VANMOOF: Always One Step Ahead... this time they get Electrified!

The forward thinking Dutch brand have announced the newest member to their Urban bicycle range, the VANMOOF 10 Electrified.

"The VANMOOF 10 Electrified learns from advances in the car industry and combines the GPS tracking, smart power control and a lightweight, integrated battery. The VANMOOF Electrified represents the next leap forward in our VANMOOF mission to empower urban commuters worldwide."

Features of the bicycle include:

• Smart Power Assist
• Boost your pedal power by up to 80%.
• "The bike's onboard computer monitors your cycling behaviour via a sensor, adjusting the bike's electric power - supplied via the small, lightweight motor in the bike's front wheel - accordingly."

• Dashboard
• Keep track of your progress with the integrated dashboard and remote control.
• "Its display features both a battery indicator and a motor power indicator. What's more, the corresponding remote control allows you to turn your bike on and off as required."

• GPS Tracking
• A new dimension in security.
• "(...) offers the solution to tracing the location of your bicycle, should it go astray. This is the Holy Grail for urban cycling, effectively rendering theft obsolete."

Don't get too excited just yet though, this model won't be hitting stores until 2014. However, 200 first-run editions will be available this year to individuals who are willing to participate in 'test-driving' the bike and provide feedback to the product development team. If you're interested in getting involved with the project visit VANMOOF's website and be sure to follow Luv Handles for news and updates.

Bikini Bike Ride

Luv Handles Annual Bikini Bike Ride

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Get your kit off and your ‘kini on! This is a once a year spectacular where our LH-ers greet the sun, blue skies and crisp commons with sexy saddles and semi-nudity.

Cycling between greens across London, the Annual Bikini Bike Ride is the perfect way to soak up some sun, meet new people and cause a bit of a stir. Open to guys and gals, however nudists need not apply. This is NOT the Naked Bike Ride.

Apologies to Mountain Bikes, Hybrids, Bromptons etc, this is only for Vintage, Classic, Retro, Dutch and Cruiser style bicycles. If you’re unsure if your ride makes that cut, just send us a pic and we’ll let you know.

There will be prizes on the day for the likes of:

The Sexiest Saddle

Foxiest Frame

Most Double Takes

Cutest ‘Kini

Most Strapping Lad

Hottest Couple

Announce your interest and/or attendance, by visiting our facebook page or email us to say 'COUNT ME IN' and we’ll keep you posted with updates.

Send A Pic - Win Yourself A Pet Basket !

Woof Woof!

What's that you say?

Woof Woof!

Luv Handles are having a FREE doggy bike basket giveaway?!

WOOF!

No way!

Woof woof woof woof woof.

And all I have to do is send them a pic of me, my bike and my dog?

WOOF WOOF!!

Alrighty Mr., let's get snapping!

Don't Leave Your Dog Hanging...

Do you have a bike and a dog but no basket? Love to ride but hate leaving your best pal behind? Well, now you don’t have to. Here at LH we LUV your pooches. Upload a pic of you, your dog and your bike to our facebook page to be in with the chance to win a free basket. The photo with the most likes and comments wins! WOOF WOOF

P.S.Thanks to Fairdale for this pic and don't fret animal lovers, this fella's been photoshopped in ;)

*T&C's: Entries accepted until midnight, April 31st, 2013. Only one doggy basket to giveaway, to one winner. Make your pic stand out. Whether it be funny, creative, quirky or cute, we want your snaps! Captions will be accepted but are to be kept at a minimum of 15 words. 'Comments' and 'Likes' are worth 1 point each. The photo with the most points will win. 'Comments' or 'Likes' from the owner/person posting do not count.  Only ONE photo//entry per person.

Hermès Spring/Summer 2013 Campaign: A Sporting Life.

Take a peek at Hermès latest S/S 2013 collection, 'A Sporting Life!'

Shot by Nathaniel Goldberg in Italy's beautiful Lake Como and featuring one of our favourite models, (the Dutch bicycle). 

Wind in your silk scarf, bare legs and a bike. Bliss!

FREE PEOPLE'S 'GIRLS ON BIKES' CAMPAIGN… OUR KIND OF BOHO BIKE FASHION!

Check out these lovelies in Free People's January 2013 catalogue… Vintage treasures, classic Dutch styles and sweet Step-throughs. Wicker baskets, decorated crates and flowers in tow. There's even crocheted skirt guards. Drool over their beautiful new range of clothing too.

Here are a few of our favourites from the Amsterdam shoot…

All images taken from the Free People 'Girls on Bikes' January 2013 campaign.

But where can you get a bike like the styles featured in the shoot? LUV HANDLES of course! Be sure to browse our range of bicycles to get the complete look.

Winter Fashion Fix

Men's Winter Must-Haves.

With the rain always around the corner, staying dry is important this Winter.

Make sure you're never caught off guard, with the stylish Water off a Duck's Back coat and the equally sleek Cooper Revival Fixed Gear bike. In case the rain does hit you, stay tuned with the Knog 20 tool and Porno Patches and keep your rear end nice and dry with the Ass Saver. The Basil Waterproof Messenger bag will make sure your goods get there dry and in style. As always, keep yourself safe and snug with the Bern Watts Helmet.

Shown in picture:
Bicycle, Cooper Revival.
Coat, Water off a Duck's Back.
Mudguard, Ass Saver.
Multi Tool, Knog 20 Tool.
Patch Repair Kit, Porno Patches.
Helmet, Bern Watts.
Bag, Basil Messenger.

Sony Music Charity Give Away

Holy Guacamole!

Just a few days ago we spent the morning (from a very unholy hour) installing a sweet display at Sony Music HQ, London. We're giving away a Creme Bicycle (yup,you guessed it...a Holymoly) in the name of charity. Christopher Place to be exact. 

The lucky staff at Sony will be able to purchase raffle tickets to go in for a chance to win their choice of the men's or women's model, with all proceeds from sales going to a very good cause. Christopher Place is the Speech, Language, and Hearing center "helping children speak for themselves".  Hopefully ticket sales are good as the display looks. Check out the pics below...

A big thanks to the boys at Firecracker Works Ltd. for creating the set design and for loaning us their teeny-tiny helpers.

We look forward to announcing the winner, and handing over a beautiful new Creme Bicycle.  For more beautiful bikes you can look at the Luv Handles Facebook Page.