I came across this thread because I'm searching 'vietnam'. I've already backpacked in Thailand, Laos and Cambodia & did several days biking in Thailand.
I hired a bike from Tony's Bikes in Chiang Mai - a straight forward guy who let me take a bike for a 'test ride' before hiring.
Apart from summer gloves, I didn't take any bike gear. I purchased a helmet from a Tesco Express (£8) and wore walking boots. It's not for everyone & if I'd had body armour (as I do now), I would have taken it then posted it back home. But I didn't & I'm OK with taking those risks.
I went for the month of December & we were very lucky with the weather. Chiang Mai was an ideal temp but I rode in just a t.shirt with a long sleeved shirt on top. However, it was freezing at the top of Doi Inthanon!
I'm considering visiting Vietnam in Oct/Nov & hadn't really thought through the climate so this is useful information, thank you
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