Adventure Capital
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Adventure Capital is New Zealand's leading specialist outdoor recreation equipment hire business servicing the needs of travellers and the tourism industry since 2006. We also offer guided bike tours from our store in Auckland.With a range of camping, tramping and bike hire packages, we provide high quality hire equipment which has been designed and made for New Zealand's unique weather conditions. We provide expert advice to help adventure travellers choose the right equipment for their outdoor adventure holiday, from two person car camping kits to mountain bike kits that include helmet, locks and maps. We are the only company in New Zealand offering tourists the option to hire a wide range of outdoor gear for use throughout the country. Servicing both Auckland and Christchurch, we offer customers the convenience of one-way hire at no additional cost. We look forward to seeing you in-store one day soon!
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Julie
Auckland Central, New Zealand1 contribution
Mar 2021
We hired bikes to compete in a fun adventure race. Jacqui was incredibly helpful both over the phone and in store, and definitely made us feel confident going into the race that we were well prepared and equipped with all we needed.
I would highly recommend hiring you bike from Adventure Capital!
I would highly recommend hiring you bike from Adventure Capital!
Written 5 April 2021
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MelodyAislabie
Mangere, New Zealand59 contributions
Feb 2021
This was the second time we had booked bikes through this coy as the first time was so successful. When I phoned, Jacqui made some great suggestions for this trip and we were very happy riders on our return. The bikes are the best e-bikes we have hired and Adventure Capital leaves other operators for dead with their knowledge, flexibility and high quality equipment. We had a fabbo day and plan to be back again. Thanks Jacqui and crew for doing what you do so well.
Written 26 February 2021
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Wow! Thanks so much for such an amazing review, Melody! It has been such a pleasure meeting you and hope you both have an amazing cycling holiday in the South Island...and we have all fingers and toes crossed for you that this is still possible!! Take care
Written 27 February 2021
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Musitelli M
Montpellier, France2 contributions
Jun 2020
Great staff who gave us a lot of advice. Our bikes were perfect for the day. We spent an amazing sunny day :)
Thank you very much. Mathilde & Guillaume
Thank you very much. Mathilde & Guillaume
Written 23 June 2020
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Kia ora Mathilde & Guillaume! A total pleasure to meet you both and thanks so much for taking the time to review your experience with us! We really appreciate it. Hope to see you again one day!
Written 24 June 2020
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Zoe E
2 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
My adult daughter and I hired a couple of commuter style ebikes and took ourselves off exploring for the day. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. We were given maps and advice and ended up in half moon bay. Lovely 35 plus km ride (we took a few detours due to deficiency in map reading skills). Mostly flat but a couple of steep stretches through suburbia made us appreciate the e bike option. Perfect day and felt safe when we needed to go off the bike tracks. Take a picnic or enjoy a meal at one of the cafes on the way. Took the ferry back from half moon bay (around $10). Advice for others - ferry is infrequent on a Saturday - our options were 3.45 or had we missed that one the next was around 7.
Written 13 March 2020
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Kia ora 939zoee - so pleased you had a great time out and enjoyed the experience; that's a lovely ride!! Thanks for taking the time to post your feedback; we really appreciate it! Happy and safe travels
Written 16 March 2020
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Bluetrinity
Melbourne, Australia2 contributions
Jan 2020
Adventure world provided a professional and friendly service with a good grasp of their business and technical aspects of the bikes we were riding. We did a waterfront ride to Mission Bay for lunch and then back in 4 hours. Nice ride.
Written 3 March 2020
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Thanks for taking the time to post your feedback Bluetrinity! Our team always appreciate it!! Glad you had a great time and hope to see you in NZ again one day for another fun cycling adventure!
Written 5 March 2020
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peter w
15 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We hired two bikes for the day- both well maintained and of good quality with helmets and lock for what felt a fair price.
We were helped by Clare who could not have been lovelier- she suggested a route for us (a day cycle to Half moon bay and ferry back) which was just perfect and was the consummate professional.
If you are looking for bike hire in Auckland then look no further
We were helped by Clare who could not have been lovelier- she suggested a route for us (a day cycle to Half moon bay and ferry back) which was just perfect and was the consummate professional.
If you are looking for bike hire in Auckland then look no further
Written 27 February 2020
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Kia ora, peterwQ1807TR - thanks for taking the time to post your feedback; we greatly appreciate it! Glad you had a wonderful time and the team look forward to being of assistance on your next visit to Tamaki Makaurau, Auckland! Happy and safe travels until then!
Written 29 February 2020
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Mandy T
Melbourne, Australia24 contributions
Feb 2020
Recently worked with the team on a two day guided private group tour - one day along the Pink Lighpath and waterfront and the other across the ferry to Devonport. They were extremely helpful with putting together the arrangements for 30 clients and my tour leader came back and advised it was by far the best ride of the whole trip. Bikes are good quality and were all prepared and waiting collection, the staff friendly and very organised. On the second day, some clients wanted to extend their bike rental from half day to full day and there were no problems with this. Would recommend Adventure Capital to anyone seeking bike hire in Auckland.
Written 26 February 2020
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Kia ora, Mandy T! Was such a pleasure to work with your team on this and our team really enjoyed our time with the group! Thanks for taking the time to post your feedback, we really appreciate it and hope we can be of assistance in future!
Written 29 February 2020
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Climber639856
Abbotsford, Canada11 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
For Valentine’s Day, we decided to explore Auckland’s cycle paths and take in some of the waterfront in the eastern suburbs after speaking with the folks at Adventure Capital.
The bikes - hard tail mountain bikes - were in great shape, and the maps we were given worked like a charm. The riding was enjoyable and we felt safe the entire way. After riding the 35 km to half moon bay, we took the Fuller 360 ferry back to the city. Just a glorious day and great overall experience. The folks that work here know there stuff and take the time to ensure you are comfortable before you head out. Full marks for this company.
The bikes - hard tail mountain bikes - were in great shape, and the maps we were given worked like a charm. The riding was enjoyable and we felt safe the entire way. After riding the 35 km to half moon bay, we took the Fuller 360 ferry back to the city. Just a glorious day and great overall experience. The folks that work here know there stuff and take the time to ensure you are comfortable before you head out. Full marks for this company.
Written 15 February 2020
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Kia ora, Climber639856 - what a cool Valentines trip! Thanks for taking the time to post your feedback, so pleased you enjoyed your experience with us and hope to see you back again for a different cycling adventure another day!! Have a great day
Written 18 February 2020
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Michael S
2 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
The bikes were excellent, the lady in the shop was most helpful and I’d definitely recommend Adventure Capital to anyone.
Written 15 February 2020
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Kia ora, Q5686VXmichaels - thanks so much for your feedback! And so pleased you enjoyed your experience with us; hope to see you again in future!
Written 16 February 2020
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Roslyn J
Brisbane, Australia9 contributions
Great day with friendly and helpful guides. Beautiful scenery and a nice ice cream half way! Safe and enjoyable
Written 11 February 2020
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Kia ora, roslynj2017 - thanks for taking the time to post your feedback; we really appreciate it! And so great to hear you enjoyed your experience with us; hope to see you again one day!!
Written 12 February 2020
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Gabriel F
Cordoba, Argentina3 contributions
Hello, do you have bikes for kids also ? Best, Gabriel
Jacqui W
Auckland Central, New Zealand1 contribution
Hi Gabriel - thanks for your enquiry. Yes, we do have bikes for older kids - need to be confident on a bicycle and measure over 1.2m.
If you have young children, we have kid seats available - children must weigh less than 20kgs for this option.
Let us know if you'd like to make a booking!
Bye for now,
Jacqui
gumtree08
Australia21 contributions
Hi.
I am trying to send an email from your website re camping gear hire, but not working.
Can you provide me contact details for direct email so I can ask questions and book?
Thanks
Kerri
Jacqui W
Auckland Central, New Zealand1 contribution
Hi Kerri - for some reason, this question wasn't alerted to us, so sorry for the late reply...if you'd still like more information, you can contact us on email. Tripadvisor won't allow us to include the email address on these answers but if you visit our website again you will see the address listed there...
Jenny H
Poole, UK18 contributions
does your room rate include breakfast?
Jacqui W
Auckland Central, New Zealand1 contribution
Hi Jenny - given we are an activity operator, not a hotel or hostel, I'm afraid breakfast in not included. But you are more than welcome to call in and experience one of our guided or self-guided bike tours while you are in Auckland if you would like to explore the city and surrounds.
All the best!