We speak of it often, and for good reason. I’ve seen some crazy-ass traffic around the world, but everything else pales in comparison with the chaos found in Saigon.

There’s one rule in Saigon in regards to driving: anything goes. Once you accept this, you’re fine. There are few streetlights and few rules.  Five people to a motorcycle is commonplace. Need to answer your cell phone while maneuvering through hoardes of other riders? No problem. Do whatever you like because no one even notices.

I’ve had countless near-misses and have become so comfortable with the whole thing that I’ve adopted the local habit of riding with flip flops, hitting the sidewalks when the traffic gets heavy, and zipping into the oncoming lane to make the next light.

I created a video for your viewing pleasure of some of the rides we’ve taken: