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 than any of the other countries we've visited. Over 3 months we've cycled from Bangkok north to Chiang Mai and Pai, east to Nong Khai, and all the way down south to … [Read more...] about Thailand Cycling Trips by We Ride Bikes Places
International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) in 2019
We are excited to be once again hosting the International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) in 2019, and especially proud and honored to be chosen as a stage for the Asia-Pacific Continental Series of the Enduro World Series – the first an event of this magnitude has been held in Thailand. The event is set to be bigger and better than ever before with racers from all over the world descending to the … [Read more...] about International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) in 2019
3 Best Routes from my 1000 km cycle tour in Thailand
Earlier this year I went on my third solo, self planned cycle tour. This time in Thailand. It was a hot (literally and figuratively) 1000 kms of cycling in 2 months with long stays in Chiang Mai and Bangkok. I was very clear about the kind of routes I wanted to cycle - they had to be back roads, scenic and good quality as possible. I mainly used maps.me and as a second option komoot to find … [Read more...] about 3 Best Routes from my 1000 km cycle tour in Thailand
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 was involved in bike co-op organizations for years until he moved to Bangkok and saw that there wasn’t anything similar. Located deep in Charoen Krung Soi 57, Don … [Read more...] about Don Kuson Community Bike Shop in Bangkok
Utility Transport Lifestyle Bicycle with Kustom Double Rear Baskets
Utility Transport Lifestyle Bicycle with Kustom Double Rear Baskets 1 year in the making... Kustom Special Deluxe no. 1: Darth Cruiser On its own, the bicycle did not fulfill the utilitarian need to be able to cruise over to the noodle shop and bring some home or transport 3-4 bags of groceries back from the supermarket. I totally admire the ingenuity of many local bikers who bungee strap a … [Read more...] about Utility Transport Lifestyle Bicycle with Kustom Double Rear Baskets
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 that were within the needs I requested. Only one of the shops actually consulted with me for what I desired and assisted me in how best to spend my money, Pro Bike. Most … [Read more...] about My favorite bicycle shop in Thailand: Pro Bike
Tour de Farm
Originally published in Volume 1 No.6 Bicycles United magazine อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า Farm Chokchai & Chokchai Steakburger "TOUR de FARM" The Tour de Farm has been organized twice since 2011 and it turned out to be the race that every many cyclists want to conquer and take the challenge to prove their endurance. It takes place in Khao Yai, the distance is over 100 kilometers … [Read more...] about Tour de Farm
CHAI BULAKUL creator of the Tour de Farm
Originally published in Volume 1 No.6 Bicycles United magazine อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า CHAI BULAKUL Challenging One’s Self Having had the opportunity to talk to the many race cyclists who rides for the prize there are many races for them to join but definitely there is one race not to be missed. This is the “Tour de Farm” the race created by Chai Bulakul, C.O.O. of Chokchai … [Read more...] about CHAI BULAKUL creator of the Tour de Farm
PREEDA CHULLAMONDHOL Thailand’s Legendary Rider
Originally published in Volume 1 No.6 Bicycles United magazine อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า PREEDA CHULLAMONDHOL Thailand’s Legendary Rider Since our feature is on Men of the Bikes, we cannot omit one of Thai’s legendary cyclists who a “hero” was highly praised by the all at that period of time. Who has made the record that no one has yet come close to. Former Thailand National Team … [Read more...] about PREEDA CHULLAMONDHOL Thailand’s Legendary Rider
AYUTTHAYA POLICE BIKE PATROL
Originally published in Volume 1 No.5 Bicycles United magazine Photos: Mook Ayutthaya อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า AYUTTHAYA POLICE BIKE For those cyclists who express their cycling fascination by posting photos on social network and keeping up with cycling trips from Facebook, should already have come across several photos of “police on bicycles”. Whilst this may be surprising, as … [Read more...] about AYUTTHAYA POLICE BIKE PATROL
MAHIDOL SALAYA Pilot Bicycle University
Originally published in Volume 1 No.5 Bicycles United magazine อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า MAHIDOL SALAYA Pilot Bicycle University Apart from cycling city, let’s look now at this on a smaller scale. Then university is one of the places where many people gather and spend their lives together. It is like a city where a certain lifestyle can be created. Building a cycling city in the … [Read more...] about MAHIDOL SALAYA Pilot Bicycle University
บ้านเสือหมอบ – THE BICYCLE SCHOOL FOR CUSTOM MADE FRAMES
Originally published in Volume 1 No.4 Bicycles United magazine Story: Thanasak Vijitrattana | Photos: S o m k i s S อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า BICYCLE HOUSE (บ้านเสือหมอบ) THE BICYCLE SCHOOL FOR CUSTOM MADE FRAMES When we think about handmade frames or custom made in vintage style by Thai craftsmen, the first name that comes to mind is of course…Ban Sue Morb (Bicycle House - … [Read more...] about บ้านเสือหมอบ – THE BICYCLE SCHOOL FOR CUSTOM MADE FRAMES
The Last Thailand Custom Made Vintage Frame Master
Originally published in Volume 1 No.4 Bicycles United magazine Story: Thanasak Vijitrattana | Photos: S o m k i s S อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า 1 & ONLY Surachai Sasibutra The Last Thailand Custom Made Vintage Frame Master Uncle Surachai Sasibutra from Bicycle House was formerly on the National Cycling Team of Thailand and is also the owner of Thai handmade frames called BOSS … [Read more...] about The Last Thailand Custom Made Vintage Frame Master
450km Huayxai – Luang Prabang – Udomchai – Luang Namtha – Huayxai Laos Bicycle Touring Route
450km Huayxai - Luang Prabang - Udomchai - Luang Namtha - Huayxai Laos Bicycle Touring Route Route: 450km Huayxai - Luang Prabang - Udomchai - Luang Namtha - Huayxai Laos Bicycle Touring Route Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Download the route by clicking here (.gpx 500 track points-for older low capacity GPS units) Download the route by clicking here … [Read more...] about 450km Huayxai – Luang Prabang – Udomchai – Luang Namtha – Huayxai Laos Bicycle Touring Route
Retired Bikers Ride or in Thai “Kasian Chuan Pan Bikers”
Originally published in Volume 1 No.4 Bicycles United magazine Story: Thanasak Vijitrattana | Photos: S o m k i s S & ThaiMTB.com อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า KASIAN CHUAN PAN “Retired Bikers Ride” or in Thai “Kasian Chuan Pan Bikers” has become an annual challenging trip for retirees who love to ride bicycles. So far three trips have been organized with the most recent trip that … [Read more...] about Retired Bikers Ride or in Thai “Kasian Chuan Pan Bikers”
79km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Road Ride
79km Pakkred - Nonthaburi Road Ride Route: 79km Pakkred - Nonthanburi Road Ride Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 79km Configuration: Loop Pakkred is a great area of Bangkok for riding, both road bike and mountain bike. It's worth stopping at the riverside restaurant at Wat Toey for lunch after the ride, the food there is excellent and reasonably … [Read more...] about 79km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Road Ride
52km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail
52km Pakkred - Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail Trail: Mountain Bike Trail Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 52km Configuration: Loop Pakkred is a great area of Bangkok for riding, both road bike and mountain bike. Most Pakkred riding is a mix of road riding on quiet country roads, and a small amount of dirt track through some fields (ie, mud track … [Read more...] about 52km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail
100km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail
Trail: Mountain Bike Trail Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 100km Configuration: Loop Pakkred is a great area of Bangkok for riding, both road bike and mountain bike. Most Pakkred riding is a mix of road riding on quiet country roads, and a small amount of dirt track through some fields (ie, mud track when it's been raining). So if you want to do the … [Read more...] about 100km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail
90km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Road Ride
90km Pakkred - Nonthaburi Road Ride Route: 90km Pakkred - Nonthanburi Road Ride Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 90km Configuration: Loop Pakkred is a great area of Bangkok for riding, both road bike and mountain bike. It's worth stopping at the riverside restaurant at Wat Toey (the starting point) for lunch after the ride, the food there is … [Read more...] about 90km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Road Ride
85km Khao Yai – Saraburi Road Ride
85km Khao Yai - Saraburi Road Ride Route: 85km Khao Yai - Saraburi Road Ride Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 85km Configuration: Loop This is a fabulous ride through rolling hills with great scenery. I did this on a road bike at an event organized by Specialized, although there were plenty of mountain bikes too. If you're using a mountain bike, … [Read more...] about 85km Khao Yai – Saraburi Road Ride
117km Pak Chong – Nakhon Ratchasima Road Ride
117km Pak Chong - Nakhon Ratchasima Road Ride Route: 117km Pak Chong - Nakhon Ratchasima Road Ride Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 117km Configuration: Loop This is a fabulous ride through rolling hills with great scenery. I did this on a road bike with my good friend Denis. Lots to see, dairy farms, and a downhill where you can crack 70km/h if … [Read more...] about 117km Pak Chong – Nakhon Ratchasima Road Ride
80km Kanchanaburi Mountain Bike Trail
80km Kanchanaburi Mountain Bike Trail Trail: Mountain Bike Trail Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 80km Configuration: Loop This is a solid ride that can be done in about five hours including breaks. It's mostly on sealed roads although there is a small amount of dirt road (the best part of the ride). Another highlight is the straight downhill … [Read more...] about 80km Kanchanaburi Mountain Bike Trail
Pedalling Around Peninsular Malaysia
Originally published in Volume 1 No.3 Bicycles United magazine Story: H.M. Gomeze | Photos: Sandra Loh อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า PEDALLING AROUND PENINSULAR MALAYSIA 4 CORNERS. 2 BICYCLES. 2664 KM. 37 DAYS Whilst on a one day trip to Singapore and waiting for my return flight at Changi International Airport, this one book caught my eye. A book on cycling around Malaysia and written … [Read more...] about Pedalling Around Peninsular Malaysia
BIKE FINDER A cycling group for a better society
Originally published in Volume 1 No.3 Bicycles United magazine Story: Thanasak Vijitrattana | Photos: Bike Finder อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า BIKE FINDER started from a group of five people namely Ai Wiranukun, Mike Thinthanat Welsh, Phanarat Phutthawichian, Suthawi Kanchanaphakkhaphong, and Yata Kanchanaphakkhaphong, who go on creative cycling tours together. In the show, they focus … [Read more...] about BIKE FINDER A cycling group for a better society