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Skatecycle by Brooklyn Workshop
March 8, 2013
No, those aren’t handcuffs. Your feet go into them, and no, they’re not foot-cuffs either. This may be the next big thing in skateboarding: the Skatecycle by Brooklyn Workshop. The Skatecycle is the world’s first self-propelled hubless skate. Just slot your feet into the space where the hubs should be and carve down a hill […]
FlyGrip
February 8, 2013
Carrying your phone all day? Instead, have it grip to you with this clever little gadget called the FlyGrip. The FlyGrip can actually be attached to any device you want to hold on to by creating a clip that forms to your fingers so it naturally hangs-on to you. It’s like wearing a ring. It […]
Chinese New Year Treasure Hunt 2013
February 8, 2013
Coming February 23, 2013. One of our favorite things to do in the city, the Chinese New Year Treasure Hunt blends brains with speed in an amazing race through San Francisco during the Chinese New Year celebrations. You’ll have to zig and zag through the crowds and the wildly colorful parade to get to locations […]
Sailcloth Duffels by SailorBags
January 31, 2013
Duffel with style. Yea, duffels are sometimes the perfect bag with a big open space that’ll fit any gear, but they usually look like something a guy would sling over his shoulder. But wait, Sailcloth Duffels by SailorBags are different. Made from the incredibly strong and sturdy double-layered cloth used to make sails, these duffels […]
LifeProof frē for iPhone 5
January 18, 2013
Waterproof, dirt proof, snow proof and shock proof? Yes, yes, yes and yes! The LifeProof frē for iPhone 5 is on its way to being the last word on rugged cases for iPhones. We actually had to test this one for ourselves, so we dropped it in a bucket to see what would happen… and […]
VaultPro Convertible Backpack
January 16, 2013
In a word.. stylish! No wait… chic! No wait…. versatile. Argh. The VaultPro Convertible Backpack is all that. It triples as a backpack, shoulder sling, handbag, and your valuables will stay safe and secure no matter which way you wear it. Its Steel Armor System includes a cut-proof, steel cable reinforced shoulder strap, slash-proof fabric […]
Touch Screen Compatible Gloves by FRAAS
January 15, 2013
Not yet available online… these just announced Touch Screen Compatible Gloves from German-based FRAAS are incredible. Their chic design with its ruffle plus the touch screen compatibility brings together cool looks with advanced technology. Want them? You’ll need to call the company directly before the rush on their web site when they go live for the […]
Aqua Zinger
January 11, 2013
Flavored water is becoming popular, and getting away from sweetened drinks is great, but what if you want to adjust the amount of flavoring or maybe you want to try a new flavor? Enter the incredibly clever Aqua Zinger. The portable Aqua Zinger water bottle works by infusing water with flavors of your choosing. Essentially, […]
Top Urban Gear of 2012
December 19, 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 Urban Gear category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Micro Luggage, the amazing luggage with an attached scooter embedded right […]
Top Court Sports and Tennis Gear of 2012
December 13, 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 Court Sports and Tennis Gear category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Wilson Juice Pro BLX Tennis Racquet, the racket used […]
The Elite Hot Hybrid by Kulae
November 16, 2012
Okay yoga girls, what do you hate most about your yoga mat. The (ahem) sweat on the mat right? Well, that should be your answer if you’re doing it right… at least that’s what our yoga teacher says. Fortunately for all of us, the new Elite Hot Hybrid yoga mat by Kulae combines the function […]
Adrenalina Skateboard Marathon, San Diego
October 11, 2012
Coming October 20, 2012. The Adrenalina Skateboard Marathon is a battle of fitness, endurance, and skateboarding prowess. The race consists of six laps around Fiesta Island in Mission Bay (San Diego), with the top winners sharing $5,000 in prize money, in addition to product giveaways from the greatest and latest in the long skate industry.
Ball Claw by Tourna
September 28, 2012
Thankfully, you no longer have to stick a tennis ball under your skirt to hold on to it. The Ball Claw by Tourna clips to your waistband and holds the ball securely. And later when you want to take it home, it folds easily to fit in your pocket.
Ladies Tennis Retreat by Cliff Drysdale at The Ritz Carlton, Key Biscayne, Miami
September 28, 2012
Coming October 17-21 (and again 24-28), 2012. There are tennis camps and then there is the Ladies Tennis Retreat by Cliff Drysdale at The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne, Miami. This is the largest and most complete tennis venue of any Ritz-Carlton resort worldwide. And the retreat includes 4 nights luxurious accommodations at The Ritz-Carlton, a welcome […]
Urban Adventure Quest
August 30, 2012
Okay Amazing Race fans, here’s your chance to relive that same excitement in a city near you. The Urban Adventure Quest folks have devised a fun scavenger hunt through the streets of cities all over the country (we tried San Francisco). The questions and clues are fed to you through your smartphone, and don’t worry, […]
Wilson Vibra Fun Glitter Hearts Tennis Dampeners
August 27, 2012
Everyone these days has some sort of shock absorber, or dampener, on the strings of their tennis racket. It just makes sense, but be prepared to amaze your girlfriends at the next friendly doubles match with these Vibra Fun Glitter Hearts Tennis Dampeners from Wilson. It’ll put a smile on everyone’s face, and it might […]
Ladies Tennis Retreat by Cliff Drysdale Tennis, Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort
August 27, 2012
Coming October 10-14, 2012 (and other dates). Come to the luxurious, 4-diamond Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort in Florida for one of the best 5-days of tennis you’ll ever experience. The Ladies Tennis Retreat by Cliff Drysdale Tennis blends professionally led educational drills with match play sessions that will assuredly improve your game. And taking […]
Micro Luggage
July 13, 2012
Ride your luggage! Yep, you read that right. Ride you luggage. The Micro Luggage has an attached scooter embedded right into its body, so yes you can still pull it but you can also ride it. It still has a quality hard-shelled case with standard carry-on dimensions, but it can also be used as a […]
Mile 22 Bags
July 9, 2012
Relive your glories and design you own bag at the same time. The folks at Mile 22 can now create a personalized tote, duffle, backpack or messenger bag with memorabilia from your races (things like race bibs, t-shirts, time sheets, etc). You send them in, and the folks at Mile 22 stitch them together into […]
Krypton Leggings by Lucas Hugh
June 22, 2012
London high-fashion meets TrailblazerGirl? Lucas Hugh is a London-based fashion house that’s mixing active sport wear with design, and these Krypton Leggings are part of their new line. Inspired by Anna Sudbina’s ‘Krypton’ abstract stretches, everyone will definitely be asking where you got them at your next yoga class. They’re also breathable (80% Polyamide, 20% […]
Turquoise Lattice Backpack Cooler by Swoozies
June 19, 2012
It’s our picnic in the park day, and this Turquoise Lattice Backpack Cooler by Swoozies is exactly the item TrailblazerGirl is taking to keep those drinks (and desserts) cold. Measuring 11.5 in wide x 5.75 in deep x 13.75 in tall, it’ll carry just enough for a perfect picnic with our girlfriends, and thankfully, the […]
Champion Floral Laceless Sneakers by Keds
June 19, 2012
Super cute little shoes for biking to a picnic in the park or around town. These Champion Floral Laceless Sneakers by Keds still fit snugly even though it looks like there should be laces, and they come in three fun colored designs. No one is going to run a marathon in these, but there’s more […]
West Coast Tennis School: Women’s Art of Doubles Camp
June 13, 2012
Coming July 13-15 2012. Whistler for tennis? Yep, and women come from all over to attend the Women’s Art of Doubles Camp by the West Coast Tennis School. Why? The secret lies in its two instructors: Marjorie Blackwood and Peter Schelling. Marjorie is a former Top 50 WTA Tour player. She competed at Wimbledon, the […]
adidas Tennis Performance Tank by Stella McCartney
May 7, 2012
When fashion designers meet sportswear, it can go either way but Stella McCartney has definitely aced it with this adidas Tennis Performance Tank. The mesh overlay, decorative stitching and cool color meet our fashion sense while the sweat-releasing fabric meets our competitive court sense. It doesn’t hurt either that top-seed Caroline Wozniacki just wore this […]