OmegaRacer Posted December 26, 2017 Share Posted December 26, 2017 Hi Hope some of you guys can give me some advice. I recently went on a bike trip through Nan and absolutely loved the roads up there. I live in Chachoengsao and as far as roads go, it's the opposite of Nan. I also liked the quiet and relaxed atmosphere and generally had a very good feeling. I admit, I only stayed few days so I most likely saw only the nice bits. That's why I'm here asking for your thoughts. How's life up there? As a motorcycle enthusiast I know I would love to live close to those amazing roads, but what about the rest? I had a quick look at the available properties in and around Nan, but to my surprise only found very few for sale. Do you have any links you can share about properties in Nan province? Is the immigration office relaxed like the rest of the province? Any problems there? Is paddy fields burning a problem like in Chiang Mai? Anything important I should know? Thanks for your help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhys Posted December 26, 2017 Share Posted December 26, 2017 Well it may be too quiet for you and your lifestyle. Service for your bike might be a challenge. However, a slower pace of life seems to be what you are looking for so do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OmegaRacer Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 Thanks, I haven't thought about the service. Fortunately, I'm pretty handy with tools and can do most of the ordinary maintenance myself. I guess the closest Triumph dealer is in Chiang Mai....need to check that. As for lifestype, slow and quiet is what I like. I have plenty of hobbies and interests to last 2 lifetimes. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Briggsy Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 There is a big bike enthusiasts' club attached to one of the coffee shops in the centre of Nan. They also rent out Honda Waves. Can't remember the name of it. Consider Phrae as a compromise. More commercial activity = more services available, still great roads, nearer to centres of population. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OmegaRacer Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 Is the coffee shop called Wee Wee? We stopped there for a very nice lunch and there were a few bikers there. Phrae would be nice too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckamuck Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 Strangely enough there is a large, brand new, Triumph dealership in Chiang Rai Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OmegaRacer Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 1 hour ago, canuckamuck said: Strangely enough there is a large, brand new, Triumph dealership in Chiang Rai It's a sign from heaven! ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my friend I Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 Check at the banks for real estate. Immigration very relaxed. Take your time have a chat. Smoke is bad for about four months. Lots of Bangkok tourists especially cold season. Aggressive drivers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1FinickyOne Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 I liked Nan Province too... As any place in Thailand, spend some time. Get to know some locals and see how you like it in a year. Smoke will surely blow over from CM CR - - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardColeman Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 My school teacher wife is from Nan. I have been there a few times. Nice place. VERY VERY QUIET and cool weather at times. Personally I would not locate there. It's not like a nice quiet version of Westernized Pattaya. It woefully short of anything falang. You wont be going out to eat in many European eateries or watching undubbed movies there. But if your happy with the quiet THAI town life then yes, live there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8OA8 Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 On 27/12/2017 at 7:09 AM, OmegaRacer said: Thanks, I haven't thought about the service. Fortunately, I'm pretty handy with tools and can do most of the ordinary maintenance myself. I guess the closest Triumph dealer is in Chiang Mai....need to check that. As for lifestype, slow and quiet is what I like. I have plenty of hobbies and interests to last 2 lifetimes. ? Visit the large Shell gas station in the middle of town, the owner is a big bike enthusiast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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