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Powerstep Pinnacle Maxx
March 2, 2017
A simple fix to a painful problem. Sometimes we overdo it, resulting in injuries like plantar fasciitis, shin splints, and other foot conditions, but relief is in sight with the podiatrist-designed orthotics from our friends at Powerstep. They have a wide variety of shoe inserts, but we tested the Pinnacle Maxx and found the firmer […]
Bridgedale WoolFusion Trekker
February 27, 2017
They put a lot of thought into their socks so you don’t have to. The folks at Bridgedale are known as the global market leader in the manufacture of technical socks. Whether it’s for hiking, skiing, mountaineering, running, walking, or just being there, they’ve got the sock for you. We tested their WoolFusion Trekker, a midweight […]
VKTRY Insoles
February 14, 2017
Not just any insole. These are Performance Insoles! VKTRY Insoles are designed for athletes to optimize their performance during competitions and training. Their inception traces back to the US Olympic Bobsled Team to help them deliver speedy starts. Here’s how it works: a proprietary algorithm is used to determine the best flexibility level of the insole for […]
Wiivv Insoles
February 1, 2017
They support you, so be sure to take care of them. It’s your feet, of course, and our friends at Wiivv have a way to make them feel extra-special. The clever folks at Wiivv have developed a process to design custom 3D printed insoles! Yes, custom! Download their app, take some pictures of your feet with […]
Heat Holders Twist Thermal Socks
January 31, 2017
Oh-so cozy! The aptly named thermal socks from our friends at Heat Holders (yes, they really do hold the heat!) are the perfect sock for your winter TrailblazerGirl activities. A patented three-stage manufacturing process is the key to socks that are incredibly warm, soft, and cozy. According to the company, “An advanced insulating yarn is used […]
Therafit Sienna
January 19, 2017
Customized support and comfort! Our friends at Therafit have designed a system called the Personalized Comfort System (PCS) that allows you to adjust your shoe with the ideal cushioning, support and fit for your needs. The Sienna is a sport casual shoe that is a great sneaker for urban walks, spinning class, gym sessions, and all-day comfort. It […]
Balega Blister Resist Socks
January 19, 2017
As if you weren’t already interested in a sock called Blister Resist! Yes, our friends at Balega specialize in socks, and their Blister Resist Socks are ones to write home about. Blisters are prevented by a combination of well-thought out features: high thread count, mohair blended fabric that provides for a tighter fit, moisture wicking, and less […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2016: Escaping the Cold Weather!
January 3, 2017
Happy New Year! We TrailblazerGirls love being outdoors, but this cold weather has us dreaming of a nice, warm day in the sun. The TrailblazerGirl team wants to share their top 3 picks from the 2016 reviews for ways to escape the cold weather. First off, check out the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Denmark. […]
Top Hike of 2016
December 2, 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 Hike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…the Oboz Aurora, the dual functioning trail and running shoe. Rounding out the top-3 were the […]
Zederna Cedar Soles Silver Care
October 19, 2016
PROMO CODE ALERT! Think about those aromatic, cedar-lined chests for your sweaters. Now you can have something similar…in your shoes! The smart folks at Zederna have created cedar wood insoles that have a thin layer of cedar wood fused to a cotton layer, creating a flexible, comfortable insole for all your shoes. The cedar has […]
Tread Labs Stride
October 13, 2016
You use them everyday, so take care of them! What is it?…It’s your feet, and they deserve the semi-custom fit that our friends at Tread Labs can provide. We tested their Stride insoles, and we’re very impressed. Tread Labs provides you with a quick, 5 question quiz that guides you to the insole that will […]
NotSocks
September 29, 2016
Clever, clever! NotSocks are essential for the fashion-forward TrailblazerGirl. If you live a “sockless lifestyle” or like the look of shoes without socks, then this is the solution for you. The smart folks at NotSocks have developed a footbed that can be custom-cut and a “sock” that fits around that footbed. The “sock” is made out […]
AhhSoles Collection
September 23, 2016
Your feet deserve these! Check out the fun and colorful AhhSoles Collection of flip flops. But there’s more to them than just looks. They are actually really comfortable and make your feet feel especially pampered. After a long run, hiking trek, rock climbing foray, or just a hard day at work, slip on a pair of […]
Oboz Aurora
September 12, 2016
Love trail running and hiking? No need for two different pairs of shoes with the Aurora from our friends at Oboz! From their line called “Trailsport”, they’ve designed a shoe that gives you the support and grip needed in a hiking shoe plus the lightness of a trail running shoe. Genius! Their Hyalite outsole delivers the flexibility […]
Ronsports Cibel
July 27, 2016
Surfer casual meets bohemian chic! Check out the Cibil from our Canadian friends at Ronsports in beautiful British Columbia. Look no further, we found your summer walking shoe. Designed out of raffia and suede, this leather-lined shoe is super comfortable, in part due to the cushioned leather footbed. It looks great with shorts, jeans, skirts, […]
FootGloss
July 25, 2016
Yippee – do away with blisters! We’ve all been through it whether it’s that new pair of running shoes or hiking boots or that knock-out pair of heels or strappy sandals, the folks at FootGloss have your remedy. This all-natural “foot prep” will help prevent the irritation, chafing and blisters that can happen with even […]
Body Glide For Her and Foot
June 27, 2016
Be free of chafing and blisters! Our friends at Body Glide have a solution with their balms designed especially for us TrailblazerGirls and for our feet. For Her has a vitamin enriched formula that can be applied to your inner thighs, under your arms or around your sports bra, anywhere that chafing may occur. The […]
Emjoi Micro-Pedi
June 2, 2016
Get your feet ready for summer with the Micro-Pedi from our friends at Emjoi. Our feet have been sequestered away during the cold months and now need some attention to be presentable at the beach and in those nice strappy sandals. The Micro-Pedi is an easy-to-use tool that painlessly removes the rough and calloused skin […]
Eurosock Trail Running Quarter
April 19, 2016
Oooo socks designed and made in Italy! The new Trail Running Socks from our friends at Eurosock have all that you would expect (and then some!) from that fashionable country. Made to perform, these socks have graduated compression to stimulate blood flow, improving oxygen delivery to your muscles thus reduces foot and leg swelling, lactic […]
Injinji Trail and Outdoor Socks
April 14, 2016
Toesocks…those fun and funky socks that are good for your feet in more ways than one. Our friends at Injinji sent us some of their new Trail and Outdoor Socks, and we’re hooked. Three features set these socks apart from traditional socks: total foot utilization; blister prevention; and moisture management. Total foot utilization means that […]
Arcos SS6011 Ghost
April 12, 2016
Let’s talk socks. Not just any pair of socks, but ones that help your feet work better and stay healthy. The folks at Arcos produced a sock with features that TrailblazerGirls will appreciate. The SS6011 Ghost uses patented graduated compression technology to stimulate blood flow and increase endurance. The built-in plantar fasciitis support zone provides […]
361 Degrees Ortega
March 29, 2016
You won’t want to take these shoes off! The Ortega from our friends at 361 Degrees is a super-comfortable shoe that is perfect for running the trails, walking around the neighborhood, hitting the treadmill, or any TrailblazerGirl activity involving your feet! It’s constructed with three layers of sole for support, comfort, stability, flexibility, and traction. […]
Gel-Lign Gel-Channeling Shoe Inserts
March 1, 2016
You’ll be jumping for joy (and very comfortably we might add!), when you try Gel-Lign Gel-Channeling Shoe Inserts. These are some of the newest products from our friends at AlignMed, the folks that brought us the fantastic Posture Shirt and equally amazing AlignMe. The insoles have an interesting squishy feel to them initially, as if […]
Fischer Hybrid W 10+ Vacuum Full Fit
February 26, 2016
Spoil yourself with customized ski boots! The Fischer Hybrid 10+ Vacuum Full Fit is a versatile boot for all types and levels of skiers. A perfect fit is achieved through the Vacuum fit molding process at a local Fischer dealer that personalizes both the shell and the liner to your foot. Not only will your […]