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14 Blokes, 14 Bikes: The Old Ghost Road

14 Blokes, 14 Bikes: The Old Ghost Road

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Each year there’s at least one keen Marleen staff member who makes the 5hr car ride to the wild West Coast of the South Island to complete one of the more technical and scenic rides here in New Zealand – the Old Ghost Road.

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Ellie Hulsebosch - Ambassador Update

Ellie Hulsebosch - Ambassador Update

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This girl is one to watch! We chatted to Marleen Ambassador, Ellie about her adventures in Europe over the Summer '23 season.

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Max reviews the Maxxis Reaver

Max reviews the Maxxis Reaver

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We asked our warehouse shred-star, Max Hides to go and find out what all the fuss was about with the new gravel tyre from Maxxis - the Reaver.

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TRP: Celebrating 35 years of technology & development

TRP: Celebrating 35 years of technology & development

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TRP = Tektro Racing Products - the high-performance brain child of Tektro - 35 years in the making.

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Staff Bio: Warwick

Staff Bio: Warwick

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Warwick is our main man of the Customer Support Hub team here at Marleen. When he's not busy on the phones, serving our customers or training staff, he is found in his happy place on 2 wheels...

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Our Riders Overseas!

Our Riders Overseas!

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We have had visits from loads of our riders stopping by to grab last minute gear as they prepare to compete and ride overseas this coming season.

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Staff Bio: Max

Staff Bio: Max

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Get to know the latest addition to our warehouse picking and packing team, Max! While he packs a good order, he's perhaps a bit more talented at being on two wheels around the hills and trails of Christchurch and beyond!

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Basil MIK System - Click & GO!

Basil MIK System - Click & GO!

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Watch Charlotte from Action Bicycle club explain how easy and convenient the MIK system is to change up your different loads!

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Maxxis: New Zealand's Tyre of Choice

Maxxis: New Zealand's Tyre of Choice

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From the 90's to this day, Maxxis has remained the tyre of choice for discerning riders here in Aotearoa.

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HIPLOK D1000

HIPLOK D1000

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The toughest (AKA anti-angle grinder!!) bicycle lock on the market has just been released and is coming to NZ shores early December!

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Staff Bio: Hayden

Staff Bio: Hayden

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If anyone can answer a Maxxis, DT Swiss or Praxis tech question around Marleen, it's usually Hayden. Product Team champ by day, football & gamer champ by night...

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Staff Bio: Dan

Staff Bio: Dan

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Dan is one of our Bosch Service Centre gurus, C.S.H support and winner of most favourable beard here at HQ. Although he bikes more than walks, you'll find Dan wandering around some of NZ's most rugged tramping tracks...

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Rider Profile: Erice van Leuven

Rider Profile: Erice van Leuven

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18-08-2022: We are excited to be supporting riders from a huge range of backgrounds and experience. One of our younger supported riders, Erice van Leuven caught up with us before she jetted off to Europe.

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Swapping Screens for Planes: Marleen goes to Europe

Swapping Screens for Planes: Marleen goes to Europe

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After more than two years of Zoom meetings, connecting with suppliers in person was a hugely valuable experience for the Marleen team, venturing overseas for the first time since Covid.

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Staff Bio: Nic

Staff Bio: Nic

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Nic is one of our MVP's who has been with Marleen for 20 years!! Nic's passion for racing DH as well as Road, has led to a lifelong love of all things bikes. You'll find her out on the trails, with her big dog Tug, or creating delicious vegan food!

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Rider Profile: Billy Meaclem

Rider Profile: Billy Meaclem

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We're excited to be supporting Billy Meaclem with the best rubber there is, Maxxis Tyres. We caught up with Billy before he heads away to chase more podiums this season.

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Ridden & Reviewed: iXS Carve Hip Hugger

Ridden & Reviewed: iXS Carve Hip Hugger

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We wanted to see how good these were, here in the hills of home. So who better to review the new Women's iXS Carve Hip-Hugger shorts, than one of our own?

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Staff Bio: Anna

Staff Bio: Anna

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While she's better at drawing pictures and laying up ads, our Graphic Designer, Anna still likes to get out for a ride. Looking after her 30+ house plants also keeps her busy...

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IXS Clothing - taking responsibility

IXS Clothing - taking responsibility

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As a Wholesaler, it's long been known of the footprint that comes with importing products into NZ. Yes, cycling actually has a positive impact on the planet, yet getting the balance right...

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Need to know: TRP Brake pads & Rotors

Need to know: TRP Brake pads & Rotors

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How can you get the best out of your brakes this season? While you might have some of the most powerful brakes on the market, not having the right contact...

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REVIEWED: NiteRider Lumina 2500

REVIEWED: NiteRider Lumina 2500

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Dan from our Customer & Bosch Service Centre Hub, takes the NiteRider Lumina 2500 out for a spin in the hill around Christchurch and puts it through its paces...

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Staff Bio: Sam

Staff Bio: Sam

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When he's not servicing DT Swiss Hubs, pulling apart forks, or fronting one of our Youtube workshop videos; Sam can be found in his happy place, on the saddle...

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Bosch eBike Systems Visit & Training

Bosch eBike Systems Visit & Training

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It has been a long 2 years since hosting suppliers, but now with the borders relaxing, we have welcomed the first of many to our HQ here in Christchurch, New Zealand...

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Staff Bio: Jeremy

Staff Bio: Jeremy

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Our South Island Sales Rep, Jeremy hails from a family of sporting legends. When he's not busy travelling the South visiting bike stores, he can be found doing what he loves best, mowing lawns... oh, and biking.

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Maxxis / 20 years of Shred

Maxxis / 20 years of Shred

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It’s been 20 years since the Maxxis Minion DHF touched dirt for the first time. The distinctive tyre quickly became a favourite of gravity athletes and enthusiasts alike...

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Staff Bio: Wesley

Staff Bio: Wesley

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When he's not repping up a storm around the North Island, Wes is discovering all that NZ trail life has to offer on 2 wheels... or sometimes 1.

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5 steps to a clean bicycle

5 steps to a clean bicycle

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Yes, every now and then it's time to clean your bicycle! After a muddy ride through the forest, when you notice the dirt taking over your bike, or just after a long winter...

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Urban Iki Front Seat Set up

Urban Iki Front Seat Set up

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We want you to get out there and enjoy the ride. That’s why Urban Iki front seats are simple to install on most commuting bikes, with all mounting materials included...

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Winter Cycling Tips

Winter Cycling Tips

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The winter months shouldn’t mean you have to put the bikes away. In fact it’s probably more important to get out and get those endorphins pumping to help you beat...

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Get to know Pure Sports Nutrition

Get to know Pure Sports Nutrition

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The history behind New Zealand’s leading Sports Nutrition brand, PURE. Designed with sports science in mind and proudly produced in Christchurch, New Zealand...

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Marleen Staff Bike Trip: Wairoa Gorge

Marleen Staff Bike Trip: Wairoa Gorge

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Why not check out some amateur footage of our little getaway to the gorge! Featuring 1x roadie, 1x noob, 1x BMXer & 3 mediocre riders and of course the 2 pros...

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