Earlier this year I went on my third solo, self planned cycle tour. This time in Thailand. It was a hot (literally and figuratively) 1000 kms of cycling in 2 months with long stays in Chiang Mai and Bangkok. I was very clear about the kind of routes I wanted to cycle - they had to be back roads, scenic and good quality as possible. I mainly used maps.me and as a second option komoot to find … [Read more...] about 3 Best Routes from my 1000 km cycle tour in Thailand
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Bicycle Rentals in Chonburi (Pattaya / Jomtien) 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 Chonburi (Pattaya / Jomtien) Thailand
Tour of Thailand Competition Scheduled for April 2018
Tour of Thailand Competition in April Next Year Thai cycling association is getting ready for “Tour of Thailand 2018”, a long distance bicycle competition. There are male and female categories for this competition. Male category will take place on the 1st to 6th April 2018. Female category will take place on the 8th to 10th April 2018. “Seh Meuk”, Genaral Decha Hemkrasi, president of Thai … [Read more...] about Tour of Thailand Competition Scheduled for April 2018
Siri Charoenwat Forest Bicycle Path in Chonburi Province
Siri Charoenwat Forest. The forest of life, the forest of love. The Royally-initiated Siri Charoenwat forest plantation project, Chonburi province. 26 years ago, Chonburi province had a wide bald mountain area which had few wild animals and plants. His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej saw that it is important to protect the forest and natural resources in this area. His Majesty King Bhumibol … [Read more...] about Siri Charoenwat Forest Bicycle Path in Chonburi Province
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
May 2016 Reader Mail: Bike transport boxes and riding clubs in Pattaya and Bangkok (Bangna)
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 May 2016 Reader Mail: Bike transport boxes and riding clubs in Pattaya and Bangkok (Bangna)
Bicycle theft warning in Chonburi
Bicycle theft on the rise in Chonburi. General warning to bike owners, organized gang targets high-dollar bicycle owners in Chonburi area. BicycleThailand.com reader gives general warning to bicycle owners living in Chonburi area and offers reward for help in recovering two mountain bikes. Chonburi area has experienced a spike in bicycle thefts recently. The thieves are specifically … [Read more...] about Bicycle theft warning in Chonburi
Downhill Trail on Khao Chalak in Chonburi province
The trails at Khao Chalak started out as a couple of dusty singletrack runs leading up and down the mountain but have now developed into one main Downhill (DH) trail that can be accessed from a couple of different trailheads. Some riders describe the trail that starts from the fire watch viewpoint parking area as an All Mountain (AM) trail rather than a dedicated Downhill run. Local riders tackle … [Read more...] about Downhill Trail on Khao Chalak in Chonburi province
New MTB Trail near Pattaya – Map Prachan Reservoir
The Pattaya Bicycle Association, with assistance from Bikeservice Pattaya, have completed work on a new venue for mountain bike riders. The new trail is located at the Map Prachan Reservoir, a short drive east from Pattaya beach. The nearly 10 kilometer trail traverses the western edge of the Map Prachan Reservoir area. The reservoir area is open to the public and future MTB events on … [Read more...] about New MTB Trail near Pattaya – Map Prachan Reservoir
Bicycle Clubs in Chonburi and Pattaya 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. Central Bicycle Pattaya Club [Chonburi] Cuore Masters Team Pattaya [Chonburi] (Telephone: 081-554-6426) (FaceBook: Cuore Masters Team). Group always meets at this Family Mart. Group meets for rides on FRIDAY-8am, SATURDAY-8am, and … [Read more...] about Bicycle Clubs in Chonburi and Pattaya Thailand
Ang Sila to Bang Saen – Chonburi Road Ride
Wide open roads, temples, fresh seafood, mountains, monkeys, beachside resorts and great coffee shops. No wonder I love riding here! Halfway between Bangkok and Pattaya on the eastern seaboard of Thailand is a perfect coastal cycling destination called Ang Sila and Bang Saen. This area is not so well known amongst the expat community or tourists as it is often bypassed along the highway … [Read more...] about Ang Sila to Bang Saen – Chonburi Road Ride
Mountainbiking Trails in Chonburi province Thailand
Khao Din Track Trail, Chonburi province - Located in Sattahip district of Chonburi, this trail has lots of climbing and technical singletrack and is hugely popular with the local MTB riders of Chonburi. GPS location: Trail condition: Shaded, technical 100% singletrack with many steep sections. Trail Distance: 3.8 kilometers. How to get there: Drive south on Highway 3 (Sukhumvit) from Pattaya. … [Read more...] about Mountainbiking Trails in Chonburi province Thailand
Top Pick Event: Pattaya Family Bike Day
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Pattaya Family Bike Day. This Mountainbike event and children’s ride promises to be a fun-filled biking day for the whole family. View this and other great cycling events in Thailand on our EVENTS calendar page. MARCH 9 - Sunday : Chonburi http://pattayafamilybikeday.org/ MTB and children's casual fun ride. Come and join us for a fun filled day at … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Pattaya Family Bike Day
Top Pick Event: Pattaya Mountain Bike Challenge 2013
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Pattaya Mountain Bike Challenge 2013. This annual MTB race is being presented by Pattaya Bikes Club in cooperation with Pattaya municipality. View this and other great cycling events in Thailand on our EVENTS calendar page. 12 - Sunday : Chonburi PATTAYA MOUNTAIN BIKE CHALLENGE 2013. Presented by Pattaya Bikes Club in cooperation with Pattaya … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Pattaya Mountain Bike Challenge 2013
53km Bang Phra – Chonburi Mountain Bike Trail
53km Bang Phra - Chonburi Mountain Bike Trail Trail: Mountain Bike Trail Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 53km Configuration: Loop Start/End point: The start and end point of this ride is a restaurant that has a shower, so you can bring a towel and a change of clothes and get cleaned up before a post ride meal. I was pleased to join this nice Viking … [Read more...] about 53km Bang Phra – Chonburi Mountain Bike Trail
100 Cyclists Pedal for Environment in ‘Midnight Bike’ Event
Originally posted as ‘100 cyclists pedal for environment in ‘Midnight Bike’ event’ in Local News section of Pattaya Mail newspaper 14/12/2012. Article by Vittaya Yoondorn. More than 100 bicyclists hit Pattaya’s roads pedaled to raise environmental awareness for the Green Leaf Foundation’s Midnight Bike event. Although it’s called Pattaya Midnight Bike, the event actually takes place during the … [Read more...] about 100 Cyclists Pedal for Environment in ‘Midnight Bike’ Event
Bicycle Shops in Chonburi Province Thailand
Chonburi / ชลบุรี Band Bike Shop Long Had Bang Saen Road (across from Burapha University Hospital) T. Saen Suk A. Mueang Chonburi Chonburi Bike & Blend Cafe 70/22 Moo 4 T. Pong A. Bang Lamung Chonburi 20150 Tel. 086-146-8855 Bike Reset Bicycle Shop [This shop has been closed] 129/54 Moo 2 T. Surasak A. Si Racha Chonburi 20110 Tel. 089-934-4542 [This shop has been closed] Bikeservice … [Read more...] about Bicycle Shops in Chonburi Province Thailand
130km Loop – Chonburi (Pattaya) Road Ride
130km Loop - Chonburi (Pattaya) Road Ride Route: 130km loop through beautiful back road areas in and near Pattaya. Download Google Earth file here (Zipfile contains .kmz file format) Download GPS file here (Zipfile contains .gpx file format) Length: 130km Configuration: Loop with overlapping sections on return trip. Start point: Woodland Hotel & Resort Pattaya, Bang … [Read more...] about 130km Loop – Chonburi (Pattaya) Road Ride
World Bike in Chonburi
World Bike in Chonburi is owned and operated by a great pair of cycling friends, Khun Bank and Paul. This energetic duo of bike fanatics run a large, well-presented, professional shop on one of the major thoroughfares in Chonburi city, which is located inside Chonburi province. I enjoy visiting this shop when I'm doing any riding on or near the 'east coast' of the Gulf of Thailand because the … [Read more...] about World Bike in Chonburi
Tam Pratoon – Chonburi Mountain Bike Trails
Tam Pratoon - Chonburi Mountain Bike Trails Trail: Singletrack with some doubletrack Download GPS file here - (Zipfile contains .gpx format) Status: OPEN Length: 15.1km Configuration: Two loops (one big and one small). Counter clockwise on the larger loop is recommended. These trails are mostly all prime singletrack with a splash of doubletrack. Look out for the initial … [Read more...] about Tam Pratoon – Chonburi Mountain Bike Trails
Khao Mai Kaeo Mountain Bike Trails
Khao Mai Kaeo Mountain Bike Trails Trail: A (white) Download GPS file here - (Zipfile contains .gpx and .gdb file formats) Status: OPEN Length: 10.8km Configuration: Loop. 100% dirt Start/End point: Main parking lot near snack shack Notes: Trail is slightly better after rain because sandy areas get packed down. Steep climbs, root sections, technical singletrack. Trail has … [Read more...] about Khao Mai Kaeo Mountain Bike Trails
Khao Ito Mountain Bike Trails
Khao Ito Mountain Bike Trails Trail: A (red) Download GPS file here - (Zipfile contains .gpx and .gdb file formats) Status: OPEN Length: 11.3km Configuration: Loop. 5% pavement - 95% dirt Start/End point: Main parking lot near restaurant Notes: Areas of trail with heavy tree canopy can be quite slick after rain. Medium climbs, rock sections, technical singletrack. Trail … [Read more...] about Khao Ito Mountain Bike Trails
S.V. Bike Pattaya
This month’s featured bike store in Thailand is S.V. Bike Shop. S.V. Bike Shop is located in the Bang Lamung area of Chonburi; an easy-to-get-to location for residents of Pattaya City. The shop is situated on the corner of Soi 8 and Thepparasit Road. The shop has been in its current location for many years. Both owners speak Thai while the wife also speaks a good amount of English. Getting to the … [Read more...] about S.V. Bike Pattaya