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Catrike Folding Trail
October 21, 2013
Soon to be released in 2014, the new Catrike Folding Trail is set to win awards like the other trikes by this company. This is a multipurpose recumbent trike that has some great features. The lightweight but sturdy frame has an innovative lock system that allows it to fold and stay securely closed. No need […]
LA in a Day Bike Adventure
October 21, 2013
A great way to see Los Angeles – the eco-friendly way. The LA in a Day Bike Adventure is offered daily (reservations required) and takes you on a guided 32 mile journey covering some of the major sites of the City of Angels. Expect a moderately strenuous ride with some hills as you hop on […]
BKC’s Willow 3 Bike
October 8, 2013
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Brooklyn Cruiser is partnering with Keep-A-Breast (KAB) foundation, a youth-focused organization that helps raise awareness about breast cancer prevention, and they are offering the Limited Edition Pink Willow 3 Bike. Amazingly, they are donating 100% of the proceeds of sales to the KAB foundation. This pink cruiser is 3 […]
Specialized Body Geometry Gel Glove
October 8, 2013
Women’s hands are different from men’s, and the folks at Specialized Bicycle Components know that. They developed the Body Geometry Gel Glove which is proportionally sized for a woman’s palm width and finger length. Their Body Geometry Gel technology reduces hand numbness by relieving pressure on the sensitive ulnar nerve and also provides additional hand […]
Urban Adventours Emerald Necklace and Fall Foliage Tour
October 8, 2013
This is the perfect time of year to tour Boston, especially on a bike! Urban Adventours offers their Emerald Necklace and Fall Foliage Tour, and over the course of 3 hours, you’ll explore some of the hidden gems of Boston’s gardens, reserves, and open spaces, highlighting the beautiful fall colors of this great city. The […]
Sawako Furuno Tartan Yellow Helmet
October 2, 2013
A chic way to protect your head. We all know how important it is to wear a helmet while cycling, but there are so many helmets out there that are just not very stylish. Not to worry, check out the Sawako Furuno Tartan Yellow Helmet! With the pale yellow helmet and tartan “ribbon” and accent […]
Halloween Moonride, London
October 2, 2013
Coming October 25, 2013. A frightful time in jolly old London! The Halloween Moonride is a spooky bike ride through the streets of London into the wee hours of the night. Choose from an 80 or 100 km loop starting at Dracula’s Crypt beneath the streets of Southwark and traveling through the haunted streets of […]
Piscavore Shellie Shirt
September 26, 2013
It’s all in the details, and Piscavore’s Shellie Shirt has them in abundance! Let’s start with our favorite feature, the fashionable cuff on the sleeve that, once unbuttoned, creates sun protection or warmth for your wrists and hands, staying put with a simple finger loop. Next, there’s the 2 zip pockets that are big enough […]
Nau Double Back Tank
September 23, 2013
Not your ordinary tank. TrailblazerGirl is always on the lookout for something a little different to make her standout, and Nau’s Double Back Tank certainly does that! We like the double strap detail on the back, soft fabric, curved hem, built-in shelf-bra, and very flattering fit of this tank. Perfect for any sort of physical […]
Dual R4 Sunglasses
September 10, 2013
Great sunglasses for those of us getting a little older. Dual has designed performance eyewear with Optimized Magnification Zones (OMZ) that allow you to see that map with the teeny tiny writing or the miniscule numbers on that GPS device mounted on your bike. With active people in mind, they have shatterproof and scratch-resistant lenses […]
Hoo Ha Ride Glide by Reflect Sports
September 5, 2013
Hoo Ha Ride Glide – great name! The smart women at Reflect Sports created a skin and chamois cream especially for us girls. It’s uniquely formulated to be safe to use on our most girlie parts and any other parts that may experience chafing and irritation. Using only natural ingredients that are anti-inflammatory, anti-chafing, anti-bacterial […]
France: Provence Bike by Freewheeling Adventures
September 5, 2013
Coming September 15 and October 6, 2013. Freewheeling Adventures is offering a wonderful tour of the Provence area of France this fall. You’ll start your journey in Avignon with its ancient town center surrounded by medieval ramparts and travel through quintessential French villages and countrysides, easily understanding how the Impressionists received their inspiration. Aix-en-Provence is […]
KOOL ‘N FIT
September 4, 2013
Designed to give athletes (and us weekend warriors) an edge… KOOL ‘N FIT Sport is an external spray used on your muscles before, during and after strenuous activity. Following a good suggestion from the folks who make it, TrailblazerGirl tested KOOL ‘N FIT Sport out by spraying it on only one leg so as to compare […]
Giro Feather Helmet
August 29, 2013
A lid designed just for us girls! The Feather by Giro is a trail helmet with some special construction so that it fits snugly on your head even on the bumpiest of rides. The 12 vents and internal channels help to keep you cool by allowing the air to circulate as you zip down the […]
Roc d’Azur
August 29, 2013
If you’re into mountain biking, you gotta check out Roc d’Azur. This is one of the largest, longest running mountain bike events around, and this year marks its 30th anniversary. Located along the coast of southeastern France, the wide range of races over four days will have you taking advantage of the gorgeous trails along […]
Hövding Bicycle Helmet
August 23, 2013
An airbag bike helmet. Yes, no need to mess up your hair, just slip this scarf-like product around your neck, zip it up, and turn it on. This novel Swedish invention has sensors that are able to detect (based on extensive data and an algorithm) when an accident is occurring and the airbags are deployed […]
Pashley Princess Sovereign Bike
August 23, 2013
If William Shakespeare hand made your bike today, would it look like this? The Princess Sovereign Bike by the Stratford-upon-Avon company, Pashley, is the “quintessential English town and country bicycle”. Thoughtful features include a skirt guard, leather saddle, full chaincase, puncture resistant tires, mudguards, and a kickstand. A cute wicker front basket completes the look.
Juliana Women’s Mountain Bike Skills Camp by Sacred Rides
August 23, 2013
Coming August 24 and 31, 2013. More confidence on your mountain bike. The Juliana Women’s Mountain Bike Skills Camp by Sacred Rides is two full days of mountain bike instruction and hands-on experience on the wonderful California trails of either Santa Cruz or Marin. At the Santa Cruz camp, you’ll also have the opportunity to […]
TerraTrike Tandem
August 21, 2013
Like recumbent bikes? Try a tandem tricycle recumbent! The TerraTrike Tandem is a very stable and fun way to get some exercise with a friend. Both seats are adjustable in terms of angle and distance to pedals, and you can purchase it with their independent pedaling system (IPS) which allows one person pedal while the […]
Bike Brightz
August 21, 2013
A fun, easy way to light up your bike. Bike Brightz comes in 5 cool colors, has 4 modes of lighting (constant and 3 flashing speeds), and runs on 2 AAA batteries. Choose a location on your bike that won’t get in your way, and it’s is super easy to install – just strap it […]
Terry Bicycles Tour – Vermont by Sojourn
August 21, 2013
Coming September 5, 2013. Join Sojourn and Terry Bicycles for a long weekend touring the Vermont countryside with your girlfriends. Aimed at intermediate riders, you can make this a leisurely ride or more energetic with longer rides through the Vermont hills. The weekend also incorporates educational discussions on cycle-related topics including bike fit, repair, and […]
Helios Bars
August 13, 2013
Super cool features on these bike handlebars. The soon-to-be available Helios Bars have integrated headlights and LED lights in the bar ends that function as turn signals. Other unique features include Bluetooth connectivity between Helios Bars and your smartphone allowing your headlights to be automatically turned on or off based on your proximity to your […]
Fuuvi Charly Kotori Bicycle Lock
August 13, 2013
Super cute bike lock. For the girly-girl TrailblazerGirls, the Fuuvi Charly Kotori Bicycle Lock is just the thing. Keep your bike safe with this bike lock that has a little bird-shaped lock and complete the cuteness with a leaf-shaped key. Comes in two color combinations.
The Hornit
August 7, 2013
A much needed safety accessory for the urban cyclist. The Hornit is a small device that attaches to your handlebars and at the press of a trigger will let out a sound of 140 decibels. Definitely loud enough for cars to hear you even with traffic noise. There is also a “Park” mode which is […]