Bikepacking through Malaysia and Singapore: Olly Hargreaves

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Chapters
0:00
– Introduction: Malaysia and Singapore bikepacking update
1:24
– Border crossing into Malaysia: the first tough climb hits Ellie
3:24
– Traffic shock: Thailand's safe roads versus Malaysia's aggressive drivers
6:24
– Ramadan in Malaysia: why finding food became unexpectedly difficult
11:24
– Inland route through jungle: palm oil plantations and untouched forest contrast
15:24
– The waterfall pool: finding an oasis after a 1,000-meter climb
21:15
– Ferry crisis: a week to cover 400+ kilometres and make the boat
26:15
– Singapore arrival: navigation chaos and three-day city exploration
28:15
– Indonesia ferry teaser and episode wrap
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Bikepacking through Malaysia and Singapore: Olly Hargreaves
Jun 30, 2026 Season 4
Bella Molloy

Planning a bike adventure through South East Asia? Olly and Ellie just rode Thailand into Malaysia, dealt with Ramadan closures, ferry logistics, and hit some gnarly climbs. Tune into this episode for intel on what it's like to go bikepacking in South East Asia plus a masterclass in pivoting when ferries only run once a month.

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