I have discovered that there is one very important concern in the mind of every touring cyclist, F-O-O-D. Over the years, the many cyclists I have had the privilege of encountering on the roads of Thailand have always found it … [Read More...] about Touring Cyclist Menu: How to Order the 7 Most Common Dishes in Thailand
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Bicycle Touring
Travel without moving? Become a host on Warm Showers Thailand
In January 2013 we posted an article about how to access and use the Warm Showers Community website because we liked the reciprocal hospitality concept of the website so much - 'The Warm Showers Community is a free worldwide … [Read More...] about Travel without moving? Become a host on Warm Showers Thailand
Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Times, Roads, Hazards, and Safety
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TAKE A BICYCLE TOUR IN THAILAND? The best time to take a bicycle tour in Thailand is during the months between October and April. Thailand's rainy season ends towards the end of October and "cooler … [Read More...] about Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Times, Roads, Hazards, and Safety
How to Plan Your First Bicycle Touring Adventure in 6 Easy Steps
Planning your very first bicycle touring adventure. What an exciting endeavor indeed! At this point you've probably read through websites, magazine articles, and maybe even a bicycle touring book or three documenting, in … [Read More...] about How to Plan Your First Bicycle Touring Adventure in 6 Easy Steps
How to
How to Watch Tour de France in Thailand
Next month is July and that means the biggest bike race in professional road racing, the Tour de France, is going to be captivating the world's largest group of spectators for a full three weeks. Dare I say that World Cup fever … [Read More...] about How to Watch Tour de France in Thailand
How To Join a TCHA Cycling Trip
Thai Cycling for Health Association (TCHA) regularly organizes cycling trips to different locations throughout Bangkok and its surrounding provinces. Most one-day trips are free of charge while multi-day/overnight trips remain … [Read More...] about How To Join a TCHA Cycling Trip
How to Survive Road Hazards While Cycling
Article by Fred Matheny and Ed Pavelka Cycling is a unique sport because its arena is the open road. That’s the same place frequented by traffic, potholes, snarling dogs and absentminded pedestrians. But sometimes we’re our … [Read More...] about How to Survive Road Hazards While Cycling
How to Deal With Bad Dogs While Cycling
Article by Fred Matheny and Ed Pavelka Dog attacks are high on the list of cycling fears. Maybe you can’t stop a dog from giving chase, but you can outsmart him if you know how dogs think. Know dog psychology. The majority of … [Read More...] about How to Deal With Bad Dogs While Cycling
Tour Reviews
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 … [Read More...] about Siam Bike Tours Bangkok to Phuket Review
Velo Thailand
Velo Thailand - the tour company and bike shop that was started with a real love for bikes. The beginning of Velo Thailand came in 2003 when Thagoon Laokosakul (Ae to his friends) started a small bicycle touring company near … [Read More...] about Velo Thailand
SpiceRoads Mountain Bike Tour Review
SpiceRoads "Tribal Trails of Thailand – Mountain Biking in the North" Tour Review Article and photos by John Knauss With 6 weeks of Christmas vacation this year, I chose to pack up my Giant Anthem X29 and head to North Thailand … [Read More...] about SpiceRoads Mountain Bike Tour Review
X-Biking Chiang Mai Tour Review
X-Biking Chiang Mai Downhill MTB Company "Bamboo Trail" Tour Review Mueang Chiang Mai is the capital district (amphoe mueang) of Chiang Mai Province in northern Thailand. This majestic city, with its cooler than average … [Read More...] about X-Biking Chiang Mai Tour Review
Shop Reviews
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 … [Read More...] about Northern Bike in Chiang Rai
Conasiam Electric Bicycle Importer in Thailand
Looking for the freedom and independence that a bicycle provides, but not eager to do all of the pedaling yourself? Want to extend your range of mobility without having to worry about licensing and registration, parking and fuel … [Read More...] about Conasiam Electric Bicycle Importer in Thailand
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, … [Read More...] about ADD Bike in Chiang Rai
KH Cycle Thailand in Bangkok
A friend of mine who owns a SCOTT Scale 900 mountain bike, which he bought in the U.K. and has recently brought to Thailand, was looking to find a SCOTT dealer in Bangkok. I told him that I could do him one better by delivering … [Read More...] about KH Cycle Thailand in Bangkok
Maintenance
How to Prep Your Bike for Spring
Spring has arrived, and for many riders living in cold climates the season marks the beginning of daily biking opportunities; a perfect time to get the bike and yourself back into shape. Here in Thailand, the arrival of Spring … [Read More...] about How to Prep Your Bike for Spring
Broken Bicycle Derailleur Hanger? Where to find new hanger in Thailand?
If you ride a geared bicycle (mountain or road) then you have experienced a broken derailleur hanger. And hopefully it performed its duty well and saved your precious (and expensive) derailleur from becoming a twisted and useless … [Read More...] about Broken Bicycle Derailleur Hanger? Where to find new hanger in Thailand?
Sizing a Derailleur Chain to Length
Chains for derailleur bicycles should always be of adequate length. A chain that is too long or too short can cause shifting problems. However, the rear derailleur cage should be long enough to take up slack as the chain is … [Read More...] about Sizing a Derailleur Chain to Length
Killing the Creak Part 2
Read Part 1 of this article. April’s maintenance article is the second part to last month’s “Killing the Creak” article, in which I outlined five areas of your bicycle that should be investigated if you are experiencing … [Read More...] about Killing the Creak Part 2
Rentals
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 … [Read More...] about Bicycle Rentals in Chonburi (Pattaya / Jomtien) Thailand
Bangkok bicycle rentals to ‘ease traffic congestion’
Originally posted as ‘Bangkok bicycle rentals to ‘ease traffic congestion’’ in News section of Coconuts Bangkok 01/10/2012. The Bangkok government has announced plans to ease traffic congestion by setting up bicycle … [Read More...] about Bangkok bicycle rentals to ‘ease traffic congestion’
Pun Pun Bicycle Share Program in Bangkok Thailand
Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, has begun a new bicycle share program which loosely mirrors similar programs featured in prominent cities throughout the world. These type of programs provide rental bicycles at reasonable … [Read More...] about Pun Pun Bicycle Share Program in Bangkok Thailand
Bicycle Rentals in Udon Thani 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 … [Read More...] about Bicycle Rentals in Udon Thani Thailand
News
Thailand Cycling Trips by We Ride Bikes Places
With Thailand being one of our favourite countries in the world, it was a no brainer that we would include it in our round the world cycling itinerary. And not only did we end up including it, but have spent more time riding here … [Read More...] about Thailand Cycling Trips by We Ride Bikes Places
Tour of Thailand 2022 – Professional Road Cycling Race – Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand
The Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn's Cup Tour of Thailand has a UCI rating of 2.1The 2022 version will have a Men's Race and a Women's Race. Official website of the Tour of Thailand (Available in Thai and English … [Read More...] about Tour of Thailand 2022 – Professional Road Cycling Race – Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand
Ban Khun Chang Khian Village – Mountain Biking in Chiang Mai
Welcome to Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, and Ban Khun Chang Khian village, a Hmong tribe village located in the heart of the national park. In this blog we are going to look at a little of the history of the mountain, the people … [Read More...] about Ban Khun Chang Khian Village – Mountain Biking in Chiang Mai
Registration for the International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) 2019
Registration for the International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) 2019 is officially open with the event taking place from November 28th 2019 – December 1st 2019. For the first time, the International Chiang Mai Enduro will be a stage … [Read More...] about Registration for the International Chiang Mai Enduro (ICE) 2019