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Around the world cyclists killed in Thailand

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Mark Manley:
I have seen this tragic incident reported on a couple of forums but not here yet. Having cycled in Thailand and other Asian countries I can say that the standard of driving and respect for cyclist is not what it is in Europe and North America, no matter how bad we think that is here. A dreadful end to a dream trip.

http://uk.news.yahoo.com/british-cycling-couple-die-thailand-crash-092211536.html

mcparsons:
Really sad and a terrible loss.   Having lived in Thailand for several years I can say that road fatalities are pretty common. But reading the details it appears this was the result of a driver taking his eyes off the road - could have happened anywhere.  That's why I'm never comfortable near high speed traffic in any country.    The area they were riding in is a very industrial region with heavy traffic and lots of trucks. I can't imagine many paved roads in Chachoengsao I would be willing to ride.

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