The rides:
Khao Yai Tieng (KYT) is easily one of the most beautiful—and let’s be honest, most challenging—hashes of the year. Its unique topography features a dramatic ridge running down from the top of the mountain, with a pumped storage reservoir sitting proudly at the peak. Add in the 12 massive wind turbines that line the ridge, sweeping down toward the plateau near Friendship Highway and the Laem Takong reservoir, and you've got quite the scene.
In past KYT hashes, we have taken you through a series of ups and downs, literally. We’d descend into a valley, climb back up to the plateau where the Ma Du Dao restaurant is located, and then loop around it—often resulting in rides with a vertical climb ranging between 700 and 800 meters. These technical challenges have been known to scare off some hashers who prefer a more “family-friendly” experience.
Well, good news! This year, we’re shaking things up. Think of it as the KYT version of a ski resort—minus the snow (and, unfortunately, the chairlifts). We’ve crafted a Saturday hash that keeps you all on the KYT ridge, making it both family-friendly and fun! Get ready to explore the wonders of the KYT Bike Park on both Saturday and Sunday.
Saturday's Ride (2 November at 12:30)
The ride kicks off with a 10 km downhill stretch toward the cliff, followed by a descent down the Green Trail (aka Cliff Trail). We’ll then cut over to Harold’s Foreplay, glide onto Harold’s Highway, connect to EGAT Connection, and finish up on Dead Dog Lane. Your ride can end with a coffee at the one of shops at the bottom of the access road, near Friendship Highway—because what's a good hash without a good coffee (or beer), right?
Now, since we could not afford to set up a chairlift, we’ve arranged the next best thing: 5 trusty “songtaews” (trucks with bench seats) to whisk you back up to the top of the mountain. Of course, for those feeling extra energetic, you’re welcome to skip the ride and pedal your way back up.
Once you're back at the top of KYT (near the guardhouse below the dam), you’ll be able to choose your adventure—among 5 trail options in the KYT bike park. These are trails developed for the KYT Enduro a few years back. Here’s the lineup:
Purple Trail
Orange Trail
Yellow Creamy Trail (aka Creamy Ending)
Red Trail
Black Trail (aka Rock Garden—a double black diamond!)
Sunday’s Ride (3 November around 9:30)
On Sunday, we will ride off as usual at 9:30 am, and we will continue the family-friendly vibe, sticking to the bike park side of the mountain. We’ll start by heading past the restaurant and up toward Cacafonix Gardens, before swinging around to hit some fresh new trails, including the Blue Trail and Solar Up. For the more adventurous, we’ve got an FRB loop too! The total distance for Sunday will be a manageable 20 km.
So, whether you're a seasoned hash rider or someone just looking for a more relaxed experience, we’ve got you covered. Get ready for an epic weekend of fun, breathtaking views, and good times at KYT!
