March 3, 2017
Happy feet…happy TrailblazerGirl! The folks at Fox River Socks are America’s oldest performance sock brand, so they know their socks. They have a massive assortment of socks to choose from depending on the activity you’re doing, the weather, fabric, and personal style preference. These sock experts (shout out to Mike!) smartly suggested we try their […]
March 1, 2017
Starting March 6, 2017. Hey TrailblazerGirls, we just discovered a way for you to save some money! Interested? Of course you are! Our friends at ReddyYeti have a website that introduces you to outdoor startups with cool, new products in the world of climbing, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, surfing, kayaking, and just about any activity we […]
February 24, 2017
For your next trip to Washington DC, we already introduced you to the Monuments by Moonlight Tour from the folks at Historic Tours of America and Old Town Trolley Tours, so you have one of your evenings planned. During the day, here’s a tip for an excellent way to get around the city – their Hop On and […]
February 22, 2017
Comfy and warm! The Women’s Thermal Half Zip from our friends at Volt Resistance will have you wishing for cold weather. It may look like a stylish, outdoorsy top, but hidden in the back of the neck and the upper back are ultra-thin panels that take advantage of the patented Zero Layer heating technology that […]
February 22, 2017
Smart design! The folks at HY Athletic have some amazing gloves that TrailblazerGirls will love. Their FLUX ZEROs are Climate Control Gloves – specially designed gloves that allow you to regulate your hand temperature! Yippee, no more sweaty hands! The gloves are teeny-tiny, but they have quite a bit of stretch to their compression fit so when […]
February 17, 2017
Transforms your cell phone into a super “walkie-textie”! When there’s no wi-fi and no cellular service, you can still text your friends and share your location. Amazing, right?! goTenna is a compact device that uses VHF radio waves to allow you to keep in contact with your friends that have other goTennas in the area. Download the free […]
February 15, 2017
Take your vitamin C! Yes, we all know that vitamin C is important in keeping you healthy, but it also does wonders for your skin, and our friends at PEAK 10 SKIN have harnessed this wonderfulness with their SYNERGY-C (and thankfully, at a fraction of the cost of similar treatments!). This magical serum contains a combination […]
February 10, 2017
An expanding caravan! The BeauEr 3X is a unique caravan that that telescopes out at the push of a button, tripling the interior space in less than 20 seconds. This innovative glamping camper out of France comes with a bedroom with full size mattress, kitchen with sink, mini fridge, and 2 burner stovetop, and bathroom complete […]
February 9, 2017
A pocket-sized resource filled with treasures! The Urban Trails: Kitsap is your guide to 36 trails in the Key Peninsula, Kitsap Peninsula, and Bainbridge Island areas of Washington State. This guide has two missions: (1) to promote fitness and get you outside and (2) to promote the local parks, preserves, and trails in urban areas. […]
February 3, 2017
Coming July 1-31, 2017. Don’t be late for your reservation or drop your napkin in the middle of dinner! This summer, Vancouver is in for a treat…Dinner in the Sky is a bucket list adventure that has you over 150 feet off the ground, sitting at a floating dining table. You are strapped into your chair with a […]
February 3, 2017
Coming February 3, 2017. Get outside! The Great Maine Outdoor Weekend is a biannual event that encourages “Mainers” and those visiting Maine to try something new and enjoy the many outdoor activities offered throughout The Pine Tree State. Events include daytime and moonlight snowshoeing tours, cross-country skiing, snowman building, winter carnivals, guided hikes, bird watching, […]
February 2, 2017
Yikes! It’s cold out there, but fortunately, there’s Turtle Fur to the rescue! This awesome company based in Vermont (yes, it gets very cold there, so they know their stuff!) has a wide range of hats, headbands, neck warmers, balaclavas, mittens, and socks to meet all your cold weather needs. We tried their Original Turtle Fur […]
January 31, 2017
Coming March 24, 2017. Love the outdoors? Then check out the inaugural Midwest Outdoor Expo at the Lucas Oil Stadium in downtown Indianapolis. It’s 3 days of vendors, seminars, demonstrations, and entertainment, all related to enjoying the outdoors. Some of the exhibitors include Yurts of America, various campsites, RV and boat vendors, action sports, and […]
January 30, 2017
PROMO CODE ALERT! Yes, it’s the middle of winter, but these sunglasses will transport your to a warm sunny beach (or perhaps dreaming of a getaway to their namesake city!). The Portofino from our friends at Sunny Rebel are stylish with small round lenses that are just right for smaller faces. The lightweight frames and 100% […]
January 27, 2017
Weeee! One of the joys of winter is sledding down a pristine snow-covered hill, and here’s a sled with a lot of bells and whistles. The FSR Green Foldable Snowracer from the folks at Stiga has shock absorbers for a comfortable ride. The dual action knee and foot brake keep you from careening out of control, […]
January 26, 2017
Give them a hand! Actually, give them both hands, and they’ll be super warm! Our friends at Manzella know gloves and their Tempest Windstopper Touch Tip Gloves are just what you TrailblazerGirls need this winter. The exterior fabric is a special Gore Windstopper fleece that is soft and excellent at keeping the wind from freezing your hands. […]
January 13, 2017
Coming June 10, 2017. A new addition to North America’s premier trail-running series. Join the North Face Endurance Challenge Series in Wachusett Mountain Ski Area in Princeton, Massachusetts. Known for its challenging, yet scenic courses, this latest location remains true this history with technical terrain and rocky footing, steep hills and sharp descents with breathtaking views of Mt. […]
January 12, 2017
Clever, clever design! We are thrilled to share the SmartFlare product line with you: LED Combo Light, SwivelProLED, and SwivelClip. Yes, they are flashlights but not just any ordinary flashlight; they have some cool features that are VERY handy. All are ultra bright, LED lights with multiple modes of lighting, weather resistant, and have innovative, magnetic bases that allow […]
January 12, 2017
It is chilly out there! But don’t let the weather keep you from doing your TrailblazerGirl thing, especially since our friends at Minus33 created the Franconia Midweight Wool Bottom! It’s designed out of 100% Merino Wool that is soft, breathable, naturally moisture wicking, washable, and most importantly at this time of year, warm. Minus33 has paid attention […]
December 16, 2016
Seasons Greetings! And Vancouver, British Columbia goes about it in a big way! As one our favorite cities to visit, the holiday time is extra special with outdoor ice rinks, beautifully decorated trees and wreaths. and lights, lights, and more lights. Our Canadian friends in the North are not deterred by the cold weather and […]
December 9, 2016
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2016 reviews in the Snow category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… RideOn, the latest in AR goggles. Rounding out the top-4 were EXO2 Heated Clothing, a fantastic way […]
December 6, 2016
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2016 reviews in the Beach category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…the “cool” bag, Icepops by Cool-It Caddy. Rounding out the top-3 were the clear choice for kayaks, […]
November 18, 2016
SPECIAL PRICING FOR TRAILBLAZERGIRLS! We are so excited to share with you our latest find that will have you pining for cold weather. The smart folks at EXO2 have some heated clothing options, and we were lucky enough to test the ExoGlo Women’s Freestyle Jacket. What sets this jacket apart is the high performance technical fabric and […]
November 17, 2016
Winter has set in and it is chilly out there! Our friends at Little Hotties have just what you need to keep you warm and toasty as you continue with your TrailblazerGirl outdoor activities. The Tailgater is a set of little packets of warmth that don’t require batteries, are all natural, safe, and odorless. Just take […]