed for mountain biking. This massive selection of trails can however be overwhelming for visitors, either because of the difficulty of selecting the best trails to ride, or for the various logistics of accessing the trails and maximising the number of trials you can ride. Nelson’s ride centers are not open to public shuttles (with the exception of a sneaky shuttle up the back of Kaiteriteri mountain bike park) and many of the climbs in the different ride centers are 500+m of vertical elevation gain. 
Visitors to the region (and those who live here) quickly learn that maximising the amount of riding either requires amazing fitness, an electric mountain bike, or perhaps clever use of several of the shuttle services available in the region. Specifically, the Wairoa Gorge Mountain Bike Park has shuttles run by the Nelson Mountain Bike Club, and the Cable Bay Adventure Park has occasional casual shuttles to 1/3rd of the way up the park and private shuttles available to book. However in both instances you need to transfer yourself to the park and fit in with their schedule and they don’t offer services every day. All of the other mountain bike parks in the region do not have their own mountain bike shuttle services and require concessions to access the area. Fortunately Gravity Nelson has gone to the trouble of obtaining concessions to shuttle in ALL of these Mountain Bike Parks and as such can be seen as a one-stop shop for shuttling mountain bike trails in Nelson, with the added advantage of being able to transport you to and from the different ride hubs as well.
Maximum Riding, Maximum Convenience, Minimum Faff, Minimum Downtime
To truly maximise your riding experience in Nelson you should consider Gravity Nelson’s 3-day Fly In, Fly Out MTB Shuttle package. With a minimum group size of only four riders, and capacity to take much larger groups, this package is ideal for a group of mates or a family to come down to Nelson and ride an outstanding collection of some the best trails in the world. The package can not only be broadly adapted to the riding level of the group when you sign up, but our expert drivers, coaches and guides can customise and curate the ride choices throughout the trip to fine tune trail selection to your skills, desires, energy and vibe of the day.
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Simply put Gravity Nelson’s 3-day Fly In, Fly Out MTB Shuttle package functions as follows:
- You fly in to Nelson either the night before, or on the first morning of riding. We collect your group from the airport and take you to your accommodation.
- We collect you from your accommodation and take you on three amazing days of mountain bike riding around the region. The broad categories of options include:
- Beginner (G3) to Intermediate (G4) Groups- Day One: Silvan Mountain Bike Park and Involution, Day Two: Wairoa Gorge Mountain Bike Park, Day Three: Codgers Mountain Bike Park
- Intermediate (G4) to Advanced (G5) Groups- Day One: Cable Bay Adventure Park, Day Two: Wairoa Gorge Mountain Bike Park, Day Three: Codgers Mountain Bike Park and Fringed Hill.
- Advanced (G5) to Expert (G6) Groups- Day One: Cable Bay Adventure Park, Day Two: Wairoa Gorge Mountain Bike Park, Day Three: Fringed Hill and 629 or Sharlands.
- After finishing the Day Three riding we take your group back to the airport.
Base Pricing is as follows:
Minimum FOUR riders @$600 per person for all shuttles.
Five riders @$600 per person
Six or more riders @$500 per person.
Keep an eye out for Josef… if you can even see him as he flies past.
A wide variety of extras and add-ons for this base package are available to increase the convenience and fun for your group, these include:
1. High quality rental mountain bikes: If you are concerned that your own mountain bike might not be up to the rigors of Nelson’s riding Gravity has a wide variety of excellent quality full-suspension mountain bikes from brands such as Santa Cruz, Transition and Mondraker, specifically set-up for the riding conditions in the region. You might also consider renting one of our mountain bikes so you don’t need to go the hassle of flying with your bike. When hired as an add-on to the 3-day Fly In, Fly Out MTB Shuttle package we offer discounted rental rates.
2. Gravity Nelson’s professional, extremely experienced and high quality coaches are available to join your group either for a specific half-day of coaching at our private “Field of Dreams” facility, or to accompany you to provide instruction and advice for a half-day at one of the trail hubs you will be riding at. Starting with a half day of instruction can give your whole group a boost in skills and confidence to tackle the trails for the rest of the trip.
3. Gravity Nelson’s professional, extremely experienced and high quality guides are available to accompany your group on any of the days you ride and personally assist your group to maximise its enjoyment of the trails you ride by providing briefings, identifying obstacles, providing additional information about the region, and demonstrating and instructing on techniques to tackle more challenging trail features.
4. Further increase the convenience by taking advantage of our services to Book MTB Friendly Accommodation at your price point, Provide Snack and Lunch packages for each day, or Rent Additional Protective Equipment.
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All The Convenience:
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Gravity Nelson makes the trip easy for you:
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1. We sort the logistics and make it super easy for you.
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2. We maximise your riding time with private shuttles, no unnecessary waiting, and no feeling of being rushed.
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3. Our knowledgeable drivers/coaches/guides can customise the itinerary on the fly to make sure you are hitting the best trails for your group.
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4. No pressure from riders outside of your group, our expertly curated and customised trail recommendations adapt to your group, the conditions, and the vibe on the day.
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5. Full bike shop and priority mechanic support
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6. Fly In/Fly Out model means no faff with ferries or rental cars and no long drives to get to Nelson eating up your riding time
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Specific Baseline Trail Recommendations by Group Level:
The following trail recommendations can provide a base for anyone wanting to research the trails to be ridden. Specific trail names can be researched in Trailforks.com, or by searching on YouTube for videos. Gravity Nelson has filmed on some of these trails and we have provided links below where we have uploaded those videos to give you an idea of the riding.
Beginner (G3) to Intermediate (G4) Groups- |
| Day One: Silvan Mountain Bike Park and Involution,
Lap One: Alpha Rima into Ezra Mamaku into Kircam Alley into Hare Down into Omega Lap Two: Peoples Choice Upper and Lower into Kircam Alley into Spit Rock into Omega Lap Three: Jericho into Jubilee Gum into Goliath Lunch Break. Lap Four and Five: Involution, its so nice you’ll want to do it twice. |
| Day Two: Wairoa Gorge Mountain Bike Park,
Lap One: No Pressure into Two Buck Munch into MPD (half-way pick-up) Lap Two: Creamed Rice into MPD into Kurtology into Quattro (full run pick-up) Lap Three: Benched As into Bermed As for pick-up or continue Florence into Quattro Lunch Break. Lap Four and/or Five: Repeat your favorites so far, they will be twice as good the second time. |
| Day Three: Codgers Mountain Bike Park
Lap One: Warm up with Firball Climb, then Full Firball to the bottom Lap Two: Firball Climb into Koata Whetu, then up Whaneke to top of P51 down to intersection with Crazy Horse and Firball and continue to the bottom. Lap Three: Hulk and Hogan into Crazy Horse Lunch Break Lap Four and Five: Turners into Koata Rere jump line, its so nice you’ll want to do it twice. |
Intermediate (G4) to Advanced (G5) Groups- |
| Day One: Cable Bay Adventure Park,
Lap One: Happy Daze/Stinger Lap Two: Veto Lap Three: Broken Gnome Lunch Break. Five: Gamble Six: Veto |
| Day Two: Wairoa Gorge Mountain Bike Park,
Lap One: No pressure- au natural- road to nowhere- kurtology- quattro Lap Two: Creamed Rice into MPD into Kurtology into Quattro (full run pick-up) Lap Three: Benched As into Bermed As continue Florence into Quattro Lunch Break. Lap Four: Repeat a favorite so far they will be twice as good the second time. Lap Five: something into Rainbow surfer to exit. Or finish with four runs. |
| Day Three: Codgers Mountain Bike Park and Fringed Hill.
Lap One: Warm up with Firball Climb, then Full Firball to the bottom Lap Two: Firball Climb into Koata Whetu, then up Whaneke to top of P51 down to intersection with Crazy Horse and Firball and continue to the bottom. Lap Three: Hulk and Hogan into Crazy Horse Lunch Break Lap Four and Five: Te Ara Koa TWICE, its so nice you’ll want to do it twice. |
Advanced (G5) to Expert (G6) Groups- |
| Day One: Cable Bay Adventure Park,
Lap One: Veto Lap Two: Broken Gnome Lap Three: Deliverance Lap Four: Poacher Lunch Break. Five: Gamble/Jurassic Six: repeat a favorite |
| Day Two: Wairoa Gorge Mountain Bike Park,
Lap One: Benched As into Bermed As continue into Florence into Quattro Lap Two: Jumanji/MPD/Kurtology/Quattro Lap Three: Slippery Weka/ Free range/ Gotten Rotten Lunch Break. Lap Four: DMT-Dirt Deeds-DMT/ Redline Lap Five: Broken Nun/ Mundy 500/ Chase the orange/Kurtology/ Quattro- Kidnapper |
| Day Three: Fringed Hill and 629 or Sharlands
Lap One: Te Ara Koa Lap Two: Butters Lap Three: FDH Lunch Break Lap Four, Five and Six: Either Peaking/Crankenstein/629 or Aorere/Putakari/Keyboard Warrior |
Remember: Gravity Nelson’s expert drivers, coaches and guides can customise and curate the ride choices throughout the trip to fine tune trail selection to your skills, desires, energy and vibe of the day.
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FAQ Section for Gravity Nelson’s 3-Day MTB Shuttle Package
Q1: What type of riders is the 3-day MTB shuttle package designed for?
A1: Our package is designed to accommodate groups of riders of similar skill level, from beginners (G3) to experts (G6). We customize the trail selection to match the skill level and preferences of each group, ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone.
Q2: What is included in the 3-day MTB shuttle package?
A2: The package includes airport pick-up and drop-off, transportation to different ride hubs, and shuttle services on all days. Optional add-ons include high-quality rental bikes, MTB coaching, guides, accommodation booking, and comprehensive meal packages.
Q3: How are the trails selected?
A3: Trails are selected based on the group’s skill levels and preferences. We begin with a broad categorization during booking and fine-tune selections daily based on your feedback, conditions, and our expert drivers/coaches/guides’ recommendations to maximize your riding pleasure.
Q4: What does the shuttle service include?
A4: Our shuttle service is designed to maximize your riding time and convenience. It includes private shuttles to the best trails suited for your group’s ability, with no unnecessary waiting and no feeling of being rushed.
Q5: Can I rent equipment, and what types are available?
A5: Yes, we offer a wide range of high-quality, full-suspension mountain bikes from top brands like Santa Cruz, Transition, and Mondraker, specifically set up for Nelson’s riding conditions. We also provide rental options for protective gear to ensure safety and comfort.
Q6: What additional services can be included in the package?
A6: You can enhance your experience with professional MTB coaching, personalized guiding services, MTB-friendly accommodation bookings at various price points, and snack and lunch packages tailored to your dietary needs.
Q7: How much does the package cost?
A7: The base price starts at $600 per person for a minimum of four riders, with a discounted rate of $500 per person for groups of six or more. Prices for add-ons and extra services vary, so please inquire for detailed pricing.
Q8: What should I bring?
A8: We recommend that you bring:
- Your personal mountain bike, well serviced, and set-up for Nelson riding conditions. We recommend a 150mm+ full-suspension enduro style mountain bike with beefy tires (EXO+ or beefier). If you personal mountain bike is not beefy enough consider renting one of our high quality mountain bike rentals.
- Your Personal Protective Equipment, including helmet (we recommend full-face or removable chin-bar style helmets), gloves, knee pads and elbow pads plus appropriate cycling clothes, water bottles, and personal items. We can provide much of these upon request, but personal fit and comfort might be better with your own equipment.
Q9: How do I book the package and what are the payment terms?
A9: You can book by contacting us directly via our website or email. A deposit is required upon booking to secure your dates, with the balance typically due before the trip starts. We accept various forms of payment, detailed in our booking confirmation.
Q10: What happens if the weather is bad?
A10: We monitor weather conditions closely and adjust itineraries as needed to ensure safety and the best possible riding experience. If severe weather prevents riding, we will offer alternative activities or reschedule your biking days if possible.
