Port Macquarie's Hugh McLaurin loves his bicycle.
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He often rides from his home on Hastings River Drive to the Port Macquarie North Shore (via the ferry) and back.
"It is a brilliant ride," he enthused.
But Mr McLaurin's bike is not your typical bike.
It's a gorgeous Penny-farthing, which ensures he stands out.
"Port Macquarie is a great place to ride the Penny-farthing," he said.
"You are very tall, very high.
"I just need to be careful, I have been over the handle bars a couple of times."
Around sixty people including Mr McLaurin, gathered for a barbeque breakfast on the Town Green this morning (September 26) to celebrate Bike Week.
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Road Safety Officer Pip Cox said it was encouraging to see so many kids, students and adults turn out for the event.
"It was a really successful morning," she said.
"Riding a bike is a low-cost, environmentally friendly means to transport your way around town."
It aims to spread positive messages about the benefits of cycling to a diverse audience, increase the use of cycling infrastructure for transport and educate the community about related road rules.
Port Macquarie cyclist Robert Marr said riding around town for transport is a great alternative to driving.
"This is my form of transport, I don't drive." he said.
"It's quite fun. I really enjoy going down and up hills, just getting around town."
Charles Sturt University is hosting free bike riding events for staff and students during the week, including giveaways such as free food, drinks, competitions and prizes.
