5 Must-Have Essentials For Bike Commuters


Updated 04/13/12 1:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What Every Bike Commuter Needs

Riding your bike to work has a myriad of benefits: you'll burn calories, save money, and do your part for the environment. But it's a little more involved than just hopping on your bike and pedaling off into the distance. After you have your route mapped out, you'll need to make sure you've got the right gear to get you there. Read more

Holiday Gift Guide: Two-Wheelin' Friends


Updated 12/09/11 12:58 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Holiday Gifts For Cyclists

From bicycles to shoes, from bright lights to cool shades, we've rounded up everything a cyclist could want this holiday season. If your gal pal is all about two-wheelin' about town or training for endurance century rides, check out our gift selections — you might even find a few items to add to your wish list, too. Read more

Stylish, Urban Bike Clothing to Help You Ditch the Spandex


Updated 10/13/11 3:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Stylish Cycling Clothes For Urban Commuters

Biking to work or around the city for errands should be easy. You want to be able to hop off your bike and head into the office with ease. Unfortunately, there aren't many outfits that are made for the challenges of bike commuting — until now. Check out these picks for fashion-forward cycling clothing. They perform as good as they look! Read more

Physical Graffiti: Motivating "Public" Art


Updated 10/11/11 6:23 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Graffiti and Murals of Running, Cycling, and Swimming

Seeing people on the move inspires me to get up and go, but as they say, a picture is worth a thousand words; murals and graffiti depicting running or cycling have the same effect. I am easily moved. Here is a small collection of "public" art, some sanctioned, some not, that should help motivate you to get physical. Flickr Users drexler and Boris van Hoytema Read more

Bicycle Buff Celebs


Updated 10/11/11 6:23 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Celebrities Who Ride Bikes

Leonardo Dicaprio and Blake Lively have been spotted riding around town in electric bikes. Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel have also explored the terrine on road bikes. Upright, hybrid, or drop bar: celebs are bike fanatics! Here's a quick look at celebs who take care of their bodies (and the environment) by choosing to ride a bike rather than drive. Read more

Junk in the Trunk: Stylish Bike Panniers to Ease Your Load


Updated 09/20/11 8:13 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Best Bike Panniers

After we gave you a peek at some of our favorite bike messenger bags, Elka, our CasaSugar editor, asked: "Since I commute with a toddler, my gear, and the toddler's gear, I've found that a front basket on my bike and slim-fitting panniers that fit under his bike seat work best. Can you do a pannier roundup sometime? I'd love to see what else is out there." When you have a lot of stuff to carry, Read more

There and Back Again: 5 Stylish and Practical Bike Bags


Updated 09/09/11 2:56 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Cute Bike Messenger Bags

With a few exceptions, one of the biggest problems cycling presents is how to carry all that stuff. This is especially true for urban commuters — even the best no-handed rider can't balance a wallet, laptop, and a packed lunch during their ride! While it may seem like any messenger-like bag will do, it's simply not true. When shopping for the perfect bike bag, look for one that's durable, will Read more

Strengthen and Tone With These Fun-in-the-Sun Workouts


Updated 06/30/11 12:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Outdoor Summer Workouts to Tone Muscles

Does the upcoming long holiday weekend have you excited about having fun in the sun? After a Spring of "getting bikini-ready" workouts, now's the time to enjoy what the season has to offer while maintaining your strength-training regimen. No matter which body part you are looking to strengthen and tone, check out these Summer sports that'll work specific parts of your body! Source: Flickr User Read more

Sports to Get Skirty In


Updated 12/09/10 12:07 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Sports That Women Wear Skirts In

Even though women athletes "play hard, get down and dirty, and kick butt," some still like to feel feminine by wearing a skirt. Once required in many sports as a way to keep women modest — think floor length dresses with long sleeves — skirts have become a symbol of individuality and female power by women athletes. And for some, it's just a matter of practicality. One thing is certain: Read more