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The bicycle still holds the record as the most sustainable means of transport in history, but how did it evolve and what are the most popular models? Find out by reading the article. Table of Contents The evolution of the most famous bicycle models in history The racing machine: the Draisina The bone-shaking velocipede: the Boneshaker [...]

This is not the first time that the state has come up with initiatives to promote cycling and the wonderful news for the residents of Bologna is the arrival of the 2022 bike bonus. Only people who live and/or work in the municipality of Bologna will be able to apply for an incentive on the purchase of a pedal-assisted bicycle or cargo bike.

After having seen how to plan long activities, from the choice of bike to the choice of route, passing through nutrition and clothing, in this in-depth look we are going to propose the most beautiful routes in Italy in 2022 for your cycling trip! What our country has to offer, in terms of natural beauty, in terms of the [...]

Yes, for all cycling enthusiasts, 3 August 2022 is and will be a day to remember. The Cycling Mobility document was awaiting the final OK from the Unified State-Regions Conference, and received the go-ahead during the extraordinary session on 3 August. This Plan is an integral part of the [...]

If we told you that cargo bikes in the city deliver faster than vans by about 60%, would you believe us? It may sound strange but we are not saying it, but rather much more knowledgeable people, namely researchers and scholars from the University of Westminster through the study 'The Promise of Low-Carbon Freight. Benefits of cargo bikes in London'. The [...]

The event of the year for all bike lovers is on its last leg. Bike Night 2022 will be staged on the Alpe Adria on 23 and 24 July. This is the first Italian long-distance, non-competitive cycling event to take place entirely on cycle paths and at night in various Italian locations. Three locations have been chosen for the [...]

Change your life with a click: no, it's not the famous movie, but the best bicycle on the market, the new iO INBICY. Try closing your eyes and imagine, for a second, how nice it would be to have just one bike for all your needs. A bike that you can modulate according to what you [...]

According to data from the second edition of the 'Ecosistema della Bicicletta' (Bicycle Ecosystem) research, carried out by Banca Ifis, more than 3.2 million bicycles will be manufactured in Italy in 2021, making the Bel Paese in first place among European nations for bicycle production and a leader in smart mobility. A constant increase, deriving also and above all, [...]

In the past few months, we have seen all the major bicycle manufacturers raise their 2022 list prices, blaming first the rise in raw material prices, then the increasingly complex logistics after the Pandemic, and finally the ever-increasing demand for two-wheelers. We go on to analyse the actual state of the bicycle market [...]

In the aftermath of the pandemic crisis, most people have started to go out again to resume their routine, but not without a few tricks. When it comes to moving around the city, there are many citizens who prefer to use private transport to the detriment of public transport, mainly to reduce the risk of [...].

Starting in 2020, the Italian government has made available to citizens the mobility bonus, 500 euro, increased to 750 with the latest decree, to buy a muscular or electric vehicle. The bonus was an immediate success and, in 2020, during the first day of validity all 120 million made available [...].

The arrival of the pandemic has caused quite a few health and economic disruptions and many sectors have undergone major changes. First and foremost is the transport sector and, specifically, mobility and road accidents, which has improved dramatically! In 2020, according to official ISTAT sources, there was a record decrease [...]

Bonus bici 2021: here's how it works and who can use the tax credit of up to EUR 750 By popular demand, the mobility bonus, the national contribution that reimburses part of the purchase of e-bikes and electric scooters, is finally back. We decided to compile this guide on the bike and scooter bonus for [...]

Savings and Benefits... from everyone? Who bought a bike in 2020? He is very lucky. And who is considering a purchase now? So are you! The MEF decree is a document published on 29 October in the Official Gazette, and I invite you to pay attention: it is not the usual Voucher/Discount Bonus, but a tax credit up to [...].

Leave your car keys at home in September. Why? Because there are many ways to embrace a healthier, greener and more cost-effective lifestyle. One of them is to use environmentally friendly means of transportation in the city. Reading this article you will find some really important insights that will help you understand how to [...]

How many entrepreneurs are dealing with the famous 'delivery conundrum in the city centre'? Between yellow zones, red zones, restricted traffic zones and areas impassable by vans and cars, getting the goods to the customer has become a real conundrum. Downtown delivery conundrum, adapt we can We have to adapt to all this. Our cities [...]

Green financing for ebike purchase? Do you want to buy an electric bike but do not want the cost of the bike to affect your family's financial peace of mind? If you too have asked yourself that question, it is because you care about your finances. But if the piggy bank is already set aside for holidays and [...]

This time, there will be no weapons and political-military strategies because the green revolution will start from the squares. The 'cultural rebellion' started from the squares of Milan where the project called 'OPEN STREET' promised a tough fight against polluting vehicles. It is a very ambitious plan to replace the presence of polluting vehicles in order to [...]

If the Mobility Bonus does not arrive, there are always regional super incentives to give us a big help. Everything is focused on green mobility and the regions are investing a lot in this. How can we blame this choice for bringing concrete savings into the pockets of Italians? The shopping opportunities are attractive and losing the incentive [...].

World Bike Day a true story that not everyone remembers or knows, but thanks to its anniversary, today mankind has drastically reduced the distance separating a more liveable world from that abyss called pollution. It all started back in 2015, when Leszek Sibilski, sociology professor and cycling and education activist [...]

Discovering cargo bikes. In recent years, our cities have been investing more and more in safe cycling infrastructure. As a result, people are starting to see the bicycle as an advantageous solution. Each bike model represents a person's lifestyle. And today, we would like to talk about those who for work or [...]

Mobility bonus 2021: everything you need to know Even this year, the mobility bonus is being considered with some very interesting and advantageous innovations also implemented by the individual regions. But from the Government only rumours and zero decrees. It is thought that the opportunities could be double, turning the desire to buy a functional bike into reality. [...]

We pay tribute to one of the first Italian singer-songwriters who defended the environment. Franco Battiato, the history of Italian singer-songwriting, leaves us. He who started the battle for the defence of the environment with music. Since 1980 he has spread concepts and values, still current and contemporary today, 40 years later, such as, the fear that [...]

Life as a mother in 2021. Mum is one of the most important people in our lives. She is not only the one who gave us existence but is also our point of reference. When you think of the warmth of home, togetherness, affection and care, you immediately think of her. The rhythms of life as a [...]

Greener Lombardy. As we know, in addition to being one of the largest regions in Italy, Lombardy is also characterised by a very high level of smog (according to ARPA sources, PM10 levels in Lombardy range from 0.9 to 12 t/km² in metropolitan areas). Citizens have for some time now been trying to make [...]

Mobility difficulties in Liguria. We all know Liguria for how popular it is with Italian and foreign tourists but also for the traffic that characterises it. You are about to get the perfect solution to reach any place in the city without being slowed down by urban traffic. Read on to reap all the benefits against [...]

The endless costs of commuting in big cities have become truly unsustainable. I am about to reveal to you how you can save money and better control the costs associated with commuting in big cities to respect the environment and improve your life. How to cut the endless costs of commuting in big cities. Continue reading our [...]

If you are here, it is because you want to find out how a businessman gets to his office smoothly and easily. Stay focused and don't miss a single one of the basic elements related to his mobility choices. Starting with safety, dynamism, smart mobility, elegance or the environment. Once again, the big [...]

Stop cars in cities thanks to 4 million euros earmarked for the construction of cycle paths to connect Italian universities and railway stations, the main junctions and urban transport. We will start designing a new urban mobility in Italy, starting from the very environments most sensitive to energy and economic issues, and we will end up, if [...]

Cities are calling for clean air and smog is not letting up. After the first Lockdown, we realised how different the air smells, especially in big cities. It is pointless to point the finger at someone or something. It is lifestyles that impose on us certain tight and often unhealthy rhythms, [...].

REAL SUPER HEROES RIDE BICYCLES. And if that sounds strange to you, ask Robert Downey Jr, or better known as IRONMAN. If this time you were hoping to receive chocolates and ties from the comfort of your sofa, you are wrong. This year on Father's Day, you'll have to be the one to prove yourself to become the [...]

Can I Cycle in the Red Zone? Can I Go Out Cycling in the Red Zone? Italy has been "going out and coming back" from the Coloured Zones for some time now, but what many readers ask us is: "Can we go out and come back for our cycling even though we are in the Red Zone?" The answer is yes, but only for single sport activity, [...]

How to choose a folding bike? The folding bike is a type of bike that performs a dual function. That of a classic bike and that of a space-saving means. There are hundreds of models on the market: those that close with hinges or special attachments or those that, certainly more securely, close thanks to a trolley [...].

How safe are folding bikes in city centres? And why does the end user always fear the stability of these space-saving means of transport? Every day, bike specialists are questioned about this means of transport, which seems to have triggered a real revolution in urban mobility in large urban centres throughout Europe. In fact, there are many [...]

Women's Day. The bicycle was the first ally for female independence, a union that in some ways marked the beginning of women's emancipation in the world. After the second half of the 19th century, the 'velocipede' appeared in the eyes of Europeans, with the intention of revolutionising the world. But given the costs, its use was reserved only for [...].

It has now been almost two months since the first episode of Tour de Fans, our monthly appointment on the instagram channel where we chat with friends, customers and experts. At Donno Bikes, we are thrilled with the great feedback we have received, with so many of you following us all the time, which encourages us to keep [...]

The electric bike beats public transport in savings. Just some thirty years ago, buses, trains and the metro had all the makings of lower transport costs and air pollution, but today, the electric bike has taught us that you can travel at 'zero cost', and save on public transport costs too. [...]

Innovative, or perhaps better said, alternative suspensions, for Cargo and urban mobility bikes. Yes, because when we talk about suspension, we always think of the classic suspension fork or the 'spring' in the frame; and when we go to a shop to buy a bike, specifically a Cargo or an urban mobility bike, we are [...]

After driving the vehicle, we carried out our usual meticulous technical analysis of the Taga Family Electric. There are many features that make this vehicle unique and multifunctional. We will discover them in detail starting from its very soul: the chassis. Taga Family Elettrica, the technical analysis of the chassis The Taga Family's chassis is entirely made [...]

The Taga Family Electric conveys such new sensations of movement that it almost feels like driving a vehicle of the future, ready to revolutionise our urban and extra-urban travel habits. Maybe it is because it is easy to drive and has great stability, but this vehicle instils unparalleled security and confidence. Driving [...]

Taga Family Electric, the technician answers Today we will be answering the six most frequently asked questions about the Taga Family Electric with the support of our technician Omar. Recently presented after a worthwhile test drive and a detailed technical analysis, we have given space to your curiosity, and as usual, opened up new scenarios. Taga Family Electric, [...]

In the last year in Italy there has been a real 'boom' in cycling, the increase in cycle paths and in general attention to sustainable mobility.After careful research, we found that in May, according to an analysis by Eco Counter, there was a 39.81% increase in the use of bicycles compared to the previous year.

Our country is increasingly devoting itself to the creation of new-generation urban planning projects dedicated to cycling. There are a great many improvements aimed at soft mobility, the protection and maintenance of urban spaces and, above all, of nature. The image of Urban Ecosystem 2021 is closely linked to the environmental resources of Italy's capitals. Cities such as [...]

Ahooga Comfort Folding: new riding sensations If you're looking for an ideal bike to avoid traffic and the ever-crowded means of transport, you've just found it. We tested the Ahooga Comfort Folding to discover all the new riding sensations. The Ahooga Comfort makes its way into the world of functional bikes because of its multiple souls that can offer [...]

Ahooga Comfort Technical Review We have road-tested the electric Ahooga Comfort Folding, and now we just have to develop its technical review. We were taught that it can be opened and closed in 10 seconds, and it's true. As true as it is that its footprint when folded is 85x74x [...].

It was the turn of the Ahooga Comfort Folding this time, and as every week the expert answered your questions, opening up new and unprecedented technical scenarios. To our great surprise, we found that the product aroused a lot of curiosity and with this article we share with you the 10 most frequently asked questions. The expert answers on spaces and [...]

All about Ahooga Modular After delving technically into the Ahooga Modular product, we received dozens and dozens of enquiries and submitted to our technical expert, the 15 most frequently asked questions from our customers about Ahooga: the result is as comprehensive and straightforward as one could expect (here is a video extract). [...]

  Cycling and fashion, a combination that over the years has proved ambiguous but at the same time innovative. Several designers are passionate about this sport, and we have thus witnessed creations and trends that have in a way absorbed the bike world and their urban ideals of freedom and eco-sustainability. [...]

Technical review Ahooga modular bike We climbed into the saddle of the AHOOGA MODULAR, and experienced first-hand the riding qualities of this lightweight cargo bike. Now we will discover the technical details that make it the leader in its market segment and winner of the Red Dot Design 2020 award. The bike features an ultra-light frame technologically [...]

The super slim electric modular bike that will revolutionise the concept of movement. The first time you get on an Ahooga Modular, you become familiar with a bike that surprises you immediately. After a few pedal strokes on the road, the feeling we get is that of a controlled and light ride, reactive but at the same time [...]

The invention of the bicycle provided mankind with the first two-wheeled means of human transport, its evolution over time also enabled the emancipation of women, becoming a symbol of progress, leisure, freedom and fun. Its value has been perpetuated over time and this historic means of transport today represents hope for a better future [...].

  When we talk about E-bikes, one of the fundamental components we need to know about is the battery. It is thanks to it that the so-called assisted pedalling is generated, which allows us to easily tackle even long distances. The characteristics of the battery obviously vary depending on the type of accumulator installed on the bike. The most common and most [...]

  We have seen how the bicycle is being used a lot in the city in recent times to get around quickly in traffic and to move nimbly in car-free city centres. However, it is also becoming a much-loved means of transport for out-of-town trips and journeys to discover unspoilt nature. An increasing number [...]

Cargo Bike Spicy Curry Carry our children everywhere. Loading tools or goods for delivery with maximum comfort is only the beginning. Everything else is called Spicy Curry: the only cargo bike that combines technology and economy for your family or business. In less than 2 metres the Cargo Bike [...]

  This week we asked ourselves whether Italy is a cycle-friendly country or not. We took a closer look at our country to better understand how it is structured and organised to accommodate us bikers. We obviously realised that there are municipalities that are more organised than others and cycling cities that are already a great little [...]

Singers, actors, famous sportsmen and influencers. The bicycle has become the most popular means of transport for celebrities in recent years. There are those who do it for sport, those who simply for practicality, getting around the big cities more easily and quickly. Of course there are also those who cycle for publicity, to show themselves in a 'new' guise [...].

  Dear friends, it is time to take stock: 2021 is upon us! The year 2020 is almost at an end, and for all of us it is time to take stock. We have tried to define these strange months lived with uncertainty and fear, but it is not easy to circumscribe something so unexpected and powerful. The most important thing [...]

  It was nice to give you gift ideas for a different, original and conscious Christmas. The three fantastic models we have told you about can really become your everyday means of transport. They are designed both for those who love to spend every free moment on a bicycle and for those who are not accustomed to [...].

  An e-bike under the tree 2020 will undoubtedly bring us a different, more collected, less chaotic Christmas than in other years. The health situation we are currently experiencing limits aggregation but somehow allows us to enjoy family more intensely. Regardless of what will be the new and perhaps a [...]

Are electric and pedal-assisted bicycles the same thing? We often receive questions about electric bicycles and pedal-assisted bicycles. I would like to shed some light on the subject. Indeed, sometimes the use of these terms creates some confusion. )) We kept giving individual answers until we [...]

Dear Friends, Yesterday was a very busy day. I am going against the grain to say that the portal, considering the turnout was well managed. No portal in the world is capable of handling such concentrated traffic. There were several problems with Post ID, the main provider of the SPID identity. InfoCert also had its moments of blocking. This is related [...]

Dear friends, Donno Bikes has always been committed to giving the utmost value in everything it does, and our Team Premuroso puts a lot of effort into it every day. So also for the voucher, we wanted to see for ourselves how to apply for the € 500 voucher to be used towards the purchase of a bicycle. E [...]

Dear Friends, DONNO BIKES has always tried to give the best value to its customers. Our caring team works hard every day. With caring for you we have followed today, despite several difficulties step by step how to apply for the BONUS MOBILITY. With love and thoughtfulness for you we have realised [...]

Dear Friends, Did you know that our Caring Team wakes up with the question "How can we give more value to our customers?! Do you want facts and not words #bastaleparolevogliamoifatti ? Here they are! Some of our customers have complained that: They did not make the SPID identity in time and now it takes time; [...].

BICYCLE BONUS 2020 Dear Friends, finally in a few days it will be possible to apply for the BICYCLE BONUS 2020! We are just a few days away from the Click Day on 3 November for the Bicycle Bonus 2020 application! We want all our customers and those who are about to buy one of our functional bicycles just these days to obtain the [...]

Ahooga Modular Electric Bicycle "The birth of a new star" The electric bicycle is entering our lives in the same way that the mobile phone did, to become an indispensable object for our lifestyle. Fortunately, it is also much healthier than most of the objects we consider indispensable today. But this [...]

Looking for a Brompton folding bike? Read this article to find out which bike knocks it out of the park, and why there are so many folding bikes on the market, but none like the legendary Brompton! You have to admit it, the Brompton folding bike made folding bike history and it's not at all easy to top it. But the world is not [...]

Motor and the electric kit for the bicycle With this article I would like to talk to you about the motor and the electric kit for the bicycle and answer some frequently asked questions. First of all I would like to say that the motor is included with the electric kit for the bicycle, so when we talk about the electric kit, also known as the e-kit, we mean including the motor. [...]

After much discussion about this, this is it! It's 3 November, the click day for the bike bonus, and it's getting closer and closer. We have already written about it and done a live broadcast, however we want to give you a detailed guide and some useful tips for how to apply for the famous mobility bonus and who [...]

Ahooga folding electric bike Most of the time, when we meet our customers who would like to buy an Ahooga folding electric bike, they ask us: What will it be like to pedal uphill? Is it easy or will I struggle a lot? Think about it...how many times have you given up a bike ride because of climbs or unstable terrain? Would you like to cycle at the [...]

Taking children to school with Covid-19, what is the best way? Alas! Summer is coming to an end. Beautiful days, the sea, evenings outdoors have made us almost forget the scenario from a science fiction book we all experienced this spring. They have made us forget to the point of engaging in behaviour that jeopardises the open [...]

Functional bicycles for everyone thanks to the bike bonus! Get your € 500 refund! There is finally clarity on the 500 € bonus. The government gives a definitive answer: you can get a € 500 bonus by buying bicycles or another type of vehicle, e.g. electric scooters, segways, hoverboards and monowheels. Who [...]

Electric bike bonus: €500 government incentive Have you also heard about this new Relaunch Decree with incentives of up to €500 for the purchase of a personal and sustainable means of transport? All eyes are on the decree and the government decisions. Thus, from the latest draft of 11 May, the entire chapter 205 [...]

Riders, electric cargo bike or scooter? Are you a rider and looking for a means of transport best suited to your needs? This article will be very useful for you. It is no secret that the work of Riders will increase significantly in the coming years. Home food delivery is a booming sector. [...]

7 secrets to reaping the benefits of change! Change is inevitable and a part of our lives. We often dream that it magically changes for the better. But who among us is not afraid of change for real? While in reality there are 3 parts of our brain, each quite independent and evolved at different times [...].

Happy Easter 2020! It's Easter soon, a bit like that, a bit distant. But with HOPE! With the hope that soon we will be able to get out of our house-castles where we were shut in for so long.And slowly we will be able to return to normal. Rising up like Jesus Christ. What will our new NORMALITY 2.0 look like? What will it bring us? All [...]

Life during and after the coronavirus. Would you like to wake up and discover that all this is just a bad nightmare, or come on, a pajama adventure for the lazy ones? It took me quite a while to accept the truth, - unfortunately this is our Reality 2.0 with no possibility of going back to the previous version. "Reality 2.0 [...]

Thudguard baby helmet. 1TP5 I stay at home, watch my children alone, tidy up, cook, act as a teacher to my eldest son and as a psychologist to family and friends. I do smart working 6 hours a day and follow the work chat h 24, 100 messages a minute. Then there is the chat of the [...]

Coronavirus and pollution - what if we could defeat them together? We are good and we stay at home. We only go out to work or to go shopping. What if we did it by bike? I mean, we already do it on the bike, both now during quarantine and in normal life. Because there's nothing normal about [...].

Doesn't it feel like living in a Steven Spielberg film? It does to me. And as surreal as it sounds, the best thing we can do at the moment is to stay at home. And take the bike, where possible, when we really have to go to work or when we do our weekly shopping. Already you don't go out, [...]

The electric cargo bicycle during the coronavirus and afterwards. We are Italians. We have understood the gravity of the situation and are taking more and more measures. We have become very good and we stay at home. We sing from the balconies and applaud each other for our efforts. We still have 2-3 weeks at home. If it goes well

In the times of the coronavirus, here is the foldable medical aid you can always carry with you! It is called Ahooga and it is a personal folding bike that becomes a part of you. Compact, lightweight and very efficient! Perfect for discreet travel within a radius of about 10 km, with this bike you can go out and breathe [...].

Coronavirus, From midnight on 10.03.2020 the whole of Italy is a RED ZONE We are all under quarantine with a request from the government, which absolutely must be respected, to stay at home and move around as little as possible. In fact, this is the only way we can defeat the virus. By avoiding contact and populated places and following the utmost hygiene. [...]

Coronavirus, 7 ways to fight it effectively Being a mother and observing all that is happening because of the corona virus, I can't help but think back to the days of far more serious epidemics, e.g. bubonic plague. By the way, that too had come from China. So, let me introduce myself, my name is Natalya, I have 2 [...].

Top 4 functional bikes for people living in Milan to keep up with this beating heart of Italy! For you, we have created a selection of the best functional bicycles for Milan. To live this wonderful city in style! Spicy Curry. The queen of the 2-wheeled family bikes, the top of the YUBA range, the [...]

4 Green places to visit in Milan City with children! Milan is a metropolis, big, beautiful and unfortunately with a high pollution rate. Yet it is perfectly bikeable and there are many beautiful, super green places in the heart of the metropolis to visit. We have chosen four of them. Milan's hydroscalo. It was inaugurated in [...]

"Coronavirus is not a reason to lock yourself away." Coronaviruses were identified in the mid-1960s and are known to infect humans and some animals. The target cells are the epithelial cells of the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts. A novel Coronavirus is a new strain of coronavirus that has not previously been identified [...].

Everyone knows that in winter, flu and viruses reign everywhere. It is hard to find a person, especially if they have small children at home, who has never had a cold, the flu or not caught some virus during the winter, the common name for almost all viral diseases. This year we also have the corona virus [...]

Turn your bicycle into an electric bike Do you have a bicycle you care about and don't want to change it? But sometimes you leave it in the garage because the distance to cover is a bit too much and you don't want to arrive all sweaty? You also think about buying an electric bike, but you don't because there [...]

An electric bicycle is a reliable friend. If you are looking for YOUR BICYCLE, which is not the usual bike. You need a bike that is a friend, that accompanies you in your daily life, a modern workhorse that allows you to face each day with drive and that will always be at your side, - then you will find it [...]