The Real Beauty of Globalisation...Free Hotdogs!

Ever on your way cycling somewhere in town and suddenly feeling slightly peckish or thirsty? Ah, you kinda don't have time on your hands or you just can't be asked to park and lock up your bike at the nearest Seven Eleven. Well, do not fear for Bootcycle is here!

Founded by design innovator Ashley Boots, an American who's lived and worked in Denmark for the past year, who felt it was time to fuse the best of two different cultures: the Danish bicycle culture with the American fast food culture.


Ever the multi-tasker, Ashley stumbled upon the idea for a 'bike-thru' whilst cycling towards Frederiksberg gardens on a hot day and wishing for a cold beverage without having to go off route. "I thought it'd be really nice to have somewhere that sold drinks and snacks without a costumer needing to dismount. Almost like a classic McDonald’s drive-thru experience, but for bikers".


Along with her supportive colleagues, Ashley tested the Bootcycle idea by surprising 100 cyclists with a free hot dog while they cruised down Nørrebrogade. The hot dogs were gone within 30 minutes and there was an overwhelmingly positive response. Since then Ashley has begun expanding on the Bootcycle idea and hopes that one day it will become as common as an American drive-thru.

To stay updated on Bootcycle developments, check out their website and Facebook Page

Bootcycle. Coming soon to a cycle path near you.

Over and Out!

K.E.G. x

Cycling Mecca Copenhagen Launches its New Cycle Scheme

Introducing Copenhagen's new initiative Gobike. The new generation of share-bicycles is to be trialled as the 'missing link' in the Danish public transport system.

The share scheme is open to tourists, companies and citizens but mainly targets on those coming into the city from the suburbs.


The bicycle itself has an integrated touch-screen with navigational routes and a locking system. Apps on any android phone will allow the bicycle to be reserved and whilst on the bicycle you can even buy train tickets. The design behind the share bicycle ensures that cycling will remain the most convenient way to commute.


At the launch there was much hype surrounding the reveal of the new share-bicycle.


Danish politicians came down to the launch to check out the bike and to have a quick go.


The bike itself was pretty heavy so it'll be interesting to see whether this will deter citizens from using them on a daily basis. Over at Copenhagenize.com, there is a great deal of scepticism about these bikes.


Can you just jump on? Well...some bicycles may be reserved by commuters coming into the city but Gobike has GPS on all bicycles and will ensure that there are available bicycles at all docking stations. The idea is that the availability of bicycles at your local docking station can be found out via the Gobike App.


With the integrated technology in this generation of share-bicycles Gobike has designed this share scheme with the aim of becoming a smooth link in the city's public transport.


Of course we at Cycle Chic couldn't help but sneak this picture in! We're loving the pink pastels and paisley trends at the moment...


Yes, they have indeed thought of everything...there's place to hold your briefcase and your infant! It shall be interesting to see whether these features will attract citizens to make use of them.


The Gobike. Coming to a docking station near you. (Next Spring...)

For more information about Gobike bicycles Click Here

Over and Out!

K.E.G. x

Bicycling in Copenhagen: Get The Feeling

Hi Friend,

This time I will write just a few lines - and let the photos do the talking... yep, it's time to lean back and enjoy a virtual bike ride! Here we go:


First, hit the spacious Copenhagen bike lanes.

Park your bike in Nyhavn - and spot a strolling dove.
Say hi to the dove ;) 
Do like Thrift Shop - if they lived in Copenhagen - and head for Nørrebro and the Sunday flea market...
Ready for park life: Park your bike in Ørstedparken.
Enjoy the view.
Lay down flat on the grass and notice the sun caress the leaves. And think: Hey, Life is Good!

Peace & Blog Love,
a-g

Read more at www.cphblonde.com

Summer Games on Dronning Louises Bridge

We're a bit weird in Copenhagen. Some of our favourite spots to hang out include cemetery gardens like Assistans Kirkegaard where famous Danes are laid to bury in paradise. Then there's Dronning Louises Bridge connecting cosmopolitan Nørrebro to the city centre.

Bring some friends and beer, or friends with beer to hang out on the bridge and enjoy eyeing up other Danes as they cycle by. If you're lucky some random guy may turn up with a boombox on wheels...


Watch young people cycle by and better still, guess which Copenhagen district they're probably from. These lot...Nørrebro?


Elegant hair bun up high and sleek sporty look. Hmmm...Østerbro?


On trend with electric blue coursing through this look (even the bike!)...dare I say Frederiksberg?


Okay, okay. It's not a bike...but this guy deserves some credit for being able to skateboard and send SMS's to his mates simultaneously.


Again, getting around on eight wheels instead of two! Best way to 'walk' your dog if he's a bit faster than what you were expecting...


Okay this is turning out to be a terrible game. Damn I give up! But cool glasses bro...where are you heading?

Hmmm...I guess it's back to eye-spy then!

Have a great weekend everyone!

Over and Out!

K.E.G. x

Caught in the Rain? Pedal faster!

Okay weird August weather: if ya gonna rain, then commit! None of these odd spells where it's full on for five minutes and then dry for another twenty...you're catching out our Copenhageners! I mean what are we meant to wear? Geez...

This Copenhagen Rasta is keeping dry, for now...


Ah! The rains caught one!


Yes, getting wet's no fun...but cheer up, at least your mod-inspired outfit looks great!

Okay, so what if it begins to rain. Wear your favourite outfit and just work the 'wet-hair' look? Hmmm...nah, forget it. Bring that umbrella!

Over and Out!

K.E.G. x

Jackets Out In Mid-August!

Oh dear. The drizzle has come back to Copenhagen and it's not even the end of summer yet! On the plus side, at least we can justify getting those sexy jackets back out!

Soften a creased black leather jacket with a cashmere scarf wrapped round the neck. Very cute!


Bring some edge to an otherwise very neat look. Don't be afraid to wear the suede.


Here's Unnur from Iceland rockin' her look by teaming a geometric printed dress with a clean-cut leather jacket. Nice one.

Hopefully the rest of the summer has more in store for us... otherwise it's time to put away the denim summer jackets and out with the leather and suede!

Over and Out!

K.E.G. x

Middle of August: Copenhageners are back in town

It's still the summer holidays in many countries, but in Copenhagen, children are back to school and inhabitants back to work. We are still looking forward to welcoming hundreds of foreign students who are going to arrive in a few weeks and the city will be ready to start a new university year.

On the bicycle lanes, the atmosphere is back to business, we can see:

 
 Young man drinking coffee before going to work (with socks matching the shirt)

 
 Young lady undoing her ponytail after a day at work


Time to suit up!

More pictures of CPH everyday on Byliv in CPH

Got Stuff To Get Around? Pfff...No Worries!

Got a gig to get to? No worries, swing it on your back and off you go!


Moving house? No worries, just throw in those final bits and bobs into your Christania bike.


Recent trip to Ikea? No worries, hook up a trailer to the back of your bike.


Running a small business? No worries, the bike can carry all your goods and equipment! Think of all the pennies you save on petrol...

Cycling. Still the best way to get your stuff around town! Well in Copenhagen at least...

...And CycleLogistics have just launched their Shop by bike campaign in Copenhagen, one of the twelve European cities that are taking part in an effort to get more Europeans, well, to get their shopping done by bike!

As part of the campaign CycleLogistics are running a photo competition to get Copenhageners to send in pictures of themselves carrying the most impressive load or some of the weirdest items!

For more info or to enter check out Shop by bike KBH Facebook Page

Want more info on CycleLogistics? Click Here


Over and Out!

K.E.G. x

Hanging Out In Kongens Have With Karen and Charlotte

Today I was lucky enough to bump into Karen and Charlotte, two medic students living in Copenhagen. When they're not studying (hard) they like to come and chill in the beautiful park, Kongens Have.


Lovin' Karen's cool ladylike look.


Charlotte teams her sparkly black skirt with that gorgeous blue leather jacket.


Girls cycling around the city in the awesome sunshine!


Time for a quick cuddle near Store Kongensgade.


Oi oi, what's going on here? Cheeky grab from Charlotte.

Thank you to the beautiful ladies Karen and Charlotte for taking the time out for a quick pose as well as huge congratulations to Charlotte on her recent engagement! Tillykke!

Over and Out!

K.E.G. x

All Aboard!

Throw your best friends in your Christania bike and ride on!


Copenhagen mums are just too cool for school.


The lucky ones who get to balance on the bicycle back rack whilst their friend does all the hard work! Oh the easy life...


And this is why I love Christania bikes!

Over and Out!

K.E.G. x