Planning your very first bicycle touring adventure. What an exciting endeavor indeed! At this point you've probably read through websites, magazine articles, and maybe even a bicycle touring book or three documenting, in … [Read More...] about How to Plan Your First Bicycle Touring Adventure in 6 Easy Steps
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Thailand Cycle Touring: 26 Inch or 700c Wheels?
The debate over which is the best wheel size for cycle touring may never see a clear winner. Traditional touring bicycles have always come equipped with 700c wheels while some newer models are now making use of 26-inch wheels. … [Read More...] about Thailand Cycle Touring: 26 Inch or 700c Wheels?
Cycling on a Shoestring: The Ubiquitous Noodle Shops of Thailand
One of the most rewarding experiences of riding a bicycle in Thailand is the cornucopia of food that greets you at every bend in the road. From seaside restaurants and mountain village fresh markets to the curbside food stands … [Read More...] about Cycling on a Shoestring: The Ubiquitous Noodle Shops of Thailand
Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Maps, Accommodation, Transport, and Food
WHERE CAN I BUY GUIDEBOOKS AND MAPS IN THAILAND? If you will be starting your cycling trip in Bangkok, the capital city has several well-stocked chain bookstores. Some, but not all, of these chain bookstores can also be found … [Read More...] about Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Maps, Accommodation, Transport, and Food
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How to Treat Cycling Road Rash
Cyclists often refer to abrasions from crashes as "road rash." While a bike crash has the potential to cause a painful and severe abrasion, most abrasions are shallow scrapes that do not extend into the dermis and don't cause a … [Read More...] about How to Treat Cycling Road Rash
How to Ride Your Bike In The Rain
Having had a very wet early season, cyclists in Thailand have had lots of opportunity to ride and possibly race in the rain this year. While a quick shower or a torrential downpour may seem like a negative try to keep a cheerful … [Read More...] about How to Ride Your Bike In The Rain
Daily Cost of Unsupported Bicycle Touring in Thailand
This article is meant to help cyclists get an idea of the price-per-day cost of self-supported cycle touring in Thailand. If you’d rather join a fully supported and/or guide-led bicycle tour in Thailand please reference our TOURS … [Read More...] about Daily Cost of Unsupported Bicycle Touring in Thailand
How to Ride in a Group
Article by Fred Matheny Pacelines are organized. They have specific rules. But in big groups like you find in centuries or charity rides, things will be disorganized. This can intimidate even experienced riders. Sooner or … [Read More...] about How to Ride in a Group
Tour Reviews
Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company Review
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
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
Siam Bike Tours in Phuket Thailand
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
SpiceRoads Cycling
At SpiceRoads Cycling we believe there's no better way to see the world than by bicycle. Because travel is about the journey and everything it encompasses, never just the destination. Experiencing the moment and … [Read More...] about SpiceRoads Cycling
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All Wheels Ride in Songkhla
Traveling by bicycle through the Deep South of Thailand is a wonderfully rewarding experience. The sights, the smells, and the tastes of Thailand's southern provinces are rich and memorable. Amongst Thais, questions concerning the … [Read More...] about All Wheels Ride in Songkhla
Bike Center in Khon Kaen
Over the past weekend I had the chance to travel to Khon Kaen and while I was there, as I do on all of my trips in Thailand, I paid a visit to every bike shop in town. I found a few gems and of course I marked all of the shops on … [Read More...] about Bike Center in Khon Kaen
Don Kuson Community Bike Shop in Bangkok
Possibly the only bike shop in Bangkok running on the support and donations of local bicycle lovers, the Don Kuson Community Bike Shop started as the answer to a need noticed by Alexander Martin. As an avid bicyclist in the US, he … [Read More...] about Don Kuson Community Bike Shop in Bangkok
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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How to Box a Bicycle
It’s great to see more people travelling with their bikes around Thailand and Thai airlines are becoming bike friendly. What’s not great is the way people are packing their bikes and the experiences people have had with the … [Read More...] about How to Box a Bicycle
How to Prep Your Bike for Spring
Spring has arrived, and for many riders living in cold climates the season marks the beginning of daily biking opportunities; a perfect time to get the bike and yourself back into shape. Here in Thailand, the arrival of Spring … [Read More...] about How to Prep Your Bike for Spring
Installing and Removing Pedals
This article will discuss the proper procedure for installing and removing pedals. This procedure is useful for those interested in replacing an old set of pedals or removing a set of pedals to facilitate easier … [Read More...] about Installing and Removing Pedals
5 Ways to Keep Your Bicycle Chain Happy
Your chain might be one of the most important parts on your bicycle (with the exception of bearings), and without its chain your bicycle quickly becomes nothing more than an expensive paperweight, capable only of gravity-aided … [Read More...] about 5 Ways to Keep Your Bicycle Chain Happy
Rentals
Bicycle Rentals in Chonburi (Pattaya / Jomtien) 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 Chonburi (Pattaya / Jomtien) 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
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 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
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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