If you’re looking for a comfortable, reliable, and stylish bike to get you around town, look no further than a Dutch bike. These bikes are designed for everyday use, and they come with a variety of features that make them perfect for commuting. Here are just a few of the things that make Dutch bikes […]
‘Fietser’ is the Dutch word for ‘cyclist’ – or more specifically, someone who uses a bicycle for transport. The Dutch seem to have a few words to describe different types of cyclist. The most common ones being: Wielrenner – someone who rides bicycles for sport or fitness (think: road cyclist) Fietser – someone who rides […]
A week ago I took delivery of my new Gazelle HeavyDutyNL e-bike from the Dutch Bike Shop, and I absolutely love it! It’s the first electric bike that I’ve owned, and it’s a revelation to me how lovely it is to ride. The upright Dutch style is very comfortable, and the electrical assist helps me […]
I am loving my new double panniers. They are from the Dutch firm Beck, and have loads of capacity (46 litres) and are waterproof. They have straps to attach them to your rack, and are designed to be left on the bike rather than carried around when off the bike. I’m planning on adding a […]
The double kickstand on my Dutch bike broke off a couple of weeks ago. It seems the welds that attach the base plate to the actual stand came apart, and as I’m not into welding, I thought it was easier just to buy a new one. This is the one I bought from Amazon: VGEBY […]
The Dutch Bike Shop in the Goatstown area of Dublin is a family-run business owned and run by Astrid and Frank. They import and sell a range of Dutch bikes, which have an upright and comfortable riding position, and also have things like mudguards, pannier racks, chain guards, and dynamo lights included in the price. […]
