It seems as if the most recent surge of cycling in Thailand has prompted a number of individuals and cycling groups to construct pump tracks in four separate areas of the country. Pump tracks, to those uninitiated in their purpose, are a type of cycling track which were made popular during the heyday of bicycle motocross (BMX). The tracks, made of tightly packed dirt or paved with asphalt or … [Read more...] about Thailand Getting Pumped about Pump Tracks
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Professional Cyclefit at JJ Cycling Centre in Bangkok
Looking for professional bike fitting services in Bangkok, Thailand? Look no further than JJ Cycling Centre, conveniently located on the 3rd floor of Velo Fabric bicycle shop, on Thetsaban Songkhro Road, in the Talat Pracha Niwet area of Bangkok. JJ Cycling Centre has partnered with Velo Fabric’s owner, Khun Jack, to provide the residents and visitors to Bangkok a comprehensive bike fit and … [Read more...] about Professional Cyclefit at JJ Cycling Centre in Bangkok
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 can actually hire a motorcyclist to go to the shop directly from the main road. I was looking for a foldable helmet called Carrera, which has the shape of an … [Read more...] about My favorite bicycle shop in Thailand: Sixty Fixy Bike 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 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
Top Pick Event: 5th Bangkok Vintage Bicycle Show
Our last Top Pick Event of 2014 is the 5th Bangkok Vintage Bicycle Show. Since its first year the event has been held at Silpakorn University, Bangkok campus, and attracts vintage bike owners and enthusiasts. With all of the bikes on display and visitors dressed in vintage clothing the event always proves to be a great photo opportunity. A great event for the whole family, regardless of the age of … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: 5th Bangkok Vintage Bicycle Show
Top Pick Event: 5th Bangkok Criterium
In all honesty we were going to pick Tour de Farm as our Top Pick Event, but since the road race portion of the event filled up so quickly and you have no chance of participating unless you signed up (seemingly before official registration opened?), we decided to go with our second choice, the 5th Bangkok Criterium. First run in 2011, the Bangkok Criterium has used a couple of different venues. … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: 5th Bangkok Criterium
Electric Bicycle Commute in Bangkok
My name is Stoian Kalniev (Tony). For the past 5 years, I have been traveling only by bike. But four years ago, I made my bikes into electric drive. Basically they are hybrids. I go everywhere with them. From my house on Nakornin road Rama 5, I go to work at my job in Denla kindergarten, I go to sathorn for passport related issues, I travel to Cheang Wattana Immigration bureau for visa related … [Read more...] about Electric Bicycle Commute in Bangkok
Top Pick Event: Bicycle Market at Southern Bus terminal
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Bicycle Market at Southern Bus terminal in Bangkok. This bicycle market is one of the longest running markets in Bangkok where visitors can view and purchase new and used bicycles, parts, and accessories. Not exactly the easiest to find bicycle market in Bangkok, but certainly worth a visit if you are interested to purchase second-hand bicycles and … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Bicycle Market at Southern Bus terminal
Bangkok Bike Park in Khlong Sam Wa District
4km Loop - Bangkok Bike Park Route: 4km loop in designated bike park - Bangkok (Khlong Sam Wa district - คลองสามวา) Length: 4km Configuration: Paved loop The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has built a designated bike path at the Bueng Makham-Bueng Sakae Ngam Sam Duean Public Park, which is located on Pracha Ruam Chai road in Bangkok's Khlong Sam Wa district. The Khlong Sam … [Read more...] about Bangkok Bike Park in Khlong Sam Wa District
Top Pick Event: Fixed Family Underground Alleycat
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Fixed Family Underground Alleycat. This alleycat race is strictly for fixed-gear bikes and is limited to the first 50 riders to register. If you aren't familiar with what alleycat racing is exactly, then this may be the best time to acquaint yourself with this wild and fun type of night time city riding. View this and other great cycling events in … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Fixed Family Underground Alleycat
Cycle Track Around Suvarnabhumi Airport
Some good news for cyclists in Bangkok is that a new cycling track has been opened at Suvarnabhumi Airport. If you are tired with fighting traffic in the city, then head to the airport for a brand new dedicated cycling track that is just over 23 kilometers long. There’s no traffic lights or intersections. No motorcycles or joggers. Just cyclists. The track has only just opened and for the time … [Read more...] about Cycle Track Around Suvarnabhumi Airport
Top Pick Event: Tour of Friendship R1 2014
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Tour of Friendship R1 2014. This multi-day stage road race has quickly become Thailand's preeminent road cycling race, attracting Thai and international amateur and aspiring professional road cycling teams alike. View this and other great cycling events in Thailand on our EVENTS calendar page. April 26 - 30 Saturday thru Wednesday : Bangkok to … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Tour of Friendship R1 2014
Top Pick Event: The Circle Summer Bike Fest
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is The Circle "Summer Bike Fest". This expo-style event promises to be another great opportunity to view and purchase bicycle goodies from distributors and retailers alike. View this and other great cycling events in Thailand on our EVENTS calendar page. MARCH 27 - 30 Thursday thru Sunday : Bangkok The Circle "Summer Bike Fest". Become a part of the … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: The Circle Summer Bike Fest
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
Professional Coaching arrives in Thailand
Welcome to my first article for BicycleThailand.com I’m just back from The Tour De Farm having ridden with the ‘CyclingPlus Thailand Team’ that I coached. I was incredibly impressed by the 1000+ cyclists who turned up and rode who all had huge smiles of satisfaction as they crossed the finish line. It was great to see young children, a 75 year old, ladies, novices, racers and so many Nationalities … [Read more...] about Professional Coaching arrives in Thailand
Top Pick Event: Audax Randonneurs Thailand Bangkok to Ayutthaya Ride
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Audax Randonneurs Bangkok to Ayutthaya Ride. View this and other great cycling events in Thailand on our EVENTS calendar page. 22 - Sunday: Bangkok to Ayutthaya Audax Randonneurs Thailand. Long distance bicycle competition. Competitors who can finish this competition within 13.30 hours will get a certificate from Audax Club Parisien. Location: … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Audax Randonneurs Thailand Bangkok to Ayutthaya Ride
A DAY Bike Fest 2013
From Thursday, November 7th until Sunday the 10th I visited the A DAY Bike Fest at Makkasan Aiport Rail Link station in Bangkok. The 2013 Bike Fest was the second such show put on by the popular lifestyle magazine A DAY. The first Bike Fest hosted by A DAY magazine was last year in the same location, and also in November. Will there be a repeat in November 2014? If the increase in booths and … [Read more...] about A DAY Bike Fest 2013
Top Pick Event: A DAY Bike Fest 2013
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the A DAY Bike Fest 2013. The success and popularity of last year's event gives us great hope for this year's bike fest. We'll see you there! View this and other great cycling events in Thailand on our EVENTS calendar page. 7 – 10 Thursday thru Sunday : Bangkok A DAY Bike Fest 2013. Very popular bicycle expo show presented by A DAY magazine, supporting … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: A DAY Bike Fest 2013
2nd Bangkok Bike Expo 2013
Bangkok Bike Expo 2013 - Second time’s the charm? Cyclists who didn’t make it to the first Bangkok Bike Expo in May of this year were given a second chance when Impact Arena’s Hall #4 became home to the 2nd Bangkok Bike Expo 2013, from October 17th to the 20th. I was pleasantly pleased to see that organizers took note of suggestions made by visitors and exhibitors during the May event in order to … [Read more...] about 2nd Bangkok Bike Expo 2013
Top Pick Event: 2nd Bangkok Bike Expo 2013
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the 2nd Bangkok Bike Expo 2013. The first installment of the Bangkok Bike Expo was during the first week of May 2013, and evidently because of its success and the public's response organizers decided to go ahead and put together a second event in October, just five months after the first. We (BicycleThailand.com) certainly had a great time at the 1st … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: 2nd Bangkok Bike Expo 2013
Bangkok’s TOT Bicycle Market
Those who have been in Thailand, even if only for a short period, become keenly aware that the majority of Thais enjoy 'market style' shopping, regardless of the wares on offer. Market style shopping presents the opportunity to get out of the house for a change of scenery, socialize with family and friends, eat, shop, and leisurely linger while searching for the ever allusive super bargain. … [Read more...] about Bangkok’s TOT Bicycle Market
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
Cyclists can ride the Skytrain for FREE on 21-22 September 2013
Undoubtedly the most bicycle-friendly mass transit option in Bangkok these days is the BTS Skytrain. Combining this electric train and bicycle enables you to get around the city quickly or to get out to the outskirts for a cycling trip. Although it is always crowded during rush hour on normal work days, taking your bicycle on the skytrain at the weekend is more of a breeze. Just be sensible about … [Read more...] about Cyclists can ride the Skytrain for FREE on 21-22 September 2013
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