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live.love.tri. 2013
August 13, 2013
Coming August 24, 2013. New Mexico’s first all-women’s triathlon. Now in it’s third year, the live.love.tri. is a great triathlon for first-timers with a 5K run, 10 mile bike, 400m swim at the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center (a few miles north of Albuquerque). They also have several divisions to choose from – individual, 2-person relay, […]
Samoa Triathlon
August 12, 2013
Coming October 19, 2013. First-ever triathlon to be held in Savaii, Samoa. Savaii is the largest of the Samoan islands, and its beauty is showcased in the 1300m swim through the warm tropical fish-filled waters, the 60km bike ride along the coast and tropical rainforest, and the 14km run through the many traditional villages that […]
The Hornit
August 7, 2013
A much needed safety accessory for the urban cyclist. The Hornit is a small device that attaches to your handlebars and at the press of a trigger will let out a sound of 140 decibels. Definitely loud enough for cars to hear you even with traffic noise. There is also a “Park” mode which is […]
Round Bike Mirror by Sunlite
August 7, 2013
A safety accessory for the urban cyclist. The Round Bike Mirror by Sunlite is a simple mirror that attaches easily to your handlebars. Made of chrome with either a red or yellow reflector on the back of the mirror, it’s just the thing you need on those busy city streets to keep you safe.
SheRide Mountain Bike Camps
August 7, 2013
Coming September 14, 2013 (Durango, CO) and October 12, 2013 (Moab, UT). Join SheRide on their 2-day mountain bike camp. These enthusiastic women will teach you proper mountain bike techniques and help you build the skills and confidence to take on any trail. All levels are welcome. A supportive, women-only environment to boost your mountain […]
Climate Ride NYC-DC
August 6, 2013
Coming September 21, 2013. A ride for a good cause. The goal of Climate Ride is to raise awareness and support sustainability, bike advocacy, and environmental causes. Climate Ride NYC-DC is a five day cycling adventure that starts in the heart of Manhattan and ends on the steps of the U.S. Capitol. They take care […]
Footbike Track
August 2, 2013
More than an adult scooter. The Footbike Track is a performance scooter that initially was designed to be a low impact running machine. With a large front wheel like a bicycle and a footboard like a skateboard and even brakes, it’s a great tool for for ski training, velodrome training, runners, cross trainers, and triathletes. […]
Slimming Tank by UR Sportswear
August 2, 2013
What TrailblazerGirl wouldn’t like a top called Slimming? Yes, the Slimming Tank by UR Sportswear actually does make you look slimmer with its clever use of color and design. Another great feature of this tank is the built-in bra that has fabric to cover your bust area but the rest is made out of mesh […]
Vienna to Venice with Erickson Cycle Tours
August 2, 2013
Coming August 18, 2013. Though TrailblazerGirl usually likes to feature women-only tours, we couldn’t pass up sharing with our readers the Vienna to Venice Tour with Erickson Cycle Tours. It promises to be a fantastic 15 days filled with magnificent alpine scenery, quaint villages, beautiful green meadows and blue lakes, and the soaring peaks of […]
Rock the Bike’s Ice Cream Bike
July 19, 2013
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM! Summer and ice cream go hand-in-hand, and in honor of National Ice Cream Day, this coming Sunday, July 21st, we are featuring Rock the Bike’s Ice Cream Bike. With only 20 minutes of pedaling, this clever invention will yield up to 2 gallons of yummy […]
VELTOP Classic +
July 19, 2013
Sure to bring some smiles, the VELTOP Classic + is designed to provide you with protection from the sun, wind, and rain as you ride your bicycle. The windscreen attaches to you handlebars and the canopy is supported by a pair of poles. It’s easy to install, and your upper body will be completely protected […]
Great Divide Mountain Bike Route
July 19, 2013
The longest off-pavement mountain bike route in the world! The Great Divide Mountain Bike Route has some impressive stats at 2,500 miles long and over 200,000 feet of elevation gain and loss. It roughly follows the Continental Divide from from Banff, Alberta, Canada to Antelope Wells, New Mexico, USA and takes about six to ten weeks […]
Oyster the Race
July 12, 2013
Coming to Denver (in August 2013) and San Francisco (in September 2013). But wait, not that kind of oyster. Oyster, The Race, started in Denver (think Rocky Mountain Oysters) and is “the ultimate urban hybrid adventure,” with teams of 3-6 on a mystery course around the city. The course ranges from 10 to 30 miles […]
PURE Bike Protector
July 11, 2013
Keep your bike looking peachy with PURE Bike Protector. Just like its name describes, it’s made of natural ingredients and is eco friendly and biodegradeable. It will clean and polish your bike and act as a shield to help keep the dirt and muck from sticking to your bike. No more excuses for a dirty […]
boomBOTTLE by Scosche
July 11, 2013
Enjoy your music outdoors with the boomBOTTLE by Scosche. This award-winning portable speaker produces great sound with a wireless range of 33 feet and a rechargeable battery for up to 10 hours of continuous music playback. With a built-in microphone, you can even use it as a speakerphone for your smartphone. It’s super durable and […]
Bikamper by Topeak
July 10, 2013
Enjoy camping and biking with the innovative Bikamper by Topeak. This one-person tent uses your bike frame and front wheel in place of tent poles. Made of ripstop nylon, it can be used for 3 seasons. There are 3 mesh panels for ventilation, and the tent and fly pack down to a super compact size […]
Entrada Handlebar Bag by Bedrock Bags and Packs
July 10, 2013
The Entrada by Bedrock Bags and Packs is a light yet strong bag that attaches easily to the handbars of your bike. Handmade in Colorado and clearly designed by someone who knows and rides, this bag conforms to your handbars with a special adjustable anchor and a tapered shape that keeps the bag in place on […]
MAGNETIC Bike Lights by Copenhagen Parts
July 5, 2013
Expected to be available in the fall of 2013, these MAGNETIC Bike Lights by Copenhagen Parts have the clean lines that we come to associate with Scandinavian designs. Much research was put into determining the components of these lights and perfecting the details so that they fit various bike frames and remained in place. We […]
BioLogic PostPump Seatpost
July 5, 2013
What a clever idea! BioLogic has designed a bike tire pump that is integrated right inside your seatpost. Built to fit Tern bikes, easily pull out the pump and you can stand as you use your saddle as a handle to inflate your Presta or Schrader valve tires. No more forgetting to bring you pump, […]
Princess Promenade Bike Festival
July 5, 2013
Coming October 6, 2013. Join your fellow TrailblazerGirl Princesses on a beautiful bike ride in Sacramento, California. Choose from 5 distances (15, 26, 40, 55, or 64 miles) on a fully paved, two-lane, bike trail which follows the American River. Catered rest stops and tech support will be available on each course and following the […]
ICEdot Crash Sensor
July 2, 2013
A cutting-edge device that could save your life. The ICEdot Crash Sensor will be available in July 2013 and mounts to any helmet and detects severe impacts that could result in you being incapacitated. It links to an app on your smart phone which will then trigger an alarm on your phone that if not […]
Women’s Aura Shorts by Zoic
July 2, 2013
The Aura Shorts by Zoic are another great product by that fantastic cycling apparel company. TrailblazerGirl really likes the longer, comfortable fit of these 3-in-1 shorts (cycling shorts, all-activity shorts, and Lycra shorts with a women’s specific cycling pad). These versatile shorts have mesh venting to help keep you cool, as well as 4 zippered […]
Mammoth Kamikaze Bike Games
July 2, 2013
Coming September 4, 2013. For all TrailblazerGirl mountain bike enthusiasts, head over to the Mammoth Kamikaze Bike Games this September. Beautiful Mammoth Mountain is located along the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California. This multi-day event has several different races and events from the Dual Slalom to the Kamikaze, the fastest […]
Carrera Foldable Helmet
June 27, 2013
While it is so important to wear a helmet when riding your bike, it’s such a pain to carry it around after riding. Carrera has developed a Foldable Helmet which can “shrink” to 20% of the size of a regular helmet so that it can be tucked away in your bag or backpack. It has […]