Well not so much a party but an exhibition opening, and not so much at her place as at a flash gallery in Parnell. But if you’re around and not wearing Lycra you should pop in to the Parnell Gallery in Auckland (263 Parnell Rd) and check out Michelle’s amazing paintings. Hell if you pop in on opening night there might even be a glass of wine. Oh and when Michelle isn’t stuck in her studio painting you’ll find her out racing Pro-Elite level XC here and overseas.

VIDEO | Commencal – T.E.M.P.O. – Hugo Frixtalon
Jump aboard the new COMMENCAL T.E.M.P.O with Hugo Frixtalon in British Columbia for this edit that oozes that late summer heat feel!
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