· Max Roving
Cycling across China is full of surprises
Max Roving cycles over remote roads on the Tibetan Plateau, climbing to a high point of 4,600 meters before descending into a valley and arriving at a hotel in Gangpa.
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21 min2026-04Cycling across China is full of surprisesCycling Across China on the Tibetan Plateau in Sichuan - EpStart early to catch cooler temperatures and avoid afternoon storms on high passes (high-altitude rides demand planning for sudden weather).Be prepared for mixed surfaces; carry a lightweight, sturdy bike and basic repair gear for rocky, unpaved segments.Spring, Lhasa / Tibet
20 min2026-03The part of China that nobody visitsCycling Rural Yunnan: China's Hidden Countryside AdventureMax tackles a massive 3,000-meter elevation gain over 50 km—prepare for steep, 15% inclines and bring plenty of water.Landslides are common in Yunnan's mountain roads; avoid cycling in rain for safety, as Max notes the danger.Spring, Pingchuan / Yunnan
25 min2026-03This is what the Chinese countryside is likeCycling Through Rural Yunnan: Kunming to Hidden Temples and村Be prepared for variable weather and occasional rain; carry waterproof layers and lights for tunnels.In rural China, expect simple, cheap meals; expect language barriers and practice basic phrases or use translation apps.Spring, Kunming / Yunnan
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