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Folding Camp Utensils by MSR
July 26, 2012
Ultralight folding utensils for camping. The new Folding Camp Utensils by MSR are made with safe, ultralight, non-leaching materials and collapse so they can be efficiently packed. Available in 4 colors, which makes sense so you can keep track of which set belongs to whom.
HotLips Titanium 600 Mug by Snow Peak
July 26, 2012
Hot lips redefined. Yep, now “hot lips” doesn’t just refer to an old M*A*S*H character, it also refers to a clever attachment for a cup to protect your lips from, well, getting too hot. The HotLips Titanium 600 Mug by Snow Peak essentially has two parts. The HotLips attachment is a silicone protector that clips […]
Camping in Zion National Park, Utah
July 26, 2012
Zion reminds you who’s really in charge, and it’s not us. It’s nature. The trails here were blazed by ancient peoples and pioneers who all gazed up at the cream-, pink- and red-colored sandstone cliffs. Hike the narrow slot canyon, and see Zion’s unique plants (like the Pinyon-Juniper Forest) and animals (like the ringtail cat). […]
Women’s Give-N-Go Travel Underwear by Exofficio
July 23, 2012
Dries in minutes. Okay, well that depends on the temperature, but our tests showed that the Women’s Give-N-Go Travel Underwear by Exofficio dried so fast, it felt like just a few minutes. Our friends at Exofficio have designed them so that you can just toss them in the laundry or wash them in a sink. […]
SteriPEN Adventurer Opti UV Water Purifying Pen
July 16, 2012
Sterilize your water without boiling? With the SteriPEN Adventurer Opti UV Water Purifying Pen, you simply stick the pen into your water bottle, stir and it shines germicidal ultraviolet light into the water to kill the bacteria, viruses and protozoa that could very well make you sick. It takes about 90 seconds to sterilize one […]
BHEESTIE
July 12, 2012
Yikes, my cell got wet! Now what? The BHEESTIE is a clever little packet with little blue beads that pull the water away from your phone or any small electronic device. Drop your phone in the packet, and it works way better than the old rice trick, and you can use it over and over […]
After Sun Lotion with Insect Repellent by Malibu Sun
July 10, 2012
After a great day on the beach, it’s time to head to the cabana and enjoy some cool beverages, and the After Sun Lotion with Insect Repellent by Malibu Sun delivers some moisturizing and cooling relief with the added benefit of an insect repellent. It’s the perfect accessory after a long day in the sun.
Women’s Lower Salmon River Trip by Holiday River Expeditions
July 3, 2012
Coming August 10-13, 2012. Adventure done the TrailblazerGirl way. This 4-day rafting trip down the Lower Salmon River (Idaho) by Holiday River Expeditions manages both. On the one hand, you’ll raft over roller coaster rapids past rock canyons and rolling mountains, but on the other hand, you’ll enjoy yoga, massage, river “pedicures,” mud baths, chocolate […]
Women’s Wonderland 30 by Sierra Designs
July 2, 2012
Yes, it’s summer, but it’s confusingly cold in San Francisco right now, so TrailblazerGirl tested the Women’s Wonderland 30 by Sierra Designs out in the field this weekend and was very thankfully protected from the climate (because honestly we forgot to bring a backup). The Women’s Wonderland 30 is what they call a “3-season” sleeping […]
Hoopla Floorless Shelter by Mountain Hardwear
June 26, 2012
How much tent do you really need? The new Hoopla Floorless Shelter by Mountain Hardwear is a lightweight tent, at just 2 lbs (1 kg), and has space for 4 people sleeping comfortably. It works well as a day shelter but it’s rounded shape and strong material mean that it will stand up to a […]
Tarts on Fire
June 26, 2012
Tarts on Fire? What? While everyone else is making S’mores, you’ll be making freshly baked, really toasted, tart shells with the clever Tarts on Fire Stick TrailblazerGirl just tried out on her expedition to the SoCal desert. Basically you wrap some dough, in our case it was pre-made biscuit dough, around the cup-shaped end and […]
Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus IR3535 Expedition SPF 30 Pump Spray
June 25, 2012
Boy, what a name, but it nets down to this: a bug spray and SPF-30 sunscreen in a pump instead of an aerosol. Aerosols aren’t good for the environment, but the pump is better. Avon’s Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus IR3535 Expedition SPF 30 Pump Spray (breathe) is DEET-free, dermatologist-tested and hypoallergenic and protects […]
Light My Fire SporkCase with Spork
June 22, 2012
Have Spork… have SporkCase. So you’re camping and naturally want to keep your utensils clean, and yes Mr. SmartyPants, that does include your Spork, the Swiss Army Knife of flatware. Take the next obvious step and there you have it: The SporkCase. It’s a simple and cute little, tough box to carry your Spork. And […]
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 […]
Storm All-Weather Safety Whistle
June 14, 2012
Proof that sometimes the best things come in small packages. The Storm All-Weather Safety Whistle is the loudest whistle on the market…. even underwater up to 50 feet. Its patented design has structured the chambers so that they force the water to be pushed-out when the whistle is blown. Its high frequency sound has more […]
Reusable To Go Lunch Cup at FredFlare
June 12, 2012
Fruit salad. Yummy-yummy. Hey, we’re all eating better, and this brand new Reusable To Go Lunch Cup, available at FredFlare.com, will make any salad suddenly good to go. The small cup will carry dressing or cottage cheese and the large cup will hold anything that you want mixed-up, and there’s a fork that clips on […]
LumaSpot Rhythm Lantern by Kelty
June 7, 2012
A disco light show… in the woods? Yes, the LumaSpot Rhythm Lantern by Keppy is a great LED camping lantern and spot light that lasts 30-100 hours. But, it’s also has a built-in speaker and hook-up for your MP3 player, and even better, the LED lights will rotate colors as your music is playing. It’s […]
OneLink Sleep System – SingleNest Hammock by Eagles Nest Outfitters
June 7, 2012
Ah, camping under the stars… and off the ground! This OneLink Sleep System – SingleNest Hammock by Eagles Nest Outfitters is an all-in-one hammock for campers. But wait there’s more… it also comes with a roof tarp that protects from the rain. But wait, there’s more… it also comes with mosquito netting to protect from […]
LightCap 300 by SolLight
June 5, 2012
One less thing to carry? How about two less things to carry? The LightCap 300 by SolLight is a solar-powered lantern, a one liter water bottle and a waterproof container for valuables. It weighs less than 10oz and has built-in loops for connecting straps or cords, but the cleverest design points are the wide-mouth opening […]
Stove in a Can
June 1, 2012
Stove in a can? Must be a gimmick, right? Well, the folks at Firefly Innovations have created a very clever package using the can itself as a stove and including inside 4 fuel cells (each lasting about an hour), a cooking ring and lid and waterproof matches. You open the can, take things out, light […]
Solar Spark Lighter by Sundance Solar
June 1, 2012
A pocket-size solar lighter? The Solar Spark Lighter by Sundance Solar is really a stainless steel parabolic mirror that focuses the sun’s energy to a precise point that can reach hundreds of degrees, thus lighting whatever you need. Imagine the looks on their faces when you take that out to light some kindling… priceless.
Seattle Sports PVC-Free Solar Shower
May 31, 2012
Us TrailblazerGirls don’t have a problem resolving the dichotomy of staying clean and going camping. Hey, just take a shower with you, and our friends at Seattle Sports have now just released their new PVC-free Solar Shower. Built with eco-friendly materials, the Solar Shower is a bag that you fill with water, leave in the […]
Adjustable Comfort Adult Sleeping Bag by Coleman
May 31, 2012
What is an “adjustable” sleeping bag? The newest trend is to have sleeping bags that can be configured differently depending on the weather, and the new Adjustable Sleeping Bag by Coleman does just that by using a divided cover with top and bottom flaps that allow campers to change how warm the bag is. So, […]
SylvanSport GO
May 23, 2012
It’s like a trailer-in-a-box. Everything you need to start camping with a trailer: a lightweight trailer with a pop-up tent, inflatable mattresses, an awning kit, bed/table panels, etc. This all-in-one SylvanSport GO has assembled quality components in a simple but complete little package for the fun weekend camper, but the really clincher is that the […]