Bangkok Hidden Gems 🐕 Thailand Cycling Tour on Folding Bikes

[@kamolhengkiatisak1527]

I used to bike on such narrow path along canals. The ones I used to ride on don't have any guard rail at all and one biker even fell into the canal and we needed to bail him up. I never rode on one with a guard rail at all. Wat Paknam is famous and the Buddha statute is the biggest in Bangkok. Klong Bangluang is the canal that you see the artist house and the temple. This canal runs to Chao Phraya river. I started learning my swim on this canal 62 years ago when I was 7 with no supervision. Just dipping and flowing with friends and soon we just learned to float and swim in one hour naturally. The last temple Wat Prayun is on the bank of Chao Phraya river and near King Rama I bridge, the oldest steel bridge across Chao Phraya river. I used to walk to my secondary school through this temple and across the bridge on the other side from Grade 8-12 about 3.5 km from my house.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Maybe the've started to install them since then because of that

[@davidkan5469]

This video is actually one of the better videos of exploring Bangkok...

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! :) it was a really fun day.

[@frankyu4967]

This Thailand ride is so different from the Japan cycle series. I can’t imagine riding along the river trail during rain season. Stay safe and healthy to all.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! Different is good :)

[@mistergiovanni7183]

@@TwoWheelCruise mmmmm I see that she is happy on her face, and that's fine, however, it is noticeable that the safety and the way of driving and the state of the streets are very different. That is why we want them to take great care of themselves.

[@mistergiovanni7183]

I thought exactly the same after 3 minutes of seeing where he was riding.

[@dannyeicher6173]

Sorry about the dog encounter. Nice bike ride. Yummy food. Thanks for sharing ...🎥😃👍👌🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️

[@classifiedinformation6353]

The side streets of Bangkok with the canals and narrow elevated concrete "roads" are unlike anything I have ever seen. If it weren't for you two being there, most of us would never have witnessed such places. Thank you. John

[@TwoWheelCruise]

It's been a lot of fun, glad you're also enjoying :)

[@enriquevillasenor9386]

Thank you for sharing another wonderful bike adventure. Watching Thuong’s reaction to the fish was priceless! However, her deadpan “You drank half of it,” comment made me laugh out loud. May I suggest a bike ‘n fishing video soon. I think we would all love watching her fish. Something tells me she has some fishing experience. Be safe. Blessings.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

She's really funny at times :) We definitely need to do a bike and fish video sometime.

[@weekdaycycling]

A bike bell and a side mirror are some useful items for urban cycling as well as a good quality bike lock. 😅

[@etops.flight]

Having the Strava route to follow is excellent. It’s like having a tour guide so you don’t get lost but you can go at your own pace. Amazing things to see along the city canals and never get tired of temples especially if they have Buddha statues. Making me miss Bangkok so much. 🇹🇭🚴🏻‍♀️🚴🏻‍♂️💪🏻

[@jeremylim9304]

Glad there is a continuation from the last video. Always enjoy the bike ride through the beautiful parts of Bangkok.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@Urban_Wander]

I enjoyed watching this..

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Glad you enjoyed :)

[@kitty-sq6ud]

100 thumbsup to both of you. Enjoy and stay safe!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thank you! :)

[@randomleivlogs2013]

Great ride, sights, and food! 👍

[@yewnammak750]

Hey Cruise great video, had a lot of fun watching it. Do take care when cycling next to park cars as often ppl will just open the doors without looking out for two wheelers.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yes, thank you

[@photoholohan]

This channel is delightful! It’s so nice to get to ‘ride-along’ and see these neighbourhoods from the bike POV 👍🏻👍🏻

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Glad you like them!

[@prajowluck3596]

Nice video. Thailand is full of small alley ways. Nice temples visit. Thanks

[@rubenvf9772]

What captured my attention is that houses and places are humble but, super clean and colorful. I just wonder how bad the crime is.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

We really like it too. I think there are both good and bad areas, but where we are now the crime rate is really low.

[@sahelanthropus7199]

Thailand looks like a mix between Japan and Brazil xD you guys should come here to Brazil someday ♥♥

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Hope we can

[@salva.]

Wow taht boat in the river! U will think that's a no wake zone 😄🤦🏼‍♂️

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yeah, those waves it created were pretty rough.

[@grecinos2]

That looked like fun. So many twists and turns on that ride. About the canals with fish... Maybe use your GoPro Boom mount and waterproof enclosure to take a peek below the water. For additional fun, I bet you’d get a swarm if you attach food to it. Of course, don’t feed the fish if it’s forbidden!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

That would've been an interesting shot. I don't have any of the waterproof cases though :(

[@suzy5166]

your bike skills are just pheromones 👏👏👏

[@vivoslibertos]

You need to play sakana soundtrack everytime Thuong fish hyped XD

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Haha wonder if that's copyrighted

[@hobocyclist]

Awesome guys you’re really doing it much respect ✊

[@upn0rth420]

Cool route

[@roshellaquitiol5852]

Beautiful place... Love it 😍😍😍😍

[@TwoWheelCruise]

We really enjoyed this ride :)

[@ez22009]

I think the longest klong cycle ride will be at klong saan seb.. 👍. Team TWC are road warrior. They are brave to cycle around BKK.. eager to see what they will come up when they are in CM

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! We had a fun time exploring BKK :)

[@samchunghoon1819]

Wow! What a ride along the canals and little pathways. I thought Japanese roads were tiny and cramped. Loving the videos.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Glad you like them! I did too haha

[@giancarlorivera8113]

Love how you still talk in japanese, nice route! Thuong chan is having fun!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

gonna switch to Thai soon haha

[@GarryFam]

Thumb like for Thung chan photo catch .

[@TwoWheelCruise]

:)

[@mizukachang9521]

This bike trip in Thailand is really interesting

[@TwoWheelCruise]

We're enjoying it :)

[@kasu1033]

The artist canal was among my favorite spots in Bangkok! The Japanese name of the fish streamer is Koinobori. Thank you again for the wonderful video that really makes me miss Bangkok!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! It was a beautiful area.

[@cristianurrutia4241]

Uau!!! I want to do the same path but with Mountain bikes

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Might be tough with wider bars

[@brianheard4565]

I see you shared your route with us - thank you!!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

I try to include it if I can

[@santiagobenites]

Someone made a comment saying 'be careful not to ride in to someone's house', and I had to laugh because sometimes it looks like you're getting very close to doing that. Thanks for sharing more of your awesome cycling and travel adventures! 😁

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Trying my best not to haha

[@thomaseland3136]

Bangkok used to be called the Venice of the East because of all the canals, many of which were filled in after the war to create roads.

[@Great_Sandwich]

You folks landed on your feet pretty dawg gone quickly. Love seeing you spring back into action right away, with almost no delays in the videos. How are you managing with language? Is English sufficiently spoken so that you can manage your daily affairs? EDIT: Dude..! How's your leg after the dog bite!? What happened!? Did it break the flesh??

[@TwoWheelCruise]

We hit the ground running :) It's quite easy to get by with just English or pointing and gestures :)

[@Great_Sandwich]

@@TwoWheelCruise Thanks for the reply. But what about the dog bite..!?

[@weekdaycycling]

16:19 Wat Khuha Sawan Worawihan Temple is a third-class royal monastery, Worawihan type, located in Khuha Sawan Subdistrict, Phasi Charoen District, Bangkok. It is an ancient temple built in the Ayutthaya period. Wat Khuha Sawan Worawihan was formerly known as "Wat Sala Si Na" (literally means Four Faces Pavilion) is an ancient temple built since the Ayutthaya period but no evidence of who created it. 18:45 Khlong Bang Luang Community, Artist House.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks for all of the info about these places!

[@monthonsriyoscharti2714]

Oh that dog bit you ? Hope you get well soon. And don't forget to get rabies vaccine and proper wound care. How did you know this route ?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! This was shared to us by a fan.

[@steveretiredandcycling]

Wow, those paths are beautiful but challenging. Thanks again for a great video. All the best, Steve

[@TwoWheelCruise]

They were a lot of fun. Thanks for watching :)

[@fcv1967]

Good path for learning how to do clipless pedals!

[@fujiwaramichaelm6686]

Congrats! Beautiful views. Thanks

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Cheers :)

[@roymarshall8801]

Thuong English is getting lot better, you are teaching her very well

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks!

[@jomarcmariquina]

Very nice trip/video.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! :)

[@charliesimar7541]

Wow! Bangkok has change over the last fifty years since I was there. But some things, not so much, like the huge klong fish.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Lots of them and they were huge

[@VagabondTurtle]

Those small backstreets, i would love to go on a trip there... It is really the highlights of my day when I see a riding video from you guys, here it's dark and cold, not much is happening, but that is lighting up my day!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! Glad to hear our videos help. Bright and hot here :)

[@betweenyouandme]

take care..stray dogs and cats are common in the area as I noticced it from your videos

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks!

[@carltonbirds]

Awesome ride, I’m looking forward to the next video, thumbs up from me.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! :)

[@IRSA1]

What an exciting ride which to me, felt full of exotic unfamiliar sights experienced from the comfort of my familiar surroundings. I could almost smell those delicious cooking aromas and those marrow canal walkways were really thrilling. As for that giant golden Buddha , it felt like a giant film prop, rather than a religious statue… By the way , it might be wise to ensure that you both are up to date with your tétanos shots to be safe for your next adventures.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Glad you enjoyed it :) That's a good idea!

[@JGP_SH88]

Nice! Would you mind sharing the route map or GPS coordinates? Thanks. KHOB KHUN MAK MAK!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! Check our Strava link in video description.

[@travelintraveler7512]

Here's some ideas for future videos, look up the local Japanese expat biking communities (BKK and CM) and get to know the lay of the land or their thoughts of living in Thailand full time or part time through them. Yes there's a huge Japanese expat community in both cities since many Japanese firms are located there. I'm not going to give you all the locations and answers, I'm going to make you work a little to find these pockets because you'll learn more about these cities by doing some research. But I'll give you some big clues. In BKK look up Thong Lo Rd or as the locals call it, Soi Thong Lo or Soi Thong Lor. It's a big foodie street that's also has a big Japanese expat scene. There's a certain small shop there that has a bunch of two wheeled contraptions (that also serves a good cup of Joe). Drop in and start speaking Japanese to most likely the Thai girl (or maybe even the Japanese owner) working there. Let me know how it goes.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

We're already in Chiang Mai, but we did find a few Japanese community areas in Bangkok, which was really cool to see. Half of the shopping mall restaurants are also Japanese too LOL

[@davehoover8853]

You haven’t seen dangerous yet! Place take more care riding than you think you need to. People rocket from every direction, they don’t care to see you or stop or yield. Look forward to your times in the north!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! We'll be careful.

[@PitanuBoonyaratvej]

How do the narrow handlebars feel to you both? FYI swapped mine for 600 mm wide bars, feels better in terms of handling & comfort. Ride safe you two.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

They feel fine, really nice in the narrow tight spots.

[@adriantic]

I've just caught up on yer recent vids in Thailand. I haven't watched since yous left Japan. I have a question for you cause o the dog lololol Do yous have travel insurance. I've never taken it out so I was just wondering.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yes, it is required to come to Thailand.

[@LeoL77]

6:33 you can use your bike as a "tripod" for your phone/camera, to take a photo for both of yall :)

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Nice idea!

[@goto8438]

From your videos i don't think watching out for pedestrians or bicyclists are high on motorists priorities in BKK. The road rules seem to be taken as a guide only, not literally.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thailand doesn't prioritize pedestrians on or near the roads yet unfortunately :(

[@XxAPartofMexX]

I think the railing is more so for older people who maybe need to lean on something to walk if their balance has deteriorated, definitely not for regular preventative safety.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Interesting, that makes sense.

[@Chrisb8s]

Wow. Such beautiful scenes!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Really fun day :)

[@mantroid]

So different from Japan. I have learned that Bangkok streets have drains every 30 feet.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Completely different here

[@luigitoluphoto]

I'll never learn to eat with chopsticks 😆

[@TwoWheelCruise]

It's not so bad ;)

[@luigitoluphoto]

@@TwoWheelCruise Maybe I expressed myself badly. It is difficult for me to learn how to use chopsticks. 😁

[@mancello]

I thought riding in NYC was tough. The traffic on the larger roads is intense. Some of those side roads look a bit sketchy. Hope you guys got your rabies shots. Watch out for aggressive Fidos!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! It is pretty nasty on the main roads here.

[@markwilliams3623]

OMG me and my wife road one of those boats in a floating market about 2 hours north of BKK. We were the only people. My wife told him to go faster. He gave us a big grin and floored it. We were holding on for dear life. It was a Turbo charged boat and apparently they race this at events. Super fun.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Haha nice! They have some really fast boats here.

[@discoverVNmusic]

The dogs in Asia have to be aggressive, other-while they will be on the dinner plates..lol

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Not so much in Thailand, but yes in Vietnam :(

[@altern8tive]

While in Chiang Mai Province, maybe Doi Ang Khang and/or Doi Inthanon would be an awesome folding bike climbing challenge ? (1,400 m and 2,565 m 😉)

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Impossible on Thuong's bike, but possibly on mine with 9 speed. The descent would be harder I think LOL

[@altern8tive]

You will need extra thick soles on your shoes to slow down that's for sure 😆

[@AshrakAhmed]

I look at all this standing water and wonder how the mosquito population is? One side railing makes life more interesting! Won't make it back home too drunk at night!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Lots of mosquitos in those places I think

[@Deuce501st]

@5:37 that's the road I ride everyday (almost)

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Nice!

[@somkidp.789]

The yellow one juice is Chrysanthemum tea :)

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! :)

[@chaipod]

If you always show the name of the place n streets, that will be very helpful for those watching your vids

[@bahkbahksa8339]

In bangkok bicycle is more recommended 👌 because it's more environmental, safe, healthy, quiet 🤫 and economical than motor bike.

[@FSVR54]

You have a lucky life

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Luck is a big part for sure.

[@markwilliams3623]

Saigon is full of those alleyways which can be a challenge. One major difference is that in Saigon there area a lot more families hanging out in these alley ways. Thailand for sure has a ton more Temples and the idols split between Temples and Pictures of the King of Thailand.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Excited to explore there more by bike too once we can :)

[@TwoWheelCruise]

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[@hermin]

since you are used to driving left hand drive, how did you adjust biking in taiwan?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Our home countries are both on the right side of the road

[@hermin]

@@TwoWheelCruise oh yeah, I forgot your from the US haha thanks

[@malcontent_1]

Enjoying the _random_ on this ride. Looks like you two are really enjoying exploring around your new locale. I'm envious of the authentic food. ~18:30 Hopefully you'll also make use of Google Translate + your cell phone camera, to translate in real-time.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yes, we've been using that feature a lot :)

[@malcontent_1]

@@TwoWheelCruise great. 👍 Well, I'm glad to be able to join you in your trek. Looks like fun so far. Can't wait to see more food features.

[@plusmanikantanr]

You got backyard farms, canal-side walkways, ramps everywhere, fish for Thuong-chan to oggle at :-D AND a less than? 1000 Yen meal for two! Isnt a bowl of ramen always supposed to be less than 1000 Yen or something ? :-D You guys are both killin' it riding around Thailand :-D awesome to see all the new experiences with you two!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Pretty much a perfect day haha :)

[@allenleung5399]

Do you need to see doctor after dog bit?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thankfully didn't draw blood

[@peterklar89]

how is the gearratio at the first gear of the 9 speed mobotfoldingbike

[@punyawatpringcha-um4924]

Bangkok and its vicinity: 1.Koh kret (เกาะเกร็ด) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXTQinSJedypaLs 2.Koh lad e tan (เกาะลัดอีแท่น) 3.Muang Boran Museum (เมืองโบราณ) www.muangboranmuseum.com/

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks!

[@RudyGold]

When do you guys go to changmai???

[@TwoWheelCruise]

We're there now ;)

[@RudyGold]

@@TwoWheelCruise nice 👍

[@mgreene888]

I feared for your channel once you left Japan - but this is very interesting. I have to admit I feel somewhat foolish for having a casual impression of Thailand as just a place for sex tourism, as it is portrayed in the western media. Kudos to you for showing the normal side of life - the tourist board should sponsor you. It looks like a very nice place - interesting to see full size cars and trucks too.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

It's unfortunate that Thailand gets that reputation, but there are a lot of different people who come here for different reasons. We came for the great cycling, food and weather :) It's been a lot of fun experiencing the differences coming from Japan.

[@roymarshall8801]

Hi Guys, how is must of the street food there?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Amazing!

[@uhuugyvenk9441]

Get it. Now.

[@maxx4511]

tour de alley

[@the.communist]

No choc milk in japan?😮😮

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Never saw it

[@mahmam3128]

Be careful of the dogs tho

[@cahal]

5:22 scooter on wrong side of road? Lol I guess :$

[@TwoWheelCruise]

There are no road rules here haha

[@walterreed8182]

The “fish windsock” is called Koinobori. Im surprised you don’t know that because you speak nihongo so well. Anyway I was a bit skeptical about your content once you left Japan. But you have removed all doubt. You and and your wife have made some good edits so far and have brought interesting content that i am enjoying very much. Get some MTB in when you get Chiang Mai!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! My Nihongo vocabulary for some things isn't that great, especially for words that don't come up in conversation. Glad to hear you're enjoying the new videos :)

[@junalberca361]

This really look like Philippines😂

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Nice!

[@naza0777]

unfortunately your arms covering third of the view and we miss lots of details on the side of the road.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

True, no arms would probably have been better for this kind of ride.

[@cashcashhsac]

your wife is super cool

[@TwoWheelCruise]

She sure is :)

[@markallentadifa8655]

Roads there are too narrow and it's more difficult when you use mountain bike with wide handlebar..dogs are the no1 enemy of a cyclist..I think it's fun going fishing in your balcony😊

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yeah, the wide handlebars would be rough.

[@Xubuntu47]

If you get bit by a dog, you should IMMEDIATELY go to a hospital and start a rabies series. This was uploaded some time after it was shot, long enough for you to be terminally ill by now. Since you're apparently still alive, it looks like you got lucky this time. Go to a doctor ASAP anyway; I'm not certain about that timing.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! It didn't draw blood, so I didn't worry about it too much. Should be more careful next time.

[@Xubuntu47]

@@TwoWheelCruise Hopefully no next time will happen, but please do be more careful. Get some accurate public health information about rabies in Thailand, and SE Asia in general. Random KZbin commenters may not be the best source LOL. But I was advised to get the shots during my first visit to Thailand in the 1980's. There was a barely visible scratch. As much as I dislike Japan's deadly policy towards stray animals, it probably cuts down on rabies.

[@MrGinie9]

Realy scared of those loose dogs,you’ll never know which one’s got rabies shot or not.Just be careful.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! We will be more careful

[@phungmoe2302]

Be careful guys! Welcome to real Asia! 😜

[@phungmoe2302]

lol i like the way u used Random. It is just No Planning whatsoever 🤣

[@phungmoe2302]

That is The giant Buddha statue of Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen temple. Finished not long ago. Nice!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! :)

[@peterwg725]

She can’t speak English? Why?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Because not everyone speaks English ;)

[@croccofanto]

I'm just sad to see the state of things in what could be paradise.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Slowly improving

[@มดแดง-ฃ3ข]

สุนัขจรจัดในก็น่าปวดหัวนะ

[@a.sarmiento5116]

You were bitten? Make sure you should be checked for rabies. There is no cure for that!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! We will be more careful

[@Cyclingbluenoser]

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