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Raspberry, Peanut & Almond NOW Energy Bar
November 15, 2013
Crazy for nuts? Try No Opportunity Wasted (NOW) Energy Bars. Not your ordinary trail bar, these bars are made with white chia seeds to help regulate electrolytes, Manuka Honey to help boost your immune system, and have a 4:1 carb to protein ratio to optimize your energy levels during endurance activity. TrailblazerGirl especially likes the […]
Metolius Rope Ranger
November 7, 2013
Tired of having to untangle your ropes when you’re ready to climb? Try the Metolius Rope Ranger. This bag has a large tarp to keep your ropes out of the dirt and an easy-load pocket to effortlessly roll and stuff your 60 and 70 meter ropes into the bag. Other excellent features include dual, padded […]
Element Bars
November 4, 2013
Healthy granola bars made from natural ingredients. With Element Bars, you can create your own bar or choose from popular bars in 3 different categories (Classic, Endurance, and Vitality). With the custom bars, you choose one of four bar cores (2 crunchy and 2 chewy), then add fruits, nuts, sweets, or boosts, and voilà, your […]
Celestron Cometron 114AZ
October 31, 2013
Clear fall skies are the perfect time for stargazing and checking out the night sky. Introduced this year, Celestron’s Cometron 114AZ is a portable telescope with quality optics specifically designed for viewing comets. Features include the 114mm parabolic mirror that captures plenty of light, 2 included eyepieces (10mm and 20 mm) for added magnification, and […]
SlantShack Jerky
October 30, 2013
Delicious jerky. Try SlantShack Jerky and experience the “Flavor Train”. The jerky gurus at StantShack created this term to describe the may layers of flavors that you experience as you chew their jerky. Using marinades, rubs and glazes and only the leanest, grass fed beef from Vermont, you will find that this handcrafted jerky is […]
MixMyOwn
October 28, 2013
Ever wish you could customize your granola with your favorite ingredients? Well, now you can with a new online company called MixMyOwn. TrailblazerGirl was so excited to pick and choose the ingredients and then receive a nice resealable bag of her very own granola (and we even got to name it!). Here’s how it works…first, […]
Designer Whey Protein Bars
October 1, 2013
Delicious, crunchy, chewy snack! Designer Whey Protein Bars are filled with 10g of protein, vitamin B to boost energy, and calcium for strong bones, and at 160-170 calories, they’re super yummy as a snack on the trails or mid-afternoon pick-me-up. As with their other great products, the protein in these Designer Whey Protein bars is […]
Leki MicroStick Vario Titanium
September 30, 2013
Trekking poles that are so easy to take anywhere. Leki’s MicroStick Vario Titanium are collapsible, easy to assemble and fit conveniently in a backpack. Their special AERGON grip is very comfortable with its soft, non-slip grip and easy to hold on even the longest of hikes. With their patented SpeedLock system, you can simply and […]
BlenderBottle GoStaks
September 25, 2013
Such a convenient storage container! BlenderBottle’s GoStaks are multi-sized jars that interlock in various combinations. They have a secure seal so that even liquids will not spill, and they’re made out of a durable, stain- and odor-resistant material. Perfect for holding vitamins, snacks, electrolyte/protein powders, etc. There’s even a removable carrying handle – just add a […]
Leafsnap App
September 20, 2013
What kind of tree is that? Well, if you have Leafsnap, you’ll be able to answer that question. This “electronic field guide” was developed by researchers from Columbia University, the University of Maryland and the Smithsonian Institution. They have created a digital photo library which includes trees in the Northeast, New York and Washington DC […]
Polar Bottle Ergo Insulated Water Bottle
September 12, 2013
Finally, a water bottle that doesn’t “sweat” in your backpack! Don’t you hate it when you put your cold water bottle in your bag and later find that it’s made everything in the bag wet? Well, the smart people at Polar Bottle created the Ergo Insulated Water Bottle. It keeps you water cold for twice […]
Somersault Snacks
September 11, 2013
Another yummy snack with a fun name. Somersaults snacks are made with sunflower seeds and toasted grains. They have as much protein as almonds but with just half the fat and therefore less calories as well. These tasty baked nuggets have a nice crunch to them and are a good source of fiber and vitamin […]
CU Belay Glasses
September 9, 2013
Not your ordinary glasses. The CU Belay Glasses are just the thing for all you rock climbing TrailblazerGirls! Prisms are used to allow you to see straight up while looking straight ahead. They are made of durable, high quality glass that also magnifies, and they come with a neck attachment cord and a foam-padded plastic […]
Angie’s Popcorn, Kettle Corn & BOOMCHICKAPOP
September 3, 2013
Yummy, yummy in my tummy! That’s what the TrailblazerGirl team was chanting when they tried the Angie’s Products that arrived recently. With kettle corn flavors like Dark Chocolatier Sea Salt, White Cheddar, and Politely Sweet & Spicy and popcorn flavors like Buttery Movie Pop and lighter BOOMCHICKAPOP (and that’s just fun to say!), you’re sure […]
Mountains-to-Sea Trail
August 20, 2013
Attention TrailblazerGirl hikers – we’ve found another long distance trail to explore. The Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST) covers almost 1,000 miles across North Carolina from Clingmans Dome in the Great Smoky Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge on the Outer Banks. Spring and fall are the ideal times to visit the MST which is the highest elevation, long-distance […]
Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve, Colorado
August 8, 2013
Ever heard of sand sledding or sandboarding? Well, Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve in Colorado contains the tallest dunes in North America and is just perfect for trying out this sport. With specially designed sleds or boards that slide across the sand rather than sink into it, you can slide down anywhere on […]
“Almost Somewhere: Twenty-Eight Days on the John Muir Trail” by Suzanne Roberts
July 31, 2013
Suzanne Roberts shares her incredible journey in “Almost Somewhere: Twenty-Eight Days on the John Muir Trail”. This well-written, entertaining book about a woman, just out of college and her two girlfriends, braving the over 200-mile long-distance trail in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Her backcountry adventures are chronicled in diary format with insight, humor, and […]
Everest Base Camp by Edge of Seven
July 11, 2013
Coming October 19, 2013. Our friends at Edge of Seven contacted us to let us know of a wonderful opportunity for you TrailblazerGirls who love to combine social impact with outdoor adventure. Edge of Seven’s mission is “to generate awareness and volunteer support for projects that invest in education, health, and economic opportunity for girls […]
Sony’s Digital Recording Binoculars
July 8, 2013
No, it’s not WALL-E…it’s Sony’s new Digital Recording Binoculars that are soon to be available this month. These amazing binoculars have the usual features of a good pair of regular binoculars, autofocus, image stabilization, zoom up to 25x binocular magnification, but they also allow you to record HD or 3D video with stereo sound and […]
Nepal: Annapurna Base Camp by Call of the Wild
July 8, 2013
Coming November 7, 2013. Our friends at Call of the Wild alerted us to a special tour of theirs called Nepal: Annapurna Base Camp which commemorates the 35th anniversary of the first American team to summit the world’s tenth highest mountain. It’s significant to note that this American team was lead by mountaineering legend Arlene […]
Naulo Pant by Sherpa Adventure Gear
June 28, 2013
An exceptional pair of pants for active TrailblazerGirls. The Naulo Pants by Sherpa Adventure Gear are comfortable, well-made pants for all your summer adventures. Made out of a nylon/Spandex blend, they are wrinkle-resistant, lightweight and water-resistant with just enough stretch for easy movement. With 5 zippered pockets, a soft, interior waistband for added comfort, a […]
Mystic Low Hiking Shoe by Oboz Footwear
June 25, 2013
An outstanding pair of hiking shoes. Oboz Footwear’s Mystic Low is an incredibly comfortable, good-looking shoe to hike up the mountain or walk around town. Some of the great features on this shoe are the BFit Deluxe Insoles which fit our feet perfectly cushioning them on a long hike, the BDry membrane that somehow kept […]
Walk End-To-End on the Cape to Cape Track, Western Australia by Adventurous Women
June 25, 2013
Coming August 30, 2013. The folks at Adventurous Women have another great tour planned. Their Walk End-To-End on the Cape to Cape Track is a 7 day adventure in Western Australia. Starting at Cape Naturaliste, you’ll walk about 20km each day along the spectacular 135 km Track and finish your tour at Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. Meals, […]
Sport + Store Water Bottle
June 19, 2013
Ingenious idea! The Sport + Store Water Bottle has a compartment that can be easily removed from the 20 oz water bottle. This compartment is big enough to hold your ID, keys, money, lip balm, even a small container of sun screen or hand sanitizer. It’s made of lightweight stainless steel, fits in most cup holders […]