May 19, 2015
PROMO CODE ALERT… Our friends at Topo Athletic are celebrating the approaching summer months and want to share their excitement with TrailblazerGirl readers. Get a 20% discount plus free shipping with the code TOPO20. This is a special code that expires on May 22nd, so hurry and take advantage of it while you can!
March 31, 2015
Our new favorite trail running shoe! Our friends at Topo Athletic provided us with a pair of their new Runventure trail running shoe. Super comfortable right out-of-the-box on a recent long trail run/hike – no blisters or irritation (just some sore muscles, but that had nothing to do with the shoes!). The wide toe box […]
March 5, 2015
A feature-loaded boot bag! The Powder Trekker by Kulkea is lightweight yet durable and has an “intuitive packing system” to keep you organized. Features include side-located boot compartments, a deployable helmet sling, a partitioned soft top pocket for goggles on one side, and face masks, balaclavas or bandanas on the other, and a large top […]
March 3, 2015
Performance and fashion for your feet! The SI-18 Trainer 2 from our friends at K-Swiss is the perfect shoe on and off the court. Features include non-slip tread with non-marking sole, great arch support, nice toe protection, signature K-Swiss stripes, and a new, super-cute Jackson Pollack-style colorway. Comfortable right out of the box, these are […]
February 26, 2015
Unbreakable laces! Yes, UNBREAKABLE! Rhino Laces are guaranteed to last for life or they will replace them for free. Made out a special material that cannot be burned, cut, sawed, worn down, chopped, destroyed or broken, these laces are incredible on all your shoes and boots for your TrailblazerGirl adventures. Choose from 5 colors, 2 of […]
February 19, 2015
Sometimes we need a little help. A little help with keeping our footing while doing yoga, dancing, pilates, or aerobics, that is, and our friends at Great Soles have just the thing for us. Their Performance Peds are super socks that have little grippy treads that keep us from slipping and sliding around. The socks […]
February 6, 2015
No more slipping and sliding! The NANOspike by Kahtoola will keep you on your feet this winter. With 10 tungsten carbide spikes per foot, traction won’t be an issue. Neither will the weight and portability with the size small weighing only 7.5 ounces and the included tote sack makes it easy to have them handy […]
January 30, 2015
Got cold feet? Try the Women’s Electric Heated Socks from Thunderbolt. The entire sole of the sock has a heating element, and there’s a cable that stretches from the sock up your leg to the battery pack that attaches to your waistband. Plug the cable in and select low or high power when your feet […]
January 29, 2015
Wet shoes – yuck! Particularly during the winter, there’s nothing more uncomfortable than slipping your feet into wet shoes or boots. With the Go! PEET Dryer, you won’t have this problem since you can take this portable dryer with you anywhere. It’s compact, plugs into wall or vehicle outlets, and will dry all types of […]
January 14, 2015
A versatile shoe for your TrailblazerGirl adventures. Whether you wear your TerraTECH shoes on the trail or on an urban walk, your feet will enjoy the freedom of this minimalist shoe from the ZEMgear active fitness and walking collection. Plentiful features include a nice wide toe box, choice of round toe or split toe, protective toe […]
January 9, 2015
Happy feet. Happy TrailblazerGirl. Check out the FootBalance QuickFit Footbeds which they say support your feet in proper alignment to help keep foot muscles and arches active and toned. We say, these insoles help with keeping our feet from getting tired too quickly on those long runs and hikes. They are super easy to customize to […]
December 8, 2014
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 2014 reviews in the Run category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…the high tech treadmill that simulates walking on the moon, AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill. Rounding […]
November 18, 2014
Wet, muddy trails? No problem with the La Sportiva Crossover 2.0 GTX! These trail running shoes will keep your feet dry and well-protected with their integrated gaiter. The gaiter has an adjustable, elastic cinch cord to make sure that water and debris from getting inside your shoes. You’ll also have excellent traction with soles made […]
November 13, 2014
Our friends at Kushyfoot have done it again! Yes, their new Fall Collection is filled with some great products. Their Shaping Tights are “designed with a firm shaper that tames your tummy, hips, and thighs”. That’s a nice way of saying that these special tights will hold all your bits and bobs in place! Besides […]
November 12, 2014
With rainy weather and snow, it’s so uncomfortable having wet feet while hiking or snowshoeing. Avoid this common problem with the Verglas Gaiters by Outdoor Research. Designed specifically for women, these gaiters are will keep you well protected with a combination of a waterproof, breathable fabric upper and a durable inner leg, as well as […]
October 20, 2014
How do you know when it ‘s time to replace your running shoes? Simple enough, check the soles, but actually, your shoes may need to be replace BEFORE they show wear and tear in the soles. Enter mino, the shoe life tracker, to help you solve that question. Generally, shoe manufacturers recommend replacing your shoes […]
October 3, 2014
So clever! At the beach or the pool and don’t know where to hide your room key and money? Whip out your SlotFlops, open the secret compartment in the sole, place your valuables in the protective sleeve provided, and slide them in your flip flops! No one will know your treasure is there as it’s […]
September 25, 2014
A cycling shoe that doesn’t look like your typical cycling shoe. Tracey Neuls shoes have been nominated for design awards and appear in the fashion, art, and design press. We were especially taken with her Geek Bike Reflector Shoe. TrailblazerGirls will appreciate that this shoe can be dressed up or down, and it has a […]
September 19, 2014
Smart shoes. Yes, really smart shoes that guide you where you want to go. That’s Lechal shoes by Ducere Technologies. Lechal translates to “take me along” in Hindi, and these soon-to-be-released shoes use haptic technology by vibrating either the right shoe or the left shoe depending on which direction you should move. Download the Lechal app, […]
September 9, 2014
Described as “dramatically different”, you’ll want to try these socks to believe them. Our friends at Feetures! provided us with a couple of pairs of their Elite Merino+ Socks to test out, and we definitely agree that they are “dramatically different” (in a good way!). For one, there’s a left and right foot to these […]
September 5, 2014
FREE OFFER PROMOTION… Our friends at Thorlos have created a special link just for TrailblazerGirl readers. Treat your feet to a free pair of Thorlos. All you pay for is the cost of shipping (less than $5) – what a deal for a fantastic pair of Clinically Tested Padded socks! Here’s the special link just […]
September 4, 2014
These are NOT socks…they are padded foot protection or as they say, “beyond socks”! We take care in choosing the right shoes for the activity that we doing, so why don’t we choose our socks as carefully? Thorlos takes socks to the next level. They have designed foot protection for your specific sport or activity […]
September 3, 2014
No more soggy shoes! Leggits, by those clever folks at Georgia in Dublin, are overshoes that are designed to keep your shoes and pants dry and clean when you are on your bike or walking in the rain. These stylish accessories slip on over your shoes and reach to a few inches under your knees. […]
August 6, 2014
Custom designed and custom fit boots to meet your cycling, and inline, quad, long, and short track skating needs! Bont, a company out of Sydney, Australia, has been making speed skates by hand since 1975. Their Mybonts Customized Boots give you the opportunity to choose from 10 different styles of boot and to design the […]