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Stigo
May 16, 2014
A cool and eco-friendly way to get around town. Stigo is a new, foldable, electric scooter that will be available in Europe in Spring 2015. This novel scooter folds up in 2 seconds and is about the size of a tall golf bag, making it super convenient to wheel off the street – no parking […]
Iron Curtain Trail
May 16, 2014
Raise the curtain. Bike the length of the notorious Iron Curtain that separated the European Continent into east and west for almost a half a century during the Cold War. The Iron Curtain Trail (ICT) is a 6,800 km cycling trail that starts at the Barents Sea along the Norwegian-Russian border and the Finnish-Russian border […]
American Discovery Trail
May 15, 2014
One of the longest, long-distance trails in the world. The American Discovery Trail is a coast-to-coast trail about 6,800 miles long and passes through the District of Columbia and 15 states, 14 national parks and 16 national forests. You can hike, run, bike, and even ride a horse along the route. Completion times vary depending […]
Munda Biddi Trail, Australia
May 15, 2014
The longest off-road cycling trail in the world. The Munda Biddi Trail in Western Australia is a record breaking 1000km long! Meaning ‘path through the forest’ in the Noongar Aboriginal language, this epic trail passes through areas of unspoiled forests, bushland, and gentle terrain on bush tracks, firebreaks and old railway lines. Along the route […]
Bionx Seascape 12
May 14, 2014
Pedal-power – a fun way to get out on the water! The Bionx Seascape 12 does have a set of pedals that work independently, but it also has a variable assist propulsion (VAP) system. VAP gives you an extra boost so that as you pedal, the electric power kicks in and allows you to reach […]
N.Bidlake All-rounder Trouser
May 12, 2014
What a suitably named pair of trousers! The All-rounder Trouser by our friends at N.Bidlake is stylish, durable, functional, and should be the newest piece of essential gear for all TrailblazerGirls. After an initial washing, they dried amazingly quickly with no wrinkles, due to the wool, polyester, spandex blend of the fabric. The slim cut […]
LumiGram Luminous Safety Vest
May 8, 2014
Double visibility at night with the Luminous Safety Vest by LumiGram. This French company designs and produces clothing and textiles using a patented luminous fabric that contains ultra-thin optical fibers, directly woven with synthetic fibers. The Luminous Safety Vest has reflective tape as well as the special luminous fabric that is powered by 3 AAA batteries. […]
The Nation’s Triathlon
May 8, 2014
Coming September 7, 2014. Touted as America’s Premier Triathlon, The Nation’s Triathlon is certainly a postcard-perfect race, and it benefits The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The 40K bike and 10K run routes are mostly flat, very fast, and closed to all car traffic. See many of Washington, DC’s historical landmarks along the way – Jefferson […]
Pure Fix Cycles Kenda Colored Tire
May 7, 2014
Add a little color to your life. Pure Fix Cycles has loads of bikes, bike parts, and gear for the TrailblazerGirl cyclist. Check out their Kenda Colored Tires. Available in size 28X700C with reinforced sidewalls, these tires are a moderate thickness and just right for the urban rider. Available in red, purple, blue, yellow, green, […]
Showers Pass VelEau 42
May 7, 2014
Safe, easy hydration while biking. The Showers Pass VelEau 42 is a hydration system that does away with reaching for your water bottle or carrying around a heavy backpack-style hydration pack. The VelEau holds 42 ounces of water in a reservoir secured under the saddle and a special hydration tube runs the length of the bike […]
Prague City Bike Tour
May 7, 2014
Maximize your time in Prague with a Prague City Bike Tour! They offer 2 guided tours – the City Ride and the Castle Ride. Both are about 2.5 hours long at a nice comfortable pace and hit all the popular sites you’ll want to see – Old Town Square, the historic Jewish Quarter, Prague Castle, parks […]
Radical Design Cyclone IV Trekking
May 6, 2014
For those long-distance cycling trips, Radical Design’s Cyclone IV Trekking is just the cargo trailer for you. This award winning trailer has a number of great features. It quickly and securely attaches to your bike, can easily be converted to a hand trolley, and by removing the tow bar and wheels, you can attach a […]
illumiNITE Tahoe Performance Jacket
May 6, 2014
Be safe and seen at night. Our friends at illumiNITE have a fantastic jacket for you TrailblazerGirls called the Tahoe that is the epitome of this mantra. The special feature of this jacket is the fabric which has reflective beads so that when a car’s headlights shine on you, the light will be reflected, making […]
Hadrian’s Cycleway
May 6, 2014
Ride alongside history and a World Heritage Site all in one! Hadrian’s Cycleway follows the length of Hadrian’s Wall in northern England. Signed as National Route 72, it’s mostly country lanes and quiet roads along the 174 mile trail. Riding straight through, it can be completed in about 3 days, but there’s so much to […]
Sphyke C3N
April 29, 2014
An innovative lock for your bike. The C3N lock system by Sphyke eliminates the need to remove your front wheel or get a cable lock to loop through your front wheel to keep it secure. It works by replacing your bike’s existing nuts and bolts with ones that incorporate a tiny combination lock. You set […]
Bikerax
April 29, 2014
Tired of leaning your bike against the wall or worse, laying it on the floor to store it? The Bikerax out of Melbourne, Australia, is just the solution. Because of its contemporary design, this bike storage system can easily be mistaken for a stylish piece of furniture. Made out of sustainable material, it’s strong and […]
CycloFemme Global Women’s Cycling Day
April 29, 2014
Coming May 11, 2014. A fun Mother’s Day event to celebrate women on bikes. CycloFemme Global Women’s Cycling Day is an annual ride in various cities around the world. At the time of this writing, there are 214 rides registered in 41 states and 19 countries! These are fun, non-competitive rides, mostly through urban areas. […]
Rapha Women’s Base Layer
April 25, 2014
Chilly spring mornings necessitate a little extra. Our friends at Rapha have a winner with their long sleeve base layer. Designed especially for women (read slim cut and flattering), this is just what you need under your jersey or t-shirt to keep the cold out. Made out of New Zealand merino wool, it’s soft, comfortable, […]
Wild in Petoskey by Outdoor Book Club
April 25, 2014
Coming May 16, 2014. Love books, the great outdoors, and camping? Check out the Outdoor Book Club! They have some fantastic active trips and workshops for women combined with lively discussions about a particular book. One of the trips that caught our attention is Wild in Petoskey, Michigan. Highlights include a 3.3 mile hike on […]
Shredly OMNI Short
April 18, 2014
No boring, black cycling shorts for this TrailblazerGirl! Check out the OMNI (aka Multi-Sport) Short by our friends at Shredly. With 17 bold, colorful prints to choose from, there is no way anyone would describe you as boring! Though Shredly is well-known for their mountain bike inspired women’s threads, these shorts will be equally at […]
Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC)
April 16, 2014
Coming August 2, 2014. An annual bike-a-thon that raises more money for charity than any other single event in the country. In 2013, the Pan-Mass Challenge cyclists raised an impressive $39 million to support adult and pediatric patient care and cancer research at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through the Jimmy Fund! They hope to top […]
The White Mountains of New Hampshire by WomanTours
April 15, 2014
Coming July 6, 2014. Join WomanTours for their White Mountains of New Hampshire cycling tour. Stay in impressive grand hotels and view stunning scenery on this moderate to advanced level tour as you loop through the White Mountains. There will be some steep climbs (feel free to take the shuttle if you need a break!) […]
RSVP 2
April 11, 2014
Coming August 16, 2014. Challenge yourself with a 2-day, 270-mile bike ride from Seattle to Vancouver, British Columbia. The RSVP 2 travels scenic back roads with 106 miles the first day to Bellingham, Washington and 82 miles on day two to Vancouver. To top it off, there’s a fun festival at the finish line with […]
Urbanist Cycling’s The Bettie
March 20, 2014
Who needs cycling shorts when you can have cycling panties. Yep, your read that right… cycling panties. The designers at Urbanist Cycling have created a line, and the model that caught our eye was The Bettie, which is just about to be released. These chamois panties are stylish, comfortable and amazingly ideal for cycling due […]