The SpiceRoads Cycling Blog

Learn Thai Before Your Tour

Learn Thai Before Your Tour

You definitely don't need to be fluent to bike through Thailand, but trust us—tossing out a few local phrases makes the whole adventure way more fun.

5 Epic Places Best Experienced by Bike

5 Epic Places Best Experienced by Bike

Saddle up for five unforgettable cycling adventures across the globe.

5 Must-try Treats From Our Destinations

5 Must-try Treats From Our Destinations

Discover five delicious, energy-boosting local sweets from our worldwide cycling destinations that make the perfect fuel for your immersive travel adventure.

What to Bring on a SpiceRoads Cycling Trip

What to Bring on a SpiceRoads Cycling Trip

Leave the packing anxiety behind and hit the road fully prepared with our essential gear guide for your next SpiceRoads cycling adventure.

New Climbing Notes For Road Cyclists

New Climbing Notes For Road Cyclists

Introducing "Climbing Notes," our new feature that blends AI and human expertise to give you clearer route difficulty breakdowns than standard elevation charts.

Trip Notes: Bhutan Heritage With Günter Kast

Trip Notes: Bhutan Heritage With Günter Kast

Travel journalist Günter Kast shares his experience exploring Bhutan's breathtaking landscapes and ancient Buddhist heritage by bicycle.

Your First Cycling Adventure: Why an E-Bike Is the Way to Go

Your First Cycling Adventure: Why an E-Bike Is the Way to Go

Could I actually ride that far? What if I can't keep up? That hesitation doesn't have to be the end of the story.

5 Must-Ride Road Cycling Trips in Thailand

5 Must-Ride Road Cycling Trips in Thailand

Here are five of our favourite road cycling trips in Thailand, ordered from entry-level to most challenging.

6 Wildlife Encounters You Might Have on Our Madagascar Adventures

6 Wildlife Encounters You Might Have on Our Madagascar Adventures

Sightings aren't always a sure thing but here are six of the world's most unique animals you might ever see on a bike tour.

Who Are SpiceRoads Cycling Guides

Who Are SpiceRoads Cycling Guides

While many picture cycling guides as hyper-fit, super-fast semi-pros, there's much more to being a guide at SpiceRoads.

What Makes Cycling the Andes Special

What Makes Cycling the Andes Special

Find out why this mountain range is a paradise for every kind of rider. From breathtaking ecosystems and rich indigenous cultures to challenging climbs.

Cycling to Discover Conservation in Central Thailand

Cycling to Discover Conservation in Central Thailand

Just outside of Bangkok lies another side of Thailand, shaped by river plains, coconut groves, and jungle-clad hills.