Doi Inthanon 2014 is fast approaching on February 16th has got to be one of the toughest mountain bike rides in Thailand. The Doi-Inthanon is 46.62 km long, with its highest point at 2562 m and a total of 40.56 km climbing. The average climbing on this Doi-Inthanon is 5.8%, with gradients exceeding 23% in places and more than three times as long as the famous French classic L'Alpe d’Huez, this is … [Read more...] about How to Conquer Doi Inthanon
Chiang Mai
Mojo Bikes in Chiang Mai
Last week I spent some time in Chiang Mai, where I had the opportunity to visit a few bike stores and ride some trails. One place I visited was Mojo Bikes, which recently opened its physical store following the growth of its online business over the past year and a half.Mojo Bikes is a small company owned and run by dedicated and passionate mountain bikers. It distributes and retails mountain … [Read more...] about Mojo Bikes in Chiang Mai
Top Pick Event: Masters Tour of Chiang Mai 2013
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Masters Tour of Chiang Mai 2013. This 4-day road race in Northern Thailand is now in its third year. This year's event is being held November 23rd through the 26th. View this and other great cycling events in Thailand on our EVENTS calendar page.23 - 26 Saturday thru Tuesday : Chiang Mai Masters Tour of Chiang Mai 2013. Four day road race in … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Masters Tour of Chiang Mai 2013
Top Pick Event: Chiang Dao 1st Annual Mountain Bike
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Chiang Dao 1st Annual Mountain Bike. Join in the Singha Mountain Bike Championship points series competition by participating in this race. View this and other great cycling events in Thailand on our EVENTS calendar page.17 – Sunday : Chiang Mai Chiang Dao 1st Annual Mountain Bike. This race is part of the Singha Mountain Bike Championship points … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Chiang Dao 1st Annual Mountain Bike
Top Pick Event: 6th Annual Conquer Doi Inthanon Ride
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the 6th Annual Conquer Doi Inthanon Ride. Take the challenge, and join others in conquering Thailand's tallest peak. View this and other great cycling events in Thailand on our EVENTS calendar page.February 3 – Sunday : Chiang Mai Province 6th Annual Conquer Doi Inthanon Ride. This ride/race, which ascends Thailand’s highest peak (2,565m), has 2 … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: 6th Annual Conquer Doi Inthanon Ride
Road Trip for Peace
Originally posted as 'Road trip for peace' in Life section of The Nation 26/01/2013. Article by Kitchana LersakvanitchakulActors and cyclists remember the late art teacher Juling Pongkunmul and others who have died in the troubled South.The "Ride for Peace", part of the "Ton Kla Udomkarn" ("Young Ideologist") charity project to raise funds to support the families of the teachers … [Read more...] about Road Trip for Peace
Chiang Mai to Chom Thong – Bicycle Touring Route
Chiang Mai to Chom Thong - Bicycle Touring RouteRoute: Northern Thailand route that takes you from the laid back tourist city of Chiang Mai to a small town at the base of Thailand's tallest mountain, Doi Inthanon (2,565m) in Chom Thong province.Download GPS file here (Zipfile contains .gdb and .gpx file formats)Length: 88kmConfiguration: Point to point.Start point: This … [Read more...] about Chiang Mai to Chom Thong – Bicycle Touring Route
Downhill Meeting and Race Clinic with Steve Peat in Chiang Mai Thailand
STEVE PEAT Race Clinic in Chiang Mai Thailand Event: Downhill Meeting (or DH informal race) Practice & Seeding run date: Sat 20th October Practice & Final run date: Sun 21st October Venue: Mae-On, Chiang Mai province, ThailandAccommodation: There are plenty of accommodation options in Chiang Mai city or contact X-Biking to inquire about lodging at the hot springs 5 km distance … [Read more...] about Downhill Meeting and Race Clinic with Steve Peat in Chiang Mai Thailand
Bicycle Shops in Chiang Mai Province Thailand
Chiang Mai / เชียงใหม่ Anek Bike Chiang Mai 135/6 Moo 3 Canal Road (Hwy 121) T. Mae Hia A. Mueang Chiang Mai Chiang Mai 50100Tel. 089-644-5055, 091-029-2863, 085-034-0308Arm Bikes 203/17 Huai Kaeo Road T. Chang Phueak A. Mueang Chiang Mai Chiang Mai 50300Tel. 086-804-8229Best Bicycle Shop 12/2 Soi 13 Nimmnahaemin Road T. Suthep A. Mueang Chiang Mai Chiang Mai … [Read more...] about Bicycle Shops in Chiang Mai Province Thailand
Renting a Bicycle in Chiang Mai Thailand
Every time I go on a holiday trip, the biggest decision I must make is whether to bring along my own bicycle or rent one at my destination. Of course riding a bicycle to any destination is THE best way to travel, but for some travelers with time or logistical constraints this option is just not possible. If your journey to Thailand includes a plane, bus, or boat ride then sometimes the problems … [Read more...] about Renting a Bicycle in Chiang Mai Thailand
Wisut Kasiyaphat Talks About Road Cycling in Thailand
The summer shrill of cicadas subsides just long enough to welcome the tip-tap sound of a beginning rain. It’s rainy season in Thailand, where afternoons are best spent without a schedule. I’ve been ferried up a smooth black serpentine road amid the bursting green jungle of Northern Thailand to a secluded cafe where I will allow the wet afternoon to unfold as it may. The short ride out to this … [Read more...] about Wisut Kasiyaphat Talks About Road Cycling in Thailand
Developing Young Cyclists at Chiang Mai’s Velodrome
During the past few years the Australians and British have led a revolution in world cycling by taking young athletes and training them as track riders before moving them on to become successful road cyclists. Good examples are riders such as Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish in the UK and the Australians Robbie McEwen, Stuart O’Grady and so on.For my part I’ve always loved the track. … [Read more...] about Developing Young Cyclists at Chiang Mai’s Velodrome
Doi Suthep – Chiang Mai Downhill Mountain Bike Singletrack Trail – ‘Bamboo Trail’
Doi Suthep - Chiang Mai Downhill Mountain Bike Singletrack Trail - 'Bamboo Trail'Trail: Downhill Singletrack - 'Bamboo Trail'Download GPS file here - (Zipfile contains .gdb and .gpx formats)Status: OPENLength: 8.4kmConfiguration: Point to point. Top to bottom. Technical downhill singletrack trail. 100% gnarly dirt.Start point: Near top of Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai just … [Read more...] about Doi Suthep – Chiang Mai Downhill Mountain Bike Singletrack Trail – ‘Bamboo Trail’
X-Biking Chiang Mai Tour Review
X-Biking Chiang Mai Downhill MTB Company "Bamboo Trail" Tour Review Mueang Chiang Mai is the capital district (amphoe mueang) of Chiang Mai Province in northern Thailand. This majestic city, with its cooler than average temperatures and relaxed atmosphere, is situated at the base of several mountains, the closest of which is Doi (mountain) Suthep. Doi Suthep is the destination for this morning’s … [Read more...] about X-Biking Chiang Mai Tour Review
Doi Inthanon Climb – Chiang Mai Road Ride
Doi Inthanon Climb - Chiang Mai Road RideRoute: Climbing to the Highest Point in ThailandView and download GPS file hereLength: 47.78kmElevation gain: 2,339 metersElevation loss: 114 metersMinimum elevation: 277 metersMaximum elevation: 2,506 metersConfiguration: Point to Point. Bottom to Top.Start point: Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong (Near intersection of … [Read more...] about Doi Inthanon Climb – Chiang Mai Road Ride
Doi Suthep – Chiang Mai Downhill Mountain Bike Singletrack Trail
Doi Suthep - Chiang Mai Downhill Mountain Bike Singletrack TrailTrail: Downhill SingletrackDownload GPS file here - (Zipfile contains .gpx format)Status: OPENLength: 7.7kmConfiguration: Point to point. Top to bottom. Very technical downhill singletrack trail. Very hard to pick a clean line. 100% gnarly dirt.Start point: Near top of Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai.End … [Read more...] about Doi Suthep – Chiang Mai Downhill Mountain Bike Singletrack Trail
SpiceRoads Mountain Bike Tour Review
SpiceRoads "Tribal Trails of Thailand – Mountain Biking in the North" Tour Review Article and photos by John Knauss With 6 weeks of Christmas vacation this year, I chose to pack up my Giant Anthem X29 and head to North Thailand for a 10-day mountain bike tour with 4 days extra on each end to settle and expand. The experience was great, and it won’t be my last to Thailand with a bike.I … [Read more...] about SpiceRoads Mountain Bike Tour Review
Spin Bike in Chiang Mai
Spin Bike is this month’s featured bike shop in Thailand. Spin Bike is owned and operated by Khun Wisut Kasiyaphat (Toom), a former assistant directeur sportif with top cycling teams in Europe and Asia. Khun Toom brings his extensive knowledge of road cycling and his own passion for riding to his business. The shop is an unofficial headquarters of sorts to Chiang Mai's road cycling community and … [Read more...] about Spin Bike in Chiang Mai
X-Biking Chiang Mai
The mountains around Chiang Mai form an increasingly popular playground for free-riders and downhillers. The myriad of single-track trails that take you from the summit of Doi Pui back down to city level can be ridden all year round, are strewn with roots, rocks & ruts, and will have you grinning ear to ear. X-Biking Chiang Mai has expert knowledge of all the trails, and can provide … [Read more...] about X-Biking Chiang Mai
Chaitawat Bike Shop in Chiang Mai
Chaitawat Bike Shop is this month’s featured bike shop in Thailand. This small but well stocked shop is located inside the old section of Chiang Mai city. Situated on the corner of Ratpakinai Road and soi 6, opposite the Bodhi Serene Hotel, the Chaitawat Bike Shop is a great find for visitors who are staying in the boutique hotels and guesthouses of 'Old Chiang Mai.' Chaitawat Bike Shop has been … [Read more...] about Chaitawat Bike Shop in Chiang Mai
Jacky Bike in Chiang Mai
This month's featured bike shop in Thailand is Jacky Bike. Jacky Bike is located in the city of Chiang Mai, nestled on the west side of the city between the old moat and the base of Suthep mountain. The trendy area of Nimmanhaemin is close by Chiang Mai University. Some maps refer to the area as Nimmanhaemin while others call it Nimman Haeminda. Soi 13 can be reached by going towards Doi Suthep on … [Read more...] about Jacky Bike in Chiang Mai
Bua Tong Forest National Park
For many months I had heard rumors of an awesome-sounding waterfall near Chiang Mai that people described as ‘sticky’: you could actually walk up the waterfall because the rocks had traction! Unfortunately, the spreaders of these rumors couldn’t tell me where it was, and my Thai friends didn’t recognize it from the description. However, one day as I was perusing my friend’s status updates on … [Read more...] about Bua Tong Forest National Park
Velocity in Chiang Mai
This month’s featured bike store in Thailand is Velocity. Velocity is located on the north side of moat in the old city of Chiang Mai. The shop is situated on Manee Noparat Road between the Chang Puak gate and Wat Chiangyeun.In previous issues we’ve told you about the great weather and destinations that the city and province of Chiang Mai has on offer for cyclists. Now we’re filling you in on … [Read more...] about Velocity in Chiang Mai
Huay Tung Thao
If you are looking for a short, relaxing ride near Chiang Mai, Huay Tung Thao Lake is the place for you. The ride from the old city is about 15km and is on well-maintained roads. The traffic getting to the lake is a bit busy near the old city, but as you get out of town the highway calms down and allows for socializing while cycling.When you turn off of the Canal Rd (Hwy 121) there is a temple … [Read more...] about Huay Tung Thao