Follow this historic railway line through the stunning Otago landscape on New Zealands original Great Ride.
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Date cycled: September 2022
Distance: 152 KM
Duration: 3 days
The Otago Rail Trail is New Zealands original Great Ride. Stretching 152-kilometer from Middlemarch to Clyde, the trail can be walked but is most often cycled over 3-5 days. It follows the path of a historic railway line, showcasing the stunning landscapes of Central Otago. With preserved bridges, tunnels, and stations, the trail offers a glimpse into the region's gold-mining past. Passing through charming towns like Waipiata and Lauder, it provides a leisurely journey through Central Otago's natural beauty and cultural heritage. The trail can be cycled year round and is great for families.
More info on the trail:
- https://www.otagocentralrailtrail.co.nz/
- https://www.otagorailtrail.co.nz/
- Transport we used - https://www.centralcycletrail.co.nz/
Our hiking gear:
Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 Freestanding Tent - https://amzn.to/4hvxZuR
Durston X-Mid 2 Trekking Pole Tent - https://bit.ly/DurstonXMid2
Osprey Eja 48L (Danya's Pack) - https://amzn.to/41PUUvp
Osprey Exos 48L (Chris' Pack) - https://amzn.to/4hzfoht
Thermarest NeoAir XLite (Danya's Sleeping Pad) - https://amzn.to/41vQHN3
Exped 5R Mummy LW (Chris' Sleeping Pad) - https://bit.ly/Exped5R
EE Renegade Quilt (Chris' Quilt) - https://bit.ly/4bSmexn
EE Engima Quilt (Danya's Quilt) - https://bit.ly/4i6d036
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Our camera gear:
Panasonic GH6 Micro Four Thirds Camera - https://amzn.to/3FK3OTq
Panasonic 12-60mm f2.8-4 Lens - https://amzn.to/41Jj0HO
Panasonic 9mm f1.7 Lens - https://amzn.to/4ixqK6R
GoPro Hero 10 - https://amzn.to/4kyMEIH
Peak Design Capture Clip v3 (to carry camera) - https://amzn.to/426huAW
DJI Mini 4 Pro Drone - https://amzn.to/3R9Rr5F
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- Galaxies by One Hundred Years
- We Walk In Clouds by Red Licorice
- Wee White House - Piano & Cello by GÅEL
- Paper Flowers by Young Collective
- Give Me Love by Jessie Reid
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:56 - Day 1 - Middlemarch to Waipiata
04:25 - Day 2 - Waipiata to Lauder
10:43 - Day 3 - Lauder to Clyde
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