Velorbis bicycles were part of a historic day in Copenhagen politics when Denmark's first ever female prime minister, Helle Thorning-Schmidt met with the Queen to ask to form a government. All ministers from the Liberal party - De Radikale Venstre - who are part of Denmark's new coalition government, decided to arrive in style at the Queen's residence on Velorbis Victoria Classic ladies and Velorbis Churchill Classic gents bicycles. It was an entrance to remember and highlights perfectly the chic cycling culture that Danes of all professions and walks of life hold close to their hearts as part of their everyday lifestyles. The new government has announced that it will integrate green policies as a main element of their administration in order to make Copenhagen even more bicycle friendly. 

Watch the video here.

The Velorbis bicycles are part of a large Velorbis bicycle fleet available for politicians to use for getting to and from meetings at various locations in central Copenhagen. Interested in learning more about Velorbis company bicycle schemes? E-mail sales@velorbis.com or call +45 31110030 

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We are delighted to unveil to you the world’s strongest basket that can carry up to 15kgs/33lbs, based on our new invention – the unique FrameFix mounting bracket (patent pending).  FrameFix provides the inner core strength that enables all bicycle baskets to maximise their load capacity without compromising steering ability and balance.

The Velorbis team started a design mission a while ago – studying stylish female Copenhagen cyclists and listening to their issues and needs. We found that cyclists wanted versatile and stabile storage on two wheels so they could safely carry a couple of shopping bags and a handbag and be able to chat on their mobile phones, for example – and look good at the same time.

We also found that current baskets on the market are often too small and are fitted to the handlebars on bicycles, which affects the steering and balance when the basket is full and when turning. Our design team therefore rethought the whole mounting system. Like the popular front carriers on Velorbis gents bicycles, our FrameFix bracket invention attaches to the head tube instead of the handlebars, so that the accompanying basket remains in a fixed position whenever elegantly manoeuvring through traffic, providing extra strength and stability when cycling.

Now you can multi-task on two wheels – such as carrying extra shopping bags, a pet dog, gifts, and flowers, etc. – and look super-stylish, of course.

See how FrameFix works in the demo below:

Velorbis has entered the sports bike market – following requests from our customers – with our unique interpretation of the "fixie" style bike. Meet the Velorbis Arrow gents bike.

Reflecting the uncompromising design style, attitude and attention to detail synonymous with all of our bicycles, Velorbis Arrow has been designed for urban commuters who are seeking a second bike for the occasions when they need to get to their destinations a little bit faster. Just like choosing a high-speed sports car to join the main family car, or buying designer sportswear as an addition to corporate workwear.

The Velorbis Arrow has been created to complement (and balance) our main range of classic comfort bicycles. It is speedy, streamlined and slick, and weighs in at around 12kgs. It has a black lugged steel frame, is available in three frame sizes, and features luxurious brown leather accessories. We have also designed a dark brown leather messenger bag to accompany it.

As the saying goes; "Make time fly like an arrow". Now you can with the Velorbis Arrow.

We are delighted to announce that Velorbis has arrived in Canada, joining the exclusive CycleCouture bicycle boutique, which opens on 1st April 2011 on 926 College Street in Toronto, to cater for the growing demand for chic urban cycling.

CycleCouture is a wonderful match for the Velorbis spirit and brand ethos – as echoed by the inspiration behind the CycleCouture store: "Press rewind. Backpedal your mind to those first times you felt the wind in your face as you rode your bike around the block. Bicycles create freedom. They create memories. A bike ride allows you to take in your environment and truly appreciate your surroundings. Here at CycleCouture, we have created an atmosphere that embodies all of the above."

Velorbis was showcased at the recent Toronto International Bicycle Show on the CycleCouture stand (see photo below), which generated a lot of positive interest from visitors to the show and also the Press.

CycleCouture was also featured in the article: "CycleCouture brings Copenhagen cycling to Toronto" by the influential local online magazine Postcity.com.

Orders can be pre-booked with CycleCouture by e-mailing info@cyclecouture.com 
For further information visit CycleCouture.com

Velorbis luxury leather bags make wonderful, imaginative gifts for you or your loved ones - such as our high quality leather satchels/ leather school bags, leather travel bags/leather weekend bags, and leather briefcases.  With Valentine’s Day coming up, now could be the time to plan ahead and order something special.

To make it easier for you to purchase one, we have launched dedicated webshops for our beautiful leather bag collection with worldwide delivery. Now wherever you are in the world, with just one click of a button you can buy a Velorbis leather bag online and have it delivered, hassle free to your doorstep for the equivalent of €15 (converted into GBP or DKK depending on which webshop you order from).

As we received so many requests from our customers in different countries, we decided to make our leather bag collection more accessible to everyone. All bag designs are now in stock and delivery lead times are 1-3 days for Scandinavia, 5-7 days for Europe, and 10-14 days for the rest of the world.

UK customers can purchase here.
Scandinavian customers can purchase here.
Customers from the rest of the world can purchase here.

Hot on the heels (or wheels) of announcing our new Velorbis dealer, HUB in New York, we’re excited to say that our US expansion is continuing from East Coast to West Coast. Over in sunny San Francisco, California, My Dutch Bike (MDB); the importer and retailer of the best handmade city bikes, will soon be stocking a selection of Velorbis designer bicycles.

Flying Pigeon LA is also flying the Velorbis flag in Los Angeles, California.

It’s wonderful news that Velorbis bicycle icons and Copenhagen style are being embraced by My Dutch Bike and the cosmopolitan and dynamic residents of San Francisco. What’s the perfect accessory for cycling around San Francisco (other than riding a Velorbis)? Wearing a flower in your hair of course! 

Velorbis bicycles are continuing to be embraced by style lovers in the US. We’re pleased to announce our new Velorbis dealer: Hudson Urban Bicycles (HUB) located on trendy Charles Street in West Village, Manhattan in iconic NYC. 

Hudson Urban Bicycles (HUB) is dedicated to supplying upscale New Yorkers with the very best designer bicycles. HUB and Velorbis are therefore a match made in heaven, bringing a touch of chic Copenhagen style to customers who know how to dress to impress.

Such is the mood towards fashion on two wheels in the US, that the The New York Times has devoted an article to this significant trend that started in Copenhagen. In “Bicycle Chic Gains Speed” by Ruth La Ferla, the owner of Hudson Urban Bicycles (HUB), George Bliss, sums up the philosophy perfectly: “Women, mostly young, have given the image of cyclists ‘an extreme makeover’...The idea now is to look like a pedestrian on wheels...And most are turning their backs on the once-customary aerodynamic helmets and latex shorts in favor of a look as fetching as it is genteel.” Fantastic!

Read the The New York Times article “Bicycle Chic Gains Speed” in full.

We’re excited to announce the launch of our new capsule collection of Velorbis luxury leather bags, comprising two initial designs: a classic ‘old school’ calfskin leather satchel in two colours, sand and dark brown, and an exclusive briefcase in antique brown buffalo leather. Timeless additions to any style connoisseur’s wardrobe!

We see the Velorbis leather bag collection as a natural extension of our lifestyle design philosophy - impeccable aesthetic, detailing and finish matched with the utmost in contemporary functionality.

Our retro inspired designs are beautifully crafted from high quality leather. Features include contrast inner lining, top stitching details, detachable leather strap, and embossed Velorbis lion crest logo. There's also lots of handy storage space -  front pockets; ideal for keeping iPhones or similar devices safe, three large internal compartments for housing laptops and documents, and a zipped back pocket.

Each premium Velorbis leather bag can also be securely carried on the side of all Velorbis bicycles due to a special spring loaded locking mechanism located on the side of all our rear carriers.  This also applies to the Velorbis Elechic e-bike, where the advanced battery pack can be carried inside any of the Velorbis leather bags instead of the standard battery bag.

The Velorbis leather bag collection has been specifically designed for discerning fashion lovers; stylish individuals who want to treat themselves to the very best accessories. Further exciting design additions will be launched soon.

We’re really pleased to announce that we’re bringing our special Velorbis brand of chic cycle style to the Romanian market by opening two exclusive new Velorbis showrooms – one in the capital city of Bucharest and another in the beautiful coastal city of Constanta, the country’s third largest city. We’ve also just launched a fully-translated website for our Romanian customers.

The trend for cycling in Bucharest and throughout other cities in Romania is growing, as more and more people are choosing to adopt a bike-friendly lifestyle; fashion forward citizens who view bicycles as an important part of their everyday urban travel, not just to be used for sport and leisure activities.

Velorbis’ Romanian showrooms extend this unique cycling vision and concept: fusing bicycles and high fashion into a convenient and functional lifestyle accessory that is part of an inspiring, healthy cycling culture. We look forward to equipping our stylish Romanian customers with the full range of first class Velorbis delights.

From Copenhagen to California...

We’re pleased to say that our US retailer expansion is continuing. Velorbis is now available in the beautiful ‘Golden State’ of California on the USA’s glamorous West Coast.

Flying Pigeon, LA; a speciality retailer of ‘The world’s most beautiful city bikes’ has now added a selection of our iconic Velorbis bicycle models such as Dannebrog and Student Balloon, to its current product offering.

The classic bicycle trend is in full swing in the US as a key lifestyle accessory/fashion statement/green transport choice.  We look forward to equipping the stylish residents of California – and fellow bicycle lovers in other states – with a little bit of Copenhagen cycling culture; and spreading the chic cycling message nationwide.

Read more about Flying Pigeon LA.
Velorbis bicycles are also available in Chicago from Copenhagen Cyclery.

Great news! Velorbis bicycles are now available as part of the UK Government’s Cycle To Work Scheme through various leading providers including Cyclescheme, On Your Bike (also known as c2w Support) and NHS Direct.

Cycle To Work is a government initiative and excellent tax-free scheme designed to get employees cycling to work, thus reducing dependency on cars. Employers can purchase bicycles for their employees at a discounted rate and reclaim the tax (VAT). The cost of each bicycle is deducted from employees’ pay via a salary sacrifice scheme.

UK employers can now ensure that their employees enjoy a wonderful cycling experience and adopt some cycle chic – Copenhagen style – into their daily commute with the impeccable design and comfort of a Velorbis designer bicycle.

It’s the perfect way to create a healthier, happier, stress-free and more motivated workforce – a fantastically successful green transport scheme that can be adopted by countries worldwide.

See your nearest Velorbis UK dealer to find out how to get a Velorbis bicycle as part of your company’s Cycle To Work Scheme (UK only).

Velorbis is definitely feeling in the mood for spring, and what better way to celebrate the arrival of better weather than introducing some stunning new bicycle colours to our Student & Studine range.

The colours – glossy spring tones of ivory and army green – are rich, fresh shades with an air of exclusivity and sophistication.

Velorbis Studine Balloon, inspired by our Scrap Deluxe ladies top model, presents a delicately delicious touch of vanilla and caramel; or vanilla and cream, with its crisp ivory frame and brown (standard) or cream (optional)* balloon tyres.  Student Balloon, the gents version, is now available in army green – the tone of which is not stark but slightly faded in true military chic style. Matched with brown (standard) or cream (optional)* balloon tyres; it conveys an old school 70’s vibe. 

The rims are also powder coated to match the frame colour, for added distinction and colour coordination.

These bicycles join the other members of the Velorbis Student & Studine family – Student Classic and Studine Classic – which are also available in several colour options (black and racing green for the gents; fire-engine red, racing green and black for the ladies).

Our exciting range of colours and combinations are lined up like delicious sweets in a candy shop – it’s nice to be spoilt for choice.

*Optional balloon tyre colours are subject to availability from your local Velorbis dealer.

We’re really pleased to introduce and welcome on board our new Velorbis retailers in the UK.

• London West End: Cavendish Cycles, 136-138 New Cavendish Street, London W1W 6YD.
• North London: Holloway Cycles: 302-304 Holloway Road, London N7 6NJ.
• Hatfield: Hatfield Cycles: 12-13 The Parade, St. Albans Rd East, Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL10 0ET.
• Cardiff: Reg Braddick Cycles: 59-65 Broadway, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF24 1XJ.

Our customers can now visit these shops to view, test ride and purchase the Velorbis range of designer bicycles. These expert teams of bike specialists will be more than happy to assist. Shop contact details can be found on our UK retailers' page.

For customers who live outside London and Cardiff (and for those who like to purchase online regardless), our UK web store is always open.

Happy cycling!

Don't just say it with flowers, say it with bicycles!

Because we are true romantics at Velorbis, we have created a special Valentine’s Day offer exclusively for our customers in the UK, Scandinavia and US – the Velorbis ’Love Story’ package.

Purchase any 2 bicycles during February and receive a 10% discount off the overall total. Any combination can be chosen from our range of beautiful ladies and funky gents designs, making it a customised ‘pick & mix’ offer.

It’s easy to order.

• UK customers can purchase their bicycles from our online UK web shop. Add the promotion code “ukvalentine” when prompted during checkout.
• Scandinavian customers can purchase their bicycles from our online DK web shop. Add the promotion code “valentine” when prompted during checkout.
• US customers can order by e-mailing info@copenhagenbike.com or by telephoning +1 773.456.0024 and we’ll arrange the rest.

It’s a great opportunity to tempt your loved one to a) take up chic and healthy cycling to get in shape after Christmas and b) purchase a luxurious long-lasting gift that you can both enjoy together.

At Velorbis, we’re passionate about bicycles and take the art of chic, street style cycling to another level. Our ’Love Story’ package is the ultimate in effortless romance on 2 or 4 wheels.  

*Notes:
The Velorbis ’Love Story’ Valentine’s package runs until 28th February 2010.