Geeking Out Over Velomobiles: The Bikes That Nerds Will Love


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Velomobile US Tour

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

5 Ways to Transport Tots in a Walking City


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Stroller Alternatives

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

Etsy Finds: Bicycles Built For Home


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Bicycle Décor For the Home From Etsy

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

May Is Bike to Work Month — Get Inspired by Stylish Girls on Bikes!


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Stylish Girls on Bikes 2010-05-17 09:00:03

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

Kate Hudson and Ryder Take Their Bikes For a Spin on the Beach


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Kate Hudson Riding a Bike With Ryder Pictures

Kate Hudson and her son Ryder hopped on their bikes near the beach in Santa Monica yesterday. Ryder sported sunglasses and a helmet while Kate covered up in a hat as they rode around side by side. It was just the latest sunny outing for Kate following a getaway to Mexico earlier this month. Kate's bikini body was on display as she lounged poolside with fiancé Matthew Bellamy, who soaked up the Read more

Ashley Tisdale and Sarah Hyland Hit the Beach in Bikinis For a Photo Shoot With Matt Lanter


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Ashley Tisdale Bikini Pictures With Sarah Hyland, Matt Lanter

Venice Beach got a star-studded dose of fun when Ashley Tisdale, Sarah Hyland, Austin Stowell, and Matt Lanter hit the sand for a photo shoot yesterday. Sarah, who was on a break from filming Modern Family, and Ashley wore bikinis and other beachwear while Matt and Austin rode bikes in flip-flops. It was an especially exciting afternoon for Sarah since she was celebrating her two-year anniversary Read more

7 Health Benefits of Having Sex


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Health Benefits of Having Sex

There are only so many hours in the day for getting physical. Skipping the gym for a little romp isn't something you should do every day, but when you do choose getting sweaty in bed over the exercise bike, you're still burning calories. With Valentine's Day just around the corner, check out the health benefits of getting it on. Thinkstock Read more

Kirsten Dunst and Garrett Hedlund Couple Up For a Bike Ride


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Kirsten Dunst and Garrett Hedlund Dating Pictures

Kirsten Dunst and Garrett Hedlund took to their bikes for a ride near her LA home yesterday. They practically matched in their gray sweats, but the outing wasn't all about exercising — Kirsten also put posters up to publicize her cat's disappearance. Kirsten and Garrett are together in California after spending a few days last month in Utah. They headed to Park City for the Sundance Film Read more

Biking How-To: Change Your Flat Tire


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How to Fix a Flat Tire on Your Bike

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

Trendsetting Cruiser Bikes For Spring


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Best Cruiser Bikes

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