Frequently asked questions about cycling around the world
We often get questions about the trips we made, the sort of bikes we use etc. etc. We have collected these questions and the answers on these pages. However, if you have a question about ‘cycling around the world’ you’re always welcome to ask! .
FAQ’s about thailand
I’m thinking about Thailand in November. Is the road from the Malaysian border up the east coast to Koh Samui a beautiful part worth cycling … or would you recommend an other part of Thailand?
“Cyling is ok here. Scenery is rural. Nothing special. The northern part of Thailand may be more interesting. Chang Mai is a good starting point for this trip. Also the area north of Bangkok has a lot to offer for those who are interested in old ruines cities like Ayuthaya, Sukothai and Lopburi. Worth a visit I would say… ( Keyword : thailand )
I currently live and work in Thailand(Bangkok), and am thinking about riding north to Nong Kai. Could you give me some idea of what equipment i would need. I have a bike and a helmet and that’s about it. I ride on a saturday and sunday around Bangkok but i’ve never attempted anything like this. Do i take cash or bank cards. Is it safe?
1. you’ll need panniers to store your stuff. Check out our interactive checklist to get an idea on what to take : http://www.cyclingaroundtheworld.nl/tipsadvice/checklist/index.html 2. Avoid the main highways (busy) . Get a good map to find the smaller roads 3. yes it’s safe 4. Most towns have atm’s ( Keyword : thailand )
I plan to cycle around Thailand and Laos. I know it is rainy season, I was wondering how bad it will be with the rain and if you have any suggestions of what to bring to deal with the rain? How bad is it biking in the rain?
Cycling during rainy season in the tropics is different from travel on rainy days in moderate climates. It doesn’t cool down a lot and showers may be heavy but are mostly short. It’s generally better to shelter a while than to continue into such a heavy monsoonal shower. ( Keyword : thailand )
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