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L’Etape du Tour
November 14, 2014
Coming July 2015. Ever dreamed of racing in the Tour de France? Well, as an amateur cyclist, you can join L’Etape du Tour which covers the route of one of the mountain stages in the Tour de France. In 2015, it’s a challenging 142 km from Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne to a mountain finish in the ski resort […]
Trigger Bell
November 6, 2014
A new kind of bell for your bike! Just released out of the UK, the Trigger Bell lets you “quickly warn other road users while keeping your eyes on the road and your hands on your handlebars.” Depending on the type of handlebar you have, it is secured in a way that allows you to […]
Women’s Intro to Road Touring with Adventure Cycling Association
November 6, 2014
Coming May 10 and July 19, 2015. Ready to hit the open road with your bike but not sure how? The Adventure Cycling Association has a solution for you. On 2 dates next year, they are offering an Introduction to Road Touring course in Virginia and Oregon. These are small group courses (only 14 ladies […]
Tour de Frights – the Haunted Halloween Tour by Bike the Big Apple
October 31, 2014
Coming October 31 and November 1, 2014. Happy Halloween! The folks at Bike the Big Apple are offering Tour de Frights – the Haunted Halloween Tour tonight and tomorrow night. A novel way to see Manhattan as you take a leisurely ride through Manhattan’s spookiest graveyards, haunted bars, and even Mark Twain’s former home (AKA […]
10% DISCOUNT: Two-Wheeling Women Tours
October 20, 2014
TrailblazerGirl deal alert! Our friends at Two-Wheeling Women Tours are offering a special 10% discount on all tours just for TrailblazerGirl readers! Simply enter trailblazergirl to the question “How did you learn about Two Wheeling Women?” when you register. This is a special code just for TrailblazerGirl readers, so take advantage of it while you can.
Buca Boot
October 17, 2014
A boot (or trunk) for the urban cyclist. A Buca Boot, that is! The soon-to-be-released invention mounts on the back of your bike and looks like a storage container. When the doors are closed and locked, everything stays dry and secure inside, and the special hinge mechanism that runs through the width of the boot […]
Florida – Gulf Coast Biking and Beaches Tour by Two-Wheeling Women
October 17, 2014
Coming February 22, 2015. Sample warm sunshine and open roads in the dead of winter. TrailblazerGirl cyclists will enjoy the Florida – Gulf Coast Biking and Beaches Tour by Two-Wheeling Women, a boutique, all-women’s cycling tour group. With a maximum of 12 ladies and 2 guides on the tour, you’ll have plenty of individual attention […]
Wike Golf Cart Bicycle Trailer
October 14, 2014
Fore! Now you can ride your bike to the golf course with the Wike Golf Cart Bicycle Trailer. This quality aluminum trailer, built in Canada, is ultra-lightweight at 14 pounds, has 16″ wheels, and a bike hitch for your seat post. Once at the course, detach it from your bike and use it to walk […]
Giro Della Costa Centrale FemmeFondo – 50 miles
October 14, 2014
Coming November 9, 2014. La Dolce Vita! TrailblazerGirl cyclists should check out the inaugural FemmeFondo, one of the four rides of the Giro Della Costa Centrale. This 50 mile, women-only ride is an intermediate to advanced level timed cycling event. Ride through the rolling hills of California’s Central Coast area with views of the Pacific […]
Tonik Abbey Tank
October 8, 2014
Real Jerseys for Real Women. That’s the fitting tagline for Tonik, a fantastic line of cycling clothing for women. The Abbey Tank is winner of a top with a flattering fit, cute details including playful scalloped trim that’s also reflective, and a back pocket plus a secure zipper pocket for valuables with a surprising pop […]
Philadelphia Bike Expo
October 8, 2014
Coming November 8, 2014. A weekend celebrating cycling in the City of Brotherly Love. TrailblazerGirl cyclists should check out the Philadelphia Bike Expo, a 2-day event promoting “the fun, function, fitness and freedom to be found on two wheels“. There will be seminars on advocacy, family biking, travel, and women-specific fashion and gear. A test […]
Sandwichbike SF7
September 25, 2014
A bike in a box! The Sandwichbike comes packaged in a flat box measuring 37″ X 27.5″ X 9.4″ with about 50 pieces and all the tools required to put it together. Designed and manufactured in Amsterdam, this beech plywood bike features 14G stainless steel spokes and a stainless steel chain and can be assembled […]
Spokes for Hope Ride
September 25, 2014
Coming November 8, 2014. Join your fellow TrailblazerGirls for the Spokes for Hope Ride in Southern Utah. Four distance options to choose – 30, 50, 70, and 94 mile – with corresponding climbs of 658 ft, 1,495 ft, 2,417 ft, and 2,972 ft, respectively. Expect warm weather and sunshine, fully stocked rest stops, a tasty […]
Fiks:Reflective Wheel Stripes
September 23, 2014
Okay, TrailblazerGirl cyclists, here’s another fantastic way to stay safe and visible on your bike. With days getting shorter, it’s important to have some extra reflectiveness for those evening rides home. Fiks:Reflective Wheel Stripes are semi-permanent stickers that you can easily attach to your bike rims. There are special glass beads embedded in the tape […]
Belle Helmets
September 15, 2014
Let your uniqueness shine through with a Belle Helmet! These are hand painted helmets in a variety of designs ranging from fruit to animals to nature (we’re partial to Just the Sky, pictured above). If you have a vision, they can custom design something as well. All of the helmets are sealed with a UV-protected […]
Cat5Gear Cyclist Case
September 10, 2014
Got gear? Then you need the Cat5Gear Cyclist Case! This case holds everything that you TrailblazerGirl cyclists need for your next ride. With almost 2,000 cubic inches of volume, it has 4 separate compartments to hold your helmet, shoes, jacket, gloves, etc., interior pockets for the smaller items, and 2 exterior pockets to hold your […]
La Route Verte, Quebec
September 10, 2014
Laissez les bon temps rouler…on bike! Explore all that Quebec has to offer with La Route Verte (“Green Route”), a network of bike paths, urban and multiuse trails, and designated cycling roads, lanes, and surfaces. With over 5,000 km, it’s the most extensive in North America, and you’ll see metropolitan cities, tranquil countrysides, beautiful valleys, […]
Georgia in Dublin Leggits
September 3, 2014
No more soggy shoes! Leggits, by those clever folks at Georgia in Dublin, are overshoes that are designed to keep your shoes and pants dry and clean when you are on your bike or walking in the rain. These stylish accessories slip on over your shoes and reach to a few inches under your knees. […]
River Main Cycle Route
September 3, 2014
The first five-star bike route awarded by the German Cyclists’ Federation. TrailblazerGirl cyclist will enjoy Germany’s River Main Cycle Route (Main-Radweg in German). This is a 372-mile paved trail that travels past castles, churches, vineyards, and picturesque villages. It starts at either Bischofsgrün or Creußen and ends at Mainz, where the Main flows into the […]
Race Across South Africa
August 28, 2014
Coming June 7, 2015. This is for die-hard TrailblazerGirl bikers only! The Race Across South Africa is a 2,300 km mountain bike event from Pietermaritzburg, along the Freedom Trail to Diemersfontein (outside Wellington). It is a non-stop, unsupported race, limited to 60 participants, and must be completed within 26 days (the record is an amazing […]
Bramble and Mr Twigg Handlebar bag Jungle
August 25, 2014
For the chic urban cyclist. The Bramble and Mr Twigg Handlebar bag Jungle is a super cute bag that easily attaches to your handlebars to carry all your essentials on your ride about town. TrailblazerGirls will enjoy that a shoulder strap can be connected to this bag and voilà, a handy purse! Handmade in London […]
Torcano ORP SmartHorn Bike Light
August 25, 2014
Riding a bike can be hazardous, but with the Torcano ORP SmartHorn Bike Light you have a little extra security. The first of its kind, this small but effective contraption uses patented technology to blast a 96 decibel alert to cars and a more friendly 76 decibels for pedestrians or other cyclists. The USB rechargable […]
North Sea Cycle Route
August 25, 2014
The world’s longest cycle route. The North Sea Cycle Route gained this official distinction in 2003 and follows the coastline of the North Sea through England, Scotland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium. It is more than 3,700 miles and is a well-signed, mainly flat, paved road with ferry links covering the non-land […]
FlyKly Smart Wheel
August 15, 2014
Sometimes we need a little help. The Smart Wheel by FlyKly converts your regular bike into an electric bike. Just replace your rear wheel with the Smart Wheel, and you’ll get a boost of up to 25 km/h. On a fully charged battery (takes only 2-3 hours), expect travel of up to 40 km. It […]