After completing my most recent Seoul to Busan Bicycle Tour in South Korea I became very interested to explore the east coast of the country. I had seen maps showing that a partially marked route along the coast existed, and after … [Read More...] about Bicycle Touring South Korea’s East Coast, from Busan to Sokcho and the DMZ
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Bicycle Touring
Transporting a Bicycle on Thailand’s Southern Railway Line (Hat Yai-Bangkok)
Hat Yai is a great start or end point to any cycling trip that involves a border crossing between Thailand and Malaysia. Getting you and your bicycle to or from one of the Thailand/Malaysia border crossings is as easy as … [Read More...] about Transporting a Bicycle on Thailand’s Southern Railway Line (Hat Yai-Bangkok)
Cycling on a Shoestring: The Ubiquitous Noodle Shops of Thailand
One of the most rewarding experiences of riding a bicycle in Thailand is the cornucopia of food that greets you at every bend in the road. From seaside restaurants and mountain village fresh markets to the curbside food stands … [Read More...] about Cycling on a Shoestring: The Ubiquitous Noodle Shops of Thailand
How to Recognize Laundry Shops while Bicycle Touring in Thailand
ซัก - Wash อบ - Dry รีด - Press (Iron) Finding one of the MANY laundry shops in Thailand is quite easy if you learn to quickly recognize what their Thai language sign looks like. Luckily, EVERY laundry shop displays the same … [Read More...] about How to Recognize Laundry Shops while Bicycle Touring in Thailand
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Bicycle Touring: Crossing the Thailand/Malaysia border at Tak Bai immigration checkpoint
We crossed successfully from Thailand to Malaysia at the end of January 2023 and would like to share our experience to help other cyclists considering this option. We spent 10 minutes at Thai immigration getting stamped out of the … [Read More...] about Bicycle Touring: Crossing the Thailand/Malaysia border at Tak Bai immigration checkpoint
Bicycle Nomenclature
This article will assist new cyclists with identifying the major parts of a bicycle. In addition it will make familiar the seemingly difficult labeling system associated with the different tube sections of a bicycle frame. This … [Read More...] about Bicycle Nomenclature
Tips for Comfortable Cycle Touring in Thailand
Tips for Comfortable Touring and Keeping Healthy While on the Road Embarking on a bicycle tour of Thailand can be an exciting and daunting prospect, and even though Thailand is well suited for cycle touring, there are quite a … [Read More...] about Tips for Comfortable Cycle Touring in 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
Tour Reviews
Grasshopper Adventures Bangkok Night Bike Tour Review
Grasshopper Adventures Bicycle Touring Company "Bangkok Night Bike" Review Located close to Bangkok's infamous Kao San road, Grasshopper Adventures are in a perfect position to serve the many thousands of tourists that visit … [Read More...] about Grasshopper Adventures Bangkok Night Bike 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
Hua Hin Bike Tours
Hua Hin Bike Tours is owned and operated by Adventure Cycling Thailand, a licensed Tourism Authority of Thailand Company. In 2008, Tour de Asia relocated from Bangkok to the beach side city of Hua Hin and assumed control of Sea … [Read More...] about Hua Hin Bike Tours
Amazing Bike Tours Company
Amazing Bike Tours provide Unique Cycling Adventure Tours in Thailand. Join our experienced guides for on and off road Mountain Biking in Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi provinces. Escape the crowds and discover places most tourists … [Read More...] about Amazing Bike Tours Company
Shop Reviews
Seng Guan Hong Bicycle Shop
Looking for something different? ... Then look no further than Seng Guan Hong Co., bicycle shop, China Town, Bangkok. On arrival to the shop your bike buds are tingled by the tandem that sits proudly in the window. Enter … [Read More...] about Seng Guan Hong Bicycle Shop
SeaLee Urban and SeaLee Bike Shop in Bangkok
When was the last time you visited a bike shop and were treated to peach yoghurt and a friendly smile? The very thing happened to me when I paid a visit to SeaLee Bike Shop on Chok Chai 4 road in Lat Phrao, Bangkok. Already being … [Read More...] about SeaLee Urban and SeaLee Bike Shop in Bangkok
Kamala Bike Shop in Phuket
Kamala Bicycle Shop is our first featured bike shop in Phuket. If you’re coming from Patong turn right at the first set of traffic lights. If you're coming from Surin Beach turn left at the second set of traffic lights, after … [Read More...] about Kamala Bike Shop in Phuket
Chaitawat Bike Shop in Chiang Mai
Chaitawat Bike Shop is this month’s featured bike shop in Thailand. This small but well stocked shop is located inside the old section of Chiang Mai city. Situated on the corner of Ratpakinai Road and soi 6, opposite the Bodhi … [Read More...] about Chaitawat Bike Shop in Chiang Mai
Maintenance
Utility Transport Lifestyle Bicycle with Kustom Double Rear Baskets
Utility Transport Lifestyle Bicycle with Kustom Double Rear Baskets 1 year in the making... Kustom Special Deluxe no. 1: Darth Cruiser On its own, the bicycle did not fulfill the utilitarian need to be able to cruise over … [Read More...] about Utility Transport Lifestyle Bicycle with Kustom Double Rear Baskets
Purchasing a Secondhand Bicycle
Bicycles are simple and reliable, but they must be properly maintained for safe operation. Here's a simple checklist of things to consider before purchasing any secondhand bike. Frame/Fork: Paint chips are like beauty marks; … [Read More...] about Purchasing a Secondhand Bicycle
Build Your Own Bicycle Shop Workbench
Over the past weekend I managed to piece together a fairly decent bicycle shop workbench for a very good friend of mine. I thought I would take the opportunity to share some of the advice that I've received and learned over the … [Read More...] about Build Your Own Bicycle Shop Workbench
Common Bicycle Tube Valve Types
This article will help new cyclists to properly recognize the two most widely used bicycle inner tube valve systems. New cyclists are frequently bombarded with choices they are unfamiliar with when purchasing or replacing bicycle … [Read More...] about Common Bicycle Tube Valve Types
Rentals
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 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
Bicycle Rentals in Kanchanaburi 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 Kanchanaburi Thailand
Bicycle Rental Service to Launch in Bangkok on 1 May 2013
It has been a long time coming but the BMA have finally announced that the “Pun Pun” Bike Rental scheme will launch on 1st May at 12 stations around Central Bangkok. This is a far cry from their original promise of 50 stations and … [Read More...] about Bicycle Rental Service to Launch in Bangkok on 1 May 2013
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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