At the beginning of the month several posts on social media sites brought attention to the fact that the newly finished bicycle lane (completed in April of 2016) in the Chatuchak area of Bangkok had been taken over by food vendor carts, tuk-tuks and vehicles. Photos of parked cars, tuk-tuk taxis and food stalls occupying the bicycle lane went viral and drew responses from several commenters who … [Read more...] about To Build or Not to Build: Bicycle Lanes Should Solve a Problem
Ride Maps, Cycling Routes, and GPS Files
Discover new ride maps of areas and destinations in Thailand that offer great cycling opportunities. Parks, dedicated cycle lanes, off-road routes, and training areas that appeal to every type of cyclist. Some of the rides in this category include downloadable files (in .gdb and .gpx formats) that can be used with various brands of GPS devices. Article list starts below our Premium GPS Touring Routes products.
Some of the most popular touring routes in Thailand are: 1 - The southern coastal route, starting in or around Bangkok and ending in Krabi, Phuket, or Malaysia. 2 - The northern provinces loop including Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Mae Hong Son, Phayao, Lampang, and Lamphun. 3 - The Mekong River route including Loei, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Nakhon Phanom, Mukdahan, and Ubon Ratchatani.
Mountain biking is very popular in the following provinces and areas of Thailand: Rayong, Saraburi, Chonburi, Tak, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat, and Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin).
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- 100km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail
- 117km Pak Chong – Nakhon Ratchasima Road Ride
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- 130km Loop – Chonburi (Pattaya) Road Ride
- 20 Million Baht Bicycle Route Project in Chiang Mai
- 3 Best Routes from my 1000 km cycle tour in Thailand
- 370km Chiang Rai – Wiang Law – Phu Lungkha – Phu Chi Fa – Chiang Rai Bicycle Thailand Touring Route
- 4 Kilometer Cycle Path in Central Sisaket
- 450km Huayxai – Luang Prabang – Udomchai – Luang Namtha – Huayxai Laos Bicycle Touring Route
- 52km Loop – Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) Road Ride
- 52km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Mountain Bike Trail
- 53km Bang Phra – Chonburi Mountain Bike Trail
- 55km Pranburi Dam – Prachuap Khiri Khan Mountain Bike Trail
- 72km Bangkok (Pakkred) to Ayutthaya Road Ride
- 77km Loop – Rayong Road Ride
- 78km Rayong Mountain Bike Trail
- 79km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Road Ride
- 80km Kanchanaburi Mountain Bike Trail
- 85km Khao Yai – Saraburi Road Ride
- 90km Pakkred – Nonthaburi Road Ride
- Airport cycling “Sky Lane” to open before end of 2015
- Ang Sila to Bang Saen – Chonburi Road Ride
- Ban Krut to Chumphon – Bicycle Touring Route
- Bangkok Bike Park in Khlong Sam Wa District
- Bangkok Pumptrack by 893distro team
- Bangkok’s Rama 9 Cycling Scene
- Bicycle Lane at Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park and Botanical Garden
- Bicycle Lane Completed at Ratchaprapa Dam
- Bicycle lane from Ngam Wong Wan road to Samakkhi road under one of Bangkok’s main highways
- Bicycle Lane near Bung Chawak Aquarium in Suphanburi
- Bicycle Park near Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok
- Bicycle Parks in Bangkok City
- Bicycle Path at Bangkok Airport Rail Link Makkasan Station
- Bicycle Path at Lam Phra Phloeng Reservoir in Nakhon Ratchasima
- Bicycle Riding On The Chantaburi Coast
- Bicycle Touring from Seoul to Busan on South Korea’s 4 Rivers Cycle Pathway
- Bicycle Touring on South Korea’s Ocheon, Geumgang, and Buckhangang Cycling Pathways
- Bicycle Touring South Korea’s East Coast, from Busan to Sokcho and the DMZ
- Bua Tong Forest National Park
- Building and design plan of the longest bicycle lane in Asia: Cycling 5 Thailand provinces
- Buriram province invested 70 million baht to build the bicycle lane at Huay Jorake Mak
- Chai Nat is home to Thailand’s most beautiful BMX track
- Chiang Mai to Chom Thong – Bicycle Touring Route
- Chumphon to Lang Suan – Bicycle Touring Route
- Cycle Ride around Suan Rot Fai in Bangkok
- Cycle Ride on Rattanakosin Island
- Cycle Track Around Suvarnabhumi Airport
- Dan Chang to Kanchanaburi – Bicycle Touring Route
- Doi Inthanon Climb – Chiang Mai Road Ride
- Doi Mae Salong – Chiang Rai Road Ride
- Doi Suthep – Chiang Mai Downhill Mountain Bike Singletrack Trail
- Doi Suthep – Chiang Mai Downhill Mountain Bike Singletrack Trail – ‘Bamboo Trail’
- Doi Tung Climb – Chiang Rai Road Ride
- Downhill and Cross-Country Bike Park in Chiang Mai
- Downhill Trail on Khao Chalak in Chonburi province
- Escape Bangkok to Phetchaburi – Bicycle Touring Route
- Farewell Ride for Airport’s Green Cycle Track
- Great Places to Ride a Bicycle in Thailand
- Hillside Country Home Golf & Resort – Prachinburi Mountain Bike Trail
- Hua Hin to Prachuap Khiri Khan – Bicycle Touring Route
- Huay Tung Thao
- Improved Bicycle Paths in Samut Prakan’s Phra Pradaeng District
- Interesting New Bicycle Path Along the Mekong River in Nakhon Phanom
- January/February 2017 Reader Mail: TriDash road bike rentals, MTB rentals on Koh Lanta, and Bangkok’s newest cycling park
- Jet Khot – Pong Kon Sao Mountain Bike Trail
- Kanchanaburi to Amphawa – Bicycle Touring Route
- Khao Bin, Chom Bueng – Ratchaburi Mountain Bike Trail
- Khao Ito Mountain Bike Trails
- Khao Mai Kaeo Mountain Bike Trails
- Khlong Sam Wa District Bike Park Gets a New BMX Track
- Koh Kret – Bicycle Touring Route
- Koh Samui – Surat Thani Mountain Bike Trail
- Lang Suan to Surat Thani – Bicycle Touring Route
- Mountainbiking Trails in Chonburi province Thailand
- Mountainbiking Trails in Nakhon Pathom province Thailand
- Mountainbiking Trails in Nakhon Ratchasima province Thailand
- Mountainbiking Trails in Prachuap Khiri Khan province Thailand
- Mountainbiking Trails in Rayong province Thailand
- Mountainbiking Trails in Saraburi province Thailand
- My Daily Bicycle Commute in Thailand
- Nakhon Phanom to Build 60km Bike Lane along Mae Khong River to Boost Tourism
- New Bicycle Path in Nonthaburi’s Pak Kret District
- New Bicycle Path to Sukhothai Historical Park
- New Bike Trail around Nong Bon Lake in Bangkok
- New MTB Trail near Pattaya – Map Prachan Reservoir
- Opkhan National Park
- Pak Nam Pran Race – Prachuap Khiri Khan Mountain Bike Trail
- Peppermint Bike Park
- Phetchaburi to Hua Hin – Bicycle Touring Route
- Phitsanulok to Lomsak Road: The look of Cycling Switzerland in Thailand
- Phra Pradaeng – Bicycle Touring Route
- Prachuap Khiri Khan to Ban Krut – Bicycle Touring Route
- Ride Review of Club 11: Mountain Biking in Downtown Bangkok
- Riding Across Thailand: Border to Beach Ride
- San Kampaeng Hot Springs
- Singha Park: Great Location for Cycling in Chiang Rai
- Siri Charoenwat Forest Bicycle Path in Chonburi Province
- Surat Thani to Khao Sok National Park – Bicycle Touring Route
- Suvarnabhumi Airport Cycle Track Improvements Project
- Tam Pratoon – Chonburi Mountain Bike Trails
4 Kilometer Cycle Path in Central Sisaket
Check out this beautiful cycling and running path around the Chaloem Phrakiat Park in Sisaket. The path is 4 kilometers long and is quite popular with cyclists, runners, and walkers during early morning and evening hours. Several provincial capitals in Thailand have parks that could easily incorporate a path like this, effectively encouraging cycling in the inner city where automobile traffic and … [Read more...] about 4 Kilometer Cycle Path in Central Sisaket
Khlong Sam Wa District Bike Park Gets a New BMX Track
Back in August of 2014 we reported that a new bike park had been opened by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA). The bike park, which is located in the Khlong Sam Wa district of Bangkok, features a 4-kilometer cycle lane around the beautiful lake setting of Wareepirom Park. This area is often referred to as Bueng Makham-Bueng Sakae Ngam Sam Duean, or just Bueng Sakae Ngam. In that same … [Read more...] about Khlong Sam Wa District Bike Park Gets a New BMX Track
Test Ride on Suvarnabhumi Airport’s ‘Sky Lane’ Cycling Path
On December 22, the SCB and the Airport Authority (AOT) invited media personnel and VIP individuals to test ride the new 'Sky Lane' cycling path at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Sky Lane cycling path officially opens to the public on December 26, 2015 I enjoyed the test ride and wanted to share what I found, and what is planned for the future, at Sky Lane. What I found before I entered … [Read more...] about Test Ride on Suvarnabhumi Airport’s ‘Sky Lane’ Cycling Path
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
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
Bicycle Touring from Seoul to Busan on South Korea’s 4 Rivers Cycle Pathway
South Korea is a magnificent place to go on your next cycle touring trip. In less than a week a moderately fit cyclist with a minimal amount of equipment and planning can complete the route between South Korea’s two largest cities, riding southeast from Seoul to Busan, or northwest from Busan to Seoul. After checking the dominant wind direction I and my friend chose to cycle the Seoul to Busan … [Read more...] about Bicycle Touring from Seoul to Busan on South Korea’s 4 Rivers Cycle Pathway
Airport cycling “Sky Lane” to open before end of 2015
NOTE: Official Name is Happy & Healthy Bike Lane Latest report about the opening date for Suvarnabhumi Airport's cycling "Sky Lane" is that it should be open in 3 weeks. So, perhaps we'll be riding on the new 23.5km "Sky Lane" or the separate Training Track by mid November. We said farewell to the old green cycling path around Bangkok's airport back at the beginning of June this year. At … [Read more...] about Airport cycling “Sky Lane” to open before end of 2015
55km Pranburi Dam – Prachuap Khiri Khan Mountain Bike Trail
55km Pranburi Dam - Prachuap Khiri Khan Mountain Bike Trail Route: Loop route around the Pranburi Dam in Prachuap Khiri Khan province. Pranburi, and Pak Nam Pran, are located just south of Hua Hin and home to beautiful beaches, lush mangrove forests, and river estuaries. The loop route around the Pranburi Dam can be ridden clockwise or counter-clockwise. Download GPS file here (.gdb … [Read more...] about 55km Pranburi Dam – Prachuap Khiri Khan Mountain Bike Trail
Chai Nat is home to Thailand’s most beautiful BMX track
จังหวัดชัยนาทเปิดซิงสนามบีเอ็มเอ็กซ์ สวยที่สุดในประเทศไทย Chai Nat province has officially opened Thailand's most beautiful BMX track. Not only is it beautiful, but the new track is fully certified to UCI standards. The new track will serve as the venue for the upcoming BMX Thailand Cup 2015 and Championship series, beginning this Sunday, September 13th. The BMX track was built through … [Read more...] about Chai Nat is home to Thailand’s most beautiful BMX track
Bicycle lane from Ngam Wong Wan road to Samakkhi road under one of Bangkok’s main highways
This is the first bicycle lane project under a highway in Bangkok, going from Ngam wong Wan road (#302) to Samakkhi road. For this project, the expressway authority of Thailand has divided the implementation plans into 2 stages. Starting from stage 1 Ngam Wong Wan road to Samakkhi road 2.7 km, from Ngam Wong Wan road to soi Buea Khuen temple and soi Buea Khuen temple to Samakkhi road. Stage … [Read more...] about Bicycle lane from Ngam Wong Wan road to Samakkhi road under one of Bangkok’s main highways
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
New Bike Trail around Nong Bon Lake in Bangkok
The latest scenic bike lane to be constructed in Bangkok is around Nong Bon Lake in Prawet district. The 4 kilometer long bike trail, which will have solar lighting and closed-circuit cameras, is due to be opened next month in July 2015. Nong Bon is a big lake behind Seacon Square. It is popular with people who want to enjoy watersports such as windsurfing and kayaking. Unlike its neighbour, Rama … [Read more...] about New Bike Trail around Nong Bon Lake in Bangkok
Farewell Ride for Airport’s Green Cycle Track
The Green Lane around Suvarnabhumi Airport has proved to be very popular with cyclists who live in Bangkok. The 23 kilometer long lane was often crowded at the weekends with both hobby cyclists and those training for racing. It proved so popular that it is now time for them to upgrade the facilities. This includes a new lane for slower cyclists, restrooms and snack shops. The Green Lane is due to … [Read more...] about Farewell Ride for Airport’s Green Cycle Track
20 Million Baht Bicycle Route Project in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai has launched an over 20 million baht project building a new bicycle route between the Huay Tung-Tao lake area and the Chiang Mai International Conference Center. Developers have said that it will be the safest bicycle lane in Chiang Mai district, with the well-known and beautiful Doi Suthep as scenic background to the route. Cyclists can either enjoy a relaxing time at the … [Read more...] about 20 Million Baht Bicycle Route Project in Chiang Mai
Peppermint Bike Park
Peppermint Bike Park will officially open 1 May 2015. (April 30th update: Opening rescheduled to May 9, 2015). The opening has been long anticipated since the construction announcement nearly two years ago by Khun Suwanna Eiampikul, who is the Sales & Marketing Director of Bertram Chemical (makers of Peppermint Field gels and balms) and a cycling advocate. Early In 2013, Khun Suwanna spoke … [Read more...] about Peppermint Bike Park
Suvarnabhumi Airport Cycle Track Improvements Project
SCB joins hands with AOT to launch Suvarnabhumi Airport Cycle Track project, elevating renowned bike track to a world class destination with extended opening hours for night riding. Airports of Thailand PLC (AOT) and Siam Commercial Bank PLC (SCB) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the Suvarnabhumi Airport Cycle Track project with the aim of making the bicycle … [Read more...] about Suvarnabhumi Airport Cycle Track Improvements Project
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
My Daily Bicycle Commute in Thailand
They say, “Any Bicycle Ride Is Better Than No Bicycle Ride”. And I can not agree more with that statement or feeling. My daily bicycle commute here in Sattahip, Ban Chang and Rayong area is always something that I look forward to. The commute is rarely routine and is often an adventure if not in actuality, in my mind. It can be hot sunny skies when starting out on the ride and overcast with … [Read more...] about My Daily Bicycle Commute in Thailand
Chumphon to Lang Suan – Bicycle Touring Route
Chumphon to Lang Suan - Bicycle Touring RouteRoute: Southern route that takes you from the Thung Wua Laen Beach, located north of the provincial capital city of Chumphon, to the beach area just East of Lang Suan.Download GDB file here (.gdb file format)Download GPX file here (.gpx file format)Length: 111kmConfiguration: Point to point.Start point: The start point of this route is on Thung Wua Laen … [Read more...] about Chumphon to Lang Suan – Bicycle Touring Route
Mountainbiking Trails in Nakhon Pathom province Thailand
Shady Singletrack Trails at Phutthamonthon Park, Nakhon Pathom province - This park, located in Nakhon Pathom, is just on the western edge of Bangkok. The terrain is flat, but the scenery and quite retreat of the area is a welcome escape from big city Bangkok. The trails can be extremely muddy after heavy rain and should be avoided until they have had sufficient time to dry out. The nearby … [Read more...] about Mountainbiking Trails in Nakhon Pathom province 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
Mountainbiking Trails in Nakhon Ratchasima province Thailand
TRAIL A and TRAIL B at Khao Yai Thiang, Nakhon Ratchasima province - Trail A and Trail B begin at the same spot near the square-shaped reservoir on the Khao Yai Thiang hilltop. Trail A and Trail B end at the same spot. This part of Khao Yai Thiang is not very steep. A full-suspension bike with five to six inches of travel would be best, but not completely necessary. A heavier downhill-specific … [Read more...] about Mountainbiking Trails in Nakhon Ratchasima province Thailand