We love eco-friendly modes of transportation here on GeekSugar, but the best way to get around without a carbon footprint is by, well, using your feet. Or in this case, legs. These Velomobiles are the perfect combination of self-powered transport and geeky style. These pod-like contraptions are actually recumbent bikes with an outer shell that keeps you protected from wind, rain, and bugs, and, Read more

And away we go! I just returned from a trip to Amsterdam (Bugaboo flew me there to test out the Donkey — review to come!), but strollers aren't the only way families get around. In a city with more bikes than residents, parents have some creative ways to transport their tots through town...and, without helmets. According to the parents I spoke with on the tram, in the streets, and at cafes, Read more

In case you didn't know, May is American bike month. The Spring month often provides folks the ideal weather for a ride to the park with a picnic basket in tow. To celebrate the age-old pastime, I'm highlighting some of my favorite whimsical wheels for this week's edition of Etsy Finds. Read more

Did you know May is National Bike Month? You don't have to bike 38 miles to work like one guy did, but it would be cool to participate in style. Cute girls on bikes are all the rage these days — street style photogs get snap crazy over them — so here are loads of inspiration from all over the world, including this one from Amsterdam. There's even a shot of me on my cruiser in Costa Rica. Bike Read more

Reese Witherspoon and Matthew McConaughey were all smiles posing side by side today at their Cannes photocall for Mud. During a press conference earlier today, Reese talked about her supporting role in Mud, saying, "I grew up with my brother in a creek, riding dirt bikes, dirt fishing, everything you see the boys in the movie doing. When I read Jeff's script, it felt like home. It's a beautiful Read more

Vacations are meant for relaxing, but sitting around all day can get boring pretty quickly. Whether it's a morning yoga practice on the beach, a spectacular hike, or biking through wine country, choosing a fitness-minded hotel or resort definitely has its perks. Planning your own vacation? Consider one of these fit destinations in your decision — all of which have been tried, tested, and Read more

To celebrate National Bike Month, we're busting out some serious bike gear to make your set of wheels high tech. Whether you want to retire your arm signals in favor of an LED turn signal or are looking for a way to mount your iPhone to use as a GPS guide, check out our list of gadget musts for your bike. Read more

Longer, warmer days mean it's time to dust off your bike and get pedaling. If you pull your bike out of storage only to find one of your tires is flat, fear not. You can fix it. Here are step-by-step instructions from Trek Bikes. The company, which has a great line of women-specific designed bikes, wants to help get gals two wheelin' — be it on the road or mountain. An unexpected flat tire, Read more

As the days grow longer and we eagerly await the arrival of warm Summer nights, many of you will be embracing this season by moving your workouts outside. For some that means taking your runs from the treadmill to the streets, or getting out your outdoor activity gear — which may include tennis rackets, rollerblades, or bicycles. Biking is a great way to burn calories, enjoy the outdoors, and Read more

May has been a busy month for the Geek world! It's National Bike Month, so share some bike pride with a bike-printed iPhone case. With The Avengers' recent release and wedding season in full swing, we're inspired by superhero-themed weddings. In honor of Tim Burton's latest film, Dark Shadows, we took a look at his geeky film credentials. Catch up with our world in the gallery! Read more