Amsterdam's Bike Culture

This video reminds me that I need to get off my lazy booty and get myself a bike. Really though, I like how it gives you an inside look into Amsterdam's famous bike culture. The video plays more like a Current bit than a commercial. Though it's created by bike manufacturer, Kona Bikes, it never feels like a sales pitch. It's more of a gentle reminder that people from around the world share in the cycling experience.

On a related note, read about one man's journey through Amsterdam in 2006. It's a fantastic series of pictures that illustrate the bike scene in Amsterdam - and how it differs from a U.S. city like San Francisco.

Via Dooby Brain

Tags: amsterdam, bike, bikes, cycling, kona, video

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Comment by Stef on August 26, 2009 at 8:47am: I've got robbed of my bike once.. while I was on it.

Comment by Charles on August 25, 2009 at 4:20pm: That's nice. You catch a lot on foot or on bike that you otherwise miss driving in a cage. But cars are a good thing too.

Comment by sAm on August 25, 2009 at 1:23pm: I want a bike now. :( Only problem is, where would I ride it to?