July 7, 2020
Summer’s in full swing so we know you’re getting ready to take a dip in the water! Whether it’s in a pool, a lake, or the ocean, a swimsuit is a summer must-have, and our friends at Baleaf Sports have a super cute one – the Racerback Lace-up Bikini. Criss-cross lacing details on each side […]
June 19, 2020
Have bike, will travel…on water! Yes, with the Shuttle Bike conversion kit, you can have your standard road or mountain bike and take it on the water! The kit consists of a stainless steel frame, 2 inflatable pontoons, and a propulsion unit. The propulsion unit attaches to the frame of your bike and adjusts to contact […]
June 5, 2020
No rack required! The Tucktec Folding Kayak lets you kayak with your very own kayak even if you don’t have a big trailer or car roof rack. This full-size (9 feet 8 inches long by 31 inches wide) kayak folds down to a compact 48 inches by 15 inches and weighs only 28 pounds, making […]
May 29, 2020
No waves? You can still surf with the JetSurf Adventure DFI Plus! The next time you’re headed to the beach and enjoying the water, hop on this motorized surfboard. Equipped with a low emission impact engine, you can reach speeds of up to 35 mph and with an additional fuel can, which can be attached to […]
March 27, 2020
Practice social distancing with a hanging retreat. The TreePod Cabana is your own private place to hang out and escape. The mesh siding allows for open air flow and panoramic viewing from all sides. Hang it indoors or out or purchase the TreePod Stand to set it up anywhere, even if there aren’t trees around. […]
December 5, 2019
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 2019 reviews in the Beach category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… Ombraz Armless Sunglasses, a twist on standard sunglasses that are super comfortable thanks to their […]
November 21, 2019
Step into a more sustainable planet. Green Flip Flops are 100% recyclable. They are made from plant-based, renewable components like sugar cane and soybeans and are free of phthalates. Not only are they manufactured differently than the average flip flop, they have an acupressure grip – little bumps that massage your feet as you walk. […]
October 25, 2019
Besides having a fun name, the Pakayak Bluefin 14 is an innovative 14-foot touring kayak. With a similar design to those Russian nesting dolls, the Pakayak is divided into six interconnecting sections, each fitting inside the other for a compact bundle that is only three-and-a-half feet long! Pop that bundle in the included bag, and […]
August 9, 2019
Eat your heart out Aquagirl! Now you too can speed through the water with the Whiteshark Mix. This underwater scooter from the folks at Sublue is very portable, weighing in at 6.4 pounds, yet powerful enough to propel you at speeds of 3.4 mph to a maximum depth of 130 feet. The dual propeller system […]
July 26, 2019
No room for an SUP board? With the 9’6″ Compact from the folks at Red Paddle Co, you do! This is an inflatable, full-sized SUP, designed using a patent pending technology that creates a super-strong yet malleable board and packs down to half the size of a conventional inflatable SUP. The board is 32 inches wide, 4.7 inches […]
July 12, 2019
SUP. Kayak. Why choose? You can have both with the Perception Hi Life 11.0! The unique design provides a low profile, stable platform to stand and paddle as an SUP as well as sit on top as kayak, thanks to the folding seating system. Front and rear swim decks with low sides and hand grabs make […]
July 2, 2019
Summer’s in full swing and that means it’s time to jump in the water! Remember to protect your phone though, and our friends at SwimCell have just what you need. Available in standard and large sizes for phones up to 10cm x 14.5cm and 10.3cm x 19cm, respectively, these cases are tested to depths of 10 meters (33 […]
June 11, 2019
PROMO CODE ALERT … Our friends at Acteon are kindly offering TrailblazerGirl readers a 20% discount on all their products with the coupon code TGB2019. We recently introduced you to their Packing Cubes and Beach Towels, fantastic space-saving products for your travels. Act fast to take advantage of this great deal as it will expire on […]
June 11, 2019
Going on a beach vacation but don’t have the space to take that cumbersome towel? Now you do with the Beach Towel from our friends at Acteon. Yes, they’re the same company that brought us those great space-saving Packing Cubes. This towel is big enough to lay out on, measuring 30″ by 64″, yet rolls […]
June 4, 2019
Slip into something comfortable! The Mer-Sea Cotton Tassel Wrap is this summer’s go-to for beach fun. You’ll say merci to this company, a clever phonetic play of words with mer meaning French for sea, and appreciate this easy-breezy cover-up. Measuring about 42 inches wide for the back panel and 20 inches wide for each of […]
May 28, 2019
With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking of beach activities! Along with the beach, comes flip flops and our friends at SoftScience have just the ones for you! This is the company that brought us the oh-so comfortable Tradewind Lace-Up athleisure shoes, and their Waterfall Flip Flops continue with this tradition […]
May 10, 2019
Zip across the water without a sail or waves! The new Onean Carver X Electric Jetboard looks like a surfboard, but it has a dual jet propulsion system that allows you to reach speeds of up to 45 km/h (27 mph) on flat water. While on the board, choose from 5 different power levels using the wireless remote, […]
March 22, 2019
Create your own luau setting with TikiTunes! Our friends at Limitless Innovations have some essential safety products, but they also have a lighter side with this fun speaker in the shape of a tiki torch. With a rechargeable battery, this little guy will give you up to 6 hours of tunes indoors or outdoors (it’s […]
March 15, 2019
Look ma, no arms! Yes, the Ombraz Sunglasses are armless! How do they stay on? Just rest the sunnies on your nose, place the permanently attached cord over your ears, then gently tighten the cord via the adjustable knot system. Voilà, these shades stay put no matter how much your TrailblazerGirl adventures have you moving […]
February 20, 2019
It’s all in the bag! Keeping all your stuff dry and safe is in the bag, as long as you have the COR Surf Excursion, especially when you are on the water or at the beach. Designed out of a strong weather proof material that is super lightweight (the whole pack with the extra goodies […]
February 6, 2019
Keep it dry! Whether you’re in a kayak, on an SUP, on a sail boat, or live in a wet climate like the Pacific Northwest, the Discovery Deck Dry Bag from our friends at SealLine will be an essential piece in your TrailblazerGirl arsenal of adventure gear. It’s designed out a rugged waterproof material that is sure to […]
December 6, 2018
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 2018 reviews in the Beach category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Tesalate Beach Towel, a terrific Aussie beach towel that lets you leave the beach […]
October 2, 2018
One of the greatest kayaking feats ever completed – the solo journey from California to Hawaii. In Dave Shively’s book, The Pacific Alone: The Untold Story of Kayaking’s Boldest Voyage, he chronicles the amazing odyssey that Ed Gillet accomplished in the summer of 1987. Starting in Monterey, California, Gillet set out in a 20 foot, […]
August 20, 2018
Leave the beach at the beach! From the beaches of Australia, comes the ultimate towel thanks to our friends at Tesalate. This towel is constructed out of an innovative fabric, called AbsorbLite, that magically prevents sand from sticking to it. Yes, that right, sand just slips off easily! Though it’s thinner and lighter weight than the […]