September 12, 2016
Love trail running and hiking? No need for two different pairs of shoes with the Aurora from our friends at Oboz! From their line called “Trailsport”, they’ve designed a shoe that gives you the support and grip needed in a hiking shoe plus the lightness of a trail running shoe. Genius! Their Hyalite outsole delivers the flexibility […]
September 7, 2016
Chalk Matters. That’s what motivated the group at FrictionLabs to create their high quality chalk for rock climbers. Their latest concoction is Secret Stuff which will soon be available later this month. It’s a chalk cream that goes on smooth, then dries to a fine chalk powder within just a few seconds. Made of the […]
September 7, 2016
Be safe, but don’t be weighed down! The Women’s Vector Helmet from the folks at Black Diamond is your helmet for alpine climbing. Safety is key with helmets, and the Vector provide full-coverage protection with co-molded EPS foam and a polycarbonate shell. The ratcheting system allows for a customized, secure fit, so your helmet stays […]
September 6, 2016
Wish you could name the stars in the sky? Now you can with the SkyView Free App from Terminal Eleven! Just point your iOS device at the sky (day or night), click on an object, and instantly SkyView identifies what you’re looking at whether it’s a star, planet, satellite, or constellation. The Night Mode feature […]
August 18, 2016
Channel your inner paleolithic woman and take down a wooly mammoth singlehandedly… a Mammoth Bar that is! Deliciously healthy tasting, these bars are organic, high in protein, raw, gluten-free, soy-free, and preservative-free. Two key ingredients that set them apart from other energy bars are the sprouted nuts and the baobab. Sprouted nuts are nuts that […]
August 15, 2016
Your main backpack for everything! The NightShift V2 from our friends at Seagull will soon become the essential bag for all your TrailblazerGirl activities. It’s loaded with well-thought-out features including padded shoulder straps that are ergonomically placed for comfort in carrying heavy loads; multiple exterior straps and loops for holding extra gear like jackets, blankets, walking sticks, […]
August 15, 2016
They want you to feel good about snacking. That’s very easy to do with Peeled Snacks Apple Clusters! These are delicious little balls of organic apple pieces that are puff-dried. Each 2.1 ounce resealable bag has 4 servings and the equivalent of 5 organic apples. They are all natural and free of gluten, fat, artificial […]
August 9, 2016
A date that won’t let you down…especially when you add mint, coconut, or cacao powder! Kur Bars are Scandinavian bite-sized bars that are naturally sweetened with organic dates. Created in Copenhagen, Denmark and made in the United States, these little bars have only 90-110 calories. They are made with only 4-7 simple, raw ingredients that […]
August 5, 2016
Don’t just save it for breakfast! WholeMe Clusters are bunches of granola-like bites that are delicious. Sure you can eat them for breakfast with some almond milk but they’re just as good right out of the bag or as a topping for ice cream, fruit, or yogurt. You’ll find lots of all natural ingredients like […]
August 4, 2016
Appetizing snacks to take on your next TrailblazerGirl adventure! Our friends at Gorilly Goods shared their sweet and savory bags of delicious goodness with us, and the TrailblazerGirl team happily began tasting. Choose from Original with a combination of organic fruits and nuts and sweetened with a bit of organic coconut and coconut nectar; Savory […]
July 28, 2016
Like beer? Like wine? Then you gotta try Northwest Bierhaus Jerky and Oregon, Washington and California Wine Country Jerky! These are thick cut pieces of beef that have been marinated in Northwest beers and West Coast wines. Super flavorful and tender with the right amount of smoke to satisfy you meat cravings. Choose from IPA, […]
June 22, 2016
Everything’s better with bacon! Boy, is that true with Pork Barrel BBQ Bacon Jerky! Having proven themselves in the pitmaster arena, the team at Pork Barrel BBQ have won many awards for their barbecue meats and sauces, and they’ve take this experience to create a more portable, any-time snack with their Bacon Jerky. In each […]
June 16, 2016
We’ve just discovered some great, newly-released guides that we think will be just right for you TrailblazerGirls who want to explore the Pacific Northwest. Published by Sasquatch Books, the Creaky Knees Guides for Washington (2nd Edition), Oregon (2nd Edition), and the Pacific Northwest National Parks and Monuments are a comprehensive collection of hikes that are […]
June 15, 2016
Cold and hot. Yep, this bottle does it all (well, not at the same time, of course!). The Hybrid Sport Bottle from our friends at Reduce is just what you need for your morning cup of joe or your essential water rations on your trek up the mountain. This 16 ounce thermal tumbler is made […]
June 7, 2016
Get your superfood fix with Hemp2o! The key ingredient in this organic beverage is hemp seed oil which is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, several B vitamins, vitamin C and other essential nutrients. Don’t worry, this is made with industrially processed hemp oil so there’s no THC and therefore no risk of getting […]
May 4, 2016
Sometimes we just overdo it with our TrailblazerGirl activities. For those times, we need Zim’s Max-Freeze Continuous Spray. In an ultra-convenient spray format, this topical analgesic is all natural with organic ilex, aloe, and arnica and none of the bad stuff like parabens, synthetic fragrances, sulfates, paraffins, DEA, petrolatum, or mineral oil. It’s fairly quick […]
April 29, 2016
Do you have a phone? Of course you do! Do you take pictures with it? Of course you do! Then you need the olloclip 4-in-1 Photo Lens! The compact mobile lens system (available for iPhone and Android) includes a wide angle and fisheye lens, which can be easily converted into 10X and 15X macro lenses […]
April 28, 2016
Protein power! Sample Jerky’s Gourmet of San Diego, and you’ll delight in the number of unique flavors they offer. We know how much TrailblazerGirls count of jerky as a snack on their outdoor adventures – a great source of protein that’s compact, satisfying, and convenient. Now you have a choice of eight delicious flavors made […]
April 26, 2016
PROMO CODE ALERT! This is not your typical protein bar, and with a name like theirs, does it live up to its name? Yes, it does! The Best Bar Ever is delicious tasting and good for you. It’s made each week with real food and the right combination of heart-healthy fats, quality carbs, and premium […]
April 12, 2016
Sometimes simple is good, and our friends at Jayone have taken this to heart. They shared some of their Crunchy Rice Roll and Roasted Seaweed snacks, and the TrailblazerGirl team enjoyed these healthy munchies. The Crunchy Rice Rolls are very low calorie, only 36-45 calories per roll (wow!) and provide a satisfying nibble on the […]
April 7, 2016
Some pretty special meat! Our friends at Lone Mountain Wagyu shared some of their Beef Jerky with us, and our taste buds were extremely impressed! This is most definitely not your typical tough-as-leather jerky to take on the trails. This is premium jerky, hand sliced and smoked from select cuts of 100% Fullblood Wagyu cattle, […]
January 8, 2016
Mmmm…yummy! The Tahoe Trail Bar is a moist, chewy, delicious mouthful of tastiness that will provide you with plenty of energy for your TrailblazerGirl activities. No complicated sounding ingredients – just wholesome ingredients like oats, crisp rice, chocolate, peanuts, cranberries, coconut, and sesame seeds. Each bar is packed with 310 calories and 6 gram of […]
December 2, 2015
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 2015 reviews in the Hike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…Hyperlite Mountain Gear Summit Pack, the amazingly light and huge backpack for hikers. Rounding […]
November 18, 2015
Eat your fruit…even when it’s not in season! Crispy Green Crispy Fruit Snacks is a delicious way to get all the important nutrients and natural fiber that you get from fresh fruit. These snacks contain only fruit – no added sugars, no preservatives, and no additives. After the initial crunch, the freeze-dried fruit just melts […]