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North St. Bags Scout 21 Duffle
May 12, 2016
Everyone needs a duffle, and our friends at North St. Bags have just the one for you. Their new Scout 21 is the largest of the Scout line, and it packs a massive amount of gear for a weekend TrailblazerGirl excursion with a 30L capacity. This Portland-based company is known for doing their own manufacturing with […]
Field of Light, Uluru
April 7, 2016
Let there be light! Field of Light is an illuminated installation near the famed Uluru in the Australian Outback from artist Bruce Munro. Comprised of 50,000 frosted glass spheres on stems that shimmer and pulse in various colors covering an area equal to four football fields, this solar-powered art installation opened at the beginning of […]
The Outdoor Adventure Show
March 28, 2016
Coming April 2, 2016. Making plans for the summer? Then head to Montreal for The Outdoor Adventure Show. This 2-day event features over 200 exhibits, interactive demonstrations, travel seminars, inspiring adventure speakers, and incredible pre-season travel deals. Interested in learning to scuba dive? A free one hour session introduces you to the gear and basics […]
The Solid Bar Company
March 16, 2016
Oh, so wonderful-smelling and oh, so practical! Our friends at The Solid Bar Company sent us a smattering of their collection of hair and skin care products, and we were very impressed. Handmade in The Virgin Islands in small batches from organic and natural ingredients, they are available in cute little pillow box packages or […]
Colors of Provence with Adventures in Good Company
February 25, 2016
Coming April 29, 2015. Provence conjures images of lavender fields, Van Gogh paintings, and small quaint villages. Our friends at Adventures in Good Company offer a 9-day tour to this magical region, appropriately titled Colors of Provence and promises all this and more. The best way to explore the area is by foot and with […]
Escape to Shape, Sri Lanka
February 16, 2016
March 16, 2016. Looking for an exotic destination holiday? Check out the Escape to Shape journey to Sri Lanka. This week-long adventure includes 7 nights in a luxurious private villa, daily Vinyasa yoga, an historical tour of UNESCO protected Galle, a Tea Trail Experience (a must-do in Sri Lanka!), a guided bike ride to local […]
Urban Armor Gear MacBook Pro Case
February 15, 2016
Get the case that reflects your active TrailblazerGirl lifestyle. Our friends at Urban Armor Gear have just released a great case that will protect your laptop from the elements and clumsy hands. Designed with a hard armor shell with impact absorbing corners, their cases have been drop-tested to ensure that your precious cargo is safe. […]
WanderTours Bhutan Cultural and Yoga Tour
January 21, 2016
Coming March 13, 2016. Find your inner peace on the Bhutan Cultural and Yoga Tour with WanderTours. Travel to the Land of the Thunder Dragon on this 12 day journey that includes daily yoga classes, visits to monasteries, attending local festivals, and viewing magnificent scenery. The cost of the trip is inclusive of all transportation […]
Exotic Sri Lanka: UNESCO World Heritage Splendor by Adventure Women
January 21, 2016
Coming July 30, 2016. Rich in culture and natural beauty and named Destination of the Year. Any guesses? It’s Sri Lanka, and the folks at Adventure Women have organized an adventure travel vacation there later this summer. With this 13-day trip, experience highlights such as UNESCO World Heritage sites, various cultural opportunities, a safari in […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2015: Most Innovative Items
January 6, 2016
There were so many interesting and innovative items reviewed in 2015, and our TrailblazerGirl editorial team wanted to highlight their pick of the top 3 (just in case you missed them last year!). First, here’s a unique take on the tiny house phenomenon with Ecocapsule. Available for pre-orders, this is a self-sufficient egg-shaped home that […]
Top Wear of 2015
December 1, 2015
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 2015 reviews in the Wear category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the UnderTech UnderCover Travel Safe Tank Top, an essential piece of travel clothing. […]
Victorinox SwissCard Lite
November 23, 2015
How much can you fit in something the size of a credit card? Quite a bit, if you are Victorinox! From the folks that bring you the eminent Swiss Army Knife…behold, the SwissCard Lite! This model contains an extraordinary 13 items tucked away in a card that fits in the palm of your hand. Here’s […]
RooSport Plus
October 27, 2015
Don’t have a pocket? Then you need the RooSport Plus to complement your workout wardrobe! The Plus is the latest in their line of magnetic pockets and is big enough to hold the larger phones (think: iPhone 6 Plus and Samsung Note 4) and then some. No shortage of storage here with a large pouch […]
PortaPocket Combo Kit
October 16, 2015
Solutions for that ever-present problem of not having a pocket to carry your phone, ID, money, sunglasses, and more! Our friends at PortaPocket have a range of pockets that are easy to use and come in a variety of sizes to meet your needs. The fabric is sweat and water resistant so we found it […]
BENRUS Scout – Black Star
September 29, 2015
The Scout backpack is out of this world and not just because of the Black Star pattern! Our friends at BENRUS have evolved from a renowned watch company supplying precision timepieces to a new military inspired lifestyle brand with their Originals Bag Collection leading the way. The Scout is a well-made backpack with an incredible […]
AdventureWomen’s Nepal Trekking in the Himalayas
September 29, 2015
Coming November 12, 2015. Awesome experiences with like-minded women. Join AdventureWomen for their November Nepal Trekking in the Himalayas with dramatic peaks and scenic vistas. Enjoy a safari by elephant to view Bengal Tigers, raft down the Seti River, sightseeing and shopping in Kathmandu, and trek the Annapurna region with spectacular views of eight of […]
Ventoux Box
September 24, 2015
Protect your investment. You’ve spent time, money, and a lot of training with the perfect bike, so make sure to take care of it while traveling. Check out the Ventoux Box by Buxum, a premium case for transporting your bike safely and securely. Made out of an extremely strong but lightweight sustainable aluminum, it weights […]
Foliage Leaf Peepr App
September 23, 2015
Where can you see the best fall foliage? Of course there’s an app for that! The Foliage Leaf Peepr app from the folks at Yankee Magazine makes use of their network of “Peeps” to post photos and report on foliage status in their location. These reports are then compiled and presented in the Live Fall […]
myCharge Style Power
September 22, 2015
Compact, stylish, powerful. It’s Style Power from our friends at myCharge! This slick portable charger is only slightly bigger than a lipstick tube, yet it packs a whopping 2000mAh of power. The LED indicators are an easy visual for checking your battery level, and it has a convenient built in recharging cable. On a recent […]
Toad&Co Sidekick Jegging
September 1, 2015
Life is short…so be comfortable! The Sidekick Jegging from our friends at Toad&Co is just what you need. Whether you’re traveling, on an urban trekking adventure, or just hanging out with friends, these jeggings will have you looking like the fashionable TrailblazerGirl that you are! Designed out of a cotton and polyester blend with a […]
Bikabout
August 14, 2015
A great way to see a city, whether your a tourist or a resident. Bikabout is a one-stop resource for 2-wheeled travelers to find the best desserts, quaint lodging, delicious craft beers, and other hidden gems in various cities throughout North America. This website, launched in January 2014, currently covers 17 major cities and continues […]
Black Diamond Sister Superior Tank
August 6, 2015
Love the design of this top! The Sister Superior Tank by our friends at Black Diamond looks like a nice cami-style top but wait… turn around and check out the super-cute styling in the back! Sliding back straps add a chicness to this fashionable and flattering top. A silky, breathable fabric with a gathered elastic […]
Vivobarefoot Handcut Pandora
August 4, 2015
Think of summer and many of us think about walking barefoot on the beach. Well, now you can bring that barefoot walking comfort from the beach to the street with the Handcut Pandora from our expert friends at Vivobarefoot. Recall that they are the leaders in minimalist footwear with shoes that are designed to help […]
Fivesse Beach Backpack
July 23, 2015
Summer and the beach go hand-in-hand, and Fivesse has exactly the backpack to make that trip go smoothly. With so much attention to detail, the Beach Backpack has a water-resistant interior (how smart is that!), loads of pockets, 2 outside water bottle pockets, a key fob, and exterior towel holder. Two removable zippered, water-resistant bags […]