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Women’s Adventure in the Andes, Peru with the Sierra Club
November 16, 2015
Coming June 29, 2016. Did you know that the Sierra Club has women only tours? Yes, they do, and their Women’s Adventure in the Andes, Peru promises to be an interesting and informative tour of this magical area. Highlights of this 11-day hiking adventure include private guided visits to the Inca sites of Machu Picchu, […]
Ice Ultra
November 13, 2015
Coming February 13, 2016. As if an ultra race is not challenging enough, how about adding arctic conditions to the mix? It’s the Ice Ultra held in Arctic Sweden. This is a self-sufficient race through 230 km of snow fields, ice forests, mountains, and frozen lakes in temperatures as cold as -30°C. Starting at the […]
NiteRider Adventure 180
November 12, 2015
See and be seen…comfortably! Headlamps are great in concept, but sometimes they are just not comfortable to wear. This is certainly not the problem with the Adventure 180 from our friends at NiteRider. A headband with dual adjustable tabs and a soft interior padding that rests against your forehead ensure this lamp will stay put […]
Zipfy
November 6, 2015
Whoosh! That’s the sound of Zipfy flying down that soon-to-be-snow-covered hill (fingers crossed for a big, fluffy, white season this year!). This is a cross between a sled and a luge with a lever thrown in for good measure. The lever helps keep you stable, allows you to easily steer, and sling it over your […]
Anevay OT Frontier Plus
November 5, 2015
A stove inside your tent?! Yes, with the soon-to-be-available Frontier Plus from Anevay OT! A woodburning stove that you can take with you on your next camping trip to cook with and keep you warm and toasty. It’s actually safe to have inside your tent, because it has a 4-inch flue to vent outside through […]
Hawaiian Journeys
November 5, 2015
A Hawaiian-style glamping experience. Hawaiian Journeys, located on the island of Hawaii (AKA The Big Island), is a collection of yurts half way between Kailua Kona and Hilo in Ocean View at an elevation of 3000′. These are fully furnished yurts with beds and linens, kitchenette facilities, ensuite bathrooms, BBQ grills, fire pits, heaters, and […]
Outrider USA Horizon
November 4, 2015
Lean back and hit the trails…with the Outrider USA Horizon! Explore the rugged backcountry with this recumbent trike. When your legs get a little tired, turn on the electric assist for a boost of up to 25 mph. On a single charge, the base model has a range of 30 to 50 miles for this […]
Seasons Alpine
November 3, 2015
Marry skateboarding with snowboarding and what do you get? The Alpine by Seasons – a handcrafted, one-of-a-kind deck that can be used for skateboarding in the summer and snowboarding in the winter! Designed with a full p-tex base (an extremely durable thermoplastic), metal edging, a length of 39″, and a width of 8.75″, this is […]
Uganda Rwenzoris by Call of the Wild
November 2, 2015
Coming February 28, 2015. Celebrate International Women’s Day with Call of the Wild on their new Uganda Rwenzoris trek! With a maximum of 10 adventurous women on this 12-night trip, the intrepid TrailblazerGirl will see the legendary World Heritage Site, the “Mountains of the Moon”, the source of the Nile and an impressive site in […]
Skylark Maize Maze and Funyard
October 30, 2015
Hurry, it’s the final days of the Week of Wickedness at the Skylark Maize Maze and Funyard! Located in Cambridgeshire, north of London, this family-friendly Halloween experience looks like a day of fun in the English countryside. Pumpkins, farm animals, tractor rides, pedal go-karts, and the highlight…the giant maize maze. What’s a maize maze? In […]
Aigle Tenere Light Sand
October 29, 2015
Comfortable from day one! The Tenere Light Sand from our friends at Aigle has all the form and function of a hiking boot, but is just as stylish with a pair of leggings or skinny jeans for a casual walk about town. We were struck by how light these boots were on a recent long […]
LED LENSER M3R
October 28, 2015
Shine a little light on it! But don’t be fooled by it’s small size, the M3R from our friends at LED LENSER is a super flashlight with a whopping 220 lumens of light. Fitting in the palm of your hand and weighing in at a mere 1.65 ounces, it’s super convenient to have this with […]
P-Mate
October 23, 2015
No more squatting! Stand tall with P-Mate, a handy “companion” for your next camping trip, hike, marathon, or anytime it might be difficult to find a clean bathroom. This is a leak-free, wax-coated funnel that folds to allow you to discretely carry it in a pocket, backpack, or purse. A ziplock bag is handy to […]
Kodiak Acadia Shearling
October 9, 2015
Rugged and strong, like the company’s namesake, the Kodiak bear. Upon picking up the Acadia Shearling, you’ll be struck by the sturdiness of this boot and agree that Kodiak is a fitting name for this company that’s been around since 1910. Tackle the outdoors with outstanding features like a slip resistant rubber outsole, warm shearling […]
Woolx Brooke 1/4 Zip Merino Wool Baselayer Top
October 7, 2015
Raising the bar with their fine Merino Wool garments. Our friends at Woolx have designed the ideal top with their Brooke 1/4 Zip. It’s just the right weight for fall weather and will be just a indispensable in the winter as a base layer for all your TrailblazerGirl outdoor activities. The medium weight 100% Merino […]
Butterbean Organics Skin Care Products
October 5, 2015
A natural and organic way to protect yourself from bugs and the sun! Our friends at Butterbean Organics graced us with their Bug-a-boo Bug Spray and Simple Sunscreen to test out, and we’re happy to report that both are products that you’ll want in your arsenal of essentials for your TrailblazerGirl outdoor activities. The Bug-a-boo […]
Biffy Bag
October 2, 2015
When you gotta go, you gotta go! When nature calls and you are in the middle of nature, reach for Biffy Bag. Within this small packet, there’s everything you need to do your business: Biffy Bag, odor free zip top transport bag, Biffy Powder (eliminates odor and solidifies liquids), toilet paper, and an over-sized wipe […]
Treeline Outdoors Roof-Top Tent Gen2
October 2, 2015
No more sleeping on the ground! With the Roof-Top Tent Gen2, you’ll be elevated to new heights! Following being trapped in a ground tent by a grizzly bear, the founders of Treeline Outdoors decided to design a tent that provided a secondary safety defense against future potential encounters. The tent fits securely to a roof […]
Estes Trail Ascent Trail Running Conference 2015
October 2, 2015
Coming October 9, 2015. A comprehensive conference in America’s top trail running destination, Estes Park, Colorado. The Estes Trail Ascent Trail Running Conference is in its third year running with loads of information on trail running for both race directors and trail runners. There will be speaker panels and interactive workshops, fun runs, demo gear, […]
Coast Cycles’ Quinn
October 1, 2015
A little powerhouse! The Quinn is a recently released urban bike from the Singapore based Coast Cycles. The unique front cargo rack built into the top tube is the first thing that you’ll notice. No more lugging your laptop on your back on your way to work! The Quinn has 20-inch wheels, 3-inch tires, and […]
BENRUS Scout – Black Star
September 29, 2015
The Scout backpack is out of this world and not just because of the Black Star pattern! Our friends at BENRUS have evolved from a renowned watch company supplying precision timepieces to a new military inspired lifestyle brand with their Originals Bag Collection leading the way. The Scout is a well-made backpack with an incredible […]
Deluxe Hydro Hammock Package
September 25, 2015
An innovative hammock. Yes, the Deluxe Hydro Hammock Package is a combination of a hot tub AND a hammock. The Package comes with a double layered hammock that can either be strung between 2 trees or placed in a pit at your campsite or beach plus a water heating system that provides hours of hot […]
myCharge Style Power
September 22, 2015
Compact, stylish, powerful. It’s Style Power from our friends at myCharge! This slick portable charger is only slightly bigger than a lipstick tube, yet it packs a whopping 2000mAh of power. The LED indicators are an easy visual for checking your battery level, and it has a convenient built in recharging cable. On a recent […]
Ecocapsule
September 18, 2015
No, it’s not a giant dinosaur egg. It’s Ecocapsule, a soon-to-be-available self-sufficient “house” from Nice Architects, an architectural studio based in Bratislava, Slovakia. This compact cutie has a bed big enough for two adults, a built-in kitchenette with running water, a toilet and a hot shower. It’s covered with high-efficiency solar cells, has a retractable […]