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Minus33 Sequoia Women’s Midweight 1/4 Zip
January 27, 2015
Soft and warm. The Sequoia Women’s Midweight 1/4 Zip from our friends at Minus33 is THE all-purpose top for the season. Made in New Hampshire where they know their cold weather, this merino wool is just right for wearing on its own for that early morning run or layered with an additional sweater for cross-country […]
Backcountry Babes’ Backcountry Ski Hut Trip
January 27, 2015
Coming March 20, 2015. Powder skiing to the max! Join Backcountry Babes for their Backcountry Ski Hut Trip in beautiful British Columbia, Canada. Start off your 7 and a half day adventure by flying by helicopter to a backcountry hut complete with saunas and catered meals in the Purcell Mountains. You’ll enjoy a full week […]
Transpack Heated Boot Pro
January 21, 2015
Aaahhh…warm boots with the Transpack Heated Boot Pro! This standard-looking bag has a nice, warm twist to it. Just plug it into a wall outlet or 12 volt car outlet, and you’ll have warm and dry boots! The 3-heat settings allow custom heating for boots, gloves, hats or socks. There’s a front helmet pocket and […]
Burton Girls’ Time Out Snowboard Camp
January 21, 2015
Coming January 31, 2015. Learn to snowboarding where the snowboard revolution started! The Burton Girls’ Time Out Snowboard Camp is offered at Stratton Mountain Resort in southern Vermont. This 2 day camp is only for us ladies and is designed and taught by some of Stratton’s best female snowboard instructors. Price includes a Friday night […]
BikeBoard Kit
January 16, 2015
Have bike, will ski? Yes, with a BikeBoard Kit! The kit works with virtually any wheel/tire size through the use of a “boot” and pin and strap system. Then either choose to ride with a single ski on the front wheel or one on both the front and the back wheels in order to shred […]
Eastern Mountain Sports Schools’ Women’s Ice Climbing 101
January 15, 2015
Coming January 17, February 14, and March 7, 2015. Celebrate winter with Eastern Mountain Sports Schools’ Women’s Ice Climbing 101. Held in New Paltz, just 80 miles north of New York City, you’ll find some of the best climbing cliffs in the Shawangunk Ridge (aka “The Gunks”). Dress warmly and they’ll provide all the gear for […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2014: Celebrating the Cold Weather!
January 6, 2015
Burrrr…with cold weather hitting much of the nation, the editorial staff at TrailblazerGirl got together and came up with their top 3 picks from the 2014 reviews for ways to enjoy and celebrate this cold weather. First off, really experience winter with Igloo-Village and their locations in the Alps and the Pyrenees. A collection of […]
Callanan Puff Trooper
November 25, 2014
Move over beanies, make way for the troopers! The Callanan Puff Trooper hats, that is! These cool-looking hats come in chocolate, red, silver and black (we tried the black one since it goes with everything!) are just what you need for the cold weather. They have a warm fleece lining, a super-soft faux fur trim […]
Likeys 6633 Ultra
November 25, 2014
Coming March 20, 2015. Known as the “Toughest, Coldest and Windiest Extreme Ultra Marathon on the Planet”. The Likeys 6633 Ultra is a grueling race of either 120 miles or 350 miles within the Arctic Circle (6633 refers to the latitude coordinates in minutes and degrees of the Arctic Circle) in temperatures of -25 degrees. […]
Explore II UpSki Complete
November 21, 2014
Who needs ski lifts, gondolas, and trams? Check out UpSki and their newest model, the Explore II. It’s like a giant parachute (they call it a wind mountaineering canopy) that allows you to ski up a 35-45 degree slope with the power of the wind. Though you’re being towed up the mountain behind this big […]
Carve Designs Sumner Fairisle
November 21, 2014
Fashion alert…super-cute sweater! The Sumner Fairisle by our friends at Carve Designs is an excellent sweater for the cool weather. We love how soft the merino wool is, and it’s machine washable (yeah!). The traditional fairisle pattern has an unexpected twist with buttons down the front and the hint of a collar. Fits true to […]
La Sportiva Crossover 2.0 GTX
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 […]
Bula Vega Active 4 Way Stretch Glove
November 17, 2014
Cool weather and gloves go hand in hand (pun intended!), and the Vega Active 4 Way Stretch Glove by our friends at Bula are just what you need. Fantastic features include a comfortable snug fit, a soft low-pile fleece interior, and touch-screen-compatible thumbs and index fingers. You’re hands will be toasty warm and look stylish […]
Outdoor Research Verglas Gaiters
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 […]
2XU G:2 Micro Thermal Top
October 27, 2014
Cool weather calls for a change in clothing, and 2XU has you covered. Their G:2 Micro Thermal Top is the piece to grab when the temperature starts to drop. Well-thought-out features include extra long sleeves with thumb holes for warm, several well-placed reflective strips to keep you visible, a high neck that can be zipped […]
Skoki Lodge
October 15, 2014
Get away from it all and stay in an alpine backcountry lodge. Skoki Lodge, elevation 7,100 feet, is only accessible by hiking or skiing an 11km trail through beautiful Banff National Park. Choose from accommodations in the main lodge or one of the three log cabins. Note that there is no electricity or running water, though […]
Volt Cracow Women’s 7v Insulated Heated Vest
October 9, 2014
With the cool fall weather, it’s nice to have a little extra heat. Whether you’re on that snow-covered mountain or a chilly hike, you’ll be pleased to have the Cracow Women’s 7v Insulated Heated Vest by Volt. It may look like a thin vest, but there are actually 3 heating zones embedded in the chest […]
Tubbs Snowshoes Women’s FLEX ESC Snowshoe Kit
September 8, 2014
Good fun in the snow with the Women’s FLEX ESC Snowshoe Kit by Tubbs Snowshoes. The kit contains a pair of FLEX snowshoes, a pair of 2-part adjustable Tubbs Snowshoe Poles, and a bag to carry all. Technical features of the snowshoe include a women-specific binding, rotating toe cord that allows the tail of the […]
Igloo-Village
September 8, 2014
How cool is this! Yes, pun intended, the Igloo-Village is a collection of igloos connected by underground tunnels in 6 locations throughout the Alps and the Pyrenees. Each year the Igloo Villages are completely rebuilt using inflatable balloons to create the “rooms” that are then covered with snow and connect by “underground” corridors. The whole […]
NOAA Snow Forecast App
September 4, 2014
Is it going to snow tomorrow? You can answer that question if you have the NOAA Snow Forecast App by WeatherSphere. It installs easily, can be customized to your specific location, and has a ” highly responsive interactive map”. This app shows 6 hourly snowfall amounts in inches for next 48 hours. Covering the contiguous […]
Wagner Custom Skis
March 28, 2014
Not just a women-specific ski, but a ski specific to YOU! Wagner Custom Skis uses a special “Skier DNA Fitting System” to develop the best ski possible for you. Through a series of questions, Wagner determines things like how you ski, the type of terrain and snow you ski on, your muscular and skeletal profile, […]
Ortovox Free Rider 22 Woman
March 18, 2014
An all-in-one system for hard-hitting TrailblazerGirl skiers and boarders. The Ortovox Free Rider 22 Woman is specifically designed to fit a woman’s body which is ideal in a backpack with an integrated back protector – “Spine Protector System” (SPS). A wide neoprene hip belt ensure the pack is hugged tightly to your body, and the […]
Arctic Innovations HydroHeater
March 11, 2014
Frozen hydration bladder a problem? For those die-hard TrailblazerGirls that are braving extreme conditions in search of adventure, Arctic Innovations HydroHeater should be an essential piece of gear. No more worries about not being able to drink from your hydration bladder because the drinking tube is frozen. HydroHeater has a battery-powered heating element which at […]
Rideau Canal Skateway, Ottawa, Canada
March 6, 2014
The world’s largest skating rink! The Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, carries this distinction every winter. The Skateway travels through downtown Ottawa for 7.8 kilometres (4.8 mi) to Dows Lake and is open 24 hours a day. You’ll find kiosks with hot beverages and snacks as well as warming huts and sleigh tours on […]