April 18, 2013
It looks like a nice, classic v-neck T but no…this one is special! The Oretta T by Haeleum is made with a fabric treated with Insect Shield Permethrin insect repellent. This patent-pending manufacturing process will keep those nasty mosquitoes, ticks, flies, chiggers, ants and midges away from you as you explore the outdoors. Additionally, the feminine […]
April 17, 2013
Can’t go wrong with Skout Organic Trailbars – organic ingredients, gluten free, dairy and soy free, no refined sugars or fillers, vegan, and 5 yummy flavor combinations! Our favorite is the Chocolate + Coconut, but there’s also Cherry + Vanilla, Blueberry + Almond, Apple + Cinnamon, and Chocolate + Peanut Butter. These delicious bars have […]
April 16, 2013
In a rush in the morning, but know you should get something to eat? Try Happy Morning’s Breakfast Smoothie. It comes in a convenient squeeze pouch, has as much protein as an egg, a whole serving of fruit, some fiber, and great flavors (Super Banana with Mangosteen and Super Cinnamon with Pear and Raisins). Though […]
April 15, 2013
Our friends at Woolrich know their outdoor clothes. They’ve designed the Constellation Tank out of their breakthrough Dri-Release® with FreshGuard® microblend which wicks moisture away and keeps you smelling nice. A cute tank that is comfortable, stylish, resists pilling and wrinkles and is just the thing for those outdoor adventures once the weather heats up.
April 15, 2013
Coming August 11, 2013. Experience a hiking adventure with the Colorado Backcountry Hut-to-Hut Hiking Tour by The World Outdoors. This will be a moderate to challenging tour, with 6 full days of hiking portions of the 490-mile Colorado Trail from one hut to the next. You’ll be pleased to know that you won’t have to lug […]
April 2, 2013
PROMO CODE! Howdy cowgirls… the Handcrafted Beef Jerky by our friends at Sweetwood Cattle Company is just the thing you need on those trail rides (or actually, anytime!) when your stomach is grumbling. This delicious, moist jerky is made out of premium, whole muscle cut beef and comes in 4 yummy flavors: Original, Peppered, Hot, […]
April 1, 2013
Mmmm…yummy! The team at TrailblazerGirl was super happy to try the new Cookie Chips by HannahMax Baking. Our collective “sweet tooth” was oh-so satisfied with these delicious cookies. Made with the best ingredients and no artificial flavors, colors, preservatives or trans fats, they contain about 26 calories each. Four flavors: Original, Chocolate Chip, Cinnamon Sugar, […]
April 1, 2013
TrailblazerGirl is very happy with the new H2O LITE 1L. by GSI Outdoors. It’s super lightweight and convenient for those hikes when you definitely need to carry water but want to minimize the weight and bulk of a typical water bottle. It comes in 3 colors with a lid that doesn’t leak, a rewritable date […]
March 29, 2013
The perfect hiking shorts! Our friends at Woolrich created the Canoe Creek Hiking Shorts, and we TrailblazerGirls are super happy with them. They’re very comfortable, have plenty of pockets, and are a flattering length (not too short and not too long). Made of 99% cotton and 1% Spandex, they have just the right amount of […]
March 27, 2013
A super alternative snack for the active TrailblazerGirl! The PocketFuel Nut Butters come in 8 yummy flavors (our favorite is Chocolate Smackaroon) and are made from 100% natural, whole food ingredients found in nuts, seeds and fruits. They’re packaged in cute reusable, resealable, flexible pouches that you just squish and squeeze to eat the delicious […]
March 21, 2013
No more boring trail mix. Sunkist Blends has created 5 delicious combinations with flavors like pineapple, granola clusters, blueberry, pistachio, cashew, and almond to name a few. Our favorite is the Chocolate Banana and Mango – loaded with dark chocolate covered Ecuadorian bananas, milk chocolate covered hazelnuts, yummy papaya, mango, and almonds. Just the right […]
March 5, 2013
It’s a trekking pole. No, it’s a tripod. It’s a trekking pole and a tripod! The Komperdell Traveller Carbon Trekking Pole simply has a very cleverly and naturally designed screw-on grip where your camera can be attached. Simply unscrew the foam grip and mount the camera on the end of the pole to transform the […]
March 1, 2013
What’s better than a stainless steel water bottle? One with a super cute design of course. The Earthlust Stainless Steel Bottles are also made with safe non-toxic paints, and you’ll also be sure to want one of their insulated hemp bags that work great to keep your water cold and any condensation from getting everything […]
February 28, 2013
TrailblazerGirl Deal Alert! Use the code SNEAKYBLOGGER and get 15% off your order of Sneaky Pete’s Oatstanding Beverages (plus free shipping). These great tasting new oat-based beverages are low in calories (40 Calories per bottle), making them a great alternative to juice, but they contain the same amount of oat fiber as found in a […]
February 25, 2013
Acclimate faster! To altitude. To stress on your body. To make that happen, the folks at Acli-Mate have launched two Natural Sport Drinks: Acli-Mate Mountain and Acli-Mate Endurance. The first was developed to help athletes acclimate to leaps in elevation while the latter was developed to help them replace the electrolytes and nutrients during the […]
February 21, 2013
Ch-ch-chia? Wait, this is the real Chia, and it may be the ultimate super food. It earned the name “runner’s food” by powering the Tarhumara Indians on their legendary long-distance runs as well as the Aztecs in battle and on their cross-empire journeys. Chia Bars by Health Warrior are delicious 100 calorie snack bars with […]
February 20, 2013
Coming May 4-8, 2013. Take in that storied English countryside. The picturesque mountains of Whernside, Ingleborough and Pen-y-ghent are collectively known as the Three Peaks, part of the Pennine range in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in the North of England. The famous Three Peaks challenge involves covering all three in 12 hours, but thankfully […]
February 4, 2013
Prefer the organic choice? While Pure Bar is already well-known for its line of snack bars made from real fruit and nuts, they’ve just announced the addition of two new all-organic flavors: Banana Coconut and Dark Chocolate Berry. Boy, we’ve come a long way from those old granola bars. These taste fantastic, and don’t feel […]
January 28, 2013
Like rice crispy treats… but healthy… and with protein! That’s what they should call these new Promax Fit ‘n Crisp. These bars are peanut free, vegetarian and contain no artificial sweeteners and no high fructose corn syrup. Amazingly, they have 13g of protein, only 140 calories and taste really great. Comes in two flavors: cinnamon crunch […]
January 24, 2013
With yummy flavors like pecan pie, ginger snap, cherry pie and banana bread, LÄRABAR has left a lot of those other bars in the dust. In what started out as a simple idea after a hike in the Colorado Rockies, founder Lara Merriken believed she could create something natural and tasty and good for you, and […]
January 18, 2013
Get treasure hunting… with the Geocaching App by Groundspeak Inc. With detailed information on nearly 2 million hidden geocache containers across the globe, you’ll join the world of outdoor adventurers discovering hidden containers just around the corner and in more than 180 countries. Use the in-app descriptions and hints to start your location-based GPS-powered adventure […]
January 10, 2013
Love to carry a few items when you run but hate that bulk that comes with a lot of waist and fanny packs? Check out the SPIbelt from Austin-based Kim Overton. The name means “Small Personal Item” Belt, and it gives you an expandable, secure, low-profile pocket that’s super comfortable and made with a soft […]
December 7, 2012
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 2012 reviews in the Trail Gear category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Sage 55 by Gregory Packs, a new line of great overnight technical […]
December 4, 2012
Sometimes just a little less sweet is a lot better. The new Sharkies Organic Energy Sports Chews contain no artificial dyes or flavors and no trans fats and no refined sugars like corn syrup. Instead they use a much healthier blend of brown rice syrup and simple sugars from fruits and organic sugar cane. That […]