Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park and Botanical Garden สวนสาธารณะและสวนพฤกษชาติ ศรีนครเขื่อนขันธ์ Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park and Botanical Garden in Bang Kachao (บางกะเจ้า) sub-district, Phra Pradaeng (พระประแดง) district, Samut Prakan (สมุทรปราการ) province. There is a new bicycle lane which circumnavigates the beautiful lake area within the Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park. This park includes a … [Read more...] about Bicycle Lane at Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park and Botanical Garden
Bicycle Path at Lam Phra Phloeng Reservoir in Nakhon Ratchasima
There is a new bike path along the Lam Phra Phloeng Reservoir on road #3052 (see map image and GPS coordinates) in the Wang Nam Khieow district of Nakhon Ratchasima province. The length of the bike path is approximately 2 kilometers and the route is divided into 2 lanes, one for running or walking, and one for cycling. The path is quite narrow if it becomes crowded with non-cyclists, but … [Read more...] about Bicycle Path at Lam Phra Phloeng Reservoir in Nakhon Ratchasima
Interesting New Bicycle Path Along the Mekong River in Nakhon Phanom
There is an interesting new bicycle path section which runs alongside the Mekong River in Nakhon Phanom province. This newest section is just one part of the ongoing bicycle lane project launched in Nakhon Phanom in 2016. The provincial capital of Nakhon Phanom now boasts several kilometers of cycle path running along the edge of the Mekong River in Thailand's northeastern … [Read more...] about Interesting New Bicycle Path Along the Mekong River in Nakhon Phanom
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. ThaiMTB.com is arguably the largest, and longest running, cycling website in Thailand. In addition to a massive sales forum and listings for cycling clubs and races in … [Read more...] about How to Register for Cycling Events on Thai MTB Website
Bicycle Path at Bangkok Airport Rail Link Makkasan Station
If you have ever traveled on Bangkok's Airport Rail Link, which connects (at Phaya Thai station) the city's elevated train system (BTS) with Suvarnabhumi International Airport, then you may have wondered what cycling opportunities lay beneath the train's elevated tracks and station platforms. Likewise, if you attended any of the A DAY Bike Fest events held at the Airport Rail Link's … [Read more...] about Bicycle Path at Bangkok Airport Rail Link Makkasan Station
Bicycle Parking at Siam Discovery in Bangkok
It has been great to see the concerted response by Bangkok shopping centers to the addition of bicycle parking areas at Seacon Bangkae and Central World shopping malls in Bangkok. The most recent response has been from the Siam Discovery shopping mall in Bangkok's Pathum Wan district. Siam Discovery is just one of Bangkok's many shopping malls, but its central location in the city and its … [Read more...] about Bicycle Parking at Siam Discovery in Bangkok
4 Kilometer Cycle Path in Central Sisaket
Check out this beautiful cycling and running path around the Chaloem Phrakiat Park in Sisaket. The path is 4 kilometers long and is quite popular with cyclists, runners, and walkers during early morning and evening hours. Several provincial capitals in Thailand have parks that could easily incorporate a path like this, effectively encouraging cycling in the inner city where automobile traffic and … [Read more...] about 4 Kilometer Cycle Path in Central Sisaket
Bicycle Parking at Seacon Bangkae in Bangkok
There seems to be a trend in Bangkok that has malls playing host to 'bicycle markets' where bike shops, brand distributors, and even individuals rent a booth or floorspace and hawk their cycling-related wares to the city's seemingly endless drove of shoppers. One of the nice side effects of these markets is the noticeable increase in designated bicycle parking areas that are popping up at some of … [Read more...] about Bicycle Parking at Seacon Bangkae in Bangkok
Bicycle Parking at Central World in Bangkok
There has been quite a bit of buzz on social media about the newly finished bicycle parking area at Central World shopping mall in Bangkok. A similar project was launched at Fortune Town shopping mall some time ago and was almost immediatley plagued by complaints from users when a parking fee was introduced and motorbikes began to encroach on the 'bicycle only' spaces. We truly hope that Central … [Read more...] about Bicycle Parking at Central World in Bangkok
Test Ride on Suvarnabhumi Airport’s ‘Sky Lane’ Cycling Path
On December 22, the SCB and the Airport Authority (AOT) invited media personnel and VIP individuals to test ride the new 'Sky Lane' cycling path at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Sky Lane cycling path officially opens to the public on December 26, 2015 I enjoyed the test ride and wanted to share what I found, and what is planned for the future, at Sky Lane. What I found before I entered … [Read more...] about Test Ride on Suvarnabhumi Airport’s ‘Sky Lane’ Cycling Path
Airport cycling “Sky Lane” to open before end of 2015
NOTE: Official Name is Happy & Healthy Bike Lane Latest report about the opening date for Suvarnabhumi Airport's cycling "Sky Lane" is that it should be open in 3 weeks. So, perhaps we'll be riding on the new 23.5km "Sky Lane" or the separate Training Track by mid November. We said farewell to the old green cycling path around Bangkok's airport back at the beginning of June this year. At … [Read more...] about Airport cycling “Sky Lane” to open before end of 2015
Beat the Thailand Heat – 5 Tips to help you commit to an early morning ride
Thailand is hot. And, one of the ways locals get their cycling in is by doing it in the wee hours of the morning and also in the evening, before the Sun has come up and after it has gone down. Of course in the morning you'll experience sunrise while you are out on your ride, but it's best to time it so that sunrise is in the latter part of your ride. It is far easier to make time in the morning … [Read more...] about Beat the Thailand Heat – 5 Tips to help you commit to an early morning ride
Peppermint Bike Park
Peppermint Bike Park will officially open 1 May 2015. (April 30th update: Opening rescheduled to May 9, 2015). The opening has been long anticipated since the construction announcement nearly two years ago by Khun Suwanna Eiampikul, who is the Sales & Marketing Director of Bertram Chemical (makers of Peppermint Field gels and balms) and a cycling advocate. Early In 2013, Khun Suwanna spoke … [Read more...] about Peppermint Bike Park
Bangkok Airways Launches Bike On Board Campaign
Bangkok Airways Launches “Bike On Board” Campaign Bangkok Airways now offers Free Bike Loading on All Routes to Promote Ecotourism. Yesterday, Bangkok Airways kicked off its “Bike On Board” campaign to offer free bicycle loading apart from personal baggage. The 1st phase of the airline’s new service commenced on 15 October 2014 and will end on 29 March 2015 on its entire network except sectors … [Read more...] about Bangkok Airways Launches Bike On Board Campaign
How to Ride Your Bike to Work
I love riding my bicycle to work. In the past, I have actually chosen where to live based on the distance and time that it would take me to ride my bike to work. I find that riding my bike to and from work gives me the perfect combination of physical exercise and mental relaxation (some call it mental disconnect) between my work life and my home life. Beyond that, I can really see the benefits of … [Read more...] about How to Ride Your Bike to Work
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 will be eclipsed by the 2014 Tour de France? I dare. The entire 2014 race covers approximately 3,664 kilometers A worldwide television audience of 3.5 billion … [Read more...] about How to Watch Tour de France in Thailand
7 Step Bicycle Pre-Ride Checklist
1.) Saddle/Seatpost height - Ensure that the bicycle seat is set at the proper height for rider, allowing nearly full extension of the leg (knee is slightly bent) when the crankarm is at the bottom of the pedal stroke. The saddle should be level, padded, and be of a sufficient size (in width) for the intended rider. Learn how to select the perfect bicycle saddle for yourself. Check all connecting … [Read more...] about 7 Step Bicycle Pre-Ride Checklist
Bicycle Parks in Bangkok City
Benjakiti Park is open for cycling from 6 to 9 am, and 4 to 7 pm. The bike track loop is about 2 kilometers, clockwise riding only, but is not very wide, so one has to keep a watch for slower riders, especially novices who tend to panic and wobble dangerously when they become aware of another rider coming up behind them. Benjakiti the only park in the city that has a dedicated path for cyclists, … [Read more...] about Bicycle Parks in Bangkok City
Bicycle Magazines in Thailand
BicycleThailand.com has produced this article in an effort to highlight the increase in printed media detailing the many aspects of cycling in Thailand, and also to inform its English language audience of the sources of cycling information which are currently available in the country. We applaud any and all efforts that report and strengthen the cycling community in Thailand and highly encourage … [Read more...] about Bicycle Magazines in Thailand
Adventure Race? Yes YOU can
Adventure Race? Yes YOU can! Modern adventure racing is an increasingly popular sport, having grown to become an international sport from its small and much disputed origin with the first running of the two-day Karrimor International Mountain Marathon in 1968. Adventure racing is a team sport that typically combines three disciplines: trail running, mountain biking and some type of paddling … [Read more...] about Adventure Race? Yes YOU can
Ayutthaya Police Bicycle Units
In recognition of the benefits of bicycle police units used worldwide Thailand's historic city of Ayutthaya is now employing patrols of paired officers atop mountain bikes. Citing the ability of bicycles to noiselessly patrol small sois and off-road locations that are inaccessible to motorcycles, the Ayutthaya police are already looking to increase the number of these types of patrol … [Read more...] about Ayutthaya Police Bicycle Units
How to Eliminate Cycling Discomfort Caused by Chafing
อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า Have you experienced riding discomfort due to soreness caused by chafing on your thighs, butt, crotch, and perineum? Have you noticed that areas of your skin are irritated and red after a day's ride? Have you tried off-the-shelf beauty products, such as hand and face lotions, or even petroleum based ointments, to try and remedy the problem without success? If … [Read more...] about How to Eliminate Cycling Discomfort Caused by Chafing
5 Bicycle Touring Myths Debunked
How many times have you heard someone say, “I would love to go on a bicycle tour, but it’s just not possible because of my _____ (age, level of fitness, money, schedule, etc.,).” Now, how many times have YOU said something like that yourself? People often say they would like to set off on a bicycle tour but just can’t seem to ever put wheels to pavement for any number of reasons. Luckily, these … [Read more...] about 5 Bicycle Touring Myths Debunked
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 rates to daily users in an effort to encourage the use of bicycles, rather than cars, for short distance and quick errand trips in popular yet congested city areas. The … [Read more...] about Pun Pun Bicycle Share Program in Bangkok Thailand