Touring cyclists who are traveling through the province of Prachuap Khiri Khan have a new accommodation option in the small beachside town of Thap Sakae. On a recent bicycle ride down the main beach road of Thap Sakae, I spotted … [Read More...] about Top Pick Bicycle Touring Accommodation: Bike Hostel in Thap Sakae
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Top Pick Bicycle Touring Accommodation: Siripong Guesthouse in Ban Krut
Created on and last updated on by Mike Hammers
Many beautiful and rewarding bicycle tours along Thailand's southern coasts are made possible by the vast number of accommodation choices. Being a touring cyclist myself I know how much time and deliberation is spent deciding on a … [Read More...] about Top Pick Bicycle Touring Accommodation: Siripong Guesthouse in Ban Krut
Bicycle Touring: Crossing the Thailand/Malaysia border at Tak Bai immigration checkpoint
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
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
Bicycle Touring South Korea’s East Coast, from Busan to Sokcho and the DMZ
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
After completing my most recent Seoul to Busan Bicycle Tour in South Korea I became very interested to explore the east coast of the country. I had seen maps showing that a partially marked route along the coast existed, and after … [Read More...] about Bicycle Touring South Korea’s East Coast, from Busan to Sokcho and the DMZ
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The Language of Bicycling
Created on and last updated on by Tim Shady
This is by no means a definitive list of terms used in the cycling community, but it is a great starting point for newbies who seek to learn the lingua franca commonly spoken on road sides and trail heads. A — B — C — D — E — F … [Read More...] about The Language of Bicycling
Keeping Your Bike Roadworthy and Safe on a Trip
Created on and last updated on by o_taylor
Keeping Your Bike Roadworthy and Safe on a Trip Cycling through Thailand is a safe activity, and with so many cyclists in the country you’ll be in good company. That said, things can always go wrong, no matter where in the … [Read More...] about Keeping Your Bike Roadworthy and Safe on a Trip
Bangkok’s BTS stations will allow bicycles on the trains which are not folding bicycles
Created on and last updated on by Ulysses N. Owen
On the 1st of August, 2016, Bangkok’s BTS stations will allow bicycles on the trains which are not folding bicycles, during the times listed below: Monday-Friday Morning time from 06:00-06:30 am and evening time from 10:00 pm … [Read More...] about Bangkok’s BTS stations will allow bicycles on the trains which are not folding bicycles
Bicycles on Airplanes in Thailand
Created on and last updated on by Tim Shady
Safely transporting your bicycle on an airplane requires a bit of preparation and forethought. You will need to consider what type of container to pack your bicycle in, how you, your bicycle, and your additional luggage will … [Read More...] about Bicycles on Airplanes in Thailand
Tour Reviews
Velo Thailand
Created on and last updated on by Mike Hammers
Velo Thailand - the tour company and bike shop that was started with a real love for bikes. The beginning of Velo Thailand came in 2003 when Thagoon Laokosakul (Ae to his friends) started a small bicycle touring company near … [Read More...] about Velo Thailand
Siam Bike Tours in Phuket Thailand
Created on and last updated on by Contributing Guest Author
Originally posted as ‘Phuket Lifestyle: Those other bikers heading to Phuket’ in Lifestyle section of Phuket Gazette 28/03/2012. Article by Marc Mulloy PHUKET: With Big Bike Week just around the corner it is good to … [Read More...] about Siam Bike Tours in Phuket Thailand
ABC Amazing Bangkok Cyclist
Created on and last updated on by Ulysses N. Owen
Bangkok is, without a doubt, a very busy place. The city’s disorganized roads are continually clogged with traffic. It would seem discouraging and less than ideal for a tourist destination, until you meet a group of people who are … [Read More...] about ABC Amazing Bangkok Cyclist
Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company Review
Created on and last updated on by vicrollins
Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company "Half-day ride to the White Temple" Tour Review “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” – Confucius Bee and his family have certainly taken the sage at his … [Read More...] about Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company Review
Shop Reviews
Professional Cyclefit at JJ Cycling Centre in Bangkok
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
Looking for professional bike fitting services in Bangkok, Thailand? Look no further than JJ Cycling Centre, conveniently located on the 3rd floor of Velo Fabric bicycle shop, on Thetsaban Songkhro Road, in the Talat Pracha Niwet … [Read More...] about Professional Cyclefit at JJ Cycling Centre in Bangkok
Cyclist Point in Chiang Rai
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
Last month, I wrote an article after interviewing former French National Mountain Bike Champion Peter Pouly. The article focused on Peter's professional cycling career, 2005 retirement, and his subsequent move to Thailand where he … [Read More...] about Cyclist Point in Chiang Rai
Culture Cycliste in Nakhon Pathom
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
In May 2013, my colleague visited the first ever Culture Cycliste shop, located adjacent to Lumphini Park in the Pathum Wan district of Bangkok. Now, a year later, I had the chance to visit the newly opened second branch of … [Read More...] about Culture Cycliste in Nakhon Pathom
Kamala Bike Shop in Phuket
Created on and last updated on by RindinginPhuket
Kamala Bicycle Shop is our first featured bike shop in Phuket. If you’re coming from Patong turn right at the first set of traffic lights. If you're coming from Surin Beach turn left at the second set of traffic lights, after … [Read More...] about Kamala Bike Shop in Phuket
Maintenance
Sizing a Derailleur Chain to Length
Created on and last updated on by The Wrench
Chains for derailleur bicycles should always be of adequate length. A chain that is too long or too short can cause shifting problems. However, the rear derailleur cage should be long enough to take up slack as the chain is … [Read More...] about Sizing a Derailleur Chain to Length
Build Your Own Bicycle Shop Workbench
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
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
For God’s Sake Replace Your Cables!
Created on and last updated on by The Wrench
Alright people, let's talk about your bike and how it functions. Bicycles are wonderful, magical, delightfully simple, and fantastically complex machines of perfection. A model specimen of the fantastically complex component of … [Read More...] about For God’s Sake Replace Your Cables!
11 Must Have Tools for Every Bicycle Mechanic
Created on and last updated on by The Wrench
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
Rentals
Bicycle Rentals in Bangkok Thailand
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
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 Kanchanaburi Thailand
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
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 Kanchanaburi Thailand
Bicycle Rentals in Chiang Rai Thailand
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
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 Rai Thailand
Bicycle Rentals in Chiang Mai Thailand
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
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
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Thailand Cycling Trips by We Ride Bikes Places
Created on and last updated on by Contributing Guest Author
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
Created on and last updated on by T.R. Ingles
The Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn's Cup Tour of Thailand has a UCI rating of 2.1 The 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
Created on and last updated on by Ulysses N. Owen
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
Created on and last updated on by Ulysses N. Owen
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