July 15, 2015
PROMO CODE ALERT! Your pocket problems are solved! The Touch Mesh Banjees from our friends at Sprigs are handy wrist wallets for all your TrailblazerGirl activities. Made out of a breathable, stretchy material, this large zippered pocket fits around your wrist or arm and holds your phone. It even has a little button hole to […]
July 13, 2015
Make sure you’re visible at night. Whether you’re running, walking, riding, skating, you will be seen when wearing the Amphipod Xinglet Flash LED. A lightweight, minimalist design, there’s reflective material on the straps in the front and back, as well as from top to bottom AND flashing LED, ultra-bright flashing strobe lights in the front […]
July 10, 2015
Looks a little like a Smart car on a diet. It’s actually the Pedalist by Virtue Cycles, and it will be available later this year. A three-wheeled, enclosed, electric powered velomobile, the Pedalist has a 2+1 seating configuration, allowing a second adult to ride behind the cyclist and a child or pet can sit in […]
July 10, 2015
It’s like having eyes on the back of you head with the Varia Rearview Radar by Garmin! Lauded as the world’s first cycling radar, this newly released system includes a radar tail light transmitter and a radar display unit for your handlebars. The radar tail light detects vehicles approaching from up to 153 yards behind […]
July 10, 2015
Coming July 25, 2015. Bay Area cyclists, head to the East Bay for Pedalfest, a fun day filled with bikes, bikes, and more bikes! This is a free outdoor celebration of all things pedal-powered held at Jack London Square. There will be eye-popping stunts performed in a 30-foot banked wooden velodrome, treats made from pedal-powered […]
July 7, 2015
Light up your life and stay safe! Our friends at 4id are all about keeping active people safe, and we were able to try out their PowerArmz arm bands. A great product for TrailblazerGirls so that you are visible in low lighting situations. These are adjustable bands with a high intensity LED light that can […]
June 30, 2015
The latest and greatest from Bern for the urban cyclist – the Melrose. TrailblazerGirls will appreciate the 16 vents for maximum cooling, removable flip visor for shade when you need it or pop it up if it’s not sunny, and the low profile fit. It also has a performance liner with an adjustable dial that […]
June 30, 2015
You’re stylish, so shouldn’t your bike rack be stylish? Take a look at The Hottie by Saris. It’s a modern/minimalist design that holds two bikes plus has a shelf to keep your keys, sunglasses, etc. handy. The brackets that you hang your bikes on are padded with rubber so your bike is protected. At 87″ […]
June 30, 2015
Coming July 18, 2015. Have a hellishly good time on the Devil’s Slide Ride! This ride/run/hike event is located along a particularly scenic portion of the California coast just south of San Francisco and benefits Parca, a local non-profit which has been serving people with developmental disabilities and their families through its programs. Road cyclists […]
June 26, 2015
Turn your bike into a light show! Monkey Light Pro is a wheel display system that runs on a built-in, USB rechargeable battery. Start pedaling and when you hit between 10 mph and 40 mph, you’ll have a 70 pixel diameter, full color display within your bike wheel. It’s pre-loaded with custom artwork or you […]
June 26, 2015
Coming July 9, and July 25, 2015. Adventure in the north! Join WomanTours for the Yukon Canoe and Bike tour. It’s a nine-day/eight-night mix of canoeing, camping, biking, hiking, and exploration. This is an active tour with 100 miles of canoeing down the Yukon River and with an average of 35 miles per day on […]
June 22, 2015
Coming July 12, 2015. A retreat for your mind and body! The Colorado Adventure Retreat with Women’s Quest is a 6-day adventure in the Rocky Mountains. All levels of fitness are welcome and activities will include running, hiking, mountain biking, twice daily yoga sessions, daily inspirational talks, and an inspired discussion with Olympic marathon medalist […]
June 16, 2015
Love biking? Then you’ll love Oregon, because they have the first official Scenic Bikeways in the US – 11 and counting! Every level of cyclist is covered from the easy, family-friendly ride of the Row River Trail with its covered bridges, low traffic, and lake views to the challenging McKenzie Pass with a 2,000 foot […]
June 15, 2015
Coming May 21, 2016. Veni, vidi, vici! Cycle in Caesar’s footsteps with Ride & Seek. The Caesar Bike Tour is an epic 29 day/28 night journey starting in London and finishing in Rome covering a distance of 1,831 miles. Expect up to 8 hours of riding per day as you travel through 4 countries, across […]
June 9, 2015
Magic in a bottle! Blister Bomber helps prevent blisters and chaffing. Before your run, hike, or ride, dab a bit of this special solution on high friction areas to defend against those painful annoyances and prepare for comfort. We even tried it with a pair of new sandals (it’s goes on clear) and amazingly, no […]
June 3, 2015
Oh, so refreshing! What’s better than a cool towel on a hot day? One that stays cool for hours! You can have this with the Cooling Towel from our friends at ArcticBlu. Soft and smooth on one side and waffly on the other, it’s big enough to fit around your neck or shoulders providing welcome […]
June 1, 2015
Coming June 4, 2015. The latest and greatest in mountain bikes and gear. Now, for the first time, Outerbike is being held at one of the top bike parks in the world, Whistler in beautiful British Columbia. Four days of guided rides, a gigantic expo, movies, parties, and access to over 120 miles of trails […]
May 22, 2015
The bike helmet…redesigned! The Closca Fuga has an award winning design that folds into itself like those collapsible cups you use for camping. Incredibly, this helmet folds down to less than half its volume so you can fit it into a small backpack, purse, or briefcase. Safety is not an issue as it has been […]
May 22, 2015
Air bags for your bike case?! Yes, with the innovative Biknd Helium Bike Case! It’s a soft-sided bag that will carry a road bike as large as 64cm or a full suspension freeride mountain bike and has some special features, most notably the inflatable side air bags. Packing your bike for travel is easy since […]
May 22, 2015
Coming September 27, 2015. Buon Viaggio! The ladies at DuVine are offering a Women-only Bike Tour through the picturesque Italian region of Tuscany. The 6-day itinerary reads like a dream Italian holiday with medieval towns and fortresses, local wine tasting, a private cooking class, ancient villages, and of course, plenty of delicious delicacies like fresh […]
May 21, 2015
No ordinary pair of pants! The Monday Knit Pant by our friends from Ortiz Industry are classic-looking pants that have super powers in disguise. Well, maybe not super powers but definitely some great features. Made out of an innovative and proprietary material that is breathable, moisture wicking, anti-bacterial, and has 50+ UV protection, these pants are very […]
May 1, 2015
Thwart thieves! From a battery-powered pedal assist with a 90-mile range and a top speed of 28 mph to impressive technology that allows you to track its location and activate anti-theft measures, the Stromer ST2 seems to do it all. A bit more about the anti-theft measures: if a thief tries to steal the bike, […]
May 1, 2015
Be seen and be safe. An innovative product from LucidLights is in the works to make you TrailblazerGirl cyclists safe and visible. LucidBrake 2.0 is touted to be the world’s first wireless bike brake light that is waterproof, lightweight, and wearable. Yes, you read that correctly, this light senses when you are slowing down or […]
May 1, 2015
Coming June 14, 2015. Head to the Cape this summer! Join Two-Wheeling Women for their Cape Cod & Martha’s Vineyard Tour on this luxury Inn to Inn tour. Your two guides will start you off on this coastal vacation at Hyannis, Massachusetts, the hub and heart of Cape Cod and lead you through quaint historic […]