It’s great to see 'wonderful' Copenhagen recognised as the world's cycling paradise. It’s something that we’ve known all along and have been lucky to experience firsthand.

Copenhagen has been voted 'The best city to be a cyclist in' by Treehugger.com in its annual 'Best of Green' awards under the Cars & Transportation category, because the city constantly innovates to keep ahead of the competition. Treehugger.com is the American environmental website widely regarded as an authority on sustainable living information.

Copenhagen was also voted ‘Best green city to visit’ in the Travel and Nature section.

It’s a fabulous place to visit and live. We like to think that Velorbis bicycles epitomise the city’s effortlessly chic cycling culture and give a slice of life – the Copenhagen way. 

View the awards in full on Treehugger.com
Read the covering article in The Copenhagen Post.

Velorbis is proud to be selected by the Cycling Embassy of Denmark as the bicycle brand to represent and promote Danish cycling culture and excellence, and its worldwide benefits.

The Cycling Embassy of Denmark has chosen a comprehensive network of expert members from private companies, local authorities and non-governmental organizations: first class bicycle design (as represented by Velorbis), city planning, cycling promotion, parking facilities and cycling tourism. Velorbis is working with the Embassy and other members to promote and communicate cycling solutions and know-how on a global scale so that other international locations can incorporate happy, healthy cycling cultures into their social infrastructures.

Denmark is known as one of the countries with the most cyclists. International interest has never been as great as now, particularly with the focus on sustainable, carbon conscious travel and healthy lifestyles. It’s also the fastest and easiest way to get around a city.

Here are some quick fire facts about cycling in Copenhagen:
•    9 out of 10 Danes have a bicycle.
•    The number of cars in the centre of Copenhagen dropped from 319,000 in 2002 to 289,000 in 2008.
•    37% of Copenhagen’s citizens cycle to and from work. The city’s objective is that 50% of its citizens will use a bicycle as their means of transport by 2015.
•    Every Dane cycles 1.1 km on average each day.
•    17% of adult males and 36% of adult females use a bicycle to get to and from work or education.
•    45% of all Danish children cycle to school.
•    Approximately half a million bicycles are sold in Denmark each year.
•    Since 1993, there have been 11 national cycle routes established in Denmark; covering a total of 4,233 km. Regional routes cover 5,874 km. Local routes cover 2,298 km.

Embassy Secretary Lise Bjørg Pedersen says: “The bicycle is the healthy, quick and inexpensive alternative to the car that many countries are seeking. But it takes time and requires know-how to create a cycling culture in a country with few or no cyclists. We have the knowledge and the solutions that are sought, and with the new Cycling Embassy we are ready to export them.”

It’s a fantastic, positive cause that all urban epicentres can benefit from. Find out more about incorporating a chic cycling culture - the Copenhagen way - by visiting the Cycling Embassy of Denmark.

It’s great to see our friends at the superb and influential street style blog, Copenhagen Cycle Chic, listed in The Observer article "The 10 best...Fashion bloggers."

The Observer is the UK’s quality Sunday broadsheet newspaper, the sister paper of The Guardian. In the feature, Style Editor Alice Fisher picks the best from a wide-ranging array of popular fashion blogs that have taken cyberspace by storm and inspired a multitude of style savvy followers.

"Cycling has become a fashion obsession...Danish filmmaker Mikael Colville-Andersen , 42, was way ahead of the curve. Since 2007 his blog has documented beautiful bikes and riders who deal with the two-pedalled conundrum of looking good yet wearing practical outfits in fine style."

Here is Copenhagen Cycle Chic’s founder Michael Colville-Andersen pictured out and about on his trusty urban icon, the Velorbis Scrap Deluxe gents bicycle.

*Photo courtesy of The Observer, 21st February 2010.

The relationship between cycling and fashion as one style philosophy - one an extension of the other - has been truly cemented and is continuing to inspire and be adopted worldwide. It’s fantastic to see.

Read The Observer’s "The 10 best...Fashion bloggers" article in full.

KidStyleFile, Australia’s first and best resource dedicated to finding beautiful premium children’s products, has spotted the Velorbis Mobii trike and immediately seen its benefits for safe (and fun) family friendly transportation.

As the KidStyleFile article mentions, in Denmark it’s not unusual for a person to go through life without ever possessing a car, such is the strength and popularity of its design heritage and cycling culture. A tricycle is a great investment that in the long-term pays for itself and eliminates the need for fuel. According to KidStyleFile, Velorbis Mobii is "perfect for families" – those who are serious about adopting a green lifestyle.

Australia is famous for its healthy citizens and outdoor lifestyle. It’s no surprise that the chic and healthy influence from Copenhagen cycling culture, and great Danish design, is being adopted country-wide.

See more great features from KidStyleFile.

In December we ran a competition with Copenhagen Cycle Chic to win a gloriously red and cream Velorbis Studine bicycle.  The competition was open to all foreign guests in Copenhagen during COP15.

The competition question: How will you personally commit to a better environment IN STYLE with this bicycle if you win it?

Congratulations to Lauren from San Francisco who is now the proud owner of her Velorbis Studine. Her winning answer was “Hej Studinealiciousness, let us push off together, me, a blur of neutral grace, heels leaving no carbon footprint, and you, my fiery, functional, fabulous muse.”

Check out these photos of Lauren by Copenhagen Cycle Chic, the epitome of cycle chic on her Velorbis Studine out and about in wintry Copenhagen. The pannier bags pictured are fully detachable and an optional basket can easily be added.  It’s all down to your personal styling and accessory needs. The Studine design is also available in classic black and cream.

We’re glad to hear that Lauren with thrilled with her Studine and look forward to hearing about her many adventures on her red beauty. Read the full overview and see more great photos on Copenhagen Cycle Chic.