In my opinion, I think there are 4 things that need to be prepared in order to be fully ready to embark on a long distance cycling trip: - Prepare your heart (mind) - เตรียมใจ People need to be able to step outside of their … [Read More...] about The Way of Preparing for a Long Distance Bicycle Trip
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Bicycle Touring
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
Warm Showers – The Bike Tourists’ Best Friend
Warm Showers - The Bike Tourists' Best Friend There's an exciting new tool serving almost 30,000 international bike tourists. It's Warm Showers, and it's just like Couchsurfing except way cooler because it only serves bike … [Read More...] about Warm Showers – The Bike Tourists’ Best Friend
Top Pick Bicycle Touring Restaurant: Pirates Terrace in Chumphon
Touring cyclists and Pirates have a lot in common. They both appreciate free-spirited travel, are immensely devoted to their craft, and both carry a voracious appetite for hearty food and copious amounts of drink. If your … [Read More...] about Top Pick Bicycle Touring Restaurant: Pirates Terrace in Chumphon
How to
How to Perfect Your Bicycle Riding Position & Technique
Article by Ed Pavelka Cycling is full of prodigious numbers—the distances ridden, the calories consumed, the tires trashed. Another statistic that can seem astounding is the number of pedal strokes made. Let’s suppose it takes … [Read More...] about How to Perfect Your Bicycle Riding Position & Technique
How To Handle Unexpected Cycling Hazards
I recently took part in a multi-day bicycle tour in the South of Thailand. Road damage (i.e. potholes, potholes, and potholes) from recent heavy rains in the area kept me alert and tested my reaction skills as I was the only one … [Read More...] about How To Handle Unexpected Cycling Hazards
Prevalent Payang: Fixing Flat Tires in Thailand
If you’ve traveled in Thailand then you’ve seen the ever-present signage that heralds a tire repair shop, whether you’re aware of it or not. Regardless of your ability to read Thai script the ubiquitous red and white colored tire … [Read More...] about Prevalent Payang: Fixing Flat Tires in Thailand
Carbon Bicycle Frame Repair Service in Saraburi Thailand
A retired engineer with 20 years experience working in Seattle, U.S.A. for an aerospace industry manufacturer of carbon fiber parts has opened a local outlet in Saraburi offering carbon bicycle frame repair services. All work … [Read More...] about Carbon Bicycle Frame Repair Service in Saraburi Thailand
Tour Reviews
Siam Bike Tours in Phuket Thailand
Originally posted as ‘Phuket Lifestyle: Those other bikers heading to Phuket’ in Lifestyle section of Phuket Gazette 28/03/2012. Article by Marc Mulloy PHUKET: With Big Bike Week just around the corner it is good to … [Read More...] about Siam Bike Tours in Phuket Thailand
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
Bike Tour Bangkok The Touch of Thai Smile Review
Whilst I was a little sceptical due to Bangkok’s heat and traffic, going on a bike tour proved a great way to experience some of the city’s sights, sounds and tourist attractions. In fact, I learnt that these challenges should … [Read More...] about Bike Tour Bangkok The Touch of Thai Smile Review
Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company Review
Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company "Half-day ride to the White Temple" Tour Review “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” – Confucius Bee and his family have certainly taken the sage at his … [Read More...] about Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour Company Review
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
Velocity in Chiang Mai
This month’s featured bike store in Thailand is Velocity. Velocity is located on the north side of moat in the old city of Chiang Mai. The shop is situated on Manee Noparat Road between the Chang Puak gate and Wat … [Read More...] about Velocity in Chiang Mai
Professional Cyclefit at JJ Cycling Centre in Bangkok
Looking for professional bike fitting services in Bangkok, Thailand? Look no further than JJ Cycling Centre, conveniently located on the 3rd floor of Velo Fabric bicycle shop, on Thetsaban Songkhro Road, in the Talat Pracha Niwet … [Read More...] about Professional Cyclefit at JJ Cycling Centre in Bangkok
World Bike in Chonburi
World Bike in Chonburi is owned and operated by a great pair of cycling friends, Khun Bank and Paul. This energetic duo of bike fanatics run a large, well-presented, professional shop on one of the major thoroughfares in Chonburi … [Read More...] about World Bike in Chonburi
Maintenance
Mountain Bike Tire Pressure
Mountain bike tire pressure is THE often-overlooked factor that could make a huge difference on your next off-road ride. It’s amazing how something as simple as air pressure can affect the performance of any mountain bike, whether … [Read More...] about Mountain Bike Tire Pressure
How to Maintain Different Parts of your Bicycle
Maintaining the different parts of your bike is one way to ensure that it remains in good condition for a long time. If one part of your bicycle is in bad shape, you will not enjoy your overall cycling experience in Thailand. It … [Read More...] about How to Maintain Different Parts of your Bicycle
5 Ways to Keep Your Bicycle Chain Happy
Your chain might be one of the most important parts on your bicycle (with the exception of bearings), and without its chain your bicycle quickly becomes nothing more than an expensive paperweight, capable only of gravity-aided … [Read More...] about 5 Ways to Keep Your Bicycle Chain Happy
9 Must Have Tools for the Advanced Bicycle Mechanic
In Thailand the number 9 is very auspicious for the reason that the pronunciation of the word is nearly identical to another word with connotations of 'progress' and 'stepping forward.' Is it any wonder that a bicycle mechanic … [Read More...] about 9 Must Have Tools for the Advanced Bicycle Mechanic
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 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
Bicycle Rentals in Phuket 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 Phuket Thailand
Bicycle Rentals in Sukhothai 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 Sukhothai 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