November 1st. Friday night. One night after All Hallows' Eve. Trickers, mashers, road freaks, and dirty MTBers donned their biking costumes for one last chance to trick-or-treat on the blackened backroads, small sois, and city streets of Hua Hin. Rather than repeating the date of last year's event, the organizer's of the 2013 Hua Hin Alleycat decided to pay homage to alleycat tradition by choosing … [Read more...] about Halloween 2013 Edition of Hua Hin Alleycat Race
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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: 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
Siam Bike Tours Bangkok to Phuket Review
Earlier this month, I joined Siam Bike Tour’s Bangkok to Phuket bike tour, a ride that follows the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea on its 800 km coastal route (view route map image). This tour was a great way to take in some of the diverse scenery Thailand has to offer, while keeping the legs spinning in the company of like-minded people. The night before the first stage of the tour (there … [Read more...] about Siam Bike Tours Bangkok to Phuket Review
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
2013 Krabi Adventure Race press release
108 teams started the second edition of the ever popular Sheraton Krabi Trophy Adventure race on September 21st. According to many, this event has become one of the most exciting Adventure Race in Asia offering the most stunning scenery. Held in beautiful Sheraton Krabi Resort and Spa, this race has all the ingredients for top class adventure racing. After a 16km muddy and technical Mountain Bike … [Read more...] about 2013 Krabi Adventure Race press release
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
Top Pick Event: Sheraton Krabi Trophy 2013 & Car Free Day
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is a weekend double-header: the Sheraton Krabi Trophy 2013 and World Car Free Day. Both of theses events are happening this upcoming weekend of September 21 & 22, and there is plenty for cycling fans to like about each. First off, on September 21st is the 2nd running of the annual Sheraton Krabi Trophy Adventure Race. Off-road riding and adventure sports … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Sheraton Krabi Trophy 2013 & Car Free Day
Top Pick Bicycle Touring Accommodation: Phuket Bike Resort
Last month I stayed at the Phuket Bike resort. The resort was a quiet, comfortable and modern base for me during my time exploring around Phuket. Location: The Phuket Bike Resort is located on the west coast of Phuket, near Layan Beach and the luxury Laguna precinct. It’s worth mentioning here that Laguna is home to the annual Laguna Phuket Triathalon, so the Phuket Bike Resort is worth … [Read more...] about Top Pick Bicycle Touring Accommodation: Phuket Bike Resort
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
Top Pick Event: Samui MTB XC Race 2013
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Samui MTB XC Race 2013. This annual MTB race on the resort island of Samui has grown in popularity over the years, drawing not only the island's local MTB crowd but plenty of knobby tire crews from all over Thailand. The course is usually well planned in order to get the maximum ups and downs on offer from the island's terrain. Local riders tend to … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Samui MTB XC Race 2013
Amazing Bike Tours Koh Yao Noi Review
Earlier this month I went cycling in the Phuket area with Amazing Bike Tours. The ride I went on was the company’s one-day tour on Koh Yao Noi; it was a great island escape from the crowds of Phuket town. On the morning of the ride I was picked up from my hotel at around 8 am in the tour van. We then drove to the pier and boarded a long-tail boat to Koh Yao Noi. Once we were on board the … [Read more...] about Amazing Bike Tours Koh Yao Noi Review
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
Bangkok Car Free Day 2013
The next “Bangkok Car Free Day” will take place on Sunday 22nd September 2013. On this day, the BMA has organized art exhibitions, car free activities and a bicycle parade. The aim of the car free day is to encourage people to use public transport or bicycles instead of driving. On Sunday there will be a bicycle parade from Sanam Luang to CentralWorld to convince people that pedal power is better … [Read more...] about Bangkok Car Free Day 2013
Top Pick Event: Bhumibol Dam International Mountain Bike Championship 2013
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Bhumidol Dam International MTB Championship 2013. This annual MTB race is now in its eighth year and draws an enthusiastic crowd of MTBers from all over Thailand and Malaysia. This popular race in Tak province is organized by the Electric Generating Authority of Thailand, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, and the Sport Authority of Thailand. View this … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Bhumibol Dam International Mountain Bike Championship 2013
79km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Road Ride
79km Pakkred - Nonthaburi Road Ride Route: 79km Pakkred - Nonthanburi Road Ride Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 79km Configuration: Loop Pakkred is a great area of Bangkok for riding, both road bike and mountain bike. It's worth stopping at the riverside restaurant at Wat Toey for lunch after the ride, the food there is excellent and reasonably … [Read more...] about 79km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Road Ride
Bicycle Parks in Bangkok City
Benjakiti Park is open for cycling from 6 to 9 am, and 4 to 7 pm. The bike track loop is about 2 kilometers, clockwise riding only, but is not very wide, so one has to keep a watch for slower riders, especially novices who tend to panic and wobble dangerously when they become aware of another rider coming up behind them. Benjakiti the only park in the city that has a dedicated path for cyclists, … [Read more...] about Bicycle Parks in Bangkok City
52km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail
52km Pakkred - Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail Trail: Mountain Bike Trail Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 52km Configuration: Loop Pakkred is a great area of Bangkok for riding, both road bike and mountain bike. Most Pakkred riding is a mix of road riding on quiet country roads, and a small amount of dirt track through some fields (ie, mud track … [Read more...] about 52km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail
100km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail
Trail: Mountain Bike Trail Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 100km Configuration: Loop Pakkred is a great area of Bangkok for riding, both road bike and mountain bike. Most Pakkred riding is a mix of road riding on quiet country roads, and a small amount of dirt track through some fields (ie, mud track when it's been raining). So if you want to do the … [Read more...] about 100km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail
Birthday Party Thanks and Winning Lucky Numbers
BicycleThailand.com would like to send its most sincere thanks to all those who attended our 3rd Birthday Party last Friday night, July 5th, at Café Bicycle in Bangkok. The Birthday Party, which marked our 3rd year as a Thailand cycling information portal, was our way of saying thanks to our readers, contributors, sponsors, advertisers, and cycling friends. It was really great to meet some … [Read more...] about Birthday Party Thanks and Winning Lucky Numbers
90km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Road Ride
90km Pakkred - Nonthaburi Road Ride Route: 90km Pakkred - Nonthanburi Road Ride Download and view the route by clicking here (.kml format) Length: 90km Configuration: Loop Pakkred is a great area of Bangkok for riding, both road bike and mountain bike. It's worth stopping at the riverside restaurant at Wat Toey (the starting point) for lunch after the ride, the food there is … [Read more...] about 90km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Road Ride
Top Pick Event: BicycleThailand.com 3rd Birthday Party at Cafe Bicycle
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is our own BicycleThailand.com 3rd Birthday Party at Cafe Bicycle. This inaugural event is being presented by none other than BicycleThailand.com and hosted by our good friends at Cafe Bicycle. View this and other great cycling events in Thailand on our EVENTS calendar page. 5 - Friday : Bangkok BicycleThailand.com 3rd Birthday. Location: Cafe Bicycle at … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: BicycleThailand.com 3rd Birthday Party at Cafe Bicycle