Jonathan Fairfield Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Round the world UK cyclist, 21, is not worried about accidents in Thailand Image: Krobkruakao.com A young female cyclist pedaling around the world told Thai media she is not worried about having an accident in the kingdom. Because Alex, 21, says she always keeps to the edge of the road. Krobkruakao.com found her cycling with her possessions on the back along the scenic route next to the Mae Ping River in Tak province in Thailand's north west. The media said tourists were usually in large groups so their attention was alerted to the lone cyclist who they said was very pretty. Alex told them she left the UK two months ago and had been to Europe, America and Australia and had now turned her attention to Asia. She said she manages to do about 100 kilometers a day though progress recently had been slowed due to the monsoon season. She always receives a great reception wherever she goes, she said. She added that she was not concerned about accidents as she keeps to the side of the road. She plans to complete her round the world trip in a total of about 5 to 6 months and will then return to the UK. Thaivisa notes that a round the world cyclist on the Thai roads last year was wiped out by a large truck on the Friendship Highway. -- © Copyright Thai Visa News 2017-09-11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksidedog Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 You would only need to worry if the country had any rapists, thieves or murderers running about, or dangerous and reckless drivers on the roads. I hope she has some lucky amulets on her handlebars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worgeordie Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 She should be worried,even the edge of the road is not safe,when you have motorbikes and even cars, trucks coming towards you,on your side of the road. regards worgeordie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckamuck Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 (edited) Quote A young female cyclist pedaling around the world told Thai media she is not worried about having an accident in the kingdom. That's what they all say Edited September 11, 2017 by canuckamuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweatalot Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 (edited) UK cyclist, 21, is not worried about accidents in Thailand Ignorance is a bliss - it can protect against worry Edited September 11, 2017 by sweatalot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemonltr Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Totally naive about Thailand's roads. If I recall correctly the Chilean cyclist was wiped out by an impatient driver of a pick up truck which was 'undertaking' in the same hard shoulder At court the wife told the judge that this was illegal and got the reply " Oh! Everybody does that" She then said "Thailand is cursed" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impulse Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 (edited) Round the world UK cyclist, 21, is not worried about accidents in Thailand Edited September 11, 2017 by impulse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigt3365 Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 6 minutes ago, Father Fintan Stack said: So many cyclists are killed here it is quite remarkable. She is incredibly naive and stupid if she is not worried. Killing people on the roads is one of the areas where Thailand truly excels. Two British cyclist killed on the Thai leg of their round the world trip: http://www.samuitimes.com/two-british-cyclist-killed-thai-leg-round-world-trip/ Australian cyclist killed in Ayutthaya: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/detail/breakingnews/30317539 AROUND THE WORLD CYCLIST KILLED IN THAILAND: http://www.richardbarrow.com/2015/02/around-the-world-cyclist-killed-in-thailand/ Etc. Agreed. And impossible to provide all the links for Thai cyclists that have been killed. The roads here are very dangerous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluespunk Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 1 hour ago, Jonathan Fairfield said: A young female cyclist pedaling around the world told Thai media she is not worried about having an accident in the kingdom. Because Alex, 21, says she always keeps to the edge of the road. She'll learn. Hopefully by observation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornishcarlos Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 So she has done Europe, America and Australia in 2 months !! No wonder she's not worried, should only take her 2 days to cycle all round Thailand... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluespunk Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, Jonathan Fairfield said: The media said tourists were usually in large groups so their attention was alerted to the lone cyclist who they said was very pretty. And that matters, because... Edited September 11, 2017 by Bluespunk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impulse Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Dangerous as the roads are, the way the numbers work out is that she has (for example) a 1 in 100,000 chance of being killed on Thai roads instead of a 1 in 250,000 chance on safer roads. Fatalities are reported on the basis of deaths per billion km traveled. Her odds are pretty good. But I wouldn't let my kid do it. Godspeed to her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave67 Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 (edited) I recall the last round the world cyclist got flattened by a rolling pick-up whilst riding his bike in Thailand Edited September 11, 2017 by Dave67 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebo Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 With all my heart I wish her an always safe ride, and a happy, joyful and healthy journey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluespunk Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 51 minutes ago, Dave67 said: I recall the last round the world cyclist got flattened by a rolling pick-up whilst riding his bike in Thailand So did the article. 2 hours ago, Jonathan Fairfield said: Thaivisa notes that a round the world cyclist on the Thai roads last year was wiped out by a large truck on the Friendship Highway. Hope she doesn't see it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dotpoom Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 2 hours ago, darksidedog said: You would only need to worry if the country had any rapists, thieves or murderers running about, or dangerous and reckless drivers on the roads. I hope she has some lucky amulets on her handlebars. At least in this country she can get her hands on "lucky amulets". What's she going to do when she hits the countries we all come from.(or do those types not exist there)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connda Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Because Alex, 21, says she always keeps to the edge of the road. Unfortunate for Alex, what she doesn't understand are the lines on Thai roads don't mean anything, and vehicles routinely will swerve back and forth across lanes and will drive on 'the edge of the road' right along with bikes and motorcycles, and let's not forget that cars, trucks, and motorcycles routinely drive on the 'edge of the road' when driving the wrong way down highways and one-way streets. Hopefully the young lass doesn't find out the hard way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamNoone88 Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Be afraid, be very, very afraid ...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorG Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 It would be better to do this interview at the end of her tour. Stay safe lassie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard_smith237 Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 (edited) Not the sharpest of responses in recognition of Thailand's second highest global road mortality stats. While the chances are low, when compared to most other countries the statistics and recent history both show that she should have concerns and apply extra vigilance, especially by not traveling in the evenings (in the dark etc) and avoiding major high-ways etc. Keeping to the edge of the road alone is not 'sufficient' vigilance against getting mowed down by a careless and ignorant day-dreaming idiot.... Rear View Mirror, even rear-facing Radar would aid vigilance an make the journey a little safer. Good luck to here, I feel her response is more of 'fingers crossed and hope for the best' rather than a genuine evaluation of the risks involved. Edited September 11, 2017 by richard_smith237 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spermwhale Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Actually all over the world edge of the road is no longer safe as more and more motorists are reading and sending chats while driving. There's been a serious uptick in traffic accidents and deaths worldwide in the last two years after decades of falling death and accident rates. I hope she stays safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borzandy Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 2 hours ago, worgeordie said: She should be worried,even the edge of the road is not safe,when you have motorbikes and even cars, trucks coming towards you,on your side of the road. regards worgeordie She doesn't know she is about to commit suicide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franklnooner Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 She should be worried I give her a 50/50 chance of making it out without incident 100% chance of she has an incident they will flee the scene TIT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smileydude Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 (edited) I wish her a safe journey without the ridicule. I hope she is street smart as I'm just as concerned for her personal safety as her road safety. Maybe the TAT can do a story on her experiences in Thailand and have an ambulance follow her with flashing sirens. Edited September 11, 2017 by smileydude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klauskunkel Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 ... and hope she has medical insurance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinneil Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Well i hope she is able to stay safe on the roads here. To say she is not worried is crazy, i was not worried riding my motorbike on the dual carriageway. There is no side of the road out of bounds here, i am going that way so <deleted> u get out of my way. Now i am paraplegic,. because of a clown going the wrong way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DipStick Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 15 minutes ago, Borzandy said: She doesn't know she is about to commit suicide. I always believed suicide was premeditated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zyphodb Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 I wish her all the best & hope she makes it safely, I've been riding m/bikes for six years here & generally refer to the inside lane, where we're supposed to ride as the "death" lane.. I ride in the middle of the next lane out despite the occasional fine from the BIB for doing so as it gives you more room to get out of the way of the others, I also try to always assume that every car, truck, bus M/bike or pedestrian come to that are consciously trying to kill you, it's safer that way..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just1Voice Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Ride a bike on the roads in Thailand? Maybe from my moo bahn to the 7-11, 200 meters down the road, at 4:00 in the morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim cortesos Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 You gotta be good..or your dead..must see it first..Brave gal....good luck...have a great ride....rock on.. hehehe..i recently went down with the ice cream o lady on a vespa like bike. she was giving me a ride....she lost it a left turn. we went down on the tarmac...just a slight scrap on me....so funny....made my day..she refused payment,,,I insisted she take 15thb...so funny Thailand.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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