Fit For December: Must Haves


Updated 12/01/10 8:10 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Fitness Products and Gifts For Winter

Even though it's officially gift giving season, you might have your eyes on a few treats for yourself. The holiday season may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it surely isn't the healthiest. If a new piece of gear or a shiny new gadget will help keep you motivated through the month of December, I say that's a small price to pay for health. Here are my picks to keep you warm, healthy, Read more

5 Craveworthy Backpacks For Your Laptop


Updated 08/26/10 3:50 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Back to School Backpacks

Not only does your wardrobe need updating for the Fall back-to-school shopping season, but your laptop could use a new home as well. Rather than toting your machine in a shoulder bag (that could wreak havoc on your neck and shoulders), why not consider a stylish backpack to store your laptop, books, and other essentials? Backpacks don't have to be ugly, you know. To prove it, I've found five that Read more

Score a Cool Tech Bag and Some Savings From Timbuk2


Updated 05/21/10 9:05 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Tech Bags From Timbuk2 Including Vert Laptop Sleeve

A couple of weeks ago FitSugar let me in on all the cool bags she spotted while visiting the Timbuk2 offices. Of course I was most excited to hear about the tech bags. While a good majority of Timbuk2's messenger bags and backpacks already come with built-in laptop sleeves, there are also bags designed especially for iPads, e-readers, and netbooks. The latest offering from the company is the Vert Read more

This Guy Biked 38 Miles to Work — How Was Your Morning?


Updated 05/13/10 4:00 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 6 comments

Video of Timbuk2 CEO Mike Wallenfels Commuting 38 Miles to Work

I could not have asked for a better Bike to Work Day: San Francisco has brand new bike lanes, I scored a new bag, and it was perfect bicycle weather. Best of all it reminded me that I should be biking to work every day, not just a few times a week like I do now. I was also reminded of this when I toured the Timbuk2 offices last week. Not only does CEO Mike Wallenfels ride 38 miles to work, three Read more

Take a Tour of Timbuk2


Updated 05/10/10 9:17 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Pictures of Timbuk2 Offices and San Francisco Factory

Being the bike enthusiast that I am, I was excited to check out the new Timbuk2 offices in San Francisco. Best known for its messenger bags, the Timbuk2 line has grown over the years to include backpacks, totes, and tech cases to suit the changing needs of its customers. While there I met the company's new CEO — by way of Mountain Hardware — Mike Wallenfels, previewed the Fall 2010 line, and Read more

Love It or Leave It? Timbuk2 Laptop Sleeve


Updated 08/01/07 7:32 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 32 comments

Love It or Leave It? Timbuk2 Laptop Sleeve

With Fall around the corner, I can't help but think about adding some new pieces to my wardrobe, including a new laptop sleeve. As soon as I saw this Timbuk2 sleeve I realized it was a perfect fit. This oatmeal cotton canvas bag comes fully lined with corduroy for additional protection and includes custom hardware and a leather bottom for extra flair. Available in medium (fits 13.3" Macbooks), Read more