While having my lunch in the beachfront town of Hua Hin I saw a peculiar sight, five touring cyclists pedaling through a small back street barely wide enough to accommodate the bulging panniers slung to their bikes. Spotting … [Read More...] about 14 Questions Posed to Touring Cyclists in Thailand
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Bicycle Touring
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
GPS Devices Make Cycling in Thailand More Enjoyable
A GPS (Global Positioning System) device is becoming an essential accessory for more and more bicycle riders in Thailand. A GPS designed for biking or trekking uses the same satellites as the satnav in a car but the way it uses … [Read More...] about GPS Devices Make Cycling in Thailand More Enjoyable
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
How to
How to Eliminate Cycling Discomfort Caused by Chafing
อ่านเวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทย กดที่นี้จ้า Have you experienced riding discomfort due to soreness caused by chafing on your thighs, butt, crotch, and perineum? Have you noticed that areas of your skin are irritated and red after a day's … [Read More...] about How to Eliminate Cycling Discomfort Caused by Chafing
Beat the Thailand Heat – 5 Tips to help you commit to an early morning ride
Thailand is hot. And, one of the ways locals get their cycling in is by doing it in the wee hours of the morning and also in the evening, before the Sun has come up and after it has gone down. Of course in the morning you'll … [Read More...] about Beat the Thailand Heat – 5 Tips to help you commit to an early morning ride
Heart Rate Training Basics
Heart rate is the body’s tachometer. Heart rate is a very good reflection of how hard your body is working at the moment. It is like the tachometer in your car that measures engine RPM; the faster the engine spins, the faster the … [Read More...] about Heart Rate Training Basics
Track Bicycle Racing Explained
Watching cyclists battle through the fast straights and high berms of a velodrome event makes for quite an exhilarating experience for competitors and spectators alike. Conversely, understanding the many different types of races … [Read More...] about Track Bicycle Racing Explained
Tour Reviews
Cycling Sukhothai
The Sukhothai Kingdom existed from 1238 until 1438. The old capital, now 12 kilometers outside of new Sukhothai in Tambon Mueang Kao, is in ruins and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage historical park. One of the best … [Read More...] about Cycling Sukhothai
Tour de Thailand Annual Charity Bicycle Ride Turns Miles Into Smiles
The annual Tour de Thailand charity bicycle ride, now in its tenth year, is riding strong on its personal and friendly service to cyclists, its well planned routes amidst Thailand's beautiful scenery, and its founding principle of … [Read More...] about Tour de Thailand Annual Charity Bicycle Ride Turns Miles Into Smiles
ABC Amazing Bangkok Cyclist
Bangkok is, without a doubt, a very busy place. The city’s disorganized roads are continually clogged with traffic. It would seem discouraging and less than ideal for a tourist destination, until you meet a group of people who are … [Read More...] about ABC Amazing Bangkok Cyclist
Thailand Green Ride
Thailand Green Ride was founded in 2008. The company, which offers bike tours in the Bangkok countryside, is under 100% Thai ownership. The tours given by Thailand Green Ride guides focus on agro tourism attractions such as orchid … [Read More...] about Thailand Green Ride
Shop Reviews
Cromo Zone in Bangkok
The other week, I ended up spending more time in Thailand's capital than my soul can handle. Not to say that Bangkok is a bad city, it can actually be quite fun sometimes, but I have noticed that staying in the city any longer … [Read More...] about Cromo Zone in Bangkok
SORA City in Bangkok
SORA City is a bike shop serving up coffee, dessert treats, and bikes all in a clean and simple decor. The shop's atmosphere is cafe cozy and friendly, with a stylish interior. The type of bikes on offer carry the sora name and … [Read More...] about SORA City in Bangkok
Jacky Bike in Chiang Mai
This month's featured bike shop in Thailand is Jacky Bike. Jacky Bike is located in the city of Chiang Mai, nestled on the west side of the city between the old moat and the base of Suthep mountain. The trendy area of Nimmanhaemin … [Read More...] about Jacky Bike in Chiang Mai
One Fine Day Bicycle in Bangkok
Are you looking for a fun, cool and unique way to get around the city? Is your current storage space at home or work preventing you from commuting? Does the idea of simple design and low maintenance appeal to you? If you answered … [Read More...] about One Fine Day Bicycle in Bangkok
Maintenance
Bicycle Chain Cleaning
This article will discuss the proper procedure for cleaning a chain without having to remove it from the bicycle. This procedure is especially useful for those bicycles equipped with SHIMANO type chains, which require a special … [Read More...] about Bicycle Chain Cleaning
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
Road Bike Tire Pressure
Having written about mountain bike tires last month I thought it only fitting to add my chart of road bicycle tire pressure settings here as well. Proper tire air pressure will increase the performance of any road bike. It's the … [Read More...] about Road Bike Tire Pressure
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
Rentals
Bicycle Rentals in Chiang Rai 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 Chiang Rai Thailand
Renting a Bicycle in Chiang Mai Thailand
Every time I go on a holiday trip, the biggest decision I must make is whether to bring along my own bicycle or rent one at my destination. Of course riding a bicycle to any destination is THE best way to travel, but for some … [Read More...] about Renting a Bicycle in Chiang Mai Thailand
Bicycle Rentals in Nakhon Pathom 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 Nakhon Pathom 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
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