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Intro to Motocross by Adventurous
June 5, 2012
Coming June 10, 2012. Ready to motorize your bike? This 1-day introduction to motocross for women by Adventurous is for complete beginners. Held in Rancho Cordova, near Sacramento, CA, you’ll learn all the basics of a tooling around on a dirt bike, including gear, mounting, bike controls, braking, speed adjustments and turns. Taught in a […]
Hides Classic 3-in-1 Eyeglass Retainer Strap
June 4, 2012
In a triumph of efficiency, the folks at Hides have merged the retainer, case and cleaner for your sunglasses all into one. And while there might be others, the Hides Classic is the original. Take a neck strap retainer for your glasses, then re-imagine the strap as a microfiber case and lens cleaner. Now that […]
Stove in a Can
June 1, 2012
Stove in a can? Must be a gimmick, right? Well, the folks at Firefly Innovations have created a very clever package using the can itself as a stove and including inside 4 fuel cells (each lasting about an hour), a cooking ring and lid and waterproof matches. You open the can, take things out, light […]
Solar Spark Lighter by Sundance Solar
June 1, 2012
A pocket-size solar lighter? The Solar Spark Lighter by Sundance Solar is really a stainless steel parabolic mirror that focuses the sun’s energy to a precise point that can reach hundreds of degrees, thus lighting whatever you need. Imagine the looks on their faces when you take that out to light some kindling… priceless.
Seattle Sports PVC-Free Solar Shower
May 31, 2012
Us TrailblazerGirls don’t have a problem resolving the dichotomy of staying clean and going camping. Hey, just take a shower with you, and our friends at Seattle Sports have now just released their new PVC-free Solar Shower. Built with eco-friendly materials, the Solar Shower is a bag that you fill with water, leave in the […]
Beach Babe Bicycling Classic
May 31, 2012
Coming July 15, 2012. Welcome to the Beach Babe Bicycling Classic of Long Beach, CA. The team at Noble Pursuit, a group that organizes bicycling events for women, has arranged for another great casual cycling event along the beautiful southern California coastline where you’ll enjoy what promises to be gorgeous weather, a paved bike trail […]
UpStand Bike Stand
May 30, 2012
Better than a kickstand? The new UpStand Bike Stand by the Upstanding Bicycle Company is a super lightweight (40 grams), super strong (carbon fiber), easily stow-able (folds down to 5.5 inches), detachable (uses magnets) stand for your bike that is better than the heavyweight options you see in the store (which is why lots of […]
The Roadie by Detours
May 30, 2012
Don’t let no rain stop you. The brand-new waterproof Roadie by Detours protects your smart phone (or paper map) while mounted on your bike’s frame right where you can see it (e.g. for navigation or just easy access, like for changing songs). Its quick-release bracket makes it easy to take with you when you get […]
KÖPPEN Women’s No Fly Zone Boonie
May 29, 2012
A “no fly zone”… for insects near your head. The Women’s No Fly Zone Boonie (hat) by KÖPPEN has built-in insect repellent to keep the bugs away while also keeping you cool and dry with its wicking headband and mesh panel. And, the easily adjustable bungee cord ensures it fits just right all day long. […]
Paddleboy Go! Cart by Seattle Sports
May 29, 2012
A practical trailer for you bike? Seattle Sports has released their Paddleboy Go! Cart, a trailer for your bike that can be configured to carry all sorts of things, even canoes, kayaks, surfboards, SUP boards and sailboards. The key is their patented quick-release hitch that holds the cart to your bike’s rear hub. The Paddleboy […]
Women’s Rock Climbing Day at Castle Rock State Park by Outdoor Adventure Club
May 29, 2012
Coming June 9, 2012. For both newbies and experienced rock climbers, this class will either introduce you to the basics of climbing or to amazing rocks at the Castle Rock State Park in the Bay Area. The professional women instructors with the Outdoor Adventure Club promote “Learn As You Play” climbing adventures for women all […]
Windcheetah HyperSport Recumbent Bicycle by AVD
May 25, 2012
The Windcheetah is the only recumbent bike (really a “trike”) to have set several major speed and endurance records and has even been exhibited in the Museum of Modern Art and the Guggenheim Museum. But the HyperSport model is even more impressive. Key parts are made with Carbon Fiber; the seat sits on a suspensions […]
Eve Shirt for Women 2.0 by IntelliSkin
May 25, 2012
I still remember my mom saying to me everyday, “stand up straight!” I wish I had listened, but fortunately others heard the same from their moms and now our friends at Intelliskin have just come out with the Eve Shirt for Women 2.0 which is designed to help support your back and shoulders and ultimately […]
Boucan by Hotel Chocolat, St Lucia
May 25, 2012
Dumb question of the day… do you like chocolate? How about a resort with its own Cacao (the botanical name for chocolate) Plantation? Or lounging around the infinity pool ordering chocolate treats in addition to cocktails? Yep, the luxurious Boucan resort in St. Lucia is now open. It’s owned and operated by the Hotel Chocolat […]
SunGuard Laundry Aid
May 23, 2012
Magically add UPF protection to your clothing. Just add 1 small box (equal to 1 oz) of SunGuard to your laundry detergent, and it washes UPF 30 sun protection into your clothing. That’s enough to block more than 96% of the sun’s harmful rays, and the protection lasts 20 washings. With all the outdoors clothing […]
SylvanSport GO
May 23, 2012
It’s like a trailer-in-a-box. Everything you need to start camping with a trailer: a lightweight trailer with a pop-up tent, inflatable mattresses, an awning kit, bed/table panels, etc. This all-in-one SylvanSport GO has assembled quality components in a simple but complete little package for the fun weekend camper, but the really clincher is that the […]
Intro to Fly Fishing by The Women’s Wilderness Institute
May 23, 2012
Coming June 23 or September 8, 2012. Yes, women like to fish too, especially when there’s beautiful scenery and a good TrailblazerGirl friend along, and you can bet the picnics we bring along are a lot better than the guys. But, there are few courses geared for women, so we’re happy to present these 1-day […]
Jompy Mini
May 22, 2012
Imagine passively boiling water while actively cooking. Wait, what does that mean? The Jompy is essentially a coiled tube that rests over your campfire. So, the campfire heats the water in the tube while also passing through to cook your food in a pot resting on the Jompy. This handy little device from our friends […]