“Fiets” is Dutch for “bike.” “Bakfiets” is a cargo bike, generally with a carrying bin on the front like a wheelbarrow. “Fietscultuur” is, well, what it looks like. A great delight in Amsterdam is watching the endless variety of people and bikes. Here are a few images.
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- Talking and riding is everywhere
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- Look closely at the spring-mounted dog leash connection
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- Mom and kids–with a front basket for baby
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- A “bike boat” for the canals
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- Dress up, dress down
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- Ride at any age–this guy’s a youngster.
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- How to haul landscape supplies
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- Pink bag, baseball hat–NOT an Amsterdammer!
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- Curbside mechanics available
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- Wait–not a bicycle!
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- Hot rod
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- Classic bakfiets
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- Beer wagon/tour bus–everyone pedals!
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- Amsterdam even has bikes that don’t go anywhere….
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- OK, not a bike but looks like you should pedal it