The Avanti Plus Nelson Team
...providing quality service to all bike riders in our region and beyond
Our team
has well over 50 years experience in helping local cyclists get the most
enjoyment and fun out of biking whether it be on- or off-road, racing or recreational. Learn more
about the staff in the shop who can help you get the most from your bike riding...
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Mike Watson
Mike has owned and operated the store since 1985 and helped 1000's of
people own a bike and enjoy cycling. He rides on and off-road and is well known for his
passion for tandem riding.
Mike and his team organise many well known local cycling events that cater for all abilities of
rider, from novice to racer.
Non cycling hobbies: water sports, snow boarding, local wines.
Favourite ride(s): out to Cable Bay
Favourite race: Around Brunner (by tandem of course).
Favourite saying: "Enjoy the ride"
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Brent
Brent is the longest serving member of the Avantiplus Nelson Team having
helped countless customers for the last 20 years.
He carefully pre-assembles and checks many of our new bikes, helps out in the workshop and
keeps the shop looking neat and tidy.
Brent commutes to the store on his bike every day and also rides some of the local mountain
bike trails.
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Chris
Chris runs our workshop and is a Shimano Certified Mechanic. He has raced
BMX, cross country and road and so has a very broad range of cycling experience.
If you just need a service or have a mechanical problem with your bike, bring it into the
shop and talk to Chris.
PS He is well known for being able to explain things in plain english and not technical
jargon !!
Favourite ride: The Dead Dog Trail
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Greg
Greg has helped Avantiplus Nelson's customers since 2003. His passion is
Downhill racing but he also enjoys trail riding and has recently started road riding. He also has done extensive touring in NZ.
Favourite ride: Dun Mountain Walkway\Dew Lakes
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Mitchell
Michell joined Avantiplus Nelson in early 2008. His friendly, outgoing
nature has made him a big hit during public events such as the opening of the Atawai
cyclepath.
He is a keen club road racer, competing at the highest level in local events. Being
involved in cycling as a sport means that Mitchell is expert in:-
- bike selection and fit
- clothing choice
- nutrition
Favourite ride: Any hard A-grade race!
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Niel
Niel is a keen road rider and cyclo-tourist having ridden with his wife on
their bikes around NZ, Australia and all over Europe. He is also an endurance rider having
competed in the annual Christchurch to Nelson race and occasionally rides the local club
races.
If you want to discuss long distance cycling then ask for Niel in the shop - he will be
happy to help.
Niel recently road from Perth to Sydney and is planning his next long ride down the West coast of USA on MTB tracks.
Favourite ride: over Takaka Hill to Golden Bay and Farewell Spit.
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