Known for being one of the most bike-friendly cities around the world, it’s not just the bikers who make a fashion statement in Helsinki. Many of the bikes are an artform all on their own. Here are a few of my favorite avant-garde and very hipster Helsinki bikes.
The Classic Bike – Complete with basket, this is the typical style bike one finds parked outside of coffee shops, restaurants and trendy boutiques.
The Bohemian Bike – This was one of several bikes decorated by locals during Helsinki Day, an annual event celebrating the city’s June 12th birthday.
The Colorful Bike – Dressed in summer flowers, this is another bike decorated for Helsinki Day.
The Off-Beat Bike – In true Helsinki fashion, bikes are meant to have their own personality and flair.
The Kiddie Bike – Children apparently learn the art of bike-riding at a very early age.
The Kickbike – Not your typical bike, this mode of transportation has the front wheel of a bike and a small rear wheel resembling that of a scooter.
Megan Eileen McDonough is writer, blogger and social media specialist based in New York City. She also runs Bohemian Trails, a lifestyle blog designed for the savvy and stylish traveler. Bohemian Trails aims to feature must-see places around the world, covering everything from revamped neighborhoods and vibrant street art to innovative tech hubs and everything in between. Her cultural escapades have taken her to Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Megan is also a freelance writer and social media specialist based in New York City. She contributes to various online and print publications in the travel and fashion industries and is an international correspondent for both Jetsetter and Northstar Travel Media.
