Trek and Firefox bicycles in Bangalore

E-waste. Ozone holes. Angry polar bears. Every conscientious citizen of the world is aware of the risks our planet faces by way of unthinking use of its resources.

That’s why the bike shop, Bums on the Saddle — yes, you read it right — has lined up global bike brands Trek and Firefox, to stock the latest cutting edge features, razor-sharp design and cool colours. The Trendy Sportstah spotted a grey Firefox Viper that would be just right for her coffee-estate weekends.

Launched by a bunch of guys who cycled to work and then took off on a let-everyone-in trip, BOTS has road bikes (for days when it’s okay to turn up at work with mussed-up hair) and mountain bikes (for when it’s okay not to turn up at work). They also have a gang that goes out regularly for bike rides.

Get out the sunblock. Pick up some energy bars. And go out there to outshine the boys with a girls-only gang. Save the world while doing it — and get toned legs in the bargain.

Bums On The Saddle, #327, III Floor 15 Cross, 2 Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore. Email: cycles@bumsonthesaddle.com. Website: www.bumsonthesaddle.com. Prices: Rs 10,000-47,000.