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Hydrapak Wooly
July 22, 2014
Another great hydration product from our friends at Hydrapak. The Wooly is fantastic at keeping our cold liquids cold – nothing more refreshing than a big gulp of ice cold water after an especially hot hike! You can thank the double-walls and the Primaloft insulation for this feature. This lightweight bottle has a ridge making […]
Hydrapak SoftFlask
June 19, 2014
We love collapsible bottles – space efficient and lightweight. Our friends at Hydrapak have taken them to the next level with their SoftFlask collapsible sports bottle. With an award-winning design, these bottles collapse into themselves as you drink the water, eliminating water sloshing around. There’s no chance of this bottle leaking with their special on/off […]
ips snacks
June 17, 2014
Need something crunchy AND healthy? Try ips, the Intelligent Protein Snacks, unique puffy chips made out of corn, egg white and other natural ingredients. These tasty little bites are gluten free, have half the fat of fried potato chips, and fewer carbs than baked potato chips. A serving size is a satisfying 34 chips and […]
LOWA Ferrox GTX
June 10, 2014
Happy trails are here again…with the LOWA Ferrox GTX trail shoes! Just released this spring, these shoes are lightweight but have a sturdy sole with great traction. On a recent hike, we were able to scramble up even the rockiest and uneven terrain without any trouble. A waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX lining make these shoes […]
Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie Chips by HannahMax Baking
June 9, 2014
DOUBLE chocolate…deelish! Our friends at HannahMax Baking have a new flavor of Cookie Chips – Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip. You remember those yummy treats we told you about last year, made out of only the best ingredients with no artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, or GMOs. Now, for those chocoholics, they have a super tasty cookie […]
Bübi Bottle
May 27, 2014
There are fold-up bottles and then there is Bübi Bottle! This is the ultimate multi-use scrunchable bottle. Made out of silicone, it holds its shape but can also be rolled up to take only a small amount of precious space in your backpack or purse. Because it can hold its shape, it’s a convenient waterproof […]
Skinnygirl Tasty Nutrition Bars
April 28, 2014
Who wouldn’t be intrigued by a company named Skinnygirl? Their yummy Tasty Nutrition Bars come in 3 delicious flavors: Banana Oatmeal Dark Chocolate (our favorite!), Dark Chocolate Multi-Grain Pretzel, and Chocolate Peanut Butter with Sea Salt. These little bars have 150-170 calories, 6-7 gram of protein, 5 grams of fiber, are gluten free and even […]
Eco Vessel BOULDER Bottle
April 22, 2014
TrailblazerGirl loves dual purpose items, and the Eco Vessel BOULDER Bottle is a great example of this. It will keep your liquids hot OR cold. It’s triple insulated (yes, you read that correctly – triple!) to keep your liquids cold for up to 36 hours and hot for up to 8 hours. We tested this […]
Detour SMART Whole Grain Oatmeal Bars
April 14, 2014
Yum…like a soft-baked oatmeal cookie but healthy and good for you! The SMART Whole Grain Oatmeal Bars by Detour are gluten free with 10g of protein and only 4g of sugar per bar. High in fiber and made with organic whole grain oats, these bars have a wholesome taste that is just right as a […]
SuperSeedz
April 11, 2014
Tired of ordinary trail mix and nuts? Check out SuperSeedz! Uber-yummy pumpkin seeds with 8 flavors to choose from – Really Naked, Sea Salt, Cinnamon & Sugar, Coco Joe, Tomato Italiano, Curious Curry, Somewhat Spicy and Super Spicy. The TrailblazerGirl team loved the Sea Salt SuperSeedz right out the bag as a tasty snack marching […]
Nalgene Cantene 48 ounce
March 25, 2014
Very handy for extended hikes and all-day hydration. Our friends at Nalgene, yes, that Nalgene, that fantastic company with the super-strong bottles, provided us with their Cantene 48 ounce container. What a great “bottle”! Flexible containers are so lightweight and convenient, because you can fold them up once the water is gone, and they take […]
Fitletic Quench Retractable Hydration Belt
March 24, 2014
Amazingly solves so many problems… designed for hikers and walkers and comfortably carries 2 bottles, up to 48 ounces, the Quench Retractable Hydration Belt by Fitletic also includes pockets for your phone, id and credit cards. It’s even ergonomically designed with silicone grippers to sit low on your hips to minimize bounce while you’re moving […]
Liquid Hardware Bottles
March 7, 2014
Stainless steel with a unique twist… our friends at Liquid Hardware have two bottles: the non-insulated Outrigger and the coming soon vacuum-insulated Sidewinder (a Kickstarter Project, click here to learn more). Both are made using food-grade stainless steel so they don’t hold any smells or aftertaste, but what makes them rise above other bottles is […]
Tervis Blue Endless Butterfly Wrap Water Bottle with Lid
March 5, 2014
Such a pretty bottle! Our friends at Tervis have hundreds of designs for their water bottles, tumblers, mugs, and ice buckets, ranging from sports teams to holidays to their special artist series, but our favorite is the Blue Endless Butterfly Wrap. Not only is this 24 oz bottle super cute, but you can nuke it […]
LEKI Micro Vario Ladies Carbon
February 28, 2014
Last year we featured the titanium Micro Vario by our friends at LEKI’s, and we thought that it was a perfect piece of gear for exploring. But they’ve just come out with a new women’s trekking pole – the Micro Vario Ladies Carbon, and it’s even better! It has the same great features – compact, strong, […]
Active Accessories’ On-The-Go Accessory Pouch
February 25, 2014
Such a handy little pouch! We are always digging around in our backpack or gym bag for our bits and bobs like phone, id, change, lip balm, and jewelry. Active Accessories’ On-The-Go Accessory Pouch easily solves that problem. Made out of water resistant, durable fabric, there are 2 pockets and a handy snap button holder […]
Thermos Vacuum Insulated Food Jar with Folding Spoon
February 24, 2014
What could be more satisfying than a bowl of hot soup after a long hike on a cold day? Well, how about that hot soup while you are still on the mountain? You can have that with the Thermos Vacuum Insulated Food Jar, and it even comes with a full-size spoon, folded right in the […]
Earnest Eats
February 21, 2014
Absolutely delicious! The TrailblazerGirl team was lucky enough to be sent a sampling of Earnest Eats products – Baked Whole Food Bars, Hot & Fit Cereals, Chewy Granola Bars, and Granola Planks. Filled with superfood grains like oats, amaranth, and quinoa and big chunks of dried fruit and whole nuts and seeds, these bars and […]
Navitas Naturals Power Snacks
February 19, 2014
The gluten and dairy free superfood. Navitas Naturals Power Snacks are small squares of nutrient-dense, flavorful, energy bites. Certified organic and no refined sugars, these Power Snacks come in 3 flavors – Cacao Goji, Blueberry Hemp, and Citrus Chia. They taste healthy with little bursts of crunchiness from the chia seeds, and with their high […]
Nature’s Habit Granola Trail Mixes and Granola Cereal
February 13, 2014
Super delicious goodness that’s good for you too! The TrailblazerGirl team had a field day trying out the yummy Granola Trail Mixes and Granola Cereals by our friends at Nature’s Habit. These are all natural and filled with choice ingredients like almonds, pecans, mangoes, raisins, cherries, and banana chips. The trail mixes come in 4oz […]
NuGo Slim
February 12, 2014
Another great product from our friends at NuGo! You may recall we shared their Stronger bars with you recently, and now, we’re happy to share their Slim bars. These yummy bars are a little more than half the size of the Stronger bars so they’re a good snack or pick-me-up as you’re heading up that […]
Top Hike of 2013
December 3, 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 Hike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…Angie’s Popcorn, Kettle Corn & BOOMCHICKAPOP, a delicious, healthy snack for hikes, camping or […]
BumbleBar Energy Bars
November 19, 2013
Gluten free and ethically sourced. You can feel good about eating BumbleBar Energy Bars. Their handcrafted bars contain organic ingredients from worker owned co-ops and family farms from around the world that are consistent with their mission of doing the right thing for people and the planet. BumbleBars are a chewy, sesame-based bar with around 180-210 […]
Silkbody’s Silkspun: Sleeveless Crew
November 18, 2013
Optimal as a base layer right now. Designed in New Zealand, Silkbody’s Silkspun Sleeveless Crew is a nice blend of silk, merino wool and cotton. This combination sounds luxurious (and is!) and high maintenance, but no worries as it holds up well with machine washing on a gentle cycle. It’s irresistibly soft and comfortable and […]