Top Outdoor Events of 2013

December 16, 2013

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Events category. And the two items that were tied for top place were… drum role please… the Motatapu Adventure Run (which was also Top in our Run […]

Top Getaways of 2013

December 13, 2013

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Getaway category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the interestingly different, Treehotel, Sweden, a one-of-a-kind experience with unique “treerooms”. Rounding out […]

Top Urban Gear of 2013

December 12, 2013

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Urban category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the practical, Stick-e Yoga Socks and Gloves, the essential piece of yoga gear […]

Top Skin Care Products of 2013

December 11, 2013

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Skin category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the spray-on relief and non-messy, Salonpas, the largest cross-country event in all of […]

Top Snow Gear and Events of 2013

December 10, 2013

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Snow category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… February’s Sigge’s P’ayakentsut Cross Country Ski Event, Whistler Olympic Park, the largest cross-country […]

Top Running Gear and Events of 2013

December 9, 2013

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Run category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…the top with loads of terrific features Howler Brothers’ Loggerhead Longsleeve. Rounding out the […]

Top Camp of 2013

December 6, 2013

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Camp category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the handy UltraLite Alpini Shelter 200 by Brooks-Range, a lightweight frameless tent for […]

Top Beach of 2013

December 5, 2013

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Beach category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…the super cool-looking Darkfin Gloves. Rounding out the top-4 were the unique Mazzy Sandals […]

Top Bike of 2013

December 4, 2013

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Bike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…The Hornit, a super loud bike horn. Rounding out the top-3 were the cute […]

Top Hike of 2013

December 3, 2013

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Hike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…Angie’s Popcorn, Kettle Corn & BOOMCHICKAPOP, a delicious, healthy snack for hikes, camping or […]

Top Wear of 2013

December 2, 2013

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Wear category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Candi Factory Underpants, a whimsical line of underpants that are comfortable and […]

Top Bike and Cycling Gear of 2012

December 10, 2012

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2012 reviews in the Bike and Cycling Gear category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the The Hood by Quarterre, the coolest bike hanger ever. […]

Top Trail Gear of 2012

December 7, 2012

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2012 reviews in the Trail Gear category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Sage 55 by Gregory Packs, a new line of great overnight technical […]

Top Wardrobe of 2012

December 6, 2012

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2012 reviews in the Wardrobe category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the In the Curl Top by Odina, a sexy halter bandeau that stays […]

Canyon Calling, Adventures for Women: Magic Morocco 2013

November 12, 2012

Coming April 15-26, 2013. Grab your girlfriends for an adventure you all will never forget… a trek across the country of Morocco with Canyon Calling Adventures for Women. Storied locales like the bazaars of Marrakesh are followed by riding the rapids and paddling the crystal blue waters near the Bin El Ouidane dam; from hiking […]

THE TrailblazerGirl ELECTION OF 2012

November 7, 2012

Now it’s time for the REAL election… starting today and continuing until Wednesday, December 5th, TrailblazerGirl is inviting everyone (that means you) to vote on your favorite getaways, hiking gear, cool clothing and everything else from 2012. We’ll announce the top winners in each category starting on December 6th, so yes you will have time […]

Swedish Army Fire Steel

March 23, 2012

Ready to amaze your friends? Our friends at Canoe have one to amaze, and here’s what the say… “Originally developed for the Swedish Army, this deceptively simple tool is a fool-proof means to start a fire—it even works when wet. When the metal blade is moved across the rod, it creates a hot spark to […]

Women’s Elite Gel-Vent Glove by Pearl Izumu

March 23, 2012

Few accessories have such an amazing impact as a good bike glove. And, Pearl Izuma has just recently released this Women’s ELITE Gel-Vent glove. The gel padding in the gloves relieves the pressure while the mesh provides a window to help cool your hands. There’s a soft and durable synthetic leather palm as well. Put […]

BetterRide Mountain Bike Camps for Women 2012

March 23, 2012

There are times to be competitive and times not to be, and the 2012 women’s mountain bike camps by BetterRide are designed to teach you the skills to be a great rider but doing so in a supportive atmosphere. Their 3-day camps cover everything from understanding your position and setting-up your bike for optimal riding […]

Odor-Killing Bag by Stuffitts

March 22, 2012

It’s a proven fact that most women are more sensitive to stinky, dirty. filthy, musty, dumpy smells than most men…. at least as far as we’re concerned. You know what (and who) we’re talking about. Fortunately, our friends at Stuffitts have created the Odor-Killing Bag. Yes, we did say odor-killing. You drop your (we mean […]

Women’s Corsa Shorts by Garneau

March 22, 2012

Some bike shorts just make us look a little better in certain spots, and these Corsa Shorts by Garneau do just that while somehow still providing what they call “aerodynamics” (think well-placed seams) and “moisture management” (think sweat control). In bike short designer parlance, they have “a laser-cut, seamless band providing a second skin feel, […]

Surfari! Baja Surf Camp for Women 2012

March 22, 2012

Coming April 8-14, May 6-12 and November 4-10, 2012. It’s almost always beautiful and sunny in the lovely Baja artist colony and surfing village of Todos Santos where Milagro Retreats will be hosting this year’s “Surfari” surf camps for women. With surf lessons and yoga classes everyday followed by forays into town to enjoy the […]

GoGirl Single

March 21, 2012

Yes, women pee. And yes, if they pee in the forest, they still pee. I hope we’re all done giggling now to address the real issue: how do women pee in the forest or even standing up without making a complete mess? Our friends at GoGirl have invented what is essentially a mini-funnel just for […]

Women’s Freia 22 Backpack by Gregory Packs

March 21, 2012

Designed for women who want a lightweight, durable day pack, the Freia 22 by Gregory Packs fits a woman’s frame, has mesh shoulder straps for good ventilation, and pockets in convenient spots for the all-important getting to snacks during your hike. It comes in four colors, but honestly we like red the best. Wayne Gregory has […]