Ha ha! Take that Bangkok!

Conquered! Finally with enough bravery (and maybe stupidity) I made a real intercity bike ride through the chaos of Bangkok. Traffic was admittedly a bit lighter today because of the Songkran holiday exodus but mostly to my advantage was the increased comfortability and confidence that comes with all the Asian riding I’ve already done.
All said and done, it was nothing, but I am proud of myself; as silly as that sounds.
Got soaking wet, of course, but had a ton of fun with it. I love riding a bike during Songkran, its arguably the best way to experience it all and my god do all the kids (and adults) love it when you come by.
So I have my ticket to Aranyaprathet and will get in this evening for a nights stay and then my first journey into Cambodia. The mystery of a new country is pretty exciting.
Hung out the rest of my time with all the people at Refill and had another memorably terrific stay. Told them “see ya again in July!”; just can’t get rid of me I guess.
There are a few camo wearing army guards outside the train station with ridiculous looking antennas sticking out of their helmets and assault rifles at the ready. I’d take a picture to show you but…ya.
Well, write everyone later!

14.Apr.09 South East Asia 2009