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For a good cause
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 02/03/2017
» The school of Ban Phu Khem is less than 200km from Bangkok, merely 76km or so from downtown Phetchaburi. However, it is worlds apart from schools in urban areas.
Subterranean biking
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 23/02/2017
» Kanchanaburi is a huge province, the third biggest after Chiang Mai and Nakhon Ratchasima. Although the provincial capital seems close to Bangkok, its western boundary extends all the way to the border with Myanmar. Despite the fact that I have been to Kanchanaburi so many times over the past 26 years as a journalist and have seen more of the province than many of its natives, I would not say I know Kanchanaburi inside out.
Rugged riders
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 16/02/2017
» The legendary Pong Din Dam trail has long been on my must-go-ride list, so long that I almost forgot about it. Recently, however, after finding time to review the long list (yes, I actually have it on my computer) I decided it's time to cross this one off.
Waterfalls and friendly dogs
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 09/02/2017
» Kui Buri National Park is made up of forest-covered mountainous terrain that runs along the border between the western part of Prachuap Khiri Khan and southern Myanmar. The park is widely known for its large herds of wild elephants and guars that can often be spotted not far from its headquarters. But there's another attraction this piece of forest has long been famous for, among a smaller group of people.
Know thy neighbour
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 19/01/2017
» Samut Sakhon, a neighbour of Bangkok to the west, is one of the country's smallest provinces. It has only three districts: Muang, Krathum Ban and Ban Phaeo. The last, located on the west of the Tha Chin River, which flows through the coastal province before it drains into the Gulf of Thailand, is the only one that does not directly connect to the capital or a major highway.
Ride up and enjoy the coffee!
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 05/01/2017
» If a cup of caffè latte in the morning never fails to keep you awake and happy the whole day, this "coffee mountain" in Nan province is probably an ideal place for your first ride of the new year.
Trail to the mysterious waterfall
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 22/12/2016
» These days, it wouldn't be a surprise if a 24-hour convenience store, or even a community mall, pops up in your neighbourhood. But what if it's a waterfall, a big natural waterfall? That would be a different story.
The evolution of a track
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 15/12/2016
» Like life itself, bike trails evolve, but probably none in Thailand has seen more transformation than Hua Hin's Wall Ride Track.
Feeling the need for speed in Hong Kong
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 08/12/2016
» Hong Kong has more mountains than Victoria Peak, that famous place every first-time visitor to the territory must go to enjoy the spectacular view of the skyscraper forests on both sides of Victoria Harbour. If you don't consider yourself an ordinary tourist but a mountain biker, remember this name: Tai Mo Shan.
Honouring Dad
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 05/12/2016
» As far back as I could remember Dec 5, the birthday of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, has always been considered the National Father's Day. Today is the first time in the lives of millions of Thais to observe this important occasion without the beloved royal father figure.