Whilst last/this week’s LFW shows were mostly about different textures and oversized coats, the streets of London were of similar fashion with plenty of denim on top.
Photos by Adam Katz via W Magazine and Soren Jepsen / The Locals via Vogue.
If you are like me, determined to not wear lycra whilst cycling to work then read on…. This is the essentials for daily commuters and occasional cycling enthusiasts. No crazy lingo and simple stuff only, to ensure a smooth ride. Continue reading “MY CYCLING COMMUTER ESSENTIALS” →
No doubt my favourite look this winter has been wearing my double denim combo aka Canadian tuxedo. Practical for cycling and suprisingly not too casual, this pair look great together by day and night. I have been rotating the look between trainers and smart shoes. Here, wearing Levi’s denim shirt and Topshop Leigh jeans with silver Zara brogues (old).
Too often than not the saddle on your bicycle is not fitted according to your height. It is true that some people like me for example prefer to have their saddle lowered down so that it is easier to use your feet for balancing when you are stopping. However this might have some bad implications on your knees in the long term and therefore is not good for every day commuting. Continue reading “PERFECT SADDLE HEIGHT” →
This week’s Project V participant is Sarah – friendly and fun East London shop co-owner of Isambard’s cycles.
So you finally decided to be brave and cycle to work (hooray), or maybe it was a spur of a moment kinda thing because someone bought you a bike (lucky you!). Whether it is the ‘new year, new you’ kinda attitude, the cost of public transport or anything else that brought you to this page here are my top tips that will help you love your new way to commute to work: Continue reading “BEGINNERS GUIDE TO CYCLING IN LONDON” →
I use my bike to commute from home to the gym, and then work and meetings during the week so it’s important for me to be able to maintain my personal style when riding but still be able to cycle comfortably. Quality of clothing to me is everything – if it doesn’t feel effortless and incredible to wear on and off the bike then it probably isn’t right. Right now in this cold and rainy English winter, I’m loving Folk’s waterproof raincoat layered on top of a pair of No Such Thing’s activewear leggings and a crisp white button down shirt.
2. What do you ride?
I have a step through white steel framed Danish bike for everyday riding – sturdy and practical. I also own a vintage Colnago CX road bike with a shiny chromed steel frame. I helped build it 3 years ago after being inspired by reading Robert Penn’s ‘It’s All About TheBike’. Now I take it on cycling adventures around London and beyond.
3. Favourite place in London:
I love the vibe of Broadway Market on Saturdays. To me it’s always been a beautifully buzzing centre of East London and a perfect way to start the weekend off on a happy social note. I usually start with a coffee at Climpson’s, working my way down to the canal stopping to get a bite to eat or for a chat.
(Apart from my own) 😉 I really like visiting Triangle Store on Chatsworth Road in Clapton. It’s got a great mix of midcentury furniture and Scandinavian minimal accessories. Also the dog living there is incredible and always has time for a cuddle.
A water- and splash-proof backpack is essential in the colder weather to carry essentials like gym kit and laptop. I’m obsessed with Kate Sheridan’s version made of hardwearing waxed British cotton – whenever it’s out in the rain it just needs a wipe clean with a damp cloth and it’s back to looking brand new!
Anywhere and everywhere around Hackney and East London.
1. Describe your cycling style
Comfy and casual
2. What do you ride?
I actually have no idea… A dark blue vintage bike with a brown landrover seat.
3. Favourite place in London?
The canal. Can’t beat an early morning run down the canal!
4. Favourite shop
Hmm can’t think of a shop, but I can’t go past a chicken Katsu wrap from the School Yard Market on Saturdays.
5. Cycling item you can’t live without
My Nike’s
We can find you riding…
East London… Not game enough to venture any further.. yet!
Thank you for participating Amanda. If you would like to be featured, please get in touch via velondonista@gmail.com
Whilst visiting Madrid last week I was eager to try out BiciMAD, capital’s own electric bicycle sharing program. Continue reading “BiciMAD – ELECTRIC BIKE SHARING IN MADRID” →
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