Mt. Gaoligong Ultra
October 25, 2016
Coming November 18, 2016. A 100+ mile journey through time and history. This is the inaugural year for the Mt. Gaoligong Ultra, a 104-mile trail ultra marathon over a grueling 36 hour period. Starting at the “Yin and Yang Gates,”, racers travel over marked trails around Mt. Gaoligong, the last mountain through the southern ancient silk road […]
Mud Dog Run – Zombie Edition
October 24, 2016
Coming October 29, 2016. It may look like the scene of a horror movie this weekend in Maryland, but it’s actually the Mud Dog Run – Zombie Edition! This is a 5K course filled with the usual obstacles like mud pits, cargo nets, and climbing walls with one major exception…zombies! They’ll be waiting for you […]
UBSOUND Orchestra Earphones
October 24, 2016
A symphony of beautiful music with the Orchestra Earphones from our friends at UBSOUND! The recently released Orchestra is a lightweight in-ear earphone that gives you fantastic sound. For those audio-savy TrailblazerGirls, here are some of the tech specs: high performance 10mm independent dynamic drivers with a sensitivity level of 115dB/mW and a frequency response of 15-21.000Hz, impedance of 16 ohms, and […]
Mixed Climbing by Chicks with Picks
October 24, 2016
Coming December 28, 2016. Have you tried mixed climbing yet? Now is your chance with the Chicks with Picks Mixed Climbing clinic! Mixed climbing is a combination of ice climbing and rock climbing using crampons and ice axes to ascend rock ice or snow. This 3-day clinic with 4-nights lodging is held just outside of that […]
Night At Dracula’s Castle in Transylvania
October 21, 2016
Coming October 31, 2016. For once, garlic breath is an advantage! Yet another incredible Halloween contest by Airbnb, the online marketplace for listing and booking accommodations around the world. Are you brave enough to spend Halloween night in Count Dracula’s home, Bran Castle, in Romania’s Carpathian mountains? Your host will be Dacre Stoker, the great grandnephew […]
I Heart Keenwah Snacks
October 21, 2016
Be keen for Keenwah! Our friends at I Heart Keenwah have created some delicious and healthy snacks. Whether it’s sweet or savory, they’ve got you covered. All the snacks are made out of that nutrient-dense quinoa. You’re familiar with quinoa, that super food that’s a complete source of protein with all 9 essential amino acids, is […]
Halloween Weekend London Ghost Walks
October 21, 2016
Coming October 28-31, 2016. Fearless TrailblazerGirls, we have a spine-chilling adventure for you! It’s the Halloween Weekend London Ghost Walks, a one hour, 40 minute walking tour through the streets of London with Richard Jones, the Master of the Macabre. Hear spooky stories of murders and executions. Visit haunted pubs and graveyards. Dare to wander in the city’s […]
Sydney Zombie Walk
October 20, 2016
Coming October 29, 2016. Calling all zombies! Head to Australia’s most populous city for the Sydney Zombie Walk, an event that raises both awareness and money for Australia’s Brain Foundation. The Brain Foundation funds research throughout Australia to advance diagnosis, treatment and patient outcomes of neurological disorders, brain disease, and brain injuries. Dress up in your […]
Gen 2 ThreadBuds
October 20, 2016
PROMO CODE ALERT! Tired of tangled earbuds? We’ve all been there, the music is all cued up, and you reach in your pocket or bag to find a jumbled mess of earbuds. Well, our friends at ThreadBuds have the solution for you! The threaded cord of the Gen 2 ThreadBuds keeps the cord from getting […]
Blood and Guts Run
October 20, 2016
Coming October 22, 2016. A gory-sounding run! The Blood and Guts Run in Centreville, Virginia is a 5K race filled with outrageous obstacles and masses of zombies. Let’s talk about the zombies – not only will they be chasing you trying to take your lives (flags), but they’ll also have “blood” filled water guns! Yikes! Obstacles […]
Edinburgh Castle, Scotland
October 19, 2016
Considered by some as one of the most haunted places in the world, Edinburgh Castle makes a trip to the Scottish capital a must for Halloween thrill seekers! Actually, anytime of year is a good time to visit this historic castle, and it’s no wonder that this is Scotland’s most-visited paid tourist attraction. Edinburgh Castle presents as […]
Zederna Cedar Soles Silver Care
October 19, 2016
PROMO CODE ALERT! Think about those aromatic, cedar-lined chests for your sweaters. Now you can have something similar…in your shoes! The smart folks at Zederna have created cedar wood insoles that have a thin layer of cedar wood fused to a cotton layer, creating a flexible, comfortable insole for all your shoes. The cedar has […]
HOSHINOYA Fuji
October 19, 2016
Glamping in Japan? Yes! HOSHINOYA Fuji offers breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji from it’s prime location on the slopes north of Lake Kawaguchi. Every guest room has floor to ceiling windows, a private ensuite bathroom, and a balcony with an outdoor campfire or wood burning stove. Public areas also take full advantage of this unique […]
Halloween Shriek Week
October 17, 2016
Coming October 22- 31, 2016. More a-mazing maze fun awaits you in the countryside of England’s South Yorkshire! Halloween Shriek Week is coming to the Boston Park Farm in Doncaster, an 800 acre traditional working farm with an animal trail, tea room, and play areas for the kiddies. But the main draw at this time of year […]
C3 Crabby Wallet
October 17, 2016
You’ll be anything but crabby with the Crabby Wallet! The name actually is a play on the creator Ryan Crabtree’s name, and he’s carried it through with a cute crab embroidery and crab sticker with every wallet. This is a minimalist wallet that will hold just your essentials, which is perfect when you’re out and about on your […]
The Amazing Cornish Maize Maze
October 17, 2016
Coming October 29, 2016. Head to the English countryside in east Cornwall for a Giant Halloween treat! The Amazing Cornish Maize Maze is holding their annual Halloween event, and this year’s theme is the Ten Tall Tales of Giants. A challenge awaits you as you work your way through 3 miles of paths to help […]
Cocoa Motors WalkCar
October 14, 2016
No more searching for a parking space! It’s the WalkCar from the folks at Cocoa Motors out of Tokyo, Japan. It looks a little like a laptop with wheels, and it is touted as the world’s smallest car. Weighing in at only 2.8 kg, this mini “car in your bag” can reach top speeds of […]
Meow Meow Tweet Deodorant Stick
October 14, 2016
A cute name to go along with a fabulous, vegan-friendly deodorant! Our friends at Meow Meow Tweet (doesn’t that name just make you smile!) recently launched their deodorant in stick form. Formulated out of potent plant and mineral powders and just the right amount of essential oils, this deodorant is effective yet gentle on your skin. […]
World’s Largest Corn Maze 5K
October 14, 2016
Coming October 16, 2016. We told you about this year’s Richardson Farm Corn Maze, but did you know that they offer a 5K race as well? How fun is that! You won’t need to worry about getting lost in the maze, because the 3.1 mile route will be clearly marked and all non-course passages will be blocked. The […]
Zombie Fun Farm at the Calgary Corn Maze
October 13, 2016
Coming October 15, 2016. Zombies in a corn maze? Yikes! Yes, the bucolic sounding Calgary Corn Maze is offering a special, one night only event – the Zombie Fun Farm. Located in southern Alberta, those Canadians sure know how to put on a scare-fest! Make your way through the 13 acre corn maze filled with zombies, growling […]
Tread Labs Stride
October 13, 2016
You use them everyday, so take care of them! What is it?…It’s your feet, and they deserve the semi-custom fit that our friends at Tread Labs can provide. We tested their Stride insoles, and we’re very impressed. Tread Labs provides you with a quick, 5 question quiz that guides you to the insole that will […]
Devil’s Chase 6.66 Miler
October 13, 2016
Coming October 29, 2016. A devilishly fun race! It’s the Devil’s Chase 6.66 Miler in the Halloween Capital of the World – Salem, Massachusetts, of course! The devils with hit the streets in the notorious site of the Salem Witch Trials, running past well-known landmarks like Salem Common, Peabody Essex Museum, a Real Haunted House, the Custom House, […]
BB&T Halloween in Emmaus 5K
October 12, 2016
Coming October 15, 2016. A very popular race, before a very popular parade. The 10th Annual BB&T Halloween in Emma’s 5K is expected to get around 20,000 spectators (yes, almost double the population of this small Pennsylvania town!). The 5K loop course takes you through city streets, and racers must finish within 40 minutes so that […]
Hi I’m Skinny Snacks
October 12, 2016
A catchy name for some yummy snacks! Hi I’m Skinny is a snack made of whole grains that’s packed with flavor. If you’re craving a crunchy snack, don’t reach for the potato chips. Reach for Hi I’m Skinny and get a tasty, more healthy nibble that is lower in calories and fat and higher in protein and […]