August 14, 2015
A great way to see a city, whether your a tourist or a resident. Bikabout is a one-stop resource for 2-wheeled travelers to find the best desserts, quaint lodging, delicious craft beers, and other hidden gems in various cities throughout North America. This website, launched in January 2014, currently covers 17 major cities and continues […]
August 14, 2015
Coming August 16, 2015. Cycling, fresh air, and food! The Slow Food Cycle Sunday in Pemberton, British Columbia is described as “an opportunity to connect – town folk and city folk, consumers with their food, people with the land.” This 31 mile ride is a leisurely, flat route past farms selling local, organic produce and […]
August 7, 2015
They’ve done it again! The folks at Detour have created yet another yummy tasting bar. This time, it’s the SMART Coconut Almond Bar – think macaroon meets a handful of nuts. As with their other SMART bars, they’re high in protein at 10g, low in sugar at 3g, high in fiber, gluten free, and non-GMO. […]
August 6, 2015
Instead of a coffee, reach for NERGIA. Pronounced “En-Er-Gia”, these little 2 oz glass bottles contain 180 milligrams of natural caffeine, equivalent to drinking 2 cups of premium, natural coffee. They say that the natural caffeine from their blend of guarana seeds and acai berries metabolizes better in your body than synthetic caffeine. We tried […]
August 5, 2015
Delicious products and a socially responsible company – a winning combination! Nature’s Path’s “minifesto” is to create healthy, great-tasting organic foods while they “aspire to advance the cause of people and planet, along the path to sustainability.” We think they are succeeding. They have an enormous selection of ultra-yummy items that are all organic, non-GMO, […]
August 4, 2015
Watching your carbs? Then check out the new Lower Carb Promax LS Protein Bars! These nutrient dense bars are loaded with a whopping 18 grams of high quality protein and 12-14 grams of fiber, yet only 3 grams of sugar. Not to worry though, with 4 yummy flavors like Chocolate Almond, Salted Caramel, Honey Peanut, […]
July 13, 2015
An award winning drink with a delicious taste. Little Miracles is a blend of organic tea and fruit juice designed to give you a healthy alternative to energy drinks filled with sugar and preservatives. At about 90 calories, it’s sweetened with organic agave syrup and organic fruit juices, and you’ll get a nice energy boost […]
July 9, 2015
Kombucha without the bite! The big bottles of búcha are loaded with a live kombucha culture and natural or organic ingredients to give you a great-tasting, slightly bubbly drink. To refresh your memory, kombucha is basically fermented tea (in this case, organic Congou black tea or Fair-Trade Assam tea) that is said to boost your […]
July 9, 2015
Coming August 23, 2015. A feast for your sweet tooth! Yes, the inaugural PNE Donut Dash will have snack booths along the 5K course with mini donuts, cotton candy, and other fun fair treats. After the race, enjoy free entry into the Fair at the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE), an exciting venue with musical shows, […]
July 7, 2015
Inspired by the Mediterranean Diet – more whole grains, fruits, greens, and less meats and sweets. The original folks at Mediterra have created both savory and sweet bars based on this concept. These yummy bars come in 3 types: Savory (Olive & Walnut, Sundried Tomato & Basil); Sesame Energy (Pistachio & Honey, Orange & Honey); […]
July 6, 2015
Fuel your healthy, active life! Vega Sport has a 3 stage system to keep you performing your best, and their Performance Protein dietary supplement is the third step. This plant-based protein powder is formulated to repair and build muscles, reduce recovery time between your workouts, and improve your strength and performance. Each packet contains 135 […]
July 1, 2015
Need a little bubbly? Try Honest Fizz, a healthy, organic alternative to regular soda. Zero calories, zero sugars, and all organic! Especially on hot days, it’s so refreshing to have a little carbonation; somehow the effervescence gives you a little pick-me-up and quenches your thirst. Honest Fizz is now made with completely organic ingredients and […]
June 29, 2015
Crispy Crisps! Our friends at Kii Naturals shared their Bite-Size and Original Crisps, and the TrailblazerGirl team had a tough choice of picking which one to try first! We sacrificed ourselves for you (!) and tried all their great tasting crackers: Goji Berry & Pistachio, Apricot Orange Almond, Date & Walnut, Cranberry Pumpkin Seed (our […]
June 26, 2015
When you’re dog tired, reach for a Dark Dog Organic Energy drink! With 3 different drinks, you’re sure to find one you like. Each contains certified organic ingredients, 114 mg organic caffeine (equivalent to an 8oz cup of coffee), 100% of the recommended daily dose of Vitamin C and 6 B-Vitamins, and no artificial sweeteners, flavors, […]
June 25, 2015
Crunchy goodness! The TrailblazerGirl team loves popcorn, and we’ve found a new favorite…Quinn Popcorn! First off, in their microwave popcorn, they’ve got some novel flavors: Parmesan and Rosemary (our fav!), Vermont Maple and Sea Salt, Real Butter and Sea Salt (yes, REAL butter; not butter flavor!), Olive Oil and Herbs, and Just Sea Salt. Then, […]
June 23, 2015
Yum, yum, yum! Shurky Jurky is a completely different kind of jerky. It’s handcrafted in Oregon using non-processed free-range meats and marinated for several days with real fruit and none of the bad stuff – no refined sugars, GMO ingredients, additives, non-natural flavorings nor preservatives. What you get is super-flavorful, hearty meat! You are even […]
June 17, 2015
Celebrate summer with refreshing KeVita Probiotic Drinks. We tried their Sparkling Probiotic drinks and their new Master Brew Kombucha. Both contain a handcrafted culture of 4 strains of live probiotics to help support your immune and digestive health. These good-for-you drinks are a great alternative to sodas since they offer a bit of bubbly, thirst-quenching […]
June 16, 2015
Wow! Deee-lish! The folks at Alter Eco (great name, right?!) have loads of mouthwatering flavors of dark chocolate bars and truffles that are made with ingredients that are organic, fair trade certified, gluten-free, GMO-free, soy-free, and contain no emulsifiers nor artificial flavors. All the good stuff (and lack of the bad stuff, too!) make this […]
June 4, 2015
Eat like a cavewoman…try The Paleo Diet Bar! Currently available in two flavors, Cinnamon Raisin and Cranberry Almond (our fav!), and soon 2 new flavors, these bars are endorsed by the Paleo Diet guru, Dr. Loren Cordain. They are tasty, chewy, and very filling. Here’s the scoop on the good stuff: preservative free, gluten free, […]
May 28, 2015
They’ve done it again! Those smart folks at Nuun have created another hydration product for the performance athlete. Plus for Nuun, used in conjunction with Nuun Active or Energy, is designed to be the ultimate sports drink. It’s a modular hydration and fueling system, so you can use 2-4 tablets of Plus to give you […]
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 19, 2015
PROMO CODE ALERT! The newest flavor is now available…Chocolate Chip Caramel! Our friends at Detour provided us with some yummy samples of their latest and greatest Detour Simple Bar flavor, AND it’s available in snack size! Same real ingredients and benefits that we’ve told you about before – high protein, fiber-rich, low in sugar, no […]
May 18, 2015
It’s not a camping trip without smores! The Firebuggz Fire Fishing Pole puts a little fun into your campfire. It’s fashioned after a fishing pole with 4 pronged at the end and a unique design that flips the food over at the flick of your wrist. Whether it’s hot dogs or marshmallows, these Fire Fishing […]
May 15, 2015
Be good to yourself and the environment. The GO! Water Bottle from our friends at Water-to-Go provides you with clean water to drink where ever you are thus helping to reduce plastic waste from purchased bottled water. The patented nano filter removes over 99.9% of all microbiological contaminants, heavy metals, as well as bad taste […]