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 Chiang Rai Thailand
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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
Top Pick Event: Chiang Rai Criterium and TOT Bicycle Market
Our Top Pick Event for February 2016 is a close tie between the Chiang Rai Criterium and the TOT Bicycle Market. We obviously like both of these events for very different reasons and found it hard to choose one over the other. What we like about the Chiang Rai Criterium is the consistency of the event and the recognition by the organizers that an informative website, early announcement of venue … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Chiang Rai Criterium and TOT Bicycle Market
Singha Park: Great Location for Cycling in Chiang Rai
Having read the recent articles about the 20 million Baht bicycle route project in Chiang Mai and the Pump Tracks that are popping up all around Thailand, I thought I'd share what is going on at the Singha Park up here in Chiang Rai. The Singha Park, sometimes referred to as Boon Rawd Farm, is a large and very beautiful area nestled in the foothills that border the southwest corner of Chiang Rai … [Read more...] about Singha Park: Great Location for Cycling in Chiang Rai
Top Pick Event: Singha MTB 12 Hours Endurance Race 2015
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Singha MTB 12 Hours Endurance Race 2015. Being held at the scenic Singha Park (also known as Boon Rawd Farm) in Chiang Rai province, this 12 hour endurance race will attract many individuals and teams from around the country. Competitors will ride the race course for a continuous 12 hour period, from 7am until 7pm, attempting to complete the most … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Singha MTB 12 Hours Endurance Race 2015
Thailand Getting Pumped about Pump Tracks
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
Top Pick Event: The Northern Criterium 2015
Our Top Pick Event for February is The Northern Criterium 2015. This night criterium, being hosted at the beautiful Singha Park in Chiang Rai province, promises to be an outddor party, bike market, food, and music festival all rolled into one great bicycle event. So you're sure to have something to entertain you or family members who may not be interested to join the race. Festivities kick off at … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: The Northern Criterium 2015
Bicycle Clubs in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai Thailand
Want to see more bicycle clubs in other areas of Thailand? Visit our comprehensive list of Bicycle Clubs on the main CLUBS & LINKS page. Bianchi Cycling Club [Bangkok & Chiang Mai]. This club is associated with TCA and requires members to own a Bianchi brand bicycle to participate in club trips. Make all trip inquiries to TCA Bangkok or TCA Chiang Mai. Or visit their website. … [Read more...] about Bicycle Clubs in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai Thailand
Training camp in Chiang Rai by Peter Pouly
Training camp in Chiang Rai by Peter Pouly October 28-November 1 Racing at the Masters Tour of Chiang Mai? Why not stay a bit longer and enjoy a memorable training camp with TCP for a few days? Training is the greatest alternative way of cyclists to improve, develop their riding and riding mentality whilst riding along the stunning, authentic hilly Thai countryside. The training is based … [Read more...] about Training camp in Chiang Rai by Peter Pouly
The Singha Tour of Chiang Rai 2014
The Singha Tour of Chiang Rai 2014 October 28 - November 2 6 days, 7 stages Postponement notice, The organizing committee of "The Singha Tour of Chiang Rai 2014" has sadly decided to postpone the event to a more suitable date next year. This has been a difficult decision but it has been done for various good reasons and in order to provide an even better quality event in the near future. The … [Read more...] about The Singha Tour of Chiang Rai 2014
Following the Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand 2014 with the OCBC Singapore Pro Cycling Team – Stage 6
The Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand Stage 6 - Phayao to Chiang Rai 140 kms April 6, 2014 - Eric Sheppard and Goh Choon Huat helped the OCBC Singapore Pro Cycling Team cap off a successful campaign at The Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand, each sealing a career-best General Classification finish after Sunday’s Stage 6 in Chiang Rai. Sheppard, a … [Read more...] about Following the Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand 2014 with the OCBC Singapore Pro Cycling Team – Stage 6
Cyclist Point in Chiang Rai
Last month, I wrote an article after interviewing former French National Mountain Bike Champion Peter Pouly. The article focused on Peter's professional cycling career, 2005 retirement, and his subsequent move to Thailand where he recently opened a training camp in the north of the country. During that interview I learned that Peter had also taken the initiative to open a shop in Chiang Rai, his … [Read more...] about Cyclist Point in Chiang Rai
Former French National Mountain Bike Champion Opens Training Camp in Thailand
The excellent training grounds, for both mountain biking and road cycling, in Northern Thailand are becoming increasingly well known to holidaymaking cyclists. Much of the praise that the area receives is focused on the quality of roads, great climbing opportunities, and the agreeable wintertime weather conditions. Is it any wonder that Northern Thailand has attracted accomplished riders, both … [Read more...] about Former French National Mountain Bike Champion Opens Training Camp in Thailand
370km Chiang Rai – Wiang Law – Phu Lungkha – Phu Chi Fa – Chiang Rai Bicycle Thailand Touring Route
370km Chiang Rai - Wiang Law - Phu Lungkha - Phu Chi Fa - Chiang Rai Thailand Bicycle Touring Route Route: 370km Chiang Rai - Wiang Law - Phu Lungkha - Phu Chi Fa - Chiang Rai Thailand 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 … [Read more...] about 370km Chiang Rai – Wiang Law – Phu Lungkha – Phu Chi Fa – Chiang Rai Bicycle Thailand Touring Route
Bicycle Shops in Chiang Rai Province Thailand
Chiang Rai / เชียงราย ADD Bike *featured 151/4 Thanalai Road T. Wiang A. Mueang Chiang Rai Chiang Rai 57000 Tel. 053-744-317, 081-724-3035 Center Bike Chiang Rai 585/6 Phaholyothin Road T. Wiang A. Mueang Chiang Rai Chiang Rai 57000 Tel. 081-671-1641, 090-464-4456, 052-021-411 Cyclist Point (Cafe and Community Club for Bike Lovers) Sanambin Road (Map) T. Wiang A. Mueang Chiang Rai Chiang Rai … [Read more...] about Bicycle Shops in Chiang Rai Province Thailand
Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Women’s Tour of Thailand 2012
Stage 1 (Chiang Rai-Chiang Saen) Translated and edited from original source - http://www.thaicycling.or.th “Beach” Juthatip Maneephan, the star rider of Thailand's national team A, has grabbed five of the seven awards given on the first stage of this year's Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Women's Tour of Thailand. The first stage of the women's race was held Sunday April 8th in Chiang Rai … [Read more...] about Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Women’s Tour of Thailand 2012
Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand 2012
Prologue (Chiang Rai) Translated and edited from original source - http://www.thaicycling.or.th Thais took best place amongst ASEAN riders while Australian is in yellow. Chiang Rai (1 April 2012), The Thailand national team led by Phuchong Sai-Udomsin, the number one Thai rider, began the Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand 2012 with a tremendous task Sunday by capturing the … [Read more...] about Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand 2012
Pedal power to open up the Mekong
Originally posted as ‘Pedal power to open up the Mekong’ in News section of TTR Weekly February 27, 2012. Article by Wanwisa Ngamsangchaikit CHIANG RAI, 27 February 2012: Tourism Authority of Thailand partnered with the Chiang Rai Bike Association to embark on an eco-bike tour experiment, 25 February, that will explore roads and tourist facilities in neighbouring Laos and China over the coming … [Read more...] about Pedal power to open up the Mekong
Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company Review
Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company "Half-day ride to the White Temple" Tour Review “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” – Confucius Bee and his family have certainly taken the sage at his word – Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company, started in the fall of 2008; is an exceptionally smooth operation and from the first minute you meet them, you know they love what … [Read more...] about Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company Review
ADD Bike in Chiang Rai
ADD Bike is this month’s featured bike shop in Thailand. We have been featuring quite a few bicycle shops in Chiang Rai because we're really enthused about the great riding opportunities in the area. Whatever your preference, whether it be road cycling, fast MTB cross-country, or muddy downhilling, it seems that Chiang Rai has it covered. So we figured why not tell everyone about the shops in … [Read more...] about ADD Bike in Chiang Rai
Northern Bike in Chiang Rai
Northern Bike is this month’s featured bike shop in Thailand. Chiang Rai, with its quiet roads, beautiful surrounding scenery, and easy to access mountain climbs is quickly becoming one of the more popular destinations for road cyclists searching for new training opportunities. Northern Bike is located along the main highway running North out of town, if you travel in the direction of the airport … [Read more...] about Northern Bike in Chiang Rai
Fat Free Bike Shop in Chiang Rai
Fat Free Bike Shop in Chiang Rai is this month's featured bicycle shop at BicycleThailand.com. This shop is located on one of the major roads in the rather small and quaint city of Chiang Rai. Even if the surrounding area did not boast such great cycling opportunities I'd still recommend this province to travelers who enjoy the more laid-back style that Northern Thailand is known for. While in … [Read more...] about Fat Free Bike Shop in Chiang Rai
Doi Tung Climb – Chiang Rai Road Ride
Doi Tung Climb - Chiang Rai Road Ride Route: Hills of North Thailand View and download GPS file here Length: 101.04km Elevation gain: 1,303 meters Elevation loss: 1,240 meters Configuration: Out and back. Start/End point: Mae Fah Luang University, Phahon Yothin Road. Notes: Compact gearing is recommended. Nice amount of warm-up kilometers before reaching the main … [Read more...] about Doi Tung Climb – Chiang Rai Road Ride
Doi Mae Salong – Chiang Rai Road Ride
Doi Mae Salong - Chiang Rai Road Ride Route: Hills of North Thailand Length: 107.7km Elevation gain: 1,729 meters Elevation loss: 1,689 meters Configuration: Loop. Riding this loop in the clockwise direction it will have longer but less steep climbs. Riding this loop counterclockwise it will have steeper but shorter climbs. Start/End point: Mae Fah Luang University, Phahon Yothin … [Read more...] about Doi Mae Salong – Chiang Rai Road Ride