Randonneuring has finally come to Thailand. And while some of you long distance cycling junkies are delighted to hear this news many others are probably wondering, “What is Randonneuring?”Randonneuring is long-distance, … [Read More...] about Randonneuring has finally come to Thailand
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Bicycle Touring
How to Recognize Laundry Shops while Bicycle Touring in Thailand
ซัก - Wash อบ - Dry รีด - Press (Iron)Finding one of the MANY laundry shops in Thailand is quite easy if you learn to quickly recognize what their Thai language sign looks like. Luckily, EVERY laundry shop displays the same … [Read More...] about How to Recognize Laundry Shops while Bicycle Touring in Thailand
How To Choose a Bicycle Tour
Participating in a group cycling tour is a wonderful way to spend a holiday. A cycling trip, especially one to an area of the world you are unfamiliar with, has the potential to reward its participants with physical as well as … [Read More...] about How To Choose a Bicycle Tour
Everybody Can Travel by Bicycle
Travel by bicycle? Around one country or around the world. EVERYBODY can do it.People are always surprised when I explain my trip around Southeast Asia by bicycle. They ask if I really did it, especially after they see the … [Read More...] about Everybody Can Travel by Bicycle
How to
How to figure import duty and VAT on mail order bicycle parts
A recent forum thread titled Buying stuff via Mail Order, which was started by a reader asking about Thailand import duty on bike parts from online retailers like Evans Cycles and Chain Reaction Cycles, produced some good … [Read More...] about How to figure import duty and VAT on mail order bicycle parts
How to Conquer Doi Inthanon
Doi Inthanon 2014 is fast approaching on February 16th has got to be one of the toughest mountain bike rides in Thailand. The Doi-Inthanon is 46.62 km long, with its highest point at 2562 m and a total of 40.56 km climbing. The … [Read More...] about How to Conquer Doi Inthanon
Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Costs, Visas, Communications, and Medical
WHAT ARE THE COSTS INVOLVED WITH TAKING A BICYCLE TOURING TRIP IN THAILAND?Before your trip, you should find the current exchange rate of your country's currency to the Thai Baht (THB). For a current, up to date, exchange … [Read More...] about Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Costs, Visas, Communications, and Medical
Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Times, Roads, Hazards, and Safety
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TAKE A BICYCLE TOUR IN THAILAND?The best time to take a bicycle tour in Thailand is during the months between October and April. Thailand's rainy season ends towards the end of October and "cooler … [Read More...] about Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Times, Roads, Hazards, and Safety
Tour Reviews
SpiceRoads Mountain Bike Tour Review
SpiceRoads "Tribal Trails of Thailand – Mountain Biking in the North" Tour Review Article and photos by John Knauss With 6 weeks of Christmas vacation this year, I chose to pack up my Giant Anthem X29 and head to North Thailand … [Read More...] about SpiceRoads Mountain Bike Tour Review
Grasshopper Adventures
Grasshopper Adventures began crafting unique travel experiences by bicycle back in 2004. The goal was to provide immersive trips that did more than just scratch the surface and make them accessible to anyone looking beyond the … [Read More...] about Grasshopper Adventures
Grasshopper Adventures’ SPECIAL NEW Kingdoms of the North
Experience the Loy Kratong Festival of Lights on Grasshopper Adventures’ SPECIAL NEW Kingdoms of the North departureExtra departures of Grasshopper Adventures' popular 'Kingdoms of the North' Thailand tour have been added to … [Read More...] about Grasshopper Adventures’ SPECIAL NEW Kingdoms of the North
Grasshopper Adventures’ 2 new Chiang Mai cycling tours
Explore the countryside around Chiang Mai on two wheels with Grasshopper Adventures’ 2 new cycling tours.Further to the recent opening of Grasshopper Adventures’ new Chiang Mai branch, the Asia cycling tour specialists have … [Read More...] about Grasshopper Adventures’ 2 new Chiang Mai cycling tours
Let the adventure begin – Premuim Thailand GPS Cycling Routes
Shop Reviews
Northern Bike in Chiang Rai
Northern Bike is this month’s featured bike shop in Thailand. Chiang Rai, with its quiet roads, beautiful surrounding scenery, and easy to access mountain climbs is quickly becoming one of the more popular destinations for road … [Read More...] about Northern Bike in Chiang Rai
Conasiam Electric Bicycle Importer in Thailand
Looking for the freedom and independence that a bicycle provides, but not eager to do all of the pedaling yourself? Want to extend your range of mobility without having to worry about licensing and registration, parking and fuel … [Read More...] about Conasiam Electric Bicycle Importer in Thailand
The best place to buy a used bicycle in Bangkok? Sombat Kanamuji
Originally posted as ‘The best place to buy a used bicycle in Bangkok? Sombat Kanamuji’ in Arts & Entertainment section of Coconuts Bangkok 24/12/2012. Are you looking to buy a used bicycle in Bangkok but paralyzed with fear … [Read More...] about The best place to buy a used bicycle in Bangkok? Sombat Kanamuji
Jacky Bike in Chiang Mai
This month's featured bike shop in Thailand is Jacky Bike. Jacky Bike is located in the city of Chiang Mai, nestled on the west side of the city between the old moat and the base of Suthep mountain. The trendy area of Nimmanhaemin … [Read More...] about Jacky Bike in Chiang Mai
Maintenance
Going Tubeless
Many mountain bikers are using tubeless tire systems nowadays. These systems have their benefits and drawbacks. So, is it a good idea to change to tubeless? It’s not possible to give one answer because the decision to change … [Read More...] about Going Tubeless
Build Your Own Bicycle Shop Workbench
Over the past weekend I managed to piece together a fairly decent bicycle shop workbench for a very good friend of mine. I thought I would take the opportunity to share some of the advice that I've received and learned over the … [Read More...] about Build Your Own Bicycle Shop Workbench
11 Must Have Tools for Every Bicycle Mechanic
So you want to be a bicycle mechanic. BicycleThailand.com is here to help you recognize just what is needed in order to complete your transformation into 'Bicycle Repairman'. Far more than just a bottle of chain lube and a BFH is … [Read More...] about 11 Must Have Tools for Every Bicycle Mechanic
Setting the ‘Sag’ on MTB Suspension Forks
The idea behind mountain bike suspension is to help isolate the rider from small to medium bumps, effectively reducing rider fatigue. When a rider is less fatigued he or she can enjoy the overall mountain biking experience, … [Read More...] about Setting the ‘Sag’ on MTB Suspension Forks
New bicycle tools can make your day – Shipped Anywhere in Thailand
Rentals
Bangkok bicycle rentals to ‘ease traffic congestion’
Originally posted as ‘Bangkok bicycle rentals to ‘ease traffic congestion’’ in News section of Coconuts Bangkok 01/10/2012.The Bangkok government has announced plans to ease traffic congestion by setting up bicycle … [Read More...] about Bangkok bicycle rentals to ‘ease traffic congestion’
Bicycle Rentals in Nakhon Pathom Thailand
Several bicycle tour companies in Thailand offer daily, monthly, and long term bike rentals. First, decide where in Thailand you will be visiting and what type of bicycle would suit your riding plans. Then contact one of the … [Read More...] about Bicycle Rentals in Nakhon Pathom Thailand
Bicycle Rentals in Sukhothai Thailand
Several bicycle tour companies in Thailand offer daily, monthly, and long term bike rentals. First, decide where in Thailand you will be visiting and what type of bicycle would suit your riding plans. Then contact one of the … [Read More...] about Bicycle Rentals in Sukhothai Thailand
Bicycle Rentals in Chiang Mai Thailand
Several bicycle tour companies in Thailand offer daily, monthly, and long term bike rentals. First, decide where in Thailand you will be visiting and what type of bicycle would suit your riding plans. Then contact one of the … [Read More...] about Bicycle Rentals in Chiang Mai Thailand
News
International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) in 2019
We are excited to be once again hosting the International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) in 2019, and especially proud and honored to be chosen as a stage for the Asia-Pacific Continental Series of the Enduro World Series – the first an … [Read More...] about International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) in 2019
KRABI MOUNTAIN BIKE CHALLENGE RAISES MORE THAN 1M BAHT FOR CHARITY
ROTARY CHARITY EVENT ROSE MORE THAN THB 1M THOUGH MOUNTAIN BIKE CHALLENGE Krabi Rotary organization and sponsorship partners and cycling enthusiasts have completed the 4th Charity fundraising in Krabi on Sunday, 17 February 2019. … [Read More...] about KRABI MOUNTAIN BIKE CHALLENGE RAISES MORE THAN 1M BAHT FOR CHARITY
Norway will be Car-free by 2030
Car-free plans in NorwayNorway is trying to reduce the number of cars on the road by 2030. The Norwegian government intends to reduce the growth rate of car usage while the growth rate of the population is higher and … [Read More...] about Norway will be Car-free by 2030
Volunteer English Teacher hit by car While Riding Her Bicycle in Mae Sod Thailand
A Volunteer English Teacher was hit by a car While Riding Her Bicycle in Mae Sod ThailandOn February 15th, police officers in Mae Sod, Tak province received an accident report that a foreign woman had been hit by a car at the … [Read More...] about Volunteer English Teacher hit by car While Riding Her Bicycle in Mae Sod Thailand