How can you retire early?

 It is all about the spending. I personally like the bicycle tip. Thinking of some people I know doing that is an interesting visual. Here are some helpful tips from Mr. Moustache who retired at 35. Even though this may be impossible for most, moving the retirement date up 5-10 years is nothing to sneeze at. For your reading pleasure.  .http://www.marketwatch.com/story/5-tips-to-help-you-retire-early-2014-01-17