Singapore by Brompton | Seletar to Changi: Birds, pigs, tigers and giant cannons (騎小步探索新加坡東北岸)

Join Richard on his trusty Brompton as he explores Singapore’s north-east coastline and delves into the history of places along the way.
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[@Pemma200]

I learn about my own country from your videos. 😉

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

That's great!

[@medzen61]

My father owned a poultry farm along Track 1, Punggol Road too many years ago. Our neighbors had pig farms, farms supplying eggs, and there was, at one time, an attempt at growing tobacco plants. I missed the old days of cycling to school along muddy paths alongside mangrove swamps, cutting through lalang fields, getting chased by dogs as I helped bring papayas harvested from our trees to a nearby wholesaler. During my NS days, I was posted to the old Outward Board School on Pulau Ubin, so going to Punggol End was a daily affair. The old seafood restaurants there that were so crowded in the evenings was where we waited for the bumboat to bring the staff over to the island. Thanks for your very informative and well-produced videos.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@leeedward4399]

A huge thank you, Richard. This is a rare treat for me - I lived in Seletar airbase until 1963. It was still under the Brits at the time. I fondly remember Saturday afternoon matinees at the cinema because we all had to stand up before the actual movie when they played “God Save The Queen” anthem.....yep, I lived through three flags / anthems. Thank you again. 😃🤓🥳

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

You're welcome!

[@eireu8798]

I watched all of your Singapore videos back in mid 2022 (still keeping up with your latest uploads) and I'm still slowly exploring the places you've documented during your time here. Your videos of Singapore, while relatively recent, carries a sense of nostalgia. At times, I wonder if you would ever produce videos exploring the history of the places of interest I've visited, had you still been in Singapore! On topic, my latest short exploration was of Changi, including the Johore Battery which is currently inaccessible, probably due to the lack of a tenant. Also, a new F&B area opened up just a hundred metres away last week. Thanks for your videos again!

[@smj7246]

That’s a lot of work, setting up those cycling shots. 👍

[@jinngeechia9715]

Seletar is always full of hobbyist activity. The road cyclists attempting their TT of the inner loop. The birders with their huge lenses. Then if you are an aviation geek, the flying club with their model aeroplane in a small area as well as real piloting.

[@alvinlim7364]

if i recall correctly, the owner of Sheng Shiong was a pig farmer. and also the Hay Dairy Farm owners were given subsidies to switch from pig farming to goat farming.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Good info. Thanks!

[@MrEric5452]

During 1980, I rode my BMX to Punggol from Bedok. You are right with this place.

[@tinateh]

My great-granddad had a pig farm in Punggol, one of many in the Catholic Teochew community back in the later half of the 1800s.

[@TamMahd]

Good ones Mate !!!(I meant all your other videos as well). Jiayou !!!

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Glad you like them!

[@mkwok111]

Richard, I'm a Singaporean brought up in Singapore but have lived in the UK for many years now. Your vlogs are my goto place for a nostalgia hit. I can remember going to some of those beaches to swim when I was little. I've never seen or heard of the cliffs though. Many thanks for that gem. I regret my history lessons at my Singapore schools did not focus much on South East Asia. Certainly not on the Japanese occupation. Perhaps it was still too recent and painful at that time. Appreciate your research and sharing with us. Love all your videos, not least the bits about food. After all, I'm still Singaporean, right? Btw I didn't know there are so many cycle paths. I'm taking my Brompton next time I go.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks. That means a lot.

[@walniw]

Morning Richard, thanks for another informative video and history lesson. Appreciate the hard work that went through all your videoing, going back and forth to place your camera stand, cycle passed and returning to collect it. One shot was taken like opposite the drain and I went “wow”. I also appreciate the research you did for the historical information. Many vloggers just simply video what they eat and get thousand of views and subscribers, you definitely deserve more than that. Keep up the good work. 加油！

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks. I agree I deserve more subscribers. Haha!

[@bfrendang]

A cup of tea and Hikelopedia on a Saturday morning...can't beat it.

[@jianxiongRaven]

the soundtrack you used very peacefull and cleansing to my mind

[@94picton]

Another gem thank you Richard. We can't wait to be able to visit Singapore again and explore some of these green areas you have shown us. Loved the birds too. Brilliant vid. Bye from Oz

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@soonteelee4199]

Another quality video with good history contents. I have been enjoying your video. Appreciate your hard work put in the research. Looking forward to your next video.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thank you!

[@lawrenzhuang9748]

Hi Richard, as always, well researched and produced video. Looking forward to more of such wonderful productions. Keep them coming!

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Many thanks!

[@AmbientWalking]

Thank you for sharing your journeys with everyone on KZbin! Really appreciate your point of view on things.

[@FarzanasLaw]

PERFECTION!!!!

[@richnbel1]

Well done video. Informative and well shot.

[@16piece53]

Always looking forward to this every Saturday morning!

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@yxxxn687]

I have been staying in Punggol for 19 years and I love this! 👍🏻

[@ndelinna3945]

Good morning dear friend .for the first time i come to your channel .thankyou for a sharing and i like it so mush 🤝💖💖👍🏻👍🏻

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks for visiting

[@jyeoteowhee3784]

Hello Richard Thank you for an informative videos on Singapore. I looked forward to your videos every saturdays

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Happy to hear that!

[@aidenkuan9047]

Props to this guy for teaching me more about my country!!

[@motivationchampion6642]

Wonderful video!

[@jajr.08]

Im not even from SG but I really enjoy watching your videos. appreciate the great effort you put in making your content and presentation :)

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

I appreciate that!

[@aepmath]

I run on most of trail route that you shared.

[@TheSkskitey]

Another very entertaining vlog . Looks like Singapore would be good for cycling tours , i will keep it in mind on my next visit . Porridge with WHAT , i think i will pass on that :-)

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

It's rice porridge - a very Asian thing! I've been here too long! Hahaha!

[@dkj6946]

I used to serve my NS at Seletar (West Camp) in the 90s, it was very different and haunted. Lots of memories though

[@ahboonzofsaikongclan5335]

Watching with my kids again. Great video again!

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks again!

[@licheng23]

Thanks for the info on the big farm, always learn something from your videos👍

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks!

[@desmondfung7886]

Richard, guess what . I’ve found lazing in bed on weekend morning watching your video a great way to calm myself down & to find peace. While still stimulating my mind with the historical information provided about places in Singapore. Truly enjoy your videos!

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks.

[@anitaseman3137]

Did you know that old punggol road will turned into heritage trail by npark? It will pass through SIT and punggol digital district up to punggol settlement. Keep up the good work 👏

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

I did see something about that.

[@reyskidude]

04:17 haha.. this like the Lamp Post 1 equivalent of Brompton riders. have a pic of my Racing Green single speed hanging on the sign by the seat... also never changed the original saddle on mine for 5 years, good to see it still holds up well more than 2x longer

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Haha! That's funny!

[@kokweichoo7166]

a fun fact : Along the punggol road which u are talking about , the original bus stop still standing there with the bus number

[@Dr_Rig]

Really enjoyed that. Great work! I always learn something from your videos. I know how much time and work it takes to pull together a blog post. I can imagine your videos take even more work and you always hit the Saturday. Fantastic!

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks!

[@hardhang]

good one, Richard

[@carisacar]

JK accessories for Brompton are the best. Looking forward to your Brompton getting jazzed up. Another great video.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks!

[@kc-st]

Thanks for your wonderful videos. Btw, some of the places you visited are also know for paranormal activities! Perhaps that would add a new dimension to your exploration :)

[@ianpolo5673]

Punggol area used to be a magical place with its peace, vast reclaim lands that became grass fields for many years. Even the Punggol road was a joy to ride or drive on then. Now it just lost this special magical feeling, thanks to urbanisation.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Yes. Green space getting less and less.

[@samasan7027]

Alot of memories especially certain place that i trained together with our unsung comrades. One day need to bring my part timer monster visited those place .

[@Potomacstud]

This man is superb

[@jayasenapg]

nice watching this video along with my breakfast, the porridge look very tempting.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

It was good!

[@AkhiZakariah]

Awesome video while eating my breakfast.. happy wksend ..

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thank you! You too!

[@sendtodenise5778]

Hi Richard I love your videos and love to follow your trail. From your videos, can see that your rides are smooth and safe. I would love to bring my kid along too. Could you add a map route along with your video or in your description please. Denise

[@kev1992]

Nooo!! i live in seletar and this was my only chance to cycle and meet you in person 😭😭 anyways, i really enjoy your videos, they are so pleasant and informative, please don't ever stop making them! 😊👍

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Next time!

[@jadelpg]

Thank for your video. My neighbor told me that few of the residents staying at Sengkang and Punggol area are descendants of the owners who used to own pigs farm in Punggol. Also thank you for introducing Coney Island. Also beware of the monkeys. 😬

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Interesting! I am fully aware of what monkeys are like!

[@tobyteng7522]

Hi Richard, I just saw you on the evening news! You're famous!

[@JajobaGasoil]

quote from wikipedia "In early 1942, the Johore Battery was employed in the Allied artillery bombardment of Johor Bahru" It went into action... but nothing can stop the invasion.

[@evelynlim1867]

thank you teacher Richard for your video and sharing ..heheh

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Any time

[@Vildeken]

Note to self: check Richard's for background facts and history before going on a next bike ride or hike. Definitely will revisit the punggol area again after seeing this one. Thanks!!!

[@kyawlwinphyo88]

Hi Richard, Ur Singapore by Brompton series is really interesting and inspire me to go around Singapore on a bicycle. Can you please share the route that you explored as well?

[@limxuanyi5398]

Happy that you got a sponsor

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Me too!

[@viok2932]

Good morning Richard!

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Morning!

[@loocheek]

Huang Hong Ji Porridge is nice. Next time you are around here, you can try Sin Heng Kee at Hougang. They serve very very good porridge and also nice claypot frog legs.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks for the tip!

[@jinngeechia9715]

You know it is an "old" road when the bus stop shelter harks back to the late 1980s to 1990s and there is moss growing on the roof. At 19:14

[@sausageboy112]

Nice soundtrack mate

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks

[@jeannaloe1868]

Great stuff as always Richard! I can really appreciate this episode cos I was riding there recently. One question. I noticed you used a bike chain lock for your Brompton at Coastal Settlement. May I ask which one you use (or would recommend) and carry around, and whether you are fastidious about how it is locked? I ride solo quite a lot, and can imagine sometimes having a lock is useful. Any tips will be much appreciated.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

It's just a super cheap one from Decathlon. I never really leave my bike outdoors for any period of time. Usually only if it's in a quiet place (like Coastal Settlement) or just for a few minutes. Not a good idea at all. If it's in the city I fold it up and take it indoors with me.

[@2jasdream]

Thank you once again for such great content. I am hoping for @decathalonsg to sponsor you too.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Haha! I wish!

[@karthik448]

Hey Richard.. awesome as always.. Just a suggestion - is it possible to show a small map overlay in the video when you stop and talk about a particular place of interest? I think a route map would add an extra layer of information to those interested. Keep up the amazing work!

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks. I usually do that as I use a GPS on all my adventures. But I had to film a couple of parts of this one on another day so it's difficult to combine the records.

[@jjyf78]

Like you video so much! Very informative! Feeling like Had a history lesson always. Once again, thank you Richard.💕

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

My pleasure!

[@michaelgbk1]

Fyi, there is another postwar structure at 1.384082,103.984203. Right on top of the hill.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks, but a bit difficult to access, I think. Unless I sign up for the army!

[@benjamintan9996]

Hi Richard, the old head of mathematics from Nanyang Univeristy (now NTU) mentioned that Tan Lark Sye was chased out of Singapore by the PAP government who had his citizenship cancelled in 1963 for his alleged communist sympathies. He may have been buried abroad in China. Bear in mind that we were still combating a communist insurgency at the time.

[@Ccb88888]

If you ask me- the Cold War didn’t end- it just paused. There are still nasty communist regimes out there.....

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Another viewer actually told me where it is. It's in Singapore, but I haven't gone to look yet.

[@yapster804]

Decathlon should sponsor you!

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

I agree!

[@1changi]

Well researched video. My dad served with the RAF until the British withdrew. Used to enjoy bathing with Lux soap bought from the NAAFA which was strictly for the RAF personnel. I was trained as a clerk with the School of Manpower in Seletar Camp in the late 70s. But, I think the buildings were demolished. Could not locate it when I searched for them.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thanks for sharing!

[@4o0l63]

Think you should check out Admiralty Park. I was impressed by the slides over there

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Sounds like fun!

[@norishamshamsudin448]

Nice video. I knew that you did alone. How many times did you drive stop and turn back to collect again your camera?

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

A lot. I lost count!

[@okuanwai]

I saw the Logo that we designed for our client - Bulan Direct !!!

[@s0me1usaw]

16:15 oh thats how that place looks on the inside...... always passed by it but did not bother to enter..... hm maybe

[@jjyf78]

Wow that was really early! Good morning Richard!

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Morning! It was.

[@kelvgan]

Nice edition Richard! The best possibly! I really like this adventure! Some stunnjng sceneries and locations within! Superb inputs and knowhow plus so much info i think many locals and younger generations do not know about! Thanks for putting so much effort to put all together! Really like it! Seletar has abit of me in my younger days too. I hope you do another Brompton overdrive in future...upgrades to yours ideally! Maybe next time you can ride from upper serangoon all the way to tanjong pagar at the heart of Spore! See your next video soon! And the channel 8 cameo!🙏👍❤👌💪

[@starchiron8269]

@Brompton should sponsor you a new bike!

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

I wholeheartedly agree!

[@epiworks]

Been watching your video many times, i wonder how do you shoot the video while you ride alone ? you just leave the camera , ride the bike and go back to get the camera ?

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Correct. Just me and a tripod.

[@ROCLIFER]

Your words at 3:40: It’s a pretty pleasant place to be! ( Can you say it 5 times in a row?) Looks like this might be said of Singapore itself. Not sure when I’ll be back for a visit, but if you included a map of your rambles that would be helpful to retrace your route. Thank you for an interesting ride. By the way, can I buy a Brompton in Taiwan?

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

You can. Lane and Trip in Taipei. That's where I got mine from.

[@frontalwind]

Hi Richard, Can I check what is the enchanting tune that you use for this video? The guitar music is very relaxing.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

All the music I use is from the KZbin Audio Library. This one is called "Checkmate" by Nathan Moore.

[@frontalwind]

@@AsiaHikelopedia Lovely music! Thank you for sharing.

[@peterding4958]

Just wondering if you could post a small map of your route that you have taken. That would be useful for people like me who wishes to explore the same places.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

I do when it's possible, but this video was filmed over two days because of weather.

[@narm4]

Hi sir, can I check what is your bike model and how much is it? Your bike seem to be foldable yet it seem you can travel long distance around Singapore without breaking a sweat.

[@jjyf78]

Coney Island used to have a yellow cow roaming around happily on the island since it had been opened to public on 2015....…... but sadly it has been died after the health screening by AVA!! 😓😢

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Yes, I considered mentioning the cow, but thought it was a mooooooot point!

[@kamarul2411able]

Hi Richard, I'm Kamarul from Malaysia. When I first discovered your channel, I didn't pay much attention since I'm not into hiking or mountaineering, but recently, you had turned your channel into travelling, urban exploration and history-focus. I love history and always fascinate by your story telling on Singapore rich colonial heritage i.e. Changi coastal line, nutmeg etc. Today videos is one of the best. Keep exploring. Wish to visit Singapore again after the pandemic. Let me know anything I can do to support this channel. Thanks

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Thank you!

[@wolf8900]

This is british island 65 years ago

[@RayzLeeKL]

Maybe if u can include a map of the places you are featuring... Will be useful for many... Local and foreigners.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

I do normally, but weather meant I filmed this one over two days. And I have no idea how to combine the GPS.

[@RayzLeeKL]

@@AsiaHikelopedia I guess it might be better if you can just add a google map screenshot and mark the place of interest with paint/powerpoint/photoshop. GPS is not needed. Hope this helps... ;) keep up the excellent work!

[@kaoxingren608]

Seletar, local said sir-li-da

[@jrukawa11]

You must have ran back to take the go-pro about 100 times

[@djunior874]

Do I detect a twinge of Australian or Kiwi in your accent? I can't tell whether it's 100% northern English or if there's something else in there? (This is coming from a Brit!)

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

I have spent a bit of time in both countries (but not long enough to pick up the accent) You must be a southerner if your consider the West Midlands north! Haha!

[@djunior874]

@@AsiaHikelopediaah I see! haha yes you got me, I'm a Londoner!!

[@ThatMevely]

269a my cousin house

[@jonathanlee5520]

Video

[@dylanho8608]

有鸟，就有鸟人。

[@gotmyonu1027]

The changi hospital...is haunted... Richard, you can make a vlog on it.

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

You can't go in!

[@gotmyonu1027]

@@AsiaHikelopedia probably locked for a reason..... Don't let the ghost out 🤣🤣🤣

[@Ethanolic]

Would be nicer if there are subtitles 🥳

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

For English you can switch on CC. I'm sorry, but I don't have the resources to do Chinese subs at the moment.

[@matinkamal]

14:19 - where is this? :O

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

Pasir Ris

[@matinkamal]

@@AsiaHikelopedia Oh right, it's the landed housings at Elias

[@SuccessforLifester]

Looks like you have a 'big gun' in the thumbnail

[@sfbluestar]

16:10 How much does that meal with beer cost you?

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

It was pretty expensive. The beer and the mushrooms were both $15 so $30 total.

[@sfbluestar]

@@AsiaHikelopedia Haha I thought so.... but sure looks good.

[@mouselim72]

Richard, for different takes of the same scene, to avoid the abrupt transition from one scene to another, change the angle and it'll appear as if seamless... try it :)

[@jrukawa11]

Prefer birds and bees

[@SingaporeRealEstateHiFi]

witty episode