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 … [Read More...] about THANIN RITTAVIRUN Beyond Touring and Bicycles
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Bicycle Touring
Decathlon Thailand – Camping, Clothing, and Cycling all under one roof
Bicycle tourists traveling in Thailand often find themselves in need of quick-dry sport clothing and camping equipment. One of the biggest tasks when preparing for a bicycle tour is determining what to pack, knowing what to bring … [Read More...] about Decathlon Thailand – Camping, Clothing, and Cycling all under one roof
Top Pick Bicycle Touring Restaurant: Good Mook Cafe in Mukdahan
If you are on a cycle touring trip along the Mekong River then you will inevitably ride through the northeastern Thailand city of Mukdahan. Not only does this city provide you with a few bicycle shop opportunities, but it is also … [Read More...] about Top Pick Bicycle Touring Restaurant: Good Mook Cafe in Mukdahan
Top 4 Concerns of Touring Cyclists in Thailand
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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How to Choose the Appropriate Mountain Bike Accessories
Article by Greg Hall So you went out and picked up a new mountain bike. It was probably pretty overwhelming at first. There were so many designs to choose from, different stores to shop at, and different manufacturers to … [Read More...] about How to Choose the Appropriate Mountain Bike Accessories
Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Times, Roads, Hazards, and Safety
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TAKE A BICYCLE TOUR IN THAILAND?The best time to take a bicycle tour in Thailand is during the months between October and April. Thailand's rainy season ends towards the end of October and "cooler … [Read More...] about Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Times, Roads, Hazards, and Safety
Using Hand Signals and Calls in Cycling Groups
Whether you are churning out some high-speed miles with your local road cycling group, or you are taking a scenic tour with a few friends, the ability to quickly and efficiently communicate road hazards to other riders is a … [Read More...] about Using Hand Signals and Calls in Cycling Groups
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
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.” – ConfuciusBee and his family have certainly taken the sage at his … [Read More...] about Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company Review
Grasshopper Adventures’ ‘Bridge Over the River Kwai’ cycling tour
Grasshopper Adventures have scheduled a special departure of their 3 day ‘Bridge Over the River Kwai’ cycling tour to coincide with WWII Remembrance Day 2015.This year marks the 70th anniversary of the end of WWII and … [Read More...] about Grasshopper Adventures’ ‘Bridge Over the River Kwai’ cycling tour
Grasshopper Adventures Bangkok Night Bike Tour Review
Grasshopper Adventures Bicycle Touring Company "Bangkok Night Bike" Review Located close to Bangkok's infamous koa 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
Join the Bicycle Ride to Commemorate ANZAC Day at the River Kwai, Thailand
Four-day tour to the River Kwai in Kanchanaburi, Thailand includes the special dawn service to honour the ANZAC fallenGrasshopper Adventures has announced a four-day bicycle trip April 23-26 to the River Kwai in … [Read More...] about Join the Bicycle Ride to Commemorate ANZAC Day at the River Kwai, Thailand
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Shop Reviews
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
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
Get ‘Fixed’ in Bangkok
Article and Photos by Andrew Bhasavanich Most will be unfamiliar with the term ‘fixed-gear’ and may unknowingly confuse it with the ‘single-speed’ bicycle. The fixed-gear bicycle is a testament to simplicity: nothing more than a … [Read More...] about Get ‘Fixed’ in Bangkok
Hua Hin Bike in Prachuap Khiri Khan
This month’s featured bike store in Thailand is Hua Hin Bike. Hua Hin Bike is located in the city of Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan province. You can find Hua Hin Bike on Phetkasem Road (Hwy 4) between Soi 45 and Soi 45/1, just … [Read More...] about Hua Hin Bike in Prachuap Khiri Khan
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
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
Bicycle Chain Cleaning
This article will discuss the proper procedure for cleaning a chain without having to remove it from the bicycle. This procedure is especially useful for those bicycles equipped with SHIMANO type chains, which require a special … [Read More...] about Bicycle Chain Cleaning
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
New bicycle tools can make your day – Shipped Anywhere in Thailand
Rentals
Pun Pun Bicycle Share Program in Bangkok Thailand
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
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 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 Rental Service to Launch in Bangkok on 1 May 2013
It has been a long time coming but the BMA have finally announced that the “Pun Pun” Bike Rental scheme will launch on 1st May at 12 stations around Central Bangkok. This is a far cry from their original promise of 50 stations and … [Read More...] about Bicycle Rental Service to Launch in Bangkok on 1 May 2013
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)