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Life on 2 wheels

Life on 2 wheels

by Stephanie Kernwein | Bicycling, Family Travel, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam, Quick Start, Travel

New to biking? Old to biking but need a refresher on biking rules? Stephanie Kernwein Thrane, shares invaluable tips about biking around the city, with a personal story about why following the rules is mandatory for your own safety, the safety of others and the...
Finding the Perfect Mother’s Bike

Finding the Perfect Mother’s Bike

by Lana Huf-Germain | Bicycling, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam

If you’re a parent in Amsterdam, you’re going to want to do what the locals do and transport your children by bike. Whether you’re a mama or a papa you’re going to need what is known in this country as a moederfiets, or...
Book Review: Learn to Cycle in Amsterdam

Book Review: Learn to Cycle in Amsterdam

by Ruth Oei-Abraham | Bicycling, Book Reviews, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam

Ruth Oei-Abraham shares her review of the book Learn to Cycle in Amsterdam, a guide to the most practised activity in The Netherlands.  Neuroscientist and author Xing Chen (pictured at left) grew up in Singapore and lived in the US and the UK before moving...
Biking in Amsterdam: Insider Tips

Biking in Amsterdam: Insider Tips

by Xing Chen | Bicycling, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam

Whether you’re new to Amsterdam, new to cycling, or both, these handy tips will help make your transition into a true Amsterdammer a smooth ride! Learning to cycle in Amsterdam traffic can be quite a challenge if you are not used to the local system. After...
Adjusting to the Bike: One Mama’s Experience of Getting Back on Two Wheels

Adjusting to the Bike: One Mama’s Experience of Getting Back on Two Wheels

by Samantha Gale | Bicycling, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam

Learning to get back on her bike was an embarrassing experience for one Amsterdam Mama. Here she explains why. I was 14 when I asked my Dad if I could take the British Cycling Proficiency Test – his answer was a candid no. He told me that it would be better for all...
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