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
Bangkok
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 also be forgiven if you assumed the Bangkok Bike Expo was held in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. On both assumptions you'd be wrong, but quickly forgiven, as I was myself … [Read more...] about 11th International Bangkok Bike Expo (May 2018)
Bangkok Get Fit – Professional Triathlon Training Sessions by Bike Zone
While it is becoming easier to find qualified cycling coaches in Thailand these days, the rise in popularity of Triathlon as a sport for men and women of all ages has led many Thais to seek out training wisdom from some of the country's leading competitors. Recognizing the need to consolidate the years of experience from winning Thai triathletes with the necessary facilities and equipment training … [Read more...] about Bangkok Get Fit – Professional Triathlon Training Sessions by Bike Zone
Bicycle Rentals in Bangkok 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 bicycle tour company operators closest to the area you intend to visit. Some bicycle tour companies offer maps, pannier bags & racks, and GPS devices to make planning … [Read more...] about Bicycle Rentals in Bangkok 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
12 Bicycle Routes to Use While Bangkok’s SKYLANE Closed for Renovations
ไปไหนดี! 12 Routeปั่นชิลๆ ระหว่างสกายเลนปิดปรับปรุง “Skylane” is closed for construction on the 11th April until the middle of November 2017. There are 12 bike routes recommended by the sport.trueid.net team for cyclists to use until the skylane is opened again in November (2017). Phutthamonthon Park Distance: about 7.6 km / lap Safety and security: 8/10 Open-close hours: 05:00 am … [Read more...] about 12 Bicycle Routes to Use While Bangkok’s SKYLANE Closed for Renovations
January/February 2017 Reader Mail: TriDash road bike rentals, MTB rentals on Koh Lanta, and Bangkok’s newest cycling park
BicycleThailand.com is committed to providing useful Thailand-specific cycling information to its Thai and international web audience. Here at BicycleThailand.com we are always receiving emails from our valued readers. Some of those emails contain helpful suggestions about how to improve the website itself while most are cycling-related questions with a wide range of topics. Understanding that … [Read more...] about January/February 2017 Reader Mail: TriDash road bike rentals, MTB rentals on Koh Lanta, and Bangkok’s newest cycling park
Improvements for Bicycle Lanes in Thailand
Cycling does not only benefit your health but it also helps you to save on travel expenses and it reduces air pollution. Mr. Jamroon Tangpaisankij, director of Thailand walking and cycling institute foundation gave information to the public regarding walking and cycling being the most convenient and cheapest ways to travel to most areas in our daily lives. The research ministry of … [Read more...] about Improvements for Bicycle Lanes in Thailand
BikeInnBox Bicycle Hotel in Bangkok Thailand
The first full-service 'hotel' for your bicycle in Bangkok Thailand - BikeInnBox is the first bicycle hotel in Bangkok Thailand which provides services for bicycles only. BikeInnBox is located on the Bang Khun Thian-Chaitalay Road in Bangkok's Bang Khun Thian district. BikeInnBox opened for business on the 19th of December 2016. There are 3 floors at BikeInnBox that provide the following … [Read more...] about BikeInnBox Bicycle Hotel in Bangkok Thailand
Investigations into Bangkok bike lanes that cause traffic jams
Investigations into bike lanes that cause traffic jams Mr.Suton Anakun, Vice-president of Bangkok’s traffic policy and transportation office said, bike lanes are very useful for cyclists. It’s a project that they have tried to operate in different areas of Bangkok for the safety of the riders. In the past, they tried to build bicycle lanes to cover all areas, for both exclusive bike lanes (no … [Read more...] about Investigations into Bangkok bike lanes that cause traffic jams
December 2016 Reader Mail: Buy and Sell a Touring Bicycle in Thailand, Posting a Cycling Blog, and Cycling to Bangkok Train Station from Airport
BicycleThailand.com is committed to providing useful Thailand-specific cycling information to its Thai and international web audience. Here at BicycleThailand.com we are always receiving emails from our valued readers. Some of those emails contain helpful suggestions about how to improve the website itself while most are cycling-related questions with a wide range of topics. Understanding that … [Read more...] about December 2016 Reader Mail: Buy and Sell a Touring Bicycle in Thailand, Posting a Cycling Blog, and Cycling to Bangkok Train Station from Airport
Bangkok Pumptrack by 893distro team
Back in February 2015 we reported on the growing trend of Pump Tracks in Thailand. Well, here we are in December 2016 and the trend continues, with the latest creation being built by the folks over at 893distro in Bangkok. If you're into mountain bikes that are built to huck, jump, bomb, flip, and shred then you should certainly acquaint yourself with the sleds offered by 893distro. In … [Read more...] about Bangkok Pumptrack by 893distro team
September 2016 Reader Mail: SCOTT Bicycles in Bangkok, Bike Co-op in Bangkok, and Bilingual Articles from Cycling Doctor
BicycleThailand.com is committed to providing useful Thailand-specific cycling information to its Thai and international web audience. Here at BicycleThailand.com we are always receiving emails from our valued readers. Some of those emails contain helpful suggestions about how to improve the website itself while most are cycling-related questions with a wide range of topics. Understanding that … [Read more...] about September 2016 Reader Mail: SCOTT Bicycles in Bangkok, Bike Co-op in Bangkok, and Bilingual Articles from Cycling Doctor
August 2016 Reader Mail: E-bike in Pattaya and Northern Thailand, Ladies ride group in Bangkok, and Lithium Ion Battery needed in Cambodia
BicycleThailand.com is committed to providing useful Thailand-specific cycling information to its Thai and international web audience. Here at BicycleThailand.com we are always receiving emails from our valued readers. Some of those emails contain helpful suggestions about how to improve the website itself while most are cycling-related questions with a wide range of topics. Understanding that … [Read more...] about August 2016 Reader Mail: E-bike in Pattaya and Northern Thailand, Ladies ride group in Bangkok, and Lithium Ion Battery needed in Cambodia
[CLOSED] Spinning Bear Hostel in Bangkok
Spinning Bear Bike Shop - ร้านจักรยานหมีปั่น still exists but the Hostel is gone. Many touring cyclists traveling to Thailand start their epic journey by arriving in the country's capital city, Bangkok. The BIG MANGO (as Bangkok is commonly referred to by travelers) is world-renowned for its ability to immediately overload the senses of newcomers upon first arrival. Touring cyclists are … [Read more...] about [CLOSED] Spinning Bear Hostel in Bangkok
Bangkok’s BTS stations will allow bicycles on the trains which are not folding bicycles
On the 1st of August, 2016, Bangkok’s BTS stations will allow bicycles on the trains which are not folding bicycles, during the times listed below: Monday-Friday Morning time from 06:00-06:30 am and evening time from 10:00 pm - close hours Saturday-Sunday and public holidays Morning time from 06:00-09:00 am and evening time from 10:00 pm - close hours **Folding bicycles are allowed on BTS … [Read more...] about Bangkok’s BTS stations will allow bicycles on the trains which are not folding bicycles
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
Bangkok’s BTS elevated train plan to allow only folding bikes
On the 1st of October, 2015, Bangkok's BTS stations planed to start allowing only folding bicycles, which must be stored neatly, onto its trains. The reason for this was to give more room to passengers because normal bicycles were deemed to be taking up too much passenger space on the trains. This planned rule would mirror the same rule enforced on Bangkok's underground train system (MRT) as well … [Read more...] about Bangkok’s BTS elevated train plan to allow only folding bikes
Plans to cancel bike lanes in Bangkok and enforce laws
The Bangkok executive office has had a meeting with regards to solving bike lane problems in Bangkok and has discussed removing some bike lanes in areas which are not being used. Police Major General Panurat Meepearn, Bangkok governor’s consultant disclosed that he has suggested the Bangkok executive office to consider the cancellation of bike lanes in some area’s which have not been used after … [Read more...] about Plans to cancel bike lanes in Bangkok and enforce laws
Top Pick Event: Fixed Show #5
Our Top Pick Event for the month of June is the fifth installment of the Fixed Show in Bangkok. Just a cool event where you can view some pretty trick rides, some classic cycle conversions alongside modern mash machines. The show kicks off at noon and runs until 10:00pm. JUNE 25 - Saturday: Bangkok Fixed Show #5. Event type: Fixed bicycle and antique bike show. Time: 12:00pm until 10:00pm … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Fixed Show #5
Bicycle Park near Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok
If you live in a northern district of Bangkok (Don Mueang, Lak Si, Sai Mai, and Bang Khen) and are looking for a park that allows you to get in a few kilometers of cycling on any day of the week than you are in luck. The Royal Thai Air Force Health Park is open to the public and is enjoyed by many area residents during early morning and evening hours. Features of the park can be viewed on the … [Read more...] about Bicycle Park near Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok
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
To Build or Not to Build: Bicycle Lanes Should Solve a Problem
At the beginning of the month several posts on social media sites brought attention to the fact that the newly finished bicycle lane (completed in April of 2016) in the Chatuchak area of Bangkok had been taken over by food vendor carts, tuk-tuks and vehicles. Photos of parked cars, tuk-tuk taxis and food stalls occupying the bicycle lane went viral and drew responses from several commenters who … [Read more...] about To Build or Not to Build: Bicycle Lanes Should Solve a Problem
Top Pick Event: Phuket Interbike Hash
http://www.phuketinterbikehash.com Our Top Pick Event for the month of April is for all of you dirt-loving mountain bikers out there. APRIL 29 - MAY 1 Thursday thru Sunday: Phuket Phuket Interbike Hash. Type of event: International MTB Hash Meet. Location: Arinara Bangtao Beach Resort, Thalang district, Phuket Province. Fee: Early Bird Fee: 2,000 THB before 31st Dec 2015. 3,000 THB after … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Phuket Interbike Hash