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Mermaid Run San Francisco
July 6, 2012
Coming November 10, 2012. We’re all mermaids. But sometimes we do like to come on land, and the Mermaid Run in San Francisco is coming up just for us to do that. This 5K and 10K run is a great event for women to get out there and enjoy a flat course through San Francisco’s […]
Sport Red Liberty Print Free 5.0 Trainers, Nike x Liberty
July 3, 2012
Probably the closest you’ll see to a trainer designed by The Queen, Nike and Liberty of London are working together. The Sport Red Liberty Print Free 5.0 Trainers has an outer sole featuring Nike’s reverse flex grooves which mimic barefoot running but then with this amazing classic Lagos Laurel Liberty print by Liberty of London. […]
Spiro Ladies Race System Jacket
June 28, 2012
Yes, now an all-purpose jacket can convert into a vest. The new Ladies Race System Jacket by Spiro is waterproof, windproof, breathable, and incredibly, the arms will zip-off to transform it into a stylish vest. It’s warm and comfortable and perfect for most any run or hike. By the way, if you’re new to Spiro, […]
Venice Marathon
June 27, 2012
Coming October 28, 2012. Venice, city of romance… and fitness? In what may be the most beautiful route of any marathon, you’ll begin in the surrounding countryside near the town of Stra, run into Venice and over a pontoon bridge built over the Grand Canal just for the event, pass through St. Mark’s Square and […]
St. Luke’s Women’s Fitness Celebration 5K Run, Walk & Stroll for Women & Children
June 18, 2012
Coming September 22, 2012. Where is one of the largest women’s run/walks in the USA? It’s the St. Luke’s Women’s Fitness Celebration for Women & Children in Boise, Idaho. The 5K run, walk & stroll was organized as a get together for girls and women of all ages and skill level to inspire an awareness […]
New Balance NB639 Fitness Evolved Headphones
June 11, 2012
One device to rule them all. Well, one device to rule them all at the gym that is. The New Balance NB639 Fitness Evolved Headphones include not only a pair of very comfortable sport ear-buds with removable ear-hooks but also a one-touch, no-chest-strap-required heart rate monitor, a pedometer, a stopwatch and it’ll report on all […]
2012 Zazzle Bay to Breakers
May 7, 2012
Coming May 20, 2012. The Bay to Breakers race this year is sponsored by Zazzle, and if this is new to you, you definitely should check it out. It’s part 12K race, part wacky 101 year San Francisco tradition, and part community festival. There will be teams in costume as well as serious competitors and […]
The SeaWheeze Lululemon Half Marathon
April 27, 2012
Coming August 11, 2012. The year our friends at Lululemon are inaugurating their first annual half marathon, The SeaWheeze, and they’re calling it “the most fun half-marathon in the world.” The route will travel along the beautiful banks of Vancouver, and the run is part of a whole weekend of of special events including an […]
The Hybrid Stick
April 10, 2012
Deep tissue massage works well not only for muscle cramps but also to improve strength, disperse the effects of lactic acid build-up and accelerate muscle recovery. Sometimes a tool helps to dig into those muscles behind the knees, neck and forearms, and that’s where The Stick comes in. The Hybrid Stick is the newest model […]
Vibram’s FiveFingers KSO
April 6, 2012
Vibram-made soles are popping up on shoes made by lots of manufacturers, but Vibram also makes its own shoes. Their FiveFingers KSO for women is one of the most versatile and popular styles due to its comfort and versatility. What we like to call the “mitten” style, because the shoe fits around each toe, is […]
Ras na hEireann Irish Race 2012
March 16, 2012
On the South bank of the River Boyne, just north of Donore Village… oops, that’s not it… it’s Somerville, Massachusetts. The redundantly named but spirited and unique Ras na hEireann Irish Race is coming up for its annual turn on Sunday, March 18 (2012) to kick-off another glorious Spring not to mention tomorrow, St. Patrick’s Day. […]
Sound Running Vest by RoadNoise
March 14, 2012
Running with sound… The Sound Running Vest by RoadNoise has lightweight speakers built in so you don’t need to wear ear buds anymore. Yep, no need to worry about not hearing that car beeping at you… or the sirens… or the, ahem, sweat in your ears. The high-powered speaker is loud enough without being overpowering. […]
SlackBow
March 14, 2012
Girl on a wire? Well, we all know balance is one of those elusive skills (ahem, like patience) that makes for a great athlete or at least a high fitness level. The SlackBow is like having a wacky over-sized rubber band in your house, mounted not so high so there’s no worry of falling from […]
Saucony Women’s Ethereal Jacket
March 13, 2012
Light-weight windbreaker shells are perfect for runs, and Saucony’s Ethereal Jacket for women takes that base and adds a reflective material as well as an LED light on the right sleeve that effectively wakes up those darn drivers texting and adjusting the radio instead of watching the road. It’s water and wind resistant and the […]
Thorlo Thick Cushion Running Socks
March 8, 2012
What can you say about a pair of socks? Okay, what if they were clinically proven to reduce blisters, reduce pressure and reduce pain? Thorlo’s new Thick Cushion running socks do just that because they are made with Lycra to absorb moisture and extra cushioning in the toes, in the heel and on the balls […]
CW-X Women’s Pro Tights
March 5, 2012
Have you ever put on a pair of knee-highs or stockings and felt like they provided support for your legs that just felt good. Well, CW-X has taken that same idea and created “tights” that do that same thing for you when you run or ski. They’re made from a special fabric that regulates your temperature […]
Ryka Ascent Running Shoes
February 27, 2012
Put simply, rykä makes running shoes for women. They use shoe molds build from women’s feet, and the shoes come out narrower in the heel and wider in the toe, just like a woman’s foot. We like the new Ascent model because of the extra support it has in the middle (they call it a […]
Xtenex Custom Shoe Laces
February 24, 2012
The ultimate shoe laces for runners… in cute colors? Yes, there’s even a science to the perfect shoe lace, and Xtenex has mastered it with their patented elastic lace technology that produces “adjustable tensioning between shoe eyelets.” We were surprised too, but here it is: the solution to “lace migration.” You may be surprised to hear […]
New Orleans Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon
February 21, 2012
Today is Mardi Gras! Yes, it’s a little rainy in the Big Easy right now, but it’s perfect weather for a run, and coming up soon on March 4 (2012), the New Orleans marathon (and half-marathon) are running through the streets. And remember, you can eat all the carbs you want the night before… New […]
Wahoo Run/Gym Pack for iPhone
February 14, 2012
Ok, we’ll try to demystify this technology thingy. First, you need an iPhone. Okay. Now, this kit from Wahoo has two parts. First, there is an adaptor (they call it a “key”) that fits into the bottom outlet of your iPhone in the same spot where you attach the recharger. Second, there is a heart […]
Vapur .4L Fun Size Anti-Bottle
February 10, 2012
These “Anti-Bottles” by Vapur are foldable, flexible and reusable water bottles. They stand upright when full and can be rolled, folded or flattened when empty, and they fit into daypacks and even pockets pretty easily. Each one also comes with a carabiner and has a writable area, so you can label them because you know the […]
Tifosi Altar Gloss White & Teal
February 9, 2012
Tifosi (Italian for “super fan” or “enthusiast”) makes several models of sport glasses, but the Altar model is designed specifically to fit women. The Altar, more for biking, hiking, running, golf and tennis, has interchangeable lenses, but the real interesting part is the frame that is designed a bit smaller and with adjustable ear pieces […]
Brunton Double-Back Blue Light
February 8, 2012
A simple but useful idea… a small light with a sort-of-twisty handle, like a bungy cord. This Double-Back light from Brunton can be attached to your backpack, your gear, your bike, your hat, your finger, your walking stick or whatever, and it both flashes and holds a solid beam for up to 80 hours. The […]
Go Red Exercise Tank
February 6, 2012
A cute little black dress is great, but The American Heart Association has this cute little red V-neck tank-top which is even more perfect for us, something to throw on for a quick set of tennis or hike up the hill with friends. It makes even more sense since February is American Heart Month (a […]