Thailand/Laos/China Tour 2025

[Franz]

Just watched #7, at 'Panda World' did you also drive through an open park where you could see them moving freely or was it just enclosures? What is the price of petrol there right now? Amazing trip, really!
And watching #8 too, i love to watch you riding that cobblestone twisty road. Well that trip was really something you all will remember your whole life....
One funny observation: Mike seems to be one of the 'indicators always on' guys 55555

 

[Heineken]

Just watched #7, at 'Panda World' did you also drive through an open park where you could see them moving freely or was it just enclosures? What is the price of petrol there right now? Amazing trip, really!
And watching #8 too, i love to watch you riding that cobblestone twisty road. Well that trip was really something you all will remember your whole life....
One funny observation: Mike seems to be one of the 'indicators always on' guys 55555

Yes they have large open enclosures at Panda World, however we only saw 1 Panda outside, due to the warmer weather...................because Pandas live in the colder climates in the mountains they like the air conditioned enclosures behind the glass, this keeps them more active aswell


Price of fuel was slightly cheaper than Thailand, about 33 baht per litre for 95 octane..............................one thing I didnt like was they make you get off your bike whilst refueling.


The "68 Curves Road" in China refers to the Old Kunyi Highway, a mountain road in Yiliang County, Yunnan province, featuring 68 hairpin turns along its 6.3-kilometer length. This road is known for its challenging and winding path, making it a feat of engineering and a popular route for cyclists and tourists.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• Location:
  The road is located in Yiliang County, which is part of Kunming, the capital of Yunnan province in southwestern China.
  
  
• Key Features:
  The road is characterized by its 68 hairpin turns, or switchbacks, which create a highly winding and challenging route up the mountain.
  
  
• Purpose:
  The road was built to connect two villages, Jinxing and Jinganshao, and has also become a popular tourist destination.
  
  
• Significance:
  The 68 Curves Road is celebrated as a testament to China's road-building capabilities and is admired for its scenic beauty and the challenges it presents to drivers and cyclists.
  
  
  
  Mike quite often rides with his "Hazard Lights On" to be more noticable and often hugs the centre line to try and keep oncoming traffic away from the rest of the group

 

[Franz]

Thanks Gavin for the detailed explanation about route '68 curves'.
Maybe they have you get off the bikes as Chinese smokers did give them some burnt pumps in the past, i know how stubborn they sometimes can be, had to go there for business frequently in the past.
55555 saw Mike's indicator light 'on' several times.