Basil – Enjoy Your Bike Rides Even More!
We are Basil . We love cycling and want you to enjoy it just as much. That’s why we create beautiful and functional bicycle accessories that inspire you to ride more often. Cycling is not just a means of transport – it benefits both your health and mood, bringing daily joy and movement.
A Story That Began with a Simple Wish
Our journey started more than 40 years ago when Ine van Dam walked into Nico van Balveren’s bicycle shop looking for a wicker basket for her bike. Nico decided to make the basket himself, which made Ine incredibly happy. But what delighted her the most was that this basket made cycling even more comfortable and enjoyable.
Since that moment, Basil has been dedicated to making cycling even more enjoyable by offering high-quality and stylish accessories designed with your needs in mind. Our passion is to develop solutions that make cycling significantly more convenient, practical, and fun.
Why Do We Do It?
We want to understand why and when people choose to cycle – and why they sometimes don’t. Every day, we learn how to make cycling even easier and more enjoyable, combining this knowledge with our sense of quality, style, and functionality.
Join us and let’s spread the joy of cycling together!
Discover New Possibilities with Basil
Cyclists all over the world use Basil bicycle accessories to make their daily rides more comfortable and stylish. Our selection includes bicycle baskets, cargo boxes, pet baskets, bike-mounted backpacks, handbags, mounting solutions, and many other practical accessories. Choose a product that suits your needs and style and enjoy the freedom that cycling offers!
Basil’s History
1934 – Marinus Johannes van Balveren opens a bicycle shop in the town of Silvolde (Ulftseweg).1962 – His son, Nico van Balveren, takes over the shop.1976 – Nico creates the first wicker bicycle basket and begins importing them from Yugoslavia, establishing the Basil brand (the name comes from “van Balveren” and “Silvolde”).1980 – Basil starts importing steel baskets as well.1992 – Opening of a new warehouse in Ulft.1998 – The company’s headquarters move from Silvolde to Ulft.2001 – Marthijn van Balveren takes over the company’s leadership from his father, Nico.2005 – Basil introduces its first colorful bicycle bag – Jasmin . Many successful designs follow.2006 – Basil wins the FietsRAI innovation award for the BasSolid mounting solution, which allows baskets to be attached to different types of luggage racks.2009 – Halfords names Basil as Supplier of the Year.2010 – Basil is included in the Het Trend Book at Dutch Design Week as one of 150 outstanding companies and designers.2015 – Basil wins the Kruitbosch Supplier of the Year award.2016 – Basil celebrates its 40th anniversary !
Join us and let’s spread the joy of cycling together!
Basil – Quality and Design Since 1976
Since 1976 , we have been committed to making cycling even more enjoyable. Our own range of bicycle baskets and bags has been developed to ensure that every cyclist finds the perfect solution for their needs.
Thoughtful Design – Functional and practical solutions.Modern Look – Stylish and up-to-date accessories.High Quality – Durable and reliable products.Years of Experience – On the market since 1976.
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