This trip to PP was a necessity for a visa purposes. My reason for going was not a preference of mine.
That said, đoing the bike tour to the island changed the trip.
Art is an enjoyable guy, upbeat, knowledgeable and very accommodating .
The bikes were good. The trip involved biking throught PP and then to the ferry . Traffic in PP compared to other SE Asian cities I have biked in , is easily manageable. A beginner should have no problems.
The island is a marked difference to PP. It is rural , many roads are dirt and gravel but the bike handled them well.
The highlight of the trip was stopping at the silkworm family business. Chan Nara , one the family members explained the process from silkworm to finished product. It was well worth the trip.
It was an easy bike trip and Art made sure that I was doing ok . If in PP , highly recommend arranging a tour. Also, Art is in Siem Reap. I have been thêre but if i go again, I will contact him to arrange a bike tour thêre . He's a good guy.