THIS IS MADNESS

[@justsomedude7556]

I love the Podium thermal bottles as well as the Camelbak thermal bottles....I live in Florida and they are required gear in the summer. Freeze about a 1/4 of the bottle and they remain cold for 2+ hours in 90F\32C temps. The best plan is the front bottle 25% frozen, the second bottle is 40%, and 60% on a third if you carry one, and you are good for cold liquid for 4 to 5 hours easy.

[@CyclingFan42069]

Hello here to support The Lawrence Appreciation Society

[@lojeda]

You can see how James is getting skinnier as the trip goes on, the effort and physical wear and tear is evident

[@kamolhengkiatisak1527]

It's not whisky, it's white spirit. The cheapest liquor in Thailand. It tastes similar to vodka, sojou etc. FYI Singha beer in brown bottle was introduced/produced into Thailand about 100 years ago using German recipe by King Rama VI court official Pirompakdi family ancestor. It was highly appreciated by both Thai and expat drinkers. Even though other local brand was introduced one after another but could not shake Singha's dominance and died away until Thai Beverages, the largest and most dominant liquor producer (mostly rum and white spirit) in Thailand, decided to partner with Carlberg to produce Carlberg brand locally to compete with Singha. It also resulted in a failure to challenge Singha. Both sides gradually drifted apart and Carlberg was eventually no longer produced locally. Before the final breakup, Thai Beverages introduced Chang (Elephant) beer in green bottle, which was much cheaper to gain market share from Singha. It was successful in a few years after heavy promotion and discounted price, and became No.1 seller. This was the reason that Carlberg decided to quit the Thai market as it seemed its Thai partner did not care to promote Carlberg anymore after Chang beer was successfully introduced. Singha did not give in and introduced Leo in brown bottle at the same price of Chang and it instantly became a success as well. Now, Chang and Leo are neck and neck, dominating local Thai beer market. Owners of Chang/rum/white spirit and Singha/Leo are Thai billionaires. Note: Alcohol sale is banned on religious holidays and the evening prior to general election day and the election day itself. On a regular day, alcohol sale is available from 11.00-14.00 and 17.00-24.00 at 7-11 and mini/super stores, Lotus or Big C. However, this is Thailand and you can always buy your favorite beer/liquor at a small convenient store in your village at all hours (if the store opens). Some shops stay open until 2 am on Friday and Saturday in some villages. Don't know why the police ignore those small shops selling alcohol at all hours. BTW, Chang/Leo in 325 ml can costs 38-40 baht at neighboring village stores but 39-40 baht at 7-11.

[@nicholascaldwell9005]

you going to join the cycle doctor for some miles

[@slyfondle1885]

9:05 Chapeau for the shot of James also matching the building! 😆

[@beermonster1234]

Living vicariously through you boys on my lunch break in an office in a cold UK! Loving the series

[@jinngeechia9715]

Had their fried crickets before. They are so good!

[@jasonbisson7940]

C'mon guys! Try one of the grubs for all of us at home living vicariously thru you. Better yet, make a gift of it! Pretty please!

[@buzzman4860]

The Stainless Podium bottles are awesome. I ride gravel and never lost one. James must use crappy cages. They are pretty easy to drink out of.

[@kevinlyon9501]

ha ha got Francis back with ice water, certainly pretty lucky with the people you meet.

[@lorikendrick1705]

Love you guys. You are all so witty and are having such a good time….again!!🤘🏼🤣😉

[@nalissa77]

Talk about a “grub feast”. Yowza. Strangely enough I think I’d try it. ;)

[@sazridesbikes]

Brings a smile every day 😊

[@deecarpenter5845]

Singhai beer, fried rice, suchi …and a wide variety of deep fried bugs … what more could you 3 want?! 😋 😜

[@scottbates1424]

Those insulated bottles work very well…especially if you have availability for periodic stops to top off with some additional ice

[@WolfmanAndy]

Can you show us how you mount the 360 to the front of your bike

[@SimonBorneman]

ik zit zo te genieten van jullie avontuur in Thailand gewoon super

[@darrelduke]

anyone notice that james brought at least 2 nato straps on the trip? what a character.

[@martynstokes9289]

You lads look like your having a great time better then the USA

[@Tyrell63]

One request (or question): could you both present what kind of cameras you are using, which kind of transport etc... When Im doing my videos, I have my insta Go3 on my helmet and the control pod on the handlebar. B ut Im sure you are using more than 1 camera....curious to know which ones (would be good to know before my next trips in Malaysia and Japan in April

[@jimpeyton1459]

Good stuff LC .... looking at that Insta 360 for the Triple Bypass Ride in Colorado in July

[@CyclingWithDan]

When are you planning to arrive in Phuket? You should ride up the Big Buddha climb to end the trip

[@maxlloyd3740]

Great vid Lawrence! Did you you ride to the market ? Didn't see you in the car with Francis and James! 😯

[@bbikerlawrence]

Yes I did, few extra KM’s

[@ianthomas3155]

Suncream on 20 mins before you go outside Lawrence. Trust me, I'm Australian.

[@donwell03]

Hope, someday you ride in Philippines. I suggest these 3 islands, Cebu, Bohol and Siquijor. Located in Central Part of the Philippines.

[@BikepackingAdventures]

Was there any point on James bringing a jersey for this trip? 😅

[@belverticale]

Ha...the insulated Podium bottles do work but in SE Asia's humidity it means your drink stays cool for half an hour instead of five minutes.

[@the_rzh]

The Camelbak Podium Chill is pretty useless in Texas heat. The more expensive Podium Ice works decently well. I have one of the new metal bottles, but I need new bottle cages for it as it doesn't fit the carbon fiber cages I have now.

[@reginallld5151]

What’s the decision behind the wahoo over its competitors? I’m undecided on what to go for but I like the idea of buttons

[@bbikerlawrence]

I had too many problems with Garmin but truth is problems remain with both. All are over priced and problematic in their own way.

[@reginallld5151]

​@@bbikerlawrence thanks sir! loving the content, you boys and your wild adventures have inspired me to book my first bike packing trip to the Balkans this summer!

[@iancollins6104]

@9.15 What is the ELEMNT feedback after the ride ? 'How was your ELEMNT today?' Beta testing software feature ?

[@yewnammak750]

Lychee….. cheers !!!! Mate

[@michaelbuna9539]

Did you guys pre book the hotels or just ride into a town and find something????

[@Thequakeroats]

More Fun Thai language facts: the A in Singha beer is silent, pronounced “Beer Sing”. What kind of spd shoes are you boys wearing? They look easy to walk around in. I look like a duck waddling around my spd-sl shimanos. And on top of that, the cleats get ruined fairly quickly after a bit of walking.

[@cityslacker6221]

they are using two bolt spd shoes. normally used in gravel, XC and mountain biking. I know James uses Lake shoes, not sure about Francis or Lawrence.

[@maxhuber5161]

Let me know when you in Bangkok and I will organize a free Thai massage at 8 Elements Spa in Sukhumvit 39 to experience another Thai culture must do, see you in Bangkok.

[@takenbycars1]

next stop should be The Philippines, Do a “Luzon Loop” then go down south island hoping till Cebu Or Siargao

[@michaelhayward7572]

Yabbutt, the food just aint even close....

[@irfuel]

@@michaelhayward7572 Talking about the insects?

[@michaelhayward7572]

@@irfuel nah. Food in general.

[@spieler440]

Does anyone know what jersey james has???

[@BikePappy]

Café du Cycliste

[@spieler440]

@@BikePappy thank you 🙏

[@grahames9228]

Might pass on eating bugs.