May 10, 2012
Sailor girls rejoice. Now you have a system for tracking the wind currents and predicting the wind. No longer do you have to wait to get out on the water to see if there’s enough wind to carry your craft. With their advanced WRAMS forecasting model by WindAlert, you can get that info via a […]
May 9, 2012
Coming June 9-10, 2012. 21 miles of river. 2 days of rafting. 1 night of camping. 4 great meals included. Our friends at Mariah Wilderness Expeditions are offering their South Fork of the American River rafting adventure. The starting point is about 1.5 hours northeast of Sacramento, and you will enjoy a Class II-III+ trip […]
May 8, 2012
It’s active wear. It’s swimwear. Wait, it’s both? It’s amphibious! Nayad’s SwimGym activewear is ideal for high and low impact activity, in and out of the water. Because it dries quickly, it is also the perfect garment for cross-trainers who would rather not stop for a wardrobe change every time they switch activities. Nayad’s activewear […]
May 1, 2012
After all those laps in the pool, it’s a shame that we have to deal with the smell of chlorine the rest of the day. But with the new salon quality Chlorine-Out Shampoo by TRISWIM, we don’t have to. The shampoo contains organic Aloe, a light citrus scent and other agents and vitamins that wash […]
May 1, 2012
Good vision while swimming? Yea sure. But then Aqua Sphere has just come out with their new Kayenne Lady Goggle. The lens have great visibility in low light, are over-sized and durable with 180-degree visibility and 100% UV protection, and most importantly are built with an anti-fog and scratch resistant material. Finally, the technology is […]
May 1, 2012
Coming June 29, 2012. Not just for women, but too much fun to pass up. This fourth annual Statue of Liberty Swim, organized by NYC Swim, is a 1.2-kilometer swim around Liberty Island, the home of the Statue of Liberty. Imagine the stories you’ll share from this truly unique experience. If you can’t swim, you […]
April 30, 2012
Dance party on the beach! Now your speakers go all-terrain with the The Eco Extreme waterproof case. Just put your player inside and you’re good to start jammin’. It works with mp3 players and cell phones including the iPhone, iPod Touch, Motorola Droid and Blackberry. It has a rugged, rubberized protective body, and most importantly, […]
April 19, 2012
Paddling against the current can get to be tough after a morning of great surfing. But coming soon, WaveJet’s new Longboard with their truly innovative Pod does the paddling for you. The Pod is essentially a sleekly designed lithium-ion battery powered motor that fits into a slot on the bottom of the board and is […]
April 17, 2012
Direct from our friends at Point 65 in Sweden, this “take-apart” kayak, called The Tequila, can be reassembled in–ready for it?–10 seconds flat. They’ve developed a sort of snap together system that is not only structurally sound but also safe and stable. This is not an inflatable. It’s a rigid high-performance kayak that amazingly you […]
April 17, 2012
Convert your kayak to a sailing craft in seconds on the fly. That’s the magic of the Adventure Sail by WindPaddle. It’s just as simple as unfolding one of those sun protectors that you’d put in the windshield of your car. It’ll connect to all sorts of lines and cleats on any craft. You might […]
April 17, 2012
Coming May-September, 2012. Lots of folks are familiar with National Parks and Seashores, but did you know the US has National Lakeshores? The Apostle Islands National Lakeshore on Lake Superior lies in northwestern Wisconsin and hosts some great kayaking amongst rocky outcrops with sea caves as well as beaches, historic lighthouses and underwater shipwrecks. The […]
April 13, 2012
One of our editors is still in love with the Hobie-16, so whenever anything Hobie crosses our desk, it’s seized upon. Enter the Hobie Mirage Tandem Island. It’s a kayak. It’s a trimaran. It’s a kayak and a trimaran. And, maybe it’s an outrigger kayak too if you want to get technical. Two people can […]
April 13, 2012
Drift anchors slow you down by dragging water like a parachute might behind a drag racer, and a droque is essentially a drift anchor that happens to be shaped like a cone. The folks at Seattle Sports have designed a droque specifically for sea kayaks that can be easily stowed and folds up flat to […]
April 13, 2012
Coming June 29-July 1, 2012. The San Juan Islands are a marvel, and honestly, they’re made for kayaking. Located in the beautiful Puget Sound (Washington), don’t be surprised if you see orcas, whales, porpoises, and otters swimming around you as bald eagles fly overhead. Outdoor Odysseys is planning their Women on the Water weekend and […]
April 12, 2012
Abandon the solid colors for a cool Hawaiian print on your next swim shirt. Not only stylish, but with 50+ UPF protection, the Sarah Long-Sleeve Rash Guard by UV Skinz is also the healthy choice for your skin. Even if you don’t, everyone will think you’re a surfer chick as you walk down the beach enjoying […]
April 5, 2012
Having problems with your gear, especially on a swim, is the absolute worst. Your goggles need to fit right, and they need to work without any concerns. These T-72 Ellipse “Metallized” goggles by TYR are made for women. They’ve been designed to have a low profile for outstanding fit and comfort. The gaskets are hypoallergenic, […]
April 5, 2012
What do you get when you cross Cynthia Rowley’s vibrantly colored dresses with Roxy’s surfwear? You get this flirty color-blocked 2mm Neoprene wetsuit, perfect for Spring. Since 1990 when QuickSilver launched the Roxy line for women, it has become synonymous with women in surfing, and now with designers contributing to their look, they’re going to […]
April 5, 2012
Coming May 5, 2012. In addition to being one leg of most triathlons, open water swimming is its own sport which takes place in some of the most beautiful venues, and Water World Swim is sponsoring one of the most spectacular swims: from Alcatraz Island to Angel Island in the San Francisco Bay. This is […]
April 4, 2012
Since we’re enamored with the sailing life today, it’s best not to forget the proper footwear for keeping a good grip on deck. Sperry Top-Sider has just released their new SeaRacer shoes with GripX3 Technology. The “technology” includes a special rubber that grips well on wet surfaces as well as a design that quickly drains […]
April 4, 2012
Coming May 19 – 20, 2012. For those new to the joy of the sea air blowing your hair as you glide over the waves, the Corinthian Yacht Club in Tiburon is offering a 2-day introductory sailing seminar. This is your opportunity to actually get out there on the breathtaking San Francisco Bay with patient […]
March 27, 2012
A little travel sickness never hurt anyone… except if you’re the sick person, and then it’s just frankly torture. Fortunately, our friends at Psi Bands (pronounced “sigh bands”) have created some stylish acupressure bands for your wrists that relieve the nausea. They reportedly also work for nausea associated with morning sickness and chemotherapy. Your friends […]
March 27, 2012
How long can you go without your cell phone nearby? Not saying you need to have it on, but knowing it’s there? Well, rather than leaving it in the car while running on the beach or doing some swimming, Seal Like now provides their e-Series 8 Case that’ll protect your cell phone, or iPod or […]
March 27, 2012
Coming in April 2012. Dreaming of Hawaii? Ready to explore the North Shore? The Wahine (“women”) packages by Kelea Surf Spa Camp take you to that other world where surfing is the sport of kings… and queens. From your home base in Haleiwa on the North Shore of Oahu, you’ll enjoy a private room for […]
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 […]