5 July 2013

The best place to have a Copenhagen coffee


Woodstock Copenhagener Elizabeth
Cool girl inspired by… maybe Woodstock, the music festival back in 1969? I wasn’t even born at that time, but if I was, I sure would have joined, for some peace, love & music :)
Woodstock Copenhagener Elizabeth
Well, back to 2013 and coffee wonder places in wondercool Copenhagen…
Yep, why not have an insider tip on where to grab that delicious Copenhagen cup of mokka this weekend. Danish Elizabeth knows.
1. The Living Room in Larsbjørnsstræde
The Living Room
Located in The Latin Quarter, one of my favorite Copenhagen areas, The Living Room is a cosy and trendy hangout.
2. ... 
Cafe Retro
Peace & Love,
a-g
Ps. A Coca Cola isn’t bad either, especially The Day After a nice night out partying (O; Right here I’m “hugging” my BFF Rikke.
a-g & Coca Cola

3 July 2013

Beginning of July: Black is back and the sun is hiding

Where are you people? Where are you cyclists?
It's the first week of July and Copenhagen is empty. The inhabitants headed for their summer houses and the young generation for Roskilde Festival.

But what did you bring the sun with you?

Black is back
All black pregnant woman.


Black is back
A hint of yellow.

Black is back
Black bag, black clothes, but leopard shoes.

Black is back
Black. Still black

Black is back

Have a nice summer holiday. See you next week with I hope colorful cyclists in the sun :-)

More pictures everyday on Byliv in CPH.

Putting the Share into Bike Share

Paris Bike Culture - Cycling Sociably
Bike share systems are in place in over 500 cities around the world, and the transformational effect on the urban landscape is massive. They have proved to be a real game-changer in our quest to reestablish the bicycle in our cities.

These photos put the 'share' back into Bike Share. Cycling is sociable and certain citizens take bike sharing to the next level. We've seen it in many cities around the world - people doubling on bike share bikes - but here's a selection of photos that we've captured.

Above... Paris.
Barcelona Doubling
Barcelona seems to understand the concept of sharing bike share bikes more than anyone else. Although the design of their Bicing bikes seems to invite passengers more than other bike designs.
Taking Bike Sharing Literally
In a pinch, even the old Bycykel bikes in Copenhagen could accommodate a friend. Just let your passenger have the seat and you can stand up and pedal.
Barcelona Cool
The same applies to any bike, of course. Like Bicing in Barcelona.
Barcelona City Tour 3 Barcelona Cycle Chic June 11 (10)
While the Stand and Deliver technique is popular, the Bicing bikes in Barcelona are used in a much more comfortable way.
Barcelona Doubling by Felix
Just have a seat. Go on a double date.
Barcelona Pushbike
To share a bike share bike you don't necessarily need to be both ON the bike. Here the young lady is pushing the young man along as they chat.
Barcelona 3 Friends_1
But sharing the frame seems to be the most widespread technique. And the most enjoyable.
Barcelona Cycle Chic_1
Even if it's standing room only.
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Another creative technique.
Barcelona Cycle Chic June 11 (16)
And why not share the bike on the school run?

2 July 2013

Catching up on the streets of Copenhagen

Hey all!

My name's Kristina and I'm interning with Copenhagenize for summer 2013. I grew up in West London and am currently a student at the University of Manchester. I took a gap year (which may have turned into gap years...) in Copenhagen before starting university. Only upon starting uni did I realise how ingrained the cycling lifestyle had become in me. Now I'm back in Copenhagen and hitting the streets to find out what the latest cycling trends are.

Two Girls With Bicycles
It's the beginning of July and two girls can be seen here taking their bikes out for a stroll in Frederiksberg. No summer dresses to be seen as even the Danish summer has gone on vacation. However the girls show how to keep it casual in the cool.
Girl in The Purple
Casual Copenhagen look. Keepin' it simple. Keepin' it chic.
Cowboy
Cycling on the wild side of life...
Woman With the Pink Sneakers
Colourful sneakers. Check. Hair bun. Check. Bang on trend.
Girls in Christiania Bike
Hitching a ride in style... Girl Cycling By the Lakes
Fifty shades of green.

Man With the Cool Bike
Someone's pimped out their ride...check out that colour combination!

So that sums up my first day on the job.

Over and out!

K.E.G x