Cycleways in the USA

In the United States, there is also a trend to build car- free roads, lanes and bike paths as in Europe.
This link includes examples of car - free roads across the USA.
http://www.bicycling.com/rides/travel/10-best-car-free-bike-paths-in-the-usa  

The New Zealand cycle trail network provides similar off-road cycling experiences that are providing good opportunities for cyclists of all abilities to see New Zealand on a bike. The cycle trail networks are mostly geared for people to visit on day trips rather than as part of a cycle tour of New Zealand but they can be incorporated into a cycle tour with the proviso that not all of the cycle trails are suitable for touring bikes with full loads.

The great news is that every year significant progress is being made to make New Zealand more cyclist friendly and that this is part of a worldwide trend.

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