Originally published in Volume 1 No.1 Bicycles United magazine Story: John Mitchell | Photos: Artters & Bike & Travel Co. Ltd อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า Bicycles United are still at an early embryo stage and prior … [Read More...] about THANIN RITTAVIRUN Beyond Touring and Bicycles
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Bicycle Touring: Crossing the Thailand/Malaysia border at Tak Bai immigration checkpoint
We crossed successfully from Thailand to Malaysia at the end of January 2023 and would like to share our experience to help other cyclists considering this option. We spent 10 minutes at Thai immigration getting stamped out of the … [Read More...] about Bicycle Touring: Crossing the Thailand/Malaysia border at Tak Bai immigration checkpoint
Touring Cyclist Menu: How to Order the 7 Most Common Dishes in Thailand
I have discovered that there is one very important concern in the mind of every touring cyclist, F-O-O-D. Over the years, the many cyclists I have had the privilege of encountering on the roads of Thailand have always found it … [Read More...] about Touring Cyclist Menu: How to Order the 7 Most Common Dishes in Thailand
Top Pick Bicycle Touring Restaurant: Ranee’s Velo Restaurant in Bangkok
Finding a bicycle themed cafe in Thailand is not as difficult as it used to be; but finding a bicycle themed restaurant owned and operated by a true cycling fanatic is rare indeed. Ranee’s Velo Restaurant is just such a … [Read More...] about Top Pick Bicycle Touring Restaurant: Ranee’s Velo Restaurant in Bangkok
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The Way of Preparing for a Long Distance Bicycle Trip
In my opinion, I think there are 4 things that need to be prepared in order to be fully ready to embark on a long distance cycling trip: - Prepare your heart (mind) - เตรียมใจ People need to be able to step outside of their … [Read More...] about The Way of Preparing for a Long Distance Bicycle Trip
Beat the Thailand Heat – 5 Tips to help you commit to an early morning ride
Thailand is hot. And, one of the ways locals get their cycling in is by doing it in the wee hours of the morning and also in the evening, before the Sun has come up and after it has gone down. Of course in the morning you'll … [Read More...] about Beat the Thailand Heat – 5 Tips to help you commit to an early morning ride
Bike for Your Life: How to Survive Biking Bangkok
Hopping on a bike in Bangkok doesn't happen without a conscious or sub-conscious acceptance of the risk involved when making your way to such dangerous locations as the next 7-Eleven. Weather aside, concerns about safety are the … [Read More...] about Bike for Your Life: How to Survive Biking Bangkok
How to Transport Your Bicycle on Thailand Buses
One of the frequent questions we get asked here at BicycleThailand.com is whether or not it is possible to transport a bicycle on Thailand buses. We addressed the query briefly in our Bicycle Touring Information series of … [Read More...] about How to Transport Your Bicycle on Thailand Buses
Tour Reviews
Hua Hin Bike Tours
Hua Hin Bike Tours is owned and operated by Adventure Cycling Thailand, a licensed Tourism Authority of Thailand Company. In 2008, Tour de Asia relocated from Bangkok to the beach side city of Hua Hin and assumed control of Sea … [Read More...] about Hua Hin Bike Tours
Amazing Bike Tours Review
Amazing Bike Tours Phuket Country Side ½ Day Tour Review Having prayed to the rain gods for a rain free day so it arrived! I had been inside for the last 4-5 days because of the wet weather and was itching to get out and about. … [Read More...] about Amazing Bike Tours Review
Thailand Green Ride
Thailand Green Ride was founded in 2008. The company, which offers bike tours in the Bangkok countryside, is under 100% Thai ownership. The tours given by Thailand Green Ride guides focus on agro tourism attractions such as orchid … [Read More...] about Thailand Green Ride
Grasshopper Adventures Bangkok Night Bike Tour Review
Grasshopper Adventures Bicycle Touring Company "Bangkok Night Bike" Review Located close to Bangkok's infamous Kao San road, Grasshopper Adventures are in a perfect position to serve the many thousands of tourists that visit … [Read More...] about Grasshopper Adventures Bangkok Night Bike Tour Review
Shop Reviews
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
Mojo Bikes in Chiang Mai [CLOSED]
[CLOSED] Last week I spent some time in Chiang Mai, where I had the opportunity to visit a few bike stores and ride some trails. One place I visited was Mojo Bikes, which recently opened its physical store following the growth of … [Read More...] about Mojo Bikes in Chiang Mai [CLOSED]
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
Center Bike in Surat Thani
This month’s featured bike store in Thailand is Center Bike. Located on Highway 401 in Mueang Surat Thani. Center Bike 67/48 Srivichai Road T. Makham Tia A. Mueang Surat Thani 84000 Tel: 077-221-884, 077-282-295 This … [Read More...] about Center Bike in Surat Thani
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Bicycle Nomenclature
This article will assist new cyclists with identifying the major parts of a bicycle. In addition it will make familiar the seemingly difficult labeling system associated with the different tube sections of a bicycle frame. This … [Read More...] about Bicycle Nomenclature
Identifying Shimano Chain Connecting Rivets
Some chains, including Shimano, use chain rivets which have wedge-like spherical ends. This creates a "mushroom" effect at the ends of the rivets, which adds to the strength of the chain side plates. When a rivet is pressed even … [Read More...] about Identifying Shimano Chain Connecting Rivets
Killing the Creak Part 1
Having just spent the better part of a week working on a particularly creaky bicycle I felt obliged to dedicate my next few articles to helping those of you brave enough to attempt the arduous task of finding and killing the … [Read More...] about Killing the Creak Part 1
How to Maintain Different Parts of your Bicycle
Maintaining the different parts of your bike is one way to ensure that it remains in good condition for a long time. If one part of your bicycle is in bad shape, you will not enjoy your overall cycling experience in Thailand. It … [Read More...] about How to Maintain Different Parts of your Bicycle
Rentals
Bicycle Rentals in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) 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 Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) Thailand
Bicycle Rentals in Bangkok 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 Bangkok Thailand
Bicycle Rentals in Phuket 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 Phuket 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
Thailand Cycling Trips by We Ride Bikes Places
With Thailand being one of our favourite countries in the world, it was a no brainer that we would include it in our round the world cycling itinerary. And not only did we end up including it, but have spent more time riding here … [Read More...] about Thailand Cycling Trips by We Ride Bikes Places
Tour of Thailand 2022 – Professional Road Cycling Race – Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand
The Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn's Cup Tour of Thailand has a UCI rating of 2.1The 2022 version will have a Men's Race and a Women's Race. Official website of the Tour of Thailand (Available in Thai and English … [Read More...] about Tour of Thailand 2022 – Professional Road Cycling Race – Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand
Ban Khun Chang Khian Village – Mountain Biking in Chiang Mai
Welcome to Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, and Ban Khun Chang Khian village, a Hmong tribe village located in the heart of the national park. In this blog we are going to look at a little of the history of the mountain, the people … [Read More...] about Ban Khun Chang Khian Village – Mountain Biking in Chiang Mai
Registration for the International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) 2019
Registration for the International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) 2019 is officially open with the event taking place from November 28th 2019 – December 1st 2019. For the first time, the International Chiang Mai Enduro will be a stage … [Read More...] about Registration for the International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) 2019