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From the garage

Notes from
the road

Riding tips, route notes, and the odd story from the guides — written on Wat Bo Road, between rides.

Log entries — 005

Last update — Jan 2026

Siem Reap, KH

01
Backroad near Banteay Srei
Routes

5 backroads only locals know

Skip the main road out to Banteay Srei, here are five backroads our guides actually use, from a rice-paddy shortcut to a quiet stretch along the river.

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02
Countryside trail near Siem Reap
Trip Prep

What to pack for a day on two wheels

A few things worth stashing in your bag before you head out, sun cover, a spare layer for temple visits, and one thing most first-timers forget.

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03
Motorbike riders on a rural Cambodian road
Season Notes

Rainy season riding: what changes

Riding from June to October looks a little different, here's what we adjust with routes, gear, and timing so a downpour doesn't ruin the day.

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04
Quiet temple backroad
Temple Guides

Beyond Angkor Wat: temples worth the detour

A handful of quieter temples our guides love, easy to reach by bike and almost always free of the crowds you get at the main gate.

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05
Roadside food stop near Siem Reap
Local Eats

Where our guides actually stop to eat

No tourist menus here, just the roadside stalls and family kitchens we pull over at ourselves, from noodle soup at dawn to grilled skewers on the way back.

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