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West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta
October 10, 2017
Coming October 21, 2017. Grab your paddle and head to the regatta. But this isn’t your typical regatta; there are no sail boats or row boats. As the name suggests, at the West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta, you paddle around in giant pumpkins! How fun! Held at the Lake at Tualatin Commons, a few miles south […]
Parrot Hydrofoil Newz
October 6, 2017
Is it a helicopter? Is it a boat? The Parrot Hydrofoil Newz is both, and it allows you to live your adventures by sky and sea! Take to the skies and reach speeds of up to 6.21 mph. Connect it via Bluetooth to your smartphone or tablet to control where you explore at a maximum range of 20 m. […]
Street Scramble Fremont Oktoberfest
September 21, 2017
Coming September 24, 2017. This weekend, head to Seattle for the Street Scramble Fremont Oktoberfest! No, it’s not an odd breakfast item, it’s a fun-filled urban adventure through the Fremont district of Seattle. Known for being a very quirky neighborhood, this self-proclaimed “The Center of the Universe”, has an 18 foot, concrete troll, named the Fremont Troll, […]
World Championship Outhouse Races
September 18, 2017
Coming October 7, 2017. Don’t put up a stink…it’s the World Championship Outhouse Races! Yes, in Virginia City, Nevada, outhouses on wheels compete to win bragging rights as the fastest, fully functional outhouse complete with a toilet seat and roll of toilet paper. In the early 1990s, the state legislature voted to ban outhouses and to protest, […]
Flectson Reflective Wings
September 14, 2017
Run fast like you have wings! Well, they may not make you run faster, but the Reflective Wings from the folks at Flectson will help keep you safe in low lighting. The entire band is reflective with the wings sticking out for even more visibility. The velcro strip closure makes it easy to adjust for a […]
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati
September 13, 2017
Coming September 15, 2017. It’s the second largest Oktoberfest celebration (after the original in Munich, Germany, of course) and America’s largest Oktoberfest! More than half a million people descend on Cincinnati, Ohio to celebrate German heritage, beer, food, and more. There’s 3-days of live entertainment on 9 stages, 9 bier gartens and fest tents serving 90 varieties of beer and […]
Tentsile Trillium Hammock
September 8, 2017
Three is a magic number! Especially when you have a Trillium Hammock from the outdoor-loving people at Tentsile, the inventive folks that brought us the Stingray. The Trillium is strong enough and big enough to hold an impressive 880 pounds with 75 square feet of surface to lie on. Find 3 properly spaced trees and hook up the three-point tension […]
V4 Pro
August 25, 2017
Bring back your inner child…with the V4 Pro from the folks at Vurtego! This is not the pogo stick of your childhood. It’s an extreme pogo stick that allows you to jump at least 5 feet in the air and with some practice, maybe even as high as 10+ feet, along with perform tricks and stunts. Thanks […]
Zing Anything Flip Brew Quick Chill
August 11, 2017
Something to flip over, in more ways than one! From the clever folks that spice up your water experience with the Aqua Zinger and the Citrus Zinger, comes the new Zing Anything Flip Brew Quick Chill. Refreshing iced tea and iced coffee are a cinch to make with the Flip Brew. For fast iced tea, just […]
Supflex BigSup
June 6, 2017
Get out on the water with 9 of your closest TrailblazerGirl-friends with the Supflex BigSup! Yes, this gigantic, 18 foot SUP is big enough to fit up to 10 people within a weight limit of 1,550 pounds. We know what you’re thinking…that’s great but how am I going to fit that fun monster in my […]
Aquabot
June 1, 2017
Clever, clever! TrailblazerGirls, you need Aquabot for your next camping trip, beach day, hiking trek, or anytime it’s hot outside! Masquerading as an ordinary water bottle on the outside, the magic is actually the special cap that has a pump barrel, intake tube, pump handle, and nozzle cap. Add water to the bottle, leaving about 2 […]
Maritime Gig Festival and Blessing of the Fleet
May 25, 2017
Coming June 3, 2017. Small town charm at its best! It’s the annual Maritime Gig Festival and Blessing of the Fleet in Washington’s Gig Harbor, named one of Smithsonian Magazines Top Five Small Towns. This two-day event features a festive parade, classic car show, local food, live entertainment, and a family fun run. Stroll along the picturesque waterfront […]
TreePod
May 12, 2017
Level ground not required! For your next camping trip, bust out the TreePod! Through it won’t replace your sleeping tent, it’ll be a fun place to hang out (hee, hee!). It’s easy to set up with durable webbing straps and a steel quick link. At a height of 7.5 feet and a width of 5 […]
Vashon Sheepdog Classic
May 10, 2017
Coming June 8, 2017. Have you heard…or should we say herd?! It’s the Vashon Sheepdog Classic! Take a ferry over to Vashon Island, just 20 minutes west of Seattle, to watch a unique competition that celebrates the abilities of our four-legged friends as they compassionately herd sheep through a series of courses designed to show off their skills. This popular […]
BoardUp Longboard
April 28, 2017
Cruise along, then fold it! BoardUp is the world’s first patented self-folding longboard. Activate the aluminum kick pad on it’s nose, and the middle locking hinge releases to easily fold BoardUp in half, hands-free! When you’re ready to ride again, open the board and the hinge locks in place to prevent it from folding while riding. The Canadian maple deck is strong […]
Survivor Mud Run
April 28, 2017
Various dates and locations. If you’re not covered in mud by the end, you didn’t do it right! It’s the Survivor Mud Run, an extreme 5K mud race that challenges you with around 20 killer obstacles. You’ll have to scramble, climb, jump, shimmy, and tough your way through the Muddy Bayou, the Great Wall of […]
Mammoth Mountain’s Pond Skim
April 3, 2017
Coming April 23, 2017. Swim suits and skis? Yes, at Pond Skim, Mammoth Mountain’s fun annual event! At 11,053 feet, Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort boasts the highest summit of any California resort, and this year garnered an impressive 540″ of snow at the main lodge. For Pond Skim, the first crazy (oops, we mean lucky!) skiers and […]
Modobag
March 31, 2017
Hitch a ride! Tired of schlepping your bags through the airport, rushing to your gate to make a tight connection? Tagged as the carry-on that carries you, Modobag is a unique way to travel, literally and figuratively. This mild mannered suitcase has an electric motor that comes complete with a telescoping handlebar with throttle and brake. Hop […]
Power Practical Products
March 23, 2017
Jazz up your tent on your next camping trip! Power Practical has created the coolest lighting solutions that will make you the envy of everyone who sees them. Luminoodle is a portable, flexible, waterproof rope of LED lights that can be attached to anything using these innovative Velcro ties, slider magnets, and an end, utility […]
The Dirty Leprechaun 5K
March 13, 2017
Coming March 18, 2017. Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day by getting down and dirty! It’s The Dirty Leprechaun 5K, a fun, mud-filled obstacle race held at Lee Farms in Tualatin, Oregon, just south of Portland. Some of the 20+ obstacles to contend with include the Leaping Leprechauns, Teeter Totters, The Wiggle Workout, Mud-Pit Limbo, and Shoe Snatcher. […]
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 […]
Margarita Madness 5K
March 9, 2017
Various dates and locations in 2017. Is it a race or a party? It’s both with the Margarita Madness 5K! The party/race begins after dark and is open to people with all levels of fitness. Expect a fun atmosphere along the course and once you cross the finish line, there will be a margarita waiting […]
MYTAGALONGS Lifestyle Accessories
March 6, 2017
They have it all! Our friends at MYTAGALONGS have an extensive selection of accessories that will meet all your organizational and practical needs from travel to fitness to first aid to fun! In the fitness category, we checked out their Armband Touch, a comfortable, touch compatable carrier that is big enough to fit most size phones. […]
Cupid’s Undie Run
February 9, 2017
Various dates and locations in February 2017. Want to run a mile in your undies? If that’s a big yes, then you need to sign up for one of the Cupid’s Undie Runs near you! It’s actually around a mile and you really don’t have to run in your undies if you don’t want to. What […]