The Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand Stage 1 - Suphan Buri to Uthai Thani 194 kms April 1, 2014 - Eric Sheppard and Goh Choon Huat propelled the OCBC Singapore Pro Cycling Team to a magnificent start at The Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand, as Sheppard captured fourth place in Tuesday's Stage 1, narrowly missing out on a podium finish, while Choon Huat … [Read more...] about Following the Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand 2014 with the OCBC Singapore Pro Cycling Team – Stage 1
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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
Team Dai Challenge 2014
Team Dai Challenge 2014 Thailand and Laos share many similarities. From culture to language and even culinary delights, the two countries, which are predominantly separated by the Mekong River, hold an equal allure to cycling tourists the world over. So, when I was invited to participate in this year's Team Dai Challenge, in support of Lao Disabled Women, I jumped at the opportunity to sink my … [Read more...] about Team Dai Challenge 2014
Mountainbiking Trails in Saraburi province Thailand
Sam Lan National Park, Saraburi province - The off-road track which starts from behind the park's office goes up one side of the hill and down the other side to Nam Tok Sam Lan, the park's namesake waterfall. From the fall, there is a path to the office, creating a loop which although just a couple of kilometers long is a lot of fun to ride. GPS location: Trail condition: fire road and single … [Read more...] about Mountainbiking Trails in Saraburi province Thailand
The Amarin Outdoor Unlimited International Triathlon 2014
"The Amarin Outdoor Unlimited International Triathlon 2014" Date: March 16, 2014 Location: Naresuan Camp, Cha Am-Hua Hin, Thailand This inaugural and exciting new International Triathlon will take place on March 16, 2014 in Cha Am & Hua Hin 160 km from the vibrant city of Bangkok. Eco-friendly and outdoor activities are becoming more and more popular around the world and in Thailand in … [Read more...] about The Amarin Outdoor Unlimited International Triathlon 2014
Top Pick Bicycle Touring Restaurant: Good Mook Cafe in Mukdahan
If you are on a cycle touring trip along the Mekong River then you will inevitably ride through the northeastern Thailand city of Mukdahan. Not only does this city provide you with a few bicycle shop opportunities, but it is also home to a really great travelers' cafe called Good Mook. A nice meal, great coffee, or a cold beer is sure to be had regardless of when you pay this slightly-hidden but … [Read more...] about Top Pick Bicycle Touring Restaurant: Good Mook Cafe in Mukdahan
Nikorn Bike in Mukdahan
I usually have the opportunity to cycle in northeastern Thailand about once every year and I'm always happy to discover new places and people during my trips. After all, aren't new discoveries a big part of why we ride bikes? Sometimes on my travels I'm pleasantly surprised to learn more about, or discover for the first time, a place or a person I've only had chance to cycle by in earlier years. … [Read more...] about Nikorn Bike in Mukdahan
Mountainbiking Trails in Rayong province Thailand
Sandy Forest MTB Trail, Rayong province - Located on a plot of public woodland next to the downtown area of Rayong, near the western end of the entertainment strip on Ratbamrung Road. Sandy Forest Trail is currently the most popular training ground for local Rayong mountain bikers. But that isn't only because of its convenient location and the fact that it can be ridden any time of day, thanks to … [Read more...] about Mountainbiking Trails in Rayong 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
Mountainbiking Trails in Prachuap Khiri Khan province Thailand
ICU Downhill Trail in Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan province - Hua Hin is known for an awesome DownHill trail on a hill called Khao Hin Lek Fai, which is better known to locals as Khao Radar (Mount Radar) because of the telecom towers on its peak. GPS location: Trail condition: Rocky DownHill Trail Distance: Less than a kilometer in length How to get there: From Hua Hin town, ask the locals the … [Read more...] about Mountainbiking Trails in Prachuap Khiri Khan province Thailand
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
AYUTTHAYA POLICE BIKE PATROL
Originally published in Volume 1 No.5 Bicycles United magazine Photos: Mook Ayutthaya อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า AYUTTHAYA POLICE BIKE For those cyclists who express their cycling fascination by posting photos on social network and keeping up with cycling trips from Facebook, should already have come across several photos of “police on bicycles”. Whilst this may be surprising, as … [Read more...] about AYUTTHAYA POLICE BIKE PATROL
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
Mountain Biking Chiang Mai Downhill Trip 4 Review
Last month I made it up to Chiang Mai and did a bike tour with Mountain Biking Chiang Mai during my stay. It was fantastic to get amongst the mountain scenery and quality trails that this special South East Asian region has to offer. Mountain Biking Chiang Mai offers a range of different bike tour options from nature rides to cross-country and downhill, for any levels of rider. While my girl … [Read more...] about Mountain Biking Chiang Mai Downhill Trip 4 Review
Top Pick Event: 7th Annual Conquer Doi Inthanon Ride
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the 7th 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 16 – Sunday : Chiang Mai Province 7th Annual Conquer Doi Inthanon Ride. This ride/race, which ascends Thailand’s highest peak (2,565m), has 2 … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: 7th Annual Conquer Doi Inthanon Ride
How to Conquer Doi Inthanon
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
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
Mojo Bikes in Chiang Mai [CLOSED]
[CLOSED] 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 … [Read more...] about Mojo Bikes in Chiang Mai [CLOSED]
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
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
Hua Hin Cycling Classic 2013
On December 7th and 8th, Thailand's royal coast city of Hua Hin again played host to the King's Cup MTB race and Queen's Cup road tour race. The two-day event, named Hua Hin Cycling Classic 2013 for the first time this year, proved to be just as well organized and attended as in previous years. The annual event, which is now in its 7th year, has always included a road cycling race on Saturday … [Read more...] about Hua Hin Cycling Classic 2013
Top Pick Event: Hua Hin Cycling Classic 2013
Our latest Top Pick Event in Thailand is the Hua Hin Cycling Classic 2013. This 2-day event includes a Road Bike race on Saturday (Dec 7) and a Mountain Bike race on Sunday (Dec 8). The Hua Hin city venue is a popular coastal getaway for Bangkok residents as well as many international tourists and visitors. The Road Bike race will have riders starting at the city's clock tower and racing West out … [Read more...] about Top Pick Event: Hua Hin Cycling Classic 2013
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