November 15, 2016
Coming June 3, 2017. Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears…it’s the Julius Caesar Cycling Expedition with Ride & Seek! Next year’s ride has expanded slightly with an amazing 33-days and 2,025 miles cycling from London to Rome. It’s divided into 2 stages: London to Como (17 Days and 1,095 miles) and Como to Rome (17 days and 930 […]
November 7, 2016
Handmade Italian style and quality. Our friends at Santini have designed and created high performance cycling and triathlon clothing since 1965, and their Argo kit is their latest achievement. The matching top and shorts are constructed out of a new polyester fiber that provides better UV protection, moisture management, and comfortable coverage than the typical polyester fabric. […]
November 7, 2016
Coming March 12, 2017. Participate in the largest, timed cycling event in the world. It’s the Cape Town Cycle Tour which will celebrate its 40th year with 35,000 cyclists! Started in 1978 with only 525 riders, the goal was to raise awareness about cycling safety and to lobby for bike paths in Cape Town. It has […]
November 2, 2016
Power up your TrailblazerGirl adventures with PWR! Our friends at Knog (you recall them…that great company with the cool bike products!) have developed PWR, a new eco-system of outdoor products using one power source. It looks like a super idea: a single battery source that can be interchanged to power a Bluetooth speaker, a camping lantern, a 300 lumen headtorch, […]
November 2, 2016
Various dates in 2017. Winter biking? Yes! Join Exodus Travels for their 8-day Fat Biking in Finland tour. If you are new to fat bikes, they are similar to mountain bikes except they are fitted with wide tires (usually 4 inches) designed for low ground pressure to allow riding on soft unstable terrain, such as snow, sand, bogs […]
October 4, 2016
Your new, go-to pant for all your TrailblazerGirl adventures! The Pinedale Pant from our friends at Stio looks great on and is mega-versatile, taking you from the trails to a walk around town. They are snug fitting, like a pair of leggings, but the nylon/polyester/spandex blend is so comfortable because its stretchiness, that you’ll be pleased with the […]
September 29, 2016
Coming October 2, 2016. Americana at its best! Easy Rider Tours 6 day/5 night, Autumn in the Berkshires, takes cyclists through western Massachusetts at the height of the fall foliage season. Visit quintessential New England villages, the Norman Rockwell Museum, the Hancock Shaker Village, Gilded Age mansions, and Chesterwood, Daniel Chester French’s home and studio. Stay […]
September 28, 2016
No more excuses not to wear a helmet. The Plixi by the Parisian company Overade is a foldable helmet. The design of this helmet is a marvel – check out the video on their website – it folds into itself with various hinges and segments, so that its volume is about a third of the size […]
September 28, 2016
Coming October 14, 2016. Get out and enjoy the fall colors at the Shenandoah Bike Foliage Festival. It’s a weekend of cycling for all levels with well-marked courses including maps and cue sheets, SAG support, and plenty of rest stops with drinks, snacks, and the all-important port-a-potties. Choose from 11 courses from the family friendly 10 […]
September 20, 2016
A compact backpack that big on features and space. Our friends at Targus developed a pack to meet the needs of the active TrailblazerGirl with their 14″ Drifter Sport. As the name implies, it’s a great backpack for your hiking, biking, camping, outdoor activity needs, plus it’s equally good in an urban setting, which is […]
September 16, 2016
Safety is just an arm’s length away! RearViz is the world’s first arm-mounted cycling mirror. Consisting of a convex, round mirror about the size of a watch face, you’re provided with a wide view of of the space behind you. This innovative product out of Australia is fully adjustable by rotating 360 degrees around the base and pivoting 180 […]
September 16, 2016
Coming September 18, 2016. Hop on your bike to help raise awareness for a good cause. Cycle the WAVE (Women Against Violence Everywhere) is an all-women, untimed ride that brings in funds for domestic violence programs across Washington State. With four route options, riders of all levels are encouraged to participate: “Little Sister” (12 miles), “Girly Girl” […]
September 15, 2016
Coming October 8, 2016. View the New England fall colors on two wheels! Join America by Bicycle for their Fall Foliage Classic. This 7-day cycling tour takes you through Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. With a total distance of more than 300 miles, expect to travel an average of 45 miles per day through gorgeous scenery, picturesque coastal […]
September 14, 2016
Coming September 21, 2016. What is the drivetrain? Learn that and more at the She Bikes Cascade Chains and Derailleurs class. This 2.5 hour class is just for us ladies and taught by knowledgeable ladies. Held at the Cascade Bicycling Center, in Seattle, you’ll learn chain maintenance, derailleur adjustment, and troubleshooting system problems. Be sure to bring your […]
September 9, 2016
Oh so cool! The ReFlex Tank and Shorts from our friends at Terramar will be your go-to outfit for all your TrailblazerGirl activities. The most important feature that sets these clothes apart from other workout clothes is the Terramar ReFlex fabric – an innovative material that provides you with 4-way stretch for ease of movement, 30% […]
September 1, 2016
Titanium in your shirt? No, this isn’t going to turn you into a superhero, but it will be your new favorite shirt for all your TrailblazerGirl adventures! The Women’s Gem Short Sleeve Shirt from our friends at Vargo is infused with titanium based TiFusion, an innovative solution that uses titanium dioxide and other safe, nontoxic mineral ingredients to […]
August 29, 2016
What?! Airless tires?! Yes, the new Alibi Sport Step Through by the folks at Specialized is fitted with airless tires – what does that mean?! It means that you don’t need to worry about pumping up or changing a flat tire! Very cool! Plus the grips and saddle of the Alibi are designed specifically for women. […]
August 29, 2016
On two wheels or on two feet, our friends at NiteRider have the lighting solution for you! Their new Lumina 950 Boost and Solas 100 Combo has you covered coming and going. The Lumina 950 Boost is the frontend and features 6 modes: 200 lumens, 400 lumens, 800 lumens, 950 lumens (wow!), 40 lumens for walking, […]
August 28, 2016
Coming September 25, 2016. It’s Cascade Bicycle Club’s last organized ride of the season…the Kitsap Color Classic! Enjoy fall foliage galore as you ride along the Kitsap Peninsula in Washington State. Choose from 3 courses: 25 miles starting at the Kingston Ferry up to Hansville (1,703 feet of climbing); 37 miles taking you along the […]
August 24, 2016
Don’t be stranded! Get the Hero Kit for Road Cycling to help you with problems that you may have while on your next road trip. Armed with a 24 Page Field Repair Instruction Manual (smartly made to be waterproof!), you can tackle those mechanical problems with the 12 Function Multi Tool with Chain tool, Planet Bike Tire Levers with […]
August 24, 2016
More than a year of research and development went into this cycling bra, and it shows! With a mission to create the finest cycling clothing and accessories in the world, we think that our friends at Rapha have achieved their goal. Their new Medium Support Bra is designed out of a breathable, lightweight fabric with smartly placed […]
August 24, 2016
Coming September 24, 2016. Sapphire waters and scenic cycling routes beckon. WomanTours is offering an 8-day Bike and Boat tour of Croatia. This Eastern European country encompasses thousands of islands and this tour is poised to help you see many of them. Embark on the Azumut, a motorized boat with 18 ensuite cabins, and expect smooth sailing through […]
August 19, 2016
Coming September 10, 2016. Described as the toughest ride in the Pacific Northwest. Interested? It’s the Passport2Pain fun ride! Held on Vashon Island, a quick ferry ride from Seattle or Tacoma, this ride is a killer cycling challenge with 3 levels of vertical climb: The Idiot at 80 miles and 10K vertical feet; The Weasel at 50 […]
August 11, 2016
Protect yourself! Whether you are a hard-core athlete, weekend warrior, or leisurely stroller, Blue Steel Sports Products will make you more comfortable. Their Anti-Chafe Cream is a lifesaver! Rub a thin layer of this cream anywhere you often get blisters or chafing, and you’re set. It goes on smooth, not sticky or greasy and is […]