Safely transporting your bicycle on an airplane requires a bit of preparation and forethought. You will need to consider what type of container to pack your bicycle in, how you, your bicycle, and your additional luggage will … [Read More...] about Bicycles on Airplanes in Thailand
Main Content
Bicycle Touring
Bicycle Touring South Korea’s East Coast, from Busan to Sokcho and the DMZ
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
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
How to Recognize Hotel Signs while Bicycle Touring in Thailand
In previous articles I have shown what roadside kilometer markers look like in Thailand, and also advised cyclists on how to recognize a local shop capable of repairing flat tires. So now that you are rolling happily along on your … [Read More...] about How to Recognize Hotel Signs while Bicycle Touring in Thailand
How to
How to Ride in a Group
Article by Fred Matheny Pacelines are organized. They have specific rules. But in big groups like you find in centuries or charity rides, things will be disorganized. This can intimidate even experienced riders. Sooner or … [Read More...] about How to Ride in a Group
How to Conquer Doi Inthanon
Doi Inthanon 2014 is fast approaching on February 16th has got to be one of the toughest mountain bike rides in Thailand. The Doi-Inthanon is 46.62 km long, with its highest point at 2562 m and a total of 40.56 km climbing. The … [Read More...] about How to Conquer Doi Inthanon
How to Build a Motorbike Bicycle Rack
Article and photos by Dirty Dirty So I'm living in Chiang Mai. I ride Doi Suthep and Doi Pui all of the time. Great trails! It does get a bit boring though. So I ventured out to some trails on the other side of the mountain in … [Read More...] about How to Build a Motorbike Bicycle Rack
Using Hand Signals and Calls in Cycling Groups
Whether you are churning out some high-speed miles with your local road cycling group, or you are taking a scenic tour with a few friends, the ability to quickly and efficiently communicate road hazards to other riders is a … [Read More...] about Using Hand Signals and Calls in Cycling Groups
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
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
Siam Bike Tours Company
Siam Bike Tours is Thailand’s first tour operator specifically for road bike tours. The company is located on Thailand’s largest island, Phuket. Two former race cyclists, Martin Brot and Kurt Schlaepfer from Switzerland, combined … [Read More...] about Siam Bike Tours Company
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
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
The Moon Rider Cafe (a.k.a. BKOOL Thailand)
Last month, a good friend told me about a new bicycle cafe that she had seen while driving over the Hua Chang bridge in Bangkok's Ratchathewi district. Knowing that the shop was only a stone's throw away from the Ratchathewi BTS … [Read More...] about The Moon Rider Cafe (a.k.a. BKOOL Thailand)
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
Cannondale Center Bangkok
This month's featured bike shop in Thailand is the Cannondale Center Bangkok. Located in Bangkok on a small soi off of Sukhumvit 26, the Cannondale Center maintains a large showroom filled with an impressive fleet of all that … [Read More...] about Cannondale Center Bangkok
Maintenance
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
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
Emergency Bicycle Repairs Miles from Civilization
I must be the unluckiest rider when it comes to punctures and repairs while on a trail. I’ve been stuck in the middle of nowhere with no tubes or spare wheels, but I always ride home. Trained as a ‘Cytech Bicycle Mechanic’, I’ve … [Read More...] about Emergency Bicycle Repairs Miles from Civilization
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
Rentals
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
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 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
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’
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