November 12, 2019
Don’t cover up the stink of your activewear! Use Active Laundry Detergent and really clean your clothes. Thanks to a special team of chemical engineers, this detergent has a formulation that actually breaks down and dissolves the sweat, oils, bacteria, and other yuckies that can get trapped in our workout clothes. The proprietary, plant-based enzyme […]
November 6, 2019
Solutions for some common foot-related problems! Solemates is a female-founded, female-lead brand most notably known for their flagship product, a patented line of heel protectors designed to prevent stilettos from sinking into the grass. And now, they have branched out and are bringing us some smart, quick fixes to issues that we’ve all had as TrailblazerGirls…stinky […]
October 30, 2019
A sweater that’s true to its name! Yes, the Adept Sweater from our friends at Title Nine is the sweater that will do the trick no matter where your TrailblazerGirl adventures take you. You must remember Title Nine and their Yasumi Short Sleeve Top that we introduced you to last month, the Adept is from […]
October 23, 2019
Yet another first rate item from that super company, Toad&Co…the Cruiser Cord Skinny Pant! These are classic cords but amped up. They bumped up the organic cotton with a bit of stretch, making them super practical for movement. You’ll be able to climb those mountains and tackle those trails comfortably and in style with the […]
October 23, 2019
The flannel shirt re-imagined! One of our best-loved companies, Toad&Co has updated the quintessential fall fabric…flannel. It’s not the flannel of lumberjack shirts, but a new kind of flannel. The Re-Form Flannel Shirt is made with 100% recycled materials. Yes, that’s right, talk about eco-friendly! Using post-consumer plastic bottles and salvaged cotton textiles, this fabric […]
October 22, 2019
If ever there were a shoe that conjures up the song, “These Boots Were Made for Walking”, the Waterproof Liberty Alpine is it! Our friends at The Original Muck Boot Company (remember the Liberty Waterproof Ankle Rubber Boots that we introduced you to earlier this year?) marries function with fashion with their Liberty Alpine leather […]
October 8, 2019
Our friends at Yogipace have yet another winner! You must remember the On the Fly Pants that we told you about last month? The joggers that are comfy and come in different inseam lengths, so that everyone can get the perfect fit. Yogipace has just released their Dress Yoga Pant Collection. Yippee!! Pants that look […]
October 7, 2019
You have alpacas to thank for this shirt! Our friends at Janji craft globally inspired running gear, and their Runpaca short sleeved shirt is influenced by Mexico. Testing and promo shots were done in Mexico, so you know that they ran this shirt through the paces with hot weather in mind. The Runpaca fabric is […]
September 9, 2019
Comfy joggers for fall! Our friends at Yogipace have recently updated the design of their On The Fly Pants, and we’re big fans! First off, they come in 24″, 27″, and 31″ inseam lengths, which is a real benefit for those of us who have legs that are not “standard” length. Hurray, no need to […]
September 4, 2019
A best seller and it’s easy to see why! Taking its name from the important federal civil rights law that requires gender equality in all aspects of publicly-funded education, Title Nine sells versatile clothing for the active women that is meant to last. The Yasumi Short Sleeve Top is a perfect example of this. Made with a […]
August 12, 2019
A classic with a twist! The Kenya Sports Bra from our friends at Tail Activewear looks your typical, time honored sports bra. Yes, it’s well made with sturdy straps to keep everything in place when you’re doing all your TrailblazerGirl activities. And yes, it’s made with a moisture wicking fabric that will keep you dry […]
August 8, 2019
Be a force to be reckoned with on and off the courts! With the Force Tank from our friends at LIJA, you will be playing in style. LIJA hails out of our friendly neighbors to the north in Vancouver, Canada and started out with designing quality clothing for lady golfers, then expanded into activewear for […]
August 7, 2019
A staple item for your TrailblazerGirl summer activities. The folks at BALEAF (Balance Active Life with Ease and Attraction through Free-flowing ideas) designed their Active Yoga Lounge Shorts with comfort in mind. The fabric is a medium weight cotton/spandex blend that is oh-so soft and breathable. A loose fit with slightly tapered legs add to that […]
July 29, 2019
Heavy duty protection for your feet! The Finnish company, VJ, has designed a shoe fit for the extreme trails, hence their aptly named XTRM. The outsole is made of a material that is often used in the inner linings of automobile tires so you know that it will withstand the rocks, roots, and tough technical […]
July 11, 2019
The world’s most eco-friendly t-shirt. Big statement, and our friends at Sundried live up to it in spades with their Eco Tech Fitness Top. Let’s start with the fabric. Yes, it’s oh-so soft, sweat wicking, and has 4-way stretch to allow you to move and grove without restriction. But it’s also designed out of the […]
June 13, 2019
Eucalyptus is not just for koalas! The VYAYAMA KALABLAK Crop Top is designed out of a patented fabric that is derived from sustainably farmed eucalyptus trees. It has better moisture management than cotton and has a silky soft comfortable feel. As is essential in active wear, it is anti-odor, hypoallergenic, and has a thin liner of internal […]
June 6, 2019
Traveler-friendly kicks! The Boccia from our friends at Creative Recreation are just the pair of sneaker that you’ll need to sail through the airport TSA lines this summer. The easy nature of these slip ons allow them to be taken on and off quickly. A slightly tapered toe and raised footbed present a stylish and […]
May 29, 2019
No pocket, no worries… as long as you have the Journey Scarf! This clever and super handy scarf with a secret is from a company with a fun name, Pang Wangle, a woman-owned business based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Just like it’s name, an expression that means to go along cheerfully despite minor misfortunes, you can […]
May 22, 2019
Cozy up with the Terracea Women’s Landing Fleece! Here in the Pacific Northwest, we love being outdoors but even in the “warmer” months, rest assured it will be nippy or wet at some point during the day. The Landing has you covered with its Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish, ready to keep you dry when that […]
May 21, 2019
A multi-award-winning shoe, and it’s easy to see why! Yes, the newly released Spin Ultra from our friends at SCARPA has already racked up an Editor’s Choice award from Trail Runner Magazine as well as an Outside Magazine Gear of the Year award. SCARPA, Italian for shoe, is headquartered in northern Italy in the foothills […]
May 16, 2019
Springtime means sandal time, and we have a unique sandal for you! Introducing the Alpha Lifestyle Sandals from our friends at Earth Runners. This minimalist sandal looks very basic and unfussy (in a good way), but there’s a lot going on in its simple design. The soles have flexibility and grip to take you over […]
May 15, 2019
Getting their hands dirty since 2010! Here’s a socially responsible company with an admirable mission and the stats to back it up. For every product sold, United By Blue (UBB) commits to removing one pound of trash from the world’s waterways and oceans, and thus far, they have removed 1,638,501 pounds to-date! Wow! What a […]
May 13, 2019
From our friends at Vuori, that brought us the Performance Jogger that are still going strong after more than 2 years of use (yes, that’s right, more than 2 years!), comes another item that we think will soon be an indispensable staple in our TrailblazerGirl active wardrobe. The Summits Woven Short uses Vuori’s V4 Technology, a 4-way […]
May 7, 2019
From our friends at rabbit who brought us the spaghetti BRA-vo and the Smarter Pants, comes their latest and greatest, the Trail Criss Cross! With the introduction of this new Trail Collection, the Criss Cross is designed out of their ultra lightweight rabbitLITE fabric – ready to keep you cool and dry on the trails. […]