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BioLogic’s Pango Folding Helmet
November 14, 2014
An innovative, award-winning design. The Pango Folding Helmet by BioLogic folds down in three simple steps to half the size of your typical bike helmet. It’s very convenient for commuters or for traveling, since it can be stored easily in your bag or briefcase. Other great features include a well ventilated centered ridge, a magnetic […]
ANDIAMO! Padded Briefs
November 14, 2014
Extra padding can make all the difference! Especially when we’re talking about ANDIAMO! Padded Briefs. For those activities like cycling and horseback riding where our lady-parts need a little extra padding, these briefs have you “covered”. Their “one-piece crotch design” has lightweight cushioning in all the right places, yet no seams or excess fabric to […]
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 […]
Twowheelcool’s Airhead Helmet Liner
November 6, 2014
No more helmet hair! Our friends at Australian design company, Twowheelcool have a fantastic product that TrailblazerGirls will be jumping for joy about. The Airhead Helmet Liner is made out of non-allergenic, anti-static, anti-bacterial surgical grade silicone and sits inside your helmet (snow, bike, or motorcycle), enabling air to flow between your helmet and scalp. […]
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.
Copenhagen Wheel
October 17, 2014
Need a little boost on your morning commute? Available at the end of this year, the Copenhagen Wheel converts your regular bike into a smart, electric hybrid bike. Developed at MIT in conjunction with the city of Copenhagen, this wireless wheel replaces your back wheel with a wheel that has a self-contained motor, batteries, and […]
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 […]
Charity Miles App
October 15, 2014
A great way to give back. The Charity Miles app is free and compatible with both Android and iOS phones. Having engaged various corporate sponsors, there is a pool of $1 million that they will donate based on the number of miles you bike, walk or run (bikers earn 10 cents per mile; walkers and […]
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 […]
Tri States Gran Fondo
October 8, 2014
Coming October 11, 2014. This is the only Gran Fondo that covers 3 states, hence the name Tri States Gran Fondo! Starting in Nevada and almost immediately crossing the border into Arizona with some rolling hills, your first climb takes you into Utah where you’ll ride through some scenic territory to help distract you from […]
Tracey Neuls Geek Bike Reflector Shoe
September 25, 2014
A cycling shoe that doesn’t look like your typical cycling shoe. Tracey Neuls shoes have been nominated for design awards and appear in the fashion, art, and design press. We were especially taken with her Geek Bike Reflector Shoe. TrailblazerGirls will appreciate that this shoe can be dressed up or down, and it has a […]
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 […]
France: Castles of Loire Valley by WomanTours
September 23, 2014
Coming May 19, 2015. Ooo la la! Cycle the Loire Valley with WomanTours new tour next spring. This is a great vacation for beginner to moderate level cyclists who want to explore France and the stunning castles of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A 7-day tour with 5 cycling days, you’ll travel […]
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 […]
Puglia Bike Tour by Backroads
September 15, 2014
Coming May 12, 2015. It’s not too early to start planning a special Mother’s Day trip with Backroads. Their Puglia Bike Tour has a Mother-Daughter departure to the unspoiled beauty of the southeastern tip of Italy. This 6 day tour includes pedaling through countrysides and past forests of hundred-year-old olive trees, visits to 2 World Heritage […]