The city of Hat Yai is a short distance ride to or from the border crossing between Thailand and Malaysia. The city on the Thailand side of the border crossing is Sadao, while the city on the Malaysian side is Bukit Kayu … [Read More...] about Bicycle Touring: Crossing the Thailand/Malaysia border near Hat Yai
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Bicycle Touring
Urban Bamboo – Bicycle friendly hotel in Nakhon Ratchasima
Urban Bamboo, a bicycle friendly hotel in Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat)Sometimes when I travel by bicycle in some unknown cities, I like to check in advance where I could sleep. After a long day, I do not want to spend so much … [Read More...] about Urban Bamboo – Bicycle friendly hotel in Nakhon Ratchasima
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
How to Transport Your Bicycle on Thailand Trains
Thailand has a wonderful and inexpensive railway system that operates everyday of the year. Trains are a convenient way to travel great distances in relative comfort for many Thais, whether they're going home to visit family and … [Read More...] about How to Transport Your Bicycle on Thailand Trains
How to
How to Register for Cycling Events on Thai MTB Website
There are many great cycling events happening throughout Thailand. Many of them are organized by individuals and groups who have only recently turned to the new online registration service offered on a website known as Thai MTB. … [Read More...] about How to Register for Cycling Events on Thai MTB Website
How to Watch Tour de France in Thailand
Next month is July and that means the biggest bike race in professional road racing, the Tour de France, is going to be captivating the world's largest group of spectators for a full three weeks. Dare I say that World Cup fever … [Read More...] about How to Watch Tour de France in Thailand
The Language of Bicycling
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
Prevalent Payang: Fixing Flat Tires in Thailand
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
Tour Reviews
X-Biking Chiang Mai
The mountains around Chiang Mai form an increasingly popular playground for free-riders and downhillers. The myriad of single-track trails that take you from the summit of Doi Pui back down to city level can be ridden all year … [Read More...] about X-Biking Chiang Mai
Amazing Bike Tours Koh Yao Noi Review
Earlier this month I went cycling in the Phuket area with Amazing Bike Tours. The ride I went on was the company’s one-day tour on Koh Yao Noi; it was a great island escape from the crowds of Phuket town.On the morning of the … [Read More...] about Amazing Bike Tours Koh Yao Noi Review
SELF-GUIDED BICYCLE ADVENTURES IN THAILAND AND BEYOND
Love the freedom of an independent bike touring adventure but without the hassles? Grasshopper’s Self-guided bike tours in Thailand (and other destinations in Asia) could be the perfect fit.Self-guided bike tours have been … [Read More...] about SELF-GUIDED BICYCLE ADVENTURES IN THAILAND AND BEYOND
New Annual Corporate Bike Tour Challenge Announced in Asia
New Annual Corporate Bike Tour Challenge Announced in Asia Inaugural three-day ride will champion sustainability, encourage progressive companies to do more in the region, and raise funds for Operation SmileThe … [Read More...] about New Annual Corporate Bike Tour Challenge Announced in Asia
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Shop Reviews
Seng Guan Hong Bicycle Shop
Looking for something different? ... Then look no further than Seng Guan Hong Co., bicycle shop, China Town, Bangkok.On arrival to the shop your bike buds are tingled by the tandem that sits proudly in the window. Enter … [Read More...] about Seng Guan Hong Bicycle Shop
My favorite bicycle shop in Thailand: Pro Bike
My favorite bicycle shop is and has always been the Pro Bike shop on Sarasin road opposite Lumpini park in downtown Bangkok. Several years ago I ventured around Bangkok and the outer city limits from shop to shop looking at bikes … [Read More...] about My favorite bicycle shop in Thailand: Pro Bike
Ek Phong 2 in Chumphon
This month’s featured bike shop, Ek Phong 2, is located in the Southern Thailand city of Chumphon, in the province of Chumphon. If you’re a touring cyclist heading south towards the many beach and island destinations of Thailand, … [Read More...] about Ek Phong 2 in Chumphon
My favorite bicycle shop in Thailand: Sixty Fixy Bike Shop
My favourite bike shop is Sixty Fixy Bike Shop, which is located in Sukhumvit Soi 31. It is actually easily accessible via BTS and continues with 2 miles of walking. The nearest station to Soi 31 is the Phrom Pong BTS station. One … [Read More...] about My favorite bicycle shop in Thailand: Sixty Fixy Bike Shop
Maintenance
Emergency Bicycle Repairs Miles from Civilization
I must be the unluckiest rider when it comes to punctures and repairs while on a trail. I’ve been stuck in the middle of nowhere with no tubes or spare wheels, but I always ride home. Trained as a ‘Cytech Bicycle Mechanic’, I’ve … [Read More...] about Emergency Bicycle Repairs Miles from Civilization
Road Bike Tire Pressure
Having written about mountain bike tires last month I thought it only fitting to add my chart of road bicycle tire pressure settings here as well. Proper tire air pressure will increase the performance of any road bike. It's the … [Read More...] about Road Bike Tire Pressure
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
For God’s Sake Replace Your Cables!
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!
New bicycle tools can make your day – Shipped Anywhere in Thailand
Rentals
Bicycle Rentals in Songkhla (Hat Yai) 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 Songkhla (Hat Yai) Thailand
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
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 Udon Thani 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 Udon Thani Thailand
News
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
Thailand’s ‘No One Left Behind’ Team: Volunteer cyclists and disabled people riding bicycles together
“No one left behind” Team made plans to complete the hill climb route in Phrae province“No one left behind” cycling project was a long distance cycling project created by a group of volunteer cyclists and disabled people … [Read More...] about Thailand’s ‘No One Left Behind’ Team: Volunteer cyclists and disabled people riding bicycles together
11th International Bangkok Bike Expo (May 2018)
You'd be forgiven if you assumed that this year's Bangkok Bike Expo marked the 11th year that this expo had been held in Thailand. After all, it is being marketed as the 11th International Bangkok Bike Expo. Furthermore, you'd … [Read More...] about 11th International Bangkok Bike Expo (May 2018)