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Leaos Solar E-Bike
April 21, 2017
Not just an electric bike…it’s solar powered! The award winning Leaos Solar E-Bike is a very sleek-looking ride. The solar panels are fulling integrated into the frame of the bike and charge with direct sunlight and passive light, while you are riding and also when you are not. The display panel will indicate the battery’s power level, and if […]
Blinder MINI Niner
March 15, 2017
New products from Knog, our favorite Aussie global lighting and cycling accessories friends! The Blinder MINI Range includes 3 options: Dot (a single powerful LED), Niner (an array of 9 LEDs), and Chippy (Chips on Board technology giving a panel of light). We tested the Niner, and we’re happy to report that Knog has another winning light! […]
Slap Bag
March 15, 2017
All you need is one hand! Slap Bag, the Simple Little Accessory Pouch, is a novel carry-all for your bike that can be opened and closed with just one hand. Yes, that’s right, you no longer have to stop to unzip your backpack or fiddle with you seat/handlebar pack to get your gel pack, energy […]
Lumos Helmet
March 10, 2017
Light up your head! The award winning, Lumos Helmet, is a smart helmet that is a must-have for urban commuters. It meets US and European safety standards and has 10 bright white LED lights in the front, 16 bright red LED lights in the rear, and 16 bright orange LED for turn signals. The battery […]
Elite Turacio Thermal Bottle
January 30, 2017
Put a cork in it! As long as it’s the Turacio Thermal Bottle from our friends at Elite. Designed and engineered in Italy, this cool looking sports bottle is insulated with 100% natural cork which allows it to keep those much needed fluids cold for up to 3 hours. The leakproof cap is constructed with […]
Topeak Ninja Bottle Cage Series
January 26, 2017
You don’t need to be a ninja to appreciate these bike accessories from our friends at Topeak! The already fantastic Ninja Bottle Cage Series has recently expanded to include the Ninja Pouch+ Road (pictured above), the Ninja TC Road, and the Ninja CO2+. The + indicates that it comes with full bottle cage (though you can […]
Top Bike of 2016
December 5, 2016
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 2016 reviews in the Bike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…Bopworx, a traveling cyclist’s best friend. Rounding out the top-3 were NiteRider Lumina 950 Boost + […]
Santini Argo Kit
November 7, 2016
Handmade Italian style and quality. Our friends at Santini have designed and created high performance cycling and triathlon clothing since 1965, and their Argo kit is their latest achievement. The matching top and shorts are constructed out of a new polyester fiber that provides better UV protection, moisture management, and comfortable coverage than the typical polyester fabric. […]
PWR by Knog
November 2, 2016
Power up your TrailblazerGirl adventures with PWR! Our friends at Knog (you recall them…that great company with the cool bike products!) have developed PWR, a new eco-system of outdoor products using one power source. It looks like a super idea: a single battery source that can be interchanged to power a Bluetooth speaker, a camping lantern, a 300 lumen headtorch, […]
The Beast
October 28, 2016
The Beast. No, it’s not your next Halloween costume or the latest scary movie. It’s Dayak Inc’s new power-assist electric “bike”. We say “bike”, because it’s like an e-bike on steroids with the features of an ATV that make it ideal for taking off-road on those trails, plus it’s street legal. With 4 models to choose from, you […]
Overade Plixi
September 28, 2016
No more excuses not to wear a helmet. The Plixi by the Parisian company Overade is a foldable helmet. The design of this helmet is a marvel – check out the video on their website – it folds into itself with various hinges and segments, so that its volume is about a third of the size […]
RearViz Classic
September 16, 2016
Safety is just an arm’s length away! RearViz is the world’s first arm-mounted cycling mirror. Consisting of a convex, round mirror about the size of a watch face, you’re provided with a wide view of of the space behind you. This innovative product out of Australia is fully adjustable by rotating 360 degrees around the base and pivoting 180 […]
Specialized Alibi Sport Step Through
August 29, 2016
What?! Airless tires?! Yes, the new Alibi Sport Step Through by the folks at Specialized is fitted with airless tires – what does that mean?! It means that you don’t need to worry about pumping up or changing a flat tire! Very cool! Plus the grips and saddle of the Alibi are designed specifically for women. […]
NiteRider Lumina 950 Boost + Solas 100 Combo
August 29, 2016
On two wheels or on two feet, our friends at NiteRider have the lighting solution for you! Their new Lumina 950 Boost and Solas 100 Combo has you covered coming and going. The Lumina 950 Boost is the frontend and features 6 modes: 200 lumens, 400 lumens, 800 lumens, 950 lumens (wow!), 40 lumens for walking, […]
Hero Kit for Road Cycling
August 24, 2016
Don’t be stranded! Get the Hero Kit for Road Cycling to help you with problems that you may have while on your next road trip. Armed with a 24 Page Field Repair Instruction Manual (smartly made to be waterproof!), you can tackle those mechanical problems with the 12 Function Multi Tool with Chain tool, Planet Bike Tire Levers with […]
Knog No Ordinary Night Film Contest
August 19, 2016
Competition dates: August 15 through November 30, 2016. Calling all budding actresses and directors! It’s the No Ordinary Night Film Contest by those fun folks at Knog! Here’s the scoop: film a 2 minute long video at night or in low light of you (or your friends) showing the adventure of a lifetime, a unique […]
Bopworx
August 11, 2016
They say necessity is the mother of invention, and how true that is for husband and wife team, Paul and Ciara McGriskin. Following a family holiday complete with 6 bikes, they formed Bopworx and developed a line of reusable products to protect your bike while traveling, storing, and shipping. No more need for the old […]
URB-E Black Label
July 22, 2016
With the look of an oversized Swiss Army Knife-like multitool, the URB-E Black Label is a cool, new portable electric vehicle. Weighing in at 35 pounds, this head-turning ride can reach a top speed of 15 mph with a range of 20 miles and is fully charged in only 4 hours. The patented folding design […]
Topeak Micro Rocket Carbon
May 31, 2016
Small but super handy! The Micro Rocket Carbon from our friends at Topeak is so incredibly light, you’ll wonder if it will work. And yes, it does work and very well we might add! At a mere 55 grams, this dynamo will pump your tires up to 160 psi in no time flat. It comes […]
Aquapac TrailProof Tote Bag
May 31, 2016
A new bag for all types of weather! Our friends at Aquapac shared their recently released TrailProof Tote Bag with us. This is a waterproof messenger bag fashioned out of heavy duty vinyl that is very durable and strong with an adjustable shoulder strap and extra padding for comfort. We like that it’s a straightforward […]
Yeti Women’s Enduro Glove
May 25, 2016
From the company with a ride-focused mentality, comes the Women’s Enduro Glove. Our friends at Yeti really know their bikes and everything you need to enjoy them. The Enduro Glove is ultra-lightweight with loads of features that the TrailblazerGirl rider will certainly appreciate. A cuffless design is comfortable and unrestricting. The ventilated backhand and perforated […]
ShiKai Biker Soap
May 25, 2016
Soap that is made for the active TraiblazerGirl! Well, not literally, but pretty close since the founder of ShiKai originally created Biker Soap for his kids who were covered with dirt, grease and grime after a day of cycling. Now, you have a liquid soap to get yourself clean that is strong enough to remove […]
Velorosa Emma Jersey and Shorts
May 23, 2016
Celebrate the sisterhood of cycling with Velorosa! An awesome women-own company called Velorosa, led by the dynamic duo of Kim Hopkins and Lisa Carponelli, has an impressive line of women’s cycling clothing that is both functional and beautiful. We love this year’s Soul Sister Collection with bright colored, chevron stripes and a playful print – […]
The CRUZ by Vintage Electric
May 13, 2016
A cool-looking retro bike, but wait…it’s electric! The CRUZ is the newest model from California-based Vintage Electric. This cruiser-style bike has regenerative braking, a beautiful alder wood frame inlay with cast pewter name badge, and Brooks England LTD leather saddle and grips. In street legal mode, expect speeds of 20 MPH and 36 MPH in […]