Eindhoven, October 23, 2010 - During the festive Award Show in Muziekgebouw in Eindhoven, the 17 Dutch Design Awards (DDA) were presented in the presence of an international audience of design professionals. In the categorie “Best Consumer Product 2010” VANMOOF win over also nominated Maarten Baas and Philips. To receive such a high rated award surpasses all expectations of VANMOOF. 

In the presence of an international audience of design professionals VANMOOF received the award for best consumer product of 2010. The minimalistic triangle shaped frame with the integrated lock and LED Lights not only give the VANMOOF a striking and destinquish look, but also a functional and simplistic character fit for daily urban use. Jury quote: ´´Seemingly based on the old fashion Dutch bycicle but technically yet so 2010!´´.

BIKE BROTHERS

VANMOOF was launched only last year by entrepreneurial brothers Taco (32) and Ties (31) Carlier. Together they're bringing a new lease of life to the conservative city bike market by approaching matters from the consumer's point of view rather than that of the supplier's. VANMOOF's success has exceeded all expectations. The brothers’ bikes are being sold in twenty-two countries at two hundred locations and they have been awarded various prizes for innovative management practices. Over one thousand bikes have been sold in Amsterdam alone!

INTERNATIONAL MOVEMENT

The urban bikes have been welcomed with open arms. On VANMOOF's well-visited Facebook page, users from all corners of the globe upload and discuss photos at great length. In many countries, the bicycle tend to be  regarded as a poor man's mode of transportation... something you'd rather not be seen riding. VANMOOF convinces the world to bike by making highly accessible products that are aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly. They add joy to mobility – the fresh air in your hair - and aim to shake the unshakeable.

The VANMOOF No5 is almost sold out in Australia exept 4 retailers: BSC bikes (Melbourne), Top 3 design (Sydney)and Super eliotts (Adelaide) and velo republic in (Canberra). Please give us a call +61449880008 or see www.urbanbicycles.com.au

ArtBike (commencing summer 2010) marries creativity, beauty and sustainability and offers free bike access to Hobart's arts precincts and galleries, all the while promoting healthy and climate-friendly transport. Read more at Treadlie Magazine.

In many countries the bicycle is still perceived as a poor-mans vehicle, something you do not want to be seen on. The many advantages – a cheap, green, fast and relaxed way to move around town – evaporate. As one of the densest and flattest countries in the world, Holland has a long tradition of using bikes for transportation means. Even our royal family rides them. It has nothing to do with income status but with joy and comfort. VANMOOF is an ambitious young Dutch company that originated out of love for bicycles and hunger for change. Simplistic design, brave entrepreneurship and innovative details is what VANMOOF describes. Spreading Dutch tradition around the world is what VANMOOF does.

Top3 by Design has launched their summer catalogue which includes Vannmoof!

Vanmoof's No5  has won the Dutch Design Awards 2010 for Best Consumer Product! A safety lock placed in the minimalist triangular frame and LED lighting make this distinctive bike sturdy yet functional for daily use in the big city. Retro in appearance but technically definitely 2010.

Check out the story on habitusliving.com here!

As seen on Getaway's segment "Melbourne staycation": Back on the ground, cycling is also a wonderful way to take in a city's sights. Melbourne is flat, so it's a lot easier on the cyclist. The Humble Vintage has a fantastic selection of classic and vintage racers, city bikes and ladies' bikes for short-term rental.

They are now renting Amsterdam's Vanmoof "Dutch-style bike". They are creating such a stir in the Netherlands and are as striking as any of the vintage gems on offer at The Humble Vintage.

The sleek, simple and practical bicycles have a brushed alloy frame complete with Brooks leather saddle, three-speed internal gear system and integrated solar powered front and back lights.

GQ Magazine's annual list of the 50 hottest places, people and products has just hit shelves! For a sneak peek of the page VANMOOF features on, click here.