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Wanderlust Festival Sunshine Coast
September 29, 2015
Coming October 15, 2015. What a lovely place to practice mindful living…it’s the Wanderlust Festival held on the Sunshine Coast of Australia! The beachfront location of this 4-day event lends itself well to workshops on SUP yoga, surfing, Capobatics (a kind of breakdance and acrobatics exercise), and yoga hike. Expect loads of interesting and inspiring […]
Tidal Dreamings Spring Island Vibes Retreat for Women
August 27, 2015
Coming October 18, 2015. Surfing in the Land of Down Under! Tidal Dreamings is offering a 5 day surfing and yoga retreat in North Stradbroke Island, the second largest sand island in the world. Located southeast of Queensland’s capital of Brisbane, you’ll have clean uncrowded waves, warm waters, and sandy bottomed beaches, making it an […]
Queen of the Peak Women’s Surf Championships
August 7, 2015
Coming October 2, 2015. Cowabunga! Surfs up in Tofino, British Columbia, for the Queen of the Peak Women’s Surf Championships. This 2 day contest features the best in ladies longboard and shortboard events. Included in your registration fee is a wine and cheese welcome reception at Surf Sister and an awards gala multi-course dinner at […]
Costa Rica Surf and Yoga Retreats with Pura Vida Adventures
June 25, 2015
Various dates in 2015 and 2016. Cowabunga! The Costa Rica Surf and Yoga Retreat from the folks at Pura Vida Adventures is a week-long camp located on one of the top 10 most beautiful beaches in the world. With ocean views, expect relaxation and rejuvenation in the daily yoga sessions held in an open-aired yoga […]
Headhunter SPF45 Face Stick
June 18, 2015
“Bullet-proof” sunscreen. Well, technically, it won’t stop bullets, but it will definitely protect you from the harmful rays of the sun! Headhunter’s SPF45 Face Stick is a super handy sunscreen that goes on dry and provides broad spectrum coverage against UVA and UVB rays. The proprietary formula contains natural zinc and titanium dioxide to act […]
SeaSpecs Cruzer and Stealth Sunglasses
June 4, 2015
Protect your eyes from the sun! SeaSpecs sunglasses have been developed specifically by and for those who love water sports. Designed with impact resistant, polarized lenses that provide 100% UVA and UVB protection, they are available in 4 styles with a variety of lens and frame colors. We tried out the Cruzer and Stealth styles. […]
The Surfing Heritage and Cultural Center
June 4, 2015
Love surfing? Then you’re gonna love The Surfing Heritage and Cultural Center, located in where else but sunny southern California. San Clemente to be exact. This non-profit organization is dedicated to “preserving, presenting and promoting surfing’s heritage for the appreciation and education of current and future generations; and to achieving our goal of surfing being […]
VSN Mobil V.360° HD Camera
February 25, 2015
Capture 360 degree shots effortlessly! Get strikingly clear video and still shots with the VSN Mobil V.360° HD Camera. Mount it on your surfboard, SUP board, helmet, bike handlebars, skateboard, or anywhere that gives you a good view of the action. Clever features include their Burst Mode that allows you to take 5 sequential panoramic […]
Master of the Ocean, Dominican Republic
February 18, 2015
Coming February 23, 2015. Calling all TrailblazerGirl watersport enthusiasts, you are going to love the Master of the Ocean competition in the Dominican Republic! This 5 day event features 4 different sports – surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, and SUP. Compete as an individual in a single category, as part of a team of 4, each competing […]
Kite Sisters’ Kiteboarding & Yoga Camp
January 22, 2015
Coming March 2015. A laid back vacation in the sun. Join Kite Sister’s Kiteboarding & Yoga Camp on the small, friendly island of Caye Caulker, Belize. Over the course of a week, you’ll have morning yoga sessions, kitesurfing days, stand up paddle boarding, and snorkeling. No experience is necessary and the warm, shallow waters are […]
Devil’s Slide Coast, California
November 24, 2014
Awe-inspiring scenery along the California Coast. Opened earlier this year, the Devil’s Slide Coast is a network of 8,900 acres from Pacifica to Half Moon Bay that offers a range of outdoor activities. There are 47 miles of hiking trails that cover the gamut from challenging treks to breezy boardwalk strolls. You can also enjoy […]
Spinlister
October 31, 2014
Got a bike? Want some extra cash? Then check out Spinlister, a peer-to-peer bike rental site that connects people with bikes and people who want to rent them. Some describe Spinlister as Airbnb for cyclists. They provide a wide variety of bike models. locations in over 100 different countries, and more flexible rentals than a […]
Onewheel
October 24, 2014
Think combination hoverboard, surfboard, snowboard, and skateboard on the road, and you’ll be approaching what Onewheel feels like. Debuting in the next several months, Onewheel is the “world’s first one-wheeled, self-balancing, electric skateboard”. This fun, supposedly easy-to-learn ride has a top speed of 12mph and a range of 4 to 6 miles with a rechargeable […]
Helio Pressure Shower
September 19, 2014
Good things come in small packages – certainly the case with the Helio Pressure Shower. This small bundle measuring 8.5″ by 5.5″ when packed, holds up to 11 liters of water and will provide you with 5-7 minutes of steady water pressure. No need to search for a tree or post to hang this shower, […]
Radiator Ladies Shark Deterrent Diving Suits
August 22, 2014
Sharks begone…or at least reduce your chances of being attacked in the water! The folks at Radiator are offering 3 different Ladies (and men’s) Shark Deterrent Diving Suits: Diverter, Elude Mid, and Elude Dark. The Diverter Design is black and white striped and “present the wearer as something dangerous or unpalatable to a shark”. The […]
Rip Curl Search GPS Watch
July 30, 2014
We all know about the activity trackers that monitor our activity on land. How about on the water? Soon you’ll be able to with Rip Curl’s Search GPS Watch. It will keep track of how long you’ve been surfing, your top speed and distance, and wave count. Once you’re out of the water, easily sync […]
Surf Sauna
June 20, 2014
Necessity is the mother of invention. Well, not really “necessity”, but a strong desire to warm up after these die-hard surfers hit the cold New England waters. The Surf Sauna is a mobile sauna that is custom built out of Western Red Cedar, a naturally rot resistant and antimicrobial wood. It can accommodate 2 to […]
Finis Neptune
June 18, 2014
Listen to music while swimming? Yes, you can! The Finis Neptune is an award winning waterproof MP3 player. Instead of earbuds which can be a problem for swimmers, Neptune uses an innovative Bone Conduction technology to transmit the music though the cheekbone into your inner ear for a clear sound. WIth 4GB of storage, you […]
MyTide App
June 6, 2014
Surf’s up! Or is it? Get the latest information on tides with the MyTide App. Awarded the App of the Month by Cruising World, this free iPhone app provides tide height, current speed and direction, a 24-hour tide or current graph, and sun and moon information for the United States and territories of the United […]
The Rainbow Sandals Gerry Lopez Battle of the Paddle
June 4, 2014
Coming October 4, 2014. The world’s largest Stand-Up-Paddle event. The Rainbow Sandals Gerry Lopez Battle of the Paddle will be held at Salt Creek Beach, in Southern California. This is a new and larger venue for this expanding event allowing for several challenging races, 300 exhibitors, and plenty of room for spectators. Events include an […]
h2oglo SUP Light Kit
May 23, 2014
Standup paddle boarding by night! The SUP Light Kit by h2oglo is a detachable 20 watt LED light, rechargeable battery, charger, and a pre-wired waterproof box for the battery. The light can be easily attached to the bottom of an SUP board illuminating the water below and around the board. Available in 5 colors – […]
Duke’s OceanFest, Hawaii
May 23, 2014
Coming August 16, 2014. A-lo-ha! Head to the gorgeous island of Oahu for Duke’s OceanFest. Held in honor of Hawaiian, Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, Olympic medal winner and widely regarded as Hawaii’s greatest athlete and the father of modern surfing. Nine days filled with ocean sports galore on world renowned Waikiki beach. There’ll be longboard surfing, […]
Level Six Venus Long Sleeve Rash Top
May 14, 2014
A winning option for the water-sport-loving TrailblazerGirl. Our friends at Level Six know that rash guards are such a key piece of gear and their Venus Long Sleeve Rash Top doesn’t disappoint. Used as a sun guard or under a wetsuit or paddling jacket, we found this top to be very comfortable, allowing full range […]
Eager Beaver Surf Co. Workshops
May 2, 2014
Coming June 15, June 29, July 13, and July 27, 2014. DIY enthusiast? Love SUP or surfing? Combine the two by heading to Eager Beaver Surf Co. in Bend, Oregon for their board building workshop. By the end of the 7-day workshop, you will have your very own handcrafted, hollow core wooden surfboard or standup […]