totally agree, cycling outside of the major cities is the way to go here, preferably outside the main roads as well. within the city, the ride is just hell, vehicles give out hot air like there is no tomorrow

Cycling in the Philippines truly is an awesome experience. Friendly community, generous people, breath-taking views. On the contrary, just like what you mentioned, it is crowded and full of dogs and chickens! Hahaha!

Yup cycling in the Philippines is really good especially if you are a mtb or a gravel rider but rb I don't think so since Philippine roads are lot of pot holes and uneven surface terrain even though in the road but nothing to bother about as long as you have a good company or group cycling could be much more better.

Anywhere in the world cycling always been fun

Completed some month back my cycling trip from Hanoi to Singapore- now exploring new options for another bike backing trip

Visit the CAR to experience the long climbs you think don’t exist and daytime highs of 66 fahrenheit or 19 celcius. It’s not hot everywhere in the Philippines.

I could not agree more with you! I got to do some riding in San Mateo and Binondo. All of my friends thought I was nuts and thought it would be more dangerous. Despite the traffic, I never felt I was at risk of being hit by a car. Everyone co-exists. In the states -- even in rural areas, Cars blow past you over the speed limit and regularly over 60mph... I cant wait to go back and explore more. Thanks for sharing your video!

I do agree with sarisari store. Its a convenient place to buy food, softdrinks, and food.

Also, at least in Abra Province, watch out for cows, horses, and huge water buffaloes randomly blocking one or both lanes.

Been to pinas many times and drove on many roads with a car and scooters but not yet with a bike. I became a better driver driving in the chaos hehe...and even the countryside can be chaos of a different sort with all the dogs, cats , roosters, and kids along the road sides. Would you recommend a gravel bike for the best road bike for Pinas ? I can't imagine using a full on road bike with 23mm tires etc on most roads. Of course the off road stuff must be fantastic ...can't wait ! Let me recommend Camguin. The main highway is very smooth and has light traffic and there is a long serious climb that goes from one side of the island up to about 1200 meters and down to the other side of the island. Regarding the chaos of the cities ....pinoy drivers are very respectable to cyclists and to each other in general , and the traffic is slow so even though it's chaos it's a little bit of a controlled chaos lol...and I think pretty safe for in city riding. You do have to be very much aware of your surroundings though. The main issue in the cities is the air quality....pretty bad at times in some areas. I think the biggest threat to a cyclist in Pinas is the many stray pinoy dogs that can be unpredictable on the roadsides. Camiguin has a very strict governor so I hardly saw any pinoy dogs but other places like Island of Fire(Siguijor) ,as stunning as it is, is inundated with stray pinoy dogs and roosters lol(the worst province I have been to in this regard sadly) While I do NOT think he is faster than a scooter/motorcycle driver that knows what he is doing lol...but I agree with the rest of this clip ... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aeB1prSpr9W-p6c.html

I’m part of a group planning to ride the country from tip to tip. From Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte to Glan, Sarangani.

I feel way safer biking in the Philippines. America was designed with cars in mind so drivers are used to having roads that are easy to drive (fewer obstacles) and they are used to going faster. When they encounter bicycles they are sometimes surprised and/or are quick to get impatient and end up overtaking in a dangerous manner. You hit it on the nail perfectly, in the Philippines, nearly everyone on the road is more attentive and focused.

I'm completely sold on the idea of using the Philippines as a location to spend around six months cycling and finally avoid these miserable wet, cold and windy UK winters.

I have never been out of the US but I would love to bike with you someday in the Philippines! If you find yourself in Minnesota ever please let me know.

Been staying here in Cebu for a month now and I have to say this is even more true in Cebu.

Did you say there are no long climbs here? Only short steep climbs? 🤔 Let me introduce you to Benguet Province and Mountain Province. Super long climbs on twisting roads.

Sounds good,here in nz the drivers are crap.Hit a car the other day that went through intersection without giving way to me.Then nearly got hit the following week,same intersection.Avoid that intersection now .I try to get out if town as fast as possible as it is quieter and safer in country side

Hey mate! I want to travel to the PH and stay for 3 months. I love exploring on the bike, i will buy a second hand bike in the PH. As you mentioned roads can he unpredictable and sometimes pretty bad. Would you recommend a gravel bike instead of a racebike for added comfort? With a gravel bike i could also do some offroad trial riding. Or would you recommend a racebike with maybe 32mm tires? Thanks!

G'day Carlo from Aus, thinking of riding from Manila to Cebu staying of the main roads as much as possible. Do you know where I can find the best routes?

Hi, I am coming to Cebu soon and looking for cycling friends. Is there any groups you can help with? Thanks!

Astute observation! Succinctly elucidated.

6:07 oh dang asa ni dapit carl?

HEY!...You stole my video idea ☹️😆...also Philippine roads generally have hard rideable shoulders, New Zealand roads don't leading to close passes and "road rage"....far less common here.

Drivers in pinas are more aware with cyclist unlike in america

So have you now decided to wear your swimsuit whilst riding to the resort? I think thats what the kid in cali asked you😂