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2015 Scuba Show
May 15, 2015
Are you a diver or thinking about taking up diving? Then you need to check out the 2015 Scuba Show. This is the largest consumer scuba diving show in the country and will expose you to tons of exhibitors with the latest and greatest in scuba gear, cooking demos, and seminars and classes galore. One […]
SportSub
April 10, 2015
Finding Nemo? Well, not exactly but you may see him while you are traveling underwater in your SportSub personal submersible. Available in versions from the SoloSub to the 6-person TourSub, you’ll bring out your inner Jacques Cousteau. An ambient design is used, meaning that the air pressure inside the sub is the same as the […]
Triathlon Pink Series, UK
April 9, 2015
Coming June 21, August 2, and August 30, 2015. Think pink! The Triathlon Pink Series offers 3 locations for a women’s only triathlon in the United Kingdom – Leeds, Nottingham, and Basildon. The goal of this series is to raise funds for breast cancer research while encouraging women to participate in a swim, bike, and […]
Just Add Noodles Pool Float
March 4, 2015
Clever name, clever product! Just Add Noodles is an ingenious bundle that will make you the envy of everyone in the pool, lake, river, or any calm body of water. Here’s the kit – a head pillow, a foot pillow, and 4 air noodles – all conveniently carried in a mesh bag to take with […]
Polar Plunge 2015
February 25, 2015
Various dates and locations in 2015. Have a blast and help raise awareness and funds for the Special Olympics. The Polar Plunge is a fun event where you run into super cold water (usually only about waist deep), then quickly run back out. Costumes are encouraged, making this experience an entertaining one filled with super […]
Beach House Ship Shape Stripe Collection
February 18, 2015
Aaahhh…dreaming of warm weather and enjoying sailing through turquoise waters. That’s what comes to mind with the Ship Shape Stripe Collection from our friends at Beach House Swimwear. We love the nautical navy and white stripe with a playful burst of contrast color trim. A variety of styles to choose from, we were especially taken […]
Top Beach of 2014
December 4, 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 Beach category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…the unique watercraft, Inventist’s AquaSkipper. Rounding out the top-3 were the new video camera/still […]
SlotFlop Sandals
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 […]
Float Cap and Support
September 26, 2014
Float your troubles away! The Float Cap and Support are unique products out of Iceland that are designed to allow for a perfect floatation experience. The cap is made out of neoprene and a polyethylene foam and keeps your head buoyant and out of the water. The supports strap to your upper legs and in […]
Catalina Island Triathlon
September 17, 2014
Coming November 1, 2014. A picture perfect end-of-season triathlon…check out the Catalina Island Triathlon. This half mile swim, 15K bike, and 3.1 mile run on the beautiful island of Catalina is a great way to enjoy the small island off the coast of Los Angeles. The water is clear and cool, and if you’re lucky, […]
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 […]
Tribord Easybreath
August 22, 2014
Granted it’s not your typical-looking mask, but the Easybreath by Tribord will allow those that have trouble snorkeling with the usual mask to get in the water and enjoy life under the sea. Snorkelers can don this innovative product and breathe naturally through their nose or mouth. With this full-face mask, you’ve got an unobstructed […]
Waves Floating Sunglasses
July 28, 2014
No ordinary sunglasses! Our friends at Waves Gear have some great sunglasses that are polarized, and they FLOAT! Yes, these cool looking specs are made of a special plastic that allows them to float – in the ocean, in the lake, in the swimming pool, in the bathtub (whatever floats your boat!). They are lightweight, […]
Waikiki Roughwater Swim
June 25, 2014
Coming September 1, 2014. We have all heard of the famous Waikiki Beach – you know, the beautiful, white sand beach with surfers and sun bathers in Honolulu on the island of Oahu. On Labor Day, open water swimmers will hit the waters for this 3.8 km course starting at Sans Souci Beach, cover the […]
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 […]
Lady Liberty Sharkfest
June 18, 2014
Coming June 29, 2014. An inaugural open-water swim in the shadows of the Statue of Liberty! The Lady Liberty Sharkfest is a 1.5 mile swim starting just off Liberty Island, past Ellis Island, along the Jersey City shoreline, then into the Morris Canal to finish at Liberty Landing Marina in Liberty State Park, New Jersey. […]
Barracuda Fenix
June 17, 2014
The ultimate swim goggle. The new Barracuda Fenix is specially designed with a patent pending process to ensure that you have the most comfortable, leak-proof fit. You also have a huge field of vision with in excess of 180 degrees of unfettered peripheral vision, as well as anti-fog and UV blocking lenses. Comes with three […]
Dignity Health Women’s Triathlon Festival
June 12, 2014
Coming September 6, 2014. Women-only triathlons are few and far between, and you’re in for a treat with the Dignity Health Women’s Triathlon Festival. You have a choice of FOUR women-only multisport events – triathlon, duathlon, super sprint triathlon, and super sprint duathlon. Held at Rancho Seco Park in the California’s Central Valley, expect warm […]
Saggio Pocket
June 5, 2014
What to do with those keys on your next swim? Try Saggio Pocket! This clever item is a small pocket that you attach magnetically to your swim suit or clothing. Made out of high performance, moisture wicking fabric that can be machine washed and dried, it’s the perfect size to hold you keys, ID, and […]
Aqua Sphere AlphaFins
June 4, 2014
They look a little like blue petals attached to your feet, but they are actually Aqua Sphere’s AlphaFins! These unique looking swim fins are designed out of non-waterlogging EVA foam and are 70% lighter than the traditional swim training fin. The special shape of these fins allows them to work well with the breaststroke, crawl […]
Level Six Kimi Boardshort
May 27, 2014
A hot pair of shorts for hot weather! The new Kimi Boardshort from our friends at Level Six has us water-loving TrailblazerGirls ready to hit the beach. Cute details like the lace-up waistband, short zipper, and back pocket with drain hole, along with fabrication out of their HyperStretch Fabric, give you the right combination of […]
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, […]
Liquid Image OPS Swim Goggle
April 11, 2014
Cool new invention for the TrailblazerGirl swimmer. Available in early summer, the Liquid Image OPS Swim Goggle has a built-in video camera and still camera. A button on the side of the goggle allows you to easily switch between video recording in HD and taking photos with up to a 3MP image. Other features include […]
Mi Ola Reversible Wrap Top
January 13, 2014
A fantastic bikini for the active TrailblazerGirl! The super cute Mi Ola Reversible Wrap Top fits really well and stays put when you’re doing all your water sports. But wait, that’s not all…it’s also reversible! So you get 2 tops for the price of one, not to mention, space in your suitcase. We paired our […]