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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Prevalent Payang: Fixing Flat Tires in Thailand
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
If you’ve traveled in Thailand then you’ve seen the ever-present signage that heralds a tire repair shop, whether you’re aware of it or not. Regardless of your ability to read Thai script the ubiquitous red and white colored tire … [Read More...] about Prevalent Payang: Fixing Flat Tires in Thailand
Holiday Inn Express – Bicycle friendly hotel in Ao Nang Beach, Krabi
Created on and last updated on by Ulysses N. Owen
Bicycle Friendly Hotel in Thailand by Holiday Inn Express Krabi Ao Nang Beach. To inspire active lifestyle and unique experience while traveling. Set to launch Bike Friendly Hotel from September 2018, Holiday Inn Express Krabi … [Read More...] about Holiday Inn Express – Bicycle friendly hotel in Ao Nang Beach, Krabi
Top 4 Concerns of Touring Cyclists in Thailand
Created on and last updated on by Mike Hammers
Recently, while eating at my favorite restaurant in Ban Krut, I was pleasantly surprised to meet two touring cyclists from London who were a couple of days in to a trip that would eventually deliver them to the popular tourist … [Read More...] about Top 4 Concerns of Touring Cyclists in Thailand
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Travel without moving? Become a host on Warm Showers Thailand
Created on and last updated on by Paul Hamon
In January 2013 we posted an article about how to access and use the Warm Showers Community website because we liked the reciprocal hospitality concept of the website so much - 'The Warm Showers Community is a free worldwide … [Read More...] about Travel without moving? Become a host on Warm Showers Thailand
How to Ride Your Bike In The Rain
Created on and last updated on by T.R. Ingles
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
How To Choose a Bicycle Shop – 7 Tips from BicycleThailand.com
Created on and last updated on by Ed Vato
Looking to buy a new bike? Already know what you want in a bike but not too sure of the shop you want to buy it from? Use your next bicycle shopping experience to help you locate a great bike shop. Here are 7 tips from … [Read More...] about How To Choose a Bicycle Shop – 7 Tips from BicycleThailand.com
Cycling Hydration in Thailand
Created on and last updated on by Laird Allan
Feeling like a Yasotorn paddy field in mid-April? Is cruising khlong roads leaving you with the need to rehydrate a bit, or a lot? It isn’t surprising considering that riders in tropical Thailand have to deal with average … [Read More...] about Cycling Hydration in Thailand
Tour Reviews
Bike Tour Bangkok The Touch of Thai Smile Review
Created on and last updated on by Dylan Shepherdson
Whilst I was a little sceptical due to Bangkok’s heat and traffic, going on a bike tour proved a great way to experience some of the city’s sights, sounds and tourist attractions. In fact, I learnt that these challenges should … [Read More...] about Bike Tour Bangkok The Touch of Thai Smile Review
Siam Bike Tours Company
Created on and last updated on by Mike Hammers
Siam Bike Tours is Thailand’s first tour operator specifically for road bike tours. The company is located on Thailand’s largest island, Phuket. Two former race cyclists, Martin Brot and Kurt Schlaepfer from Switzerland, combined … [Read More...] about Siam Bike Tours Company
X-Biking Chiang Mai Tour Review
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
X-Biking Chiang Mai Downhill MTB Company "Bamboo Trail" Tour Review Mueang Chiang Mai is the capital district (amphoe mueang) of Chiang Mai Province in northern Thailand. This majestic city, with its cooler than average … [Read More...] about X-Biking Chiang Mai Tour Review
Cycling Sukhothai
Created on and last updated on by Mike Hammers
The Sukhothai Kingdom existed from 1238 until 1438. The old capital, now 12 kilometers outside of new Sukhothai in Tambon Mueang Kao, is in ruins and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage historical park. One of the best … [Read More...] about Cycling Sukhothai
Shop Reviews
Culture Cycliste in Bangkok
Created on and last updated on by Ed Vato
This month’s featured Bike Store in Thailand is Culture Cycliste. Culture Cycliste is easy to find since it is located next to a well-known Bangkok landmark, Lumpini Park in Pathum Wan district. The shop occupies the ground floor … [Read More...] about Culture Cycliste in Bangkok
World Bike in Chonburi
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
World Bike in Chonburi is owned and operated by a great pair of cycling friends, Khun Bank and Paul. This energetic duo of bike fanatics run a large, well-presented, professional shop on one of the major thoroughfares in Chonburi … [Read More...] about World Bike in Chonburi
Center Bike in Surat Thani
Created on and last updated on by Ed Vato
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
Outdoor Specialists by K-Trade International in Bangkok
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
K-Trade International Co., Ltd. (Now called Urban Aktive) is a Bangkok based company, importing and distributing premium level trekking and biking equipment, sport and outdoor accessories as well as travel and city bags from … [Read More...] about Outdoor Specialists by K-Trade International in Bangkok
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9 Must Have Tools for the Advanced Bicycle Mechanic
Created on and last updated on by The Wrench
In Thailand the number 9 is very auspicious for the reason that the pronunciation of the word is nearly identical to another word with connotations of 'progress' and 'stepping forward.' Is it any wonder that a bicycle mechanic … [Read More...] about 9 Must Have Tools for the Advanced Bicycle Mechanic
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
How to Box a Bicycle
Created on and last updated on by Steven Wainwright
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
Clean and Lube Your Bicycle with these Suitable Substitutes
Created on and last updated on by The Wrench
This article will address the need for cyclists to substitute bike shop brand name care products with basic products that are more readily available at small market stores and roadside shops in Thailand. It has been my experience … [Read More...] about Clean and Lube Your Bicycle with these Suitable Substitutes
Rentals
Bicycle Rentals in Nakhon Pathom 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 Nakhon Pathom Thailand
Bicycle Rentals in Phuket 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 Phuket Thailand
Renting a Bicycle in Chiang Mai Thailand
Created on and last updated on by John Graham
Every time I go on a holiday trip, the biggest decision I must make is whether to bring along my own bicycle or rent one at my destination. Of course riding a bicycle to any destination is THE best way to travel, but for some … [Read More...] about Renting a Bicycle in Chiang Mai Thailand
Pun Pun Bicycle Share Program in Bangkok Thailand
Created on and last updated on by Tim Shady
Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, has begun a new bicycle share program which loosely mirrors similar programs featured in prominent cities throughout the world. These type of programs provide rental bicycles at reasonable … [Read More...] about Pun Pun Bicycle Share Program in Bangkok 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 2.1The 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
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