May 23, 2014
A trailer that floats?! Yes! The Sealander is a camping trailer that can also be used as a boat. The cozy cabin has a removable roof, table and seating for six people which can be transformed into a large bunk bed, as well as storage space and fitted cupboards below the seats. The interior can […]
May 21, 2014
Music makes things better, and Outdoor Tech’s Turtle Shell 2.0 is such a cute way to make this happen! Don’t be fooled by the visually pleasing design of this bluetooth speaker. It is strong on functionality – shock proof, water resistant, patented triangle-themed construction allowing for omnidirectional room filling, clear audio, and a built-in microphone. […]
May 19, 2014
Most people think of camping as roughing it in the food department. Not the case with Camp Chef’s Deluxe Outdoor Oven! This portable (32 pounds), propane-fueled oven will allow you to make delicious meals from your outdoor campsite. Reaching temperatures up to 400° F, the 2 racks inside will easily fit a 9 x 13 […]
May 19, 2014
No more pesky mosquitoes keeping you awake! On your next camping trip, be sure to get Sea to Summit’s Mosquito Pyramid Net Shelter. It’s lightweight at 9 ounces, and made out of a proprietary polyester mesh with a special hexagonal pattern that allows for better airflow yet provides 500 holes / sq. in., enough to […]
May 13, 2014
No hunching down, climbing over sleeping bags to get to the door – this tent is huge! The Barebones Safari Tent is 120 square feet, and at 9 feet tall, even the tallest person can stand upright inside. It has screened windows and front and back doors to keep the bugs out but still have […]
April 25, 2014
What a clever invention! The Swiss RoomBox easyTech is a modular system that turns your car into the ultimate camping car! In less than 10 minutes and without tools, you can unfold this system in order to have a double bed, table, and optional modules like a shower, sink, and cook top. You can even […]
March 19, 2014
Lewis and Clark must be turning in their graves, kicking themselves that they didn’t have the Outdoorsman for their trek across the country. The Outdoorsman is a complete camp kitchen that balances strength and weight. At 35 pounds without legs, it can be carried wherever you need and used not just for camping but also […]
March 19, 2014
Good things come in small packages. The Flash Magicstick by our friends at Powerocks is their just-released portable charger. This small, streamline gadget has a rechargeable lithium ion battery that is powerful enough to fully charge your smartphone up to two times! Super handy to have on your next camping trip, extended hiking adventure, or […]
March 7, 2014
Got sun? Well, then you can cook a meal…with a GoSun Solar Cooker! This tube-like, solar oven works by using parabolic reflectors to concentrate sunlight onto a glass cylinder and cook the food inside. In as little as 20 minutes, you can fry, bake or broil your food. It’s lightweight at less than 4 pounds, […]
February 11, 2014
Need more power? Come over to the dark side…Dark Energy Reservoir, that is! This is a super cool-looking USB charger that has a mega amount of power. Just slightly bigger than a cellphone and weighing in at a mere 5.9 oz, this portable charger has a power capacity of 8000 mAh. What does this mean […]
February 6, 2014
Light up your life and others with WakaWaka Power. WakaWaka means “shine bright” in Swahili, and that is exactly what this company is trying to do by dedicating part of their proceeds to supplying the developing world with sustainable energy at an affordable price. Aside from this noble social commitment, the WakaWaka Power is a […]
February 5, 2014
Not your run-of-the-mill flashlight! The HexBright FLEX is the world’s first light that can be programmed using open-source code. What?! It means that you can connect this light to your computer, download some free software, and customize your light settings by using the shared programs available on the HexBright site or if you are tech-savvy, […]
January 22, 2014
TrailblazerGirl loves the outdoors, but sometimes it (or should I say, we?!) can get a little grimy. One solution to this is the Road Shower, a rack mounted pressurized solar shower. Constructed out of powder coated high quality aluminum, it attaches to most rack systems and holds about 5 gallons of water. On sunny days, […]
January 13, 2014
Clever, clever. Dreamfarm is just the kind of company that TrailblazerGirl loves to find. They create innovatively designed products that solve problems. Their BBQ Clongs have so many useful features – tips designed to scrape your BBQ as well as pick up small pieces of food, easy to use lock to keep your tongs closed […]
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 […]
November 6, 2013
Our friends at Polar Bottle did it again! They designed another fantastic water bottle to meet our TrailblazerGirl needs. Their new ThermaLuxe vacuum insulated water bottle is perfect for both cold and hot liquids. This stainless steel bottle has a dual-wall to keep our cold liquids cold for more than 24 hours and hot liquids hot […]
October 4, 2013
An innovative and affordable solar light. Luci is the cutest little inflatable, solar lantern. She’s super lightweight at only 4.2 oz and has 2 brightness setting plus a flashing setting for emergencies. Able to recharge in both direct sunlight and incandescent light while collapsed or expanded, and when fully charged, she’ll provide 6-12 hours of […]
October 2, 2013
High performance binoculars with lots of fabulous features. The Canon 10 x 42 L IS WP Binoculars use unique Image Stabilizer technology to give you the clearest, most shake-free viewing possible. Waterproof, 65° wide angle field-of-view, low light performance, metallic coating to prevent fogging, and an easy grip design make this pair of binoculars essential […]
September 13, 2013
A novel-looking cooler that will “blend into nature”. The Stump Cooler by Wisconsin Products holds 12, 12 oz cans plus ice, comes with a helpful carrying strap, and will keep your drinks cold for about 5 days. It can also be used as a seat and will support up to 250 pounds. Add their Frabill […]
September 6, 2013
Imagine the faces of your friends when you roll out this “log” and light it with a single match! The Light n’ Go Bonfire Log is a kiln dried white birch log with a natural wick made out of paper board and vegetable stearin that can easily be lit without the use of chemicals. It […]
September 6, 2013
Another great product from our friends at Chums. TrailblazerGirl loves products that are practical and multifunctional. On your next camping trip, grab the Smokey Fire Starter Paracord Bracelet, and in a compact bracelet form, you’ll have 16 feet of quality 550-lb parachute cord for those emergency survival situations when you might for example need a […]
August 27, 2013
A place for everything and everything in its place. Our friends at Nite Ize have some great organizing products with their Gear Ties line. These strong “twisties” come in several sizes and colors and are super handy. Use them to connect your bike lock to your bike, attach a water bottle to your backpack, keep […]
August 27, 2013
On your next outing, don’t just keep your picnic cold in a regular, boring cooler. Grab Igloos’s Dual Compartment 24 tote. The 2014 patterns will be available soon, and we were lucky enough to snag the new Blue Global Passport pattern (featured above). This great tote has 2 compartments, for example, to keep your soft […]
August 20, 2013
Discover Ayers Rock from your own private tent. Longitude 131°, located on a sand dune on the edge of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, takes glamping to the extreme. Their 15 luxury tents each have breathtaking views of Uluru (Ayers Rock) and are individually decorated to pay homage to an early Australian pioneer or explorer. Excursions to […]