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 … [Read More...] about 3 Best Routes from my 1000 km cycle tour in Thailand
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Bicycle Touring
Top Pick Bicycle Touring Accommodation: Bike Hostel in Thap Sakae
Touring cyclists who are traveling through the province of Prachuap Khiri Khan have a new accommodation option in the small beachside town of Thap Sakae. On a recent bicycle ride down the main beach road of Thap Sakae, I spotted … [Read More...] about Top Pick Bicycle Touring Accommodation: Bike Hostel in Thap Sakae
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 … [Read More...] about Bicycle Touring from Seoul to Busan on South Korea’s 4 Rivers Cycle Pathway
Thailand Honeymoon on a Bicycle Built for Two
What is your idea of a perfect honeymoon? Would it include secluded white sand beaches in a tropical paradise? Or maybe hidden hilltop resorts under a canopy of jungle foliage? How about tasty and exotic culinary delights? Well … [Read More...] about Thailand Honeymoon on a Bicycle Built for Two
How to
Taking your Bicycle on the MRT Subway
Although you are allowed to take your bicycle on the BTS Skytrain for free, the MRT Subway only allows foldable bikes. But not just any foldable bike as it has to be smaller than a certain size. Here is a picture posted by Davina … [Read More...] about Taking your Bicycle on the MRT Subway
Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Costs, Visas, Communications, and Medical
WHAT ARE THE COSTS INVOLVED WITH TAKING A BICYCLE TOURING TRIP IN THAILAND? Before your trip, you should find the current exchange rate of your country's currency to the Thai Baht (THB). For a current, up to date, exchange … [Read More...] about Thailand Bicycle Touring Information: Costs, Visas, Communications, and Medical
Cycling Safety in Thailand
"The experience of being unexpected yourself might make you better able to notice similar unexpected events." ~ The Invisible Gorilla by Christopher Chabris and Daniel Simons. I can’t count how many times I have been chatting … [Read More...] about Cycling Safety in Thailand
How To Prevent Bicycle Theft
How to prevent your bicycle from being stolen may not be the first thought that crosses your mind when you are on that quick run to the corner store, but it should be. As the numbers of reported stolen bikes steadily increases … [Read More...] about How To Prevent Bicycle Theft
Tour Reviews
Follow Me Tour Review
Started in March 2011, Follow Me Bike Tours are a new addition to the Bangkok bicycle tours scene. They definitely have all the right ingredients to show you a great time. Follow Me Bike Tours currently offers two four-hour tour … [Read More...] about Follow Me Tour Review
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
Cycling Miles for Children’s Smiles
Riding a bicycle may be a normal everyday activity for some but for the participants of the Tour de Thailand it’s anything but normal. Cycling a combined distance of over 2,100 kilometers in three segments (northern, central and … [Read More...] about Cycling Miles for Children’s Smiles
Samui Bicycle Tours
Samui Bicycle is a family owned and operated bicycle touring company. The business is located in the Lamai Maret area of Samui Island, inside the New Leaf Detox Resort. The touring component of the company organizes cycling trips … [Read More...] about Samui Bicycle Tours
Shop Reviews
InterBike Studio Thank You Party
A few friends and I had the pleasure of attending the Saturday evening 'Thank You' party event (March 16th) put on at the showroom location of InterBike Studio. The venue is a full service bicycle shop with an art gallery feel; … [Read More...] about InterBike Studio Thank You Party
Thailand Cycling Alliance (TCA)
Article and Photos by Andrew Bhasavanich TCA, which stands for the Thailand Cycling Alliance, is arguably one of Thailand’s biggest distributors of after-market accessories for bicycles. The company is a “go-to” for numerous … [Read More...] about Thailand Cycling Alliance (TCA)
How To Choose a Bicycle Shop – 7 Tips from BicycleThailand.com
Looking to buy a new bike? Already know what you want in a bike but not too sure of the shop you want to buy it from? Use your next bicycle shopping experience to help you locate a great bike shop. Here are 7 tips from … [Read More...] about How To Choose a Bicycle Shop – 7 Tips from BicycleThailand.com
Spin Bike in Chiang Mai
Spin Bike is this month’s featured bike shop in Thailand. Spin Bike is owned and operated by Khun Wisut Kasiyaphat (Toom), a former assistant directeur sportif with top cycling teams in Europe and Asia. Khun Toom brings his … [Read More...] about Spin Bike in Chiang Mai
Maintenance
Clean and Lube Your Bicycle with these Suitable Substitutes
This article will address the need for cyclists to substitute bike shop brand name care products with basic products that are more readily available at small market stores and roadside shops in Thailand. It has been my experience … [Read More...] about Clean and Lube Your Bicycle with these Suitable Substitutes
How to Box a Bicycle
It’s great to see more people travelling with their bikes around Thailand and Thai airlines are becoming bike friendly. What’s not great is the way people are packing their bikes and the experiences people have had with the … [Read More...] about How to Box a Bicycle
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
Disc Brakes vs. Rim Brakes in Thailand
The type of bicycle to be used is usually a major decision faced by every cyclist who is in the planning phase of his or her cycle touring trip. Much consideration is given to the bicycle’s weight carrying capability, tire size … [Read More...] about Disc Brakes vs. Rim Brakes in Thailand
Rentals
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’
Bicycle Rentals in Songkhla (Hat Yai) 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 Songkhla (Hat Yai) Thailand
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
Bicycle Rentals in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) 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 Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) 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