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Le Tour de France
July 12, 2017
Coming July 1-23, 2017. Who will win the yellow jersey this year? Yes, it’s that time of year with the Tour de France in full swing now with lots of excitement and competition. The Tour de France is the oldest and considered the most prestigious of cycling’s Grand Tours, composed of last month’s Giro d’Italia […]
L’Eroica Cycling Race
July 10, 2017
Coming October 1, 2017. Cycling nostalgia at its best with L’Eroica Cycling Race. L’Eroica, meaning ‘The Heroic’ and is a race through Chianti, Italy using vintage bikes (i.e., bikes made in 1987 or earlier), wearing vintage gear. Through Tuscan villages and vineyards, this very scenic ride covers distances of 46, 75, 115, 135, or 209 km […]
Tour de Lavender
June 27, 2017
Coming August 5, 2017. Cycle the sweetest smelling tour around! It’s the Tour de Lavender in Sunny Sequim (pronounced: “skwim”). Known throughout Washington as one of the few areas in this often rainy state that experiences sunny skies, a mediterranean climate, and low rainfall, Sequim also is well known for its fields of lavender, rivaling those […]
Brilliant Reflective Strips
June 26, 2017
Stay safe and be seen! If you are going to be out in low light or darkness doing your TrailblazerGirl thing, then you need Brilliant Reflective Strips. These strips are highly reflective thanks to a special material that contains millions of tiny glass beads that are coated with aluminum on the lower portion of the […]
Topeak Aero USB 1W Combo
June 5, 2017
See and be seen! Those expert biking folks at Topeak have done it again…their new Aero USB 1W Combo will have you ready to safely roll in no time at all. Sooo easy to install (read: no tools required) and sooo easy to use (read: nice big buttons that can be maneuvered with gloves on). […]
South American Epic with TDA Global Cycling
June 5, 2017
Coming July 9, 2017. A cycling trip for the bucket list. The South American Epic from the folks at TDA Global Cycling is truly an epic ride from the southern tip of the continent to the northern tip of the continent. Starting in Cartagena, Colombia on the shores of the Caribbean, this 8,404 mile journey involves 128 […]
Sojourn’s Women’s Weekend in Vermont
May 30, 2017
Coming June 15, 2017. Ladies only! The Women’s Weekend in Vermont by the folks at Sojourn is a chance for bonding, learning, and fun on two wheels in a small group setting of 15-18 women. Your base will be on the shores of Lake Champlain in a historic hotel set on 700 acres of active tranquility. […]
Lyn Taylor’s Adventure Travel: Touring the Balkan Beauties
April 24, 2017
Coming September 2, 2017. An active journey Touring the Balkan Beauties with Lyn Taylor’s Adventure Travel! This 23-day, all-women tour takes you through four Balkan countries: Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia and Montenegro. Highlights include hiking in the Julian Alps; visits to the historical cities of Ljubljana, Zagreb, Cetinje, Novi Sad, and Belgrade with castles, cultural experiences, churches, museums, and quaint town centers; kayaking on the River Soča; visiting […]
Oh, Canada! with TDA Global Cycling
April 19, 2017
Coming June 3, 2017. Celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation on 2 wheels, eh! The Oh, Canada! tour with TDA Global Cycling takes you across the country from the archipelago of Haida Gwaii to St. John’s, Newfoundland. It’s a 8,780 km (5,456 miles) journey cycling over 80 days with 16 rest days, and 2 travel days. Experience all […]
Breck Epic
April 11, 2017
Coming August 13, 2017. A challenge with altitude and some of the best backcountry loops around. It’s the Breck Epic, as in Breckenridge, Colorado where this 6-day mountain bike race takes place. With a total of 240 miles and about 40K (no, that’s not a typo, it’s 40 thousand!) feet of vertical gain and loss […]
Blinder MINI Niner
March 15, 2017
New products from Knog, our favorite Aussie global lighting and cycling accessories friends! The Blinder MINI Range includes 3 options: Dot (a single powerful LED), Niner (an array of 9 LEDs), and Chippy (Chips on Board technology giving a panel of light). We tested the Niner, and we’re happy to report that Knog has another winning light! […]
Slap Bag
March 15, 2017
All you need is one hand! Slap Bag, the Simple Little Accessory Pouch, is a novel carry-all for your bike that can be opened and closed with just one hand. Yes, that’s right, you no longer have to stop to unzip your backpack or fiddle with you seat/handlebar pack to get your gel pack, energy […]
Race Across America
March 15, 2017
Coming June 13, 2017. The World’s Toughest Bicycle Race. The Race Across America, or RAAM, is an iconic race in its 35th year that traverses the continent. The race start on the west coast in Oceanside, California and travels approximately 3000 miles to the east coast, finishing in Annapolis, Maryland. Here are some impressive stats: it crosses 12 […]
Lumos Helmet
March 10, 2017
Light up your head! The award winning, Lumos Helmet, is a smart helmet that is a must-have for urban commuters. It meets US and European safety standards and has 10 bright white LED lights in the front, 16 bright red LED lights in the rear, and 16 bright orange LED for turn signals. The battery […]
Cycle Zydeco
March 10, 2017
Coming April 19, 2017. Described as a festival on wheels. It’s Cycle Zydeco, a four-day ride through southern Louisiana, home of delicious Cajun food, gators, swamps, music, and good times! The route is on paved roads that are mostly flat. It’s 5 days of parties and 4 days of cycling, covering an average of 40 miles per day and […]
Elite Cycling’s Women Only Training Camp
February 28, 2017
Coming April 29, 2017. Are you in training for a cycling race? Then you should look into Elite Cycling’s Women Only Training Camp. It’s a week-long program held in Costa Blanca. This area along the southeastern coast of Spain is a popular destination for cyclist with a wide range of climbs, varied terrain, and a moderate, Spring […]
DC Insider Tours: Full Throttle DC
February 27, 2017
The best way to zip around DC! If you are in Washington DC, you must check out the amazingly awesome Full Throttle DC with our friends from DC Insider Tours. This three-hour+ tour uses top of the line electric bikes to see the whole city in the span of a day – yes, ELECTRIC bikes, so […]
Elite Turacio Thermal Bottle
January 30, 2017
Put a cork in it! As long as it’s the Turacio Thermal Bottle from our friends at Elite. Designed and engineered in Italy, this cool looking sports bottle is insulated with 100% natural cork which allows it to keep those much needed fluids cold for up to 3 hours. The leakproof cap is constructed with […]
Chica’s Unicas: Women’s Only Training Camp
January 30, 2017
Coming February 20, 2017. Picturesque Girona is a popular destination for pro cyclists and is the hub of this 5-day Women’s Only Training Camp. Chica’s Unicas explores this Catalan region with its ancient fortifications and impressive cathedrals and churches. Expect a fair amount of hills, so it’s recommended for those in good shape though rides will be flexible and […]
Topeak Ninja Bottle Cage Series
January 26, 2017
You don’t need to be a ninja to appreciate these bike accessories from our friends at Topeak! The already fantastic Ninja Bottle Cage Series has recently expanded to include the Ninja Pouch+ Road (pictured above), the Ninja TC Road, and the Ninja CO2+. The + indicates that it comes with full bottle cage (though you can […]
45NRTH Whiteout
January 26, 2017
Coming February 3, 2017. Yeti sightings possible but not guaranteed! It’s the 45NRTH Whiteout, a fat bike race on the Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails in Ironton, Minnesota. The fun starts Friday with a night ride and lighting of the inaugural Ring of Fire (bonfire) complete with s’mores, prizes, and even a Meat Raffle! Saturday is the 10K, 20K, or […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2016: Celebrating the Cold Weather!
January 4, 2017
Burrrr…with cold weather hitting much of the nation, the editorial staff at TrailblazerGirl got together and came up with their top 3 picks from the 2016 reviews for ways to enjoy and celebrate this cold weather. First off, stay toasty warm without compromising your style with the Nau Imperial Poplin Down Jacket. This socially responsible […]
Top Outdoor Events of 2016
December 15, 2016
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2016 reviews in the Events category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Big Sky Yoga’s B-LUXE Cowgirl Yoga Retreat which combined a little yeehaw with namaste for a […]
Lift Activewear Flow Tank
November 17, 2016
Made by a woman for women! Our friends at Lift Activewear have designed a superb tank that is “inspired by the athleisure trend – clothes that can be worn both for exercise and just about everything else”. We think that the Flow Tank embodies this excellent concept. This comfortable fitting, flattering top has a band […]