Calgary Stampede
June 23, 2016
Coming July 8, 2016. Grab your cowgirl hat and head to Canada! It’s time for the annual Calgary Stampede, a 10-day event that celebrates western heritage, cultures and community spirit. Started in 1912, this popular event, attended by more than one million people each year, offers over $2 million in prize money for quintessential rodeo […]
Real Purity Deodorants
June 22, 2016
Stay fresh the natural way! Our friends at Real Purity shared their roll-on and women’s deodorant with us, and we put them through the TrailblazerGirl tests. Even with our most active (read: sweaty!) TrailblazerGirl adventures, these deodorants kept us smelling and feeling fresh. Best of all, they are free from parabens, formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, aluminum, lead, […]
Pork Barrel BBQ Bacon Jerky
June 22, 2016
Everything’s better with bacon! Boy, is that true with Pork Barrel BBQ Bacon Jerky! Having proven themselves in the pitmaster arena, the team at Pork Barrel BBQ have won many awards for their barbecue meats and sauces, and they’ve take this experience to create a more portable, any-time snack with their Bacon Jerky. In each […]
The Big Float
June 22, 2016
Coming July 10, 2016. A giant floating party! The Big Float is a celebration of Oregon’s Willamette River in Portland. Grab your inner tube, kayak, SUP, or anything that floats, plus your life jacket and take part in this 6th annual event. There will be a floating party down the river, parades, live music, food […]
SOG Dark Energy 750a
June 21, 2016
We were won over by the Dark Energy…the Dark Energy 750a rechargeable flashlight from our friends at SOG, that is! This is a compact, solid flashlight that delivers a whopping 750 lumens and has a burn time of anywhere from 105 minutes to an amazing 32 hours, depending on the light setting. The 5 settings: momentary […]
PMS Bites
June 21, 2016
Almost worth having PMS! Okay, maybe that’s a little extreme, but PMS Bites are super delicious and are aimed at making you more comfortable during that awful time of month. Moist like chocolate truffles, they are gluten free, all natural, and vegan. They come in a little box with 6 yummy bites – we had […]
Firelight Camps
June 21, 2016
No need to rough it to enjoy the outdoors. Check out Firelight Camps in Ithaca, New York. Platform tents are furnished with high thread count linens, hardwood floors, private balcony, battery-powered lanterns, mesh screens, and safari-inspired furniture. Wake up to a complementary continental breakfast before you head out to explore the Finger Lakes’ area for […]
Montiel Ex Bra
June 20, 2016
We all have those staple items in our TrailblazerGirl wardrobe. You know, the sports bra or shorts that are a no-brainers for workout days. Well, we’ve found just what you need with the Ex Bra from our friends at Montiel. A non-fussy style with criss-cross back straps make this a solid go-to sports bra that’s […]
Accutone Aquarius
June 20, 2016
Great sound and great style. The Aquarius by our friends at Accutone is an in-ear headset for smartphones. We found that it provided clear, balanced sound while listening to tunes on a recent run. It comes with 3 sizes of silicon earbuds so that you can find the best fit and comfort. Also, because it’s […]
Beach Babe Half Marathon
June 20, 2016
Coming July 17, 2016. Grab your TrailblazerGirl-friends and head to sunny California for the Beach Babe Half Marathon. This all-women’s run starts in Long Beach and takes you along the beach waterfront with beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean on both running trails and paved beach paths. Choose to run solo or as a 2-person […]
Schiller S1
June 17, 2016
Bike on the water?! Yes, with the Schiller S1! This innovative bike/boat is very portable and modular with a quick assembly in under 10 minutes. The bike portion has pedals that move a specially optimized propeller that allows you to reach speeds of about 6+ knots per hour (7+ mph). It features handlebars that controlled […]
Kiehl’s Super Fluid UV Mineral Defense Sunscreen
June 17, 2016
Finally, a mineral sunscreen without the chalky, whiteness! Those expert skin-people at Kiehl’s shared their Super Fluid UV Mineral Defense Sunscreen, and we are super pleased with this Super Fluid! We like mineral-based sunscreens because they reflect the sun rays, making them healthier for our skin than chemical sunscreens that absorb the sun’s rays. Bur […]
Whistler Longboard Festival
June 17, 2016
Coming July 1, 2016. Full face helmet, knees pads and gloves required – yikes! For the hard-core skateboarders, the Whistler Longboard Festival is THE place to be. As one of only 2 North American World Cups, this multi-day downhill skateboard event, provides a challenging and picturesque venue for this competition. Canada Day (July 1st) kicks […]
PowerCurve Mini
June 16, 2016
Fits in the palm of your hand and is oh-so-useful! It’s the PowerCurve Mini from our friends at 360 Electrical. On your next traveling TrailblazerGirl adventure, remember to bring this handy compact package. It has 2 rotating (yes, rotating, how cool is that!), 3-pronged plugs plus 2 USB outlets. How many times have you been […]
Creaky Knees Guides
June 16, 2016
We’ve just discovered some great, newly-released guides that we think will be just right for you TrailblazerGirls who want to explore the Pacific Northwest. Published by Sasquatch Books, the Creaky Knees Guides for Washington (2nd Edition), Oregon (2nd Edition), and the Pacific Northwest National Parks and Monuments are a comprehensive collection of hikes that are […]
BIGDOGBRAG
June 16, 2016
Coming June 25, 2016. Known as The Funner Mud Run, the BIGDOGBRAG is a mud obstacle race in which everyone can participate. Held in Pueblo, Colorado, there’s a 5K course that has more obstacles than any other course its size, and a 2K course that’s family-friendly. Expect obstacles with fun names like the Spunky Monkey […]
Reduce Hybrid Sport Bottle
June 15, 2016
Cold and hot. Yep, this bottle does it all (well, not at the same time, of course!). The Hybrid Sport Bottle from our friends at Reduce is just what you need for your morning cup of joe or your essential water rations on your trek up the mountain. This 16 ounce thermal tumbler is made […]
ReGrained Bars
June 15, 2016
How about a beer bar? No, not that kind of bar, but an energy bar made from beer. Well, technically, we should say the beer grain byproduct from the brewing process. Interested? We are! The clever folks at ReGrained have formed partnerships with craft breweries in San Francisco to take their spent beer grain, which […]
Red Bull 400
June 15, 2016
Various dates and location in 2016. Four hundred meters. No big deal, right? Think again. When it’s at an altitude of nearly 200m and straight uphill, it’s a BIG deal! The Red Bull 400 is known as the steepest 400m race in the world. Held at various ski jumps throughout Europe and North America, this […]
TUDIA Klip
June 14, 2016
Tired of replacing your charging cable? Our friends at TUDIA have a solution…it’s the Klip! Don’t be fooled by the small size of this cutie. They say it will reduce the strain on your charging cable by 80% – no more taping your frayed cable or worse, having to buy a replacement. We say, a […]
Zim’s Max Arnica Homeopathic Roll-On
June 14, 2016
More help for our weary bodies from our friends at Zim’s! You recall their Max-Freeze Continuous Spray that we reviewed last month? Well, they’ve just released a new homeopathic treatment for those aches, bruises, and pains that we sometimes get from our TrailblazerGirl adventures. Meet Max Arnica Homeopathic Roll-On! It’s all natural with arnica and […]
FP Escapes Yoga Retreat in Spain
June 14, 2016
Coming September 25, 2016. Ándale to España! Yogascapes and Free People are teaming up to give you The FP Escapes Yoga Retreat in Spain: The Art of Ritual. Stay in a collection of charming Spanish homes nestled in Andalucia’s national park, Sierra de Grazalema, where the lush mountains and quaint villages will provide a welcome […]
Nairn’s Products
June 13, 2016
Savory or sweet? Take your pick with Nairn’s delicious oat crackers and oat cookies. Baked in Scotland from Scottish oats, these tempting snacks are like eating oatmeal in a cracker form! You really taste the healthy goodness of the wholegrain oats that are loaded with complex carbs and both soluble and insoluble fiber. This translates […]
Nature’s Gate Herbal Blend Lavender & Aloe Deodorant
June 13, 2016
The natural way to stay odor free! Our friends at Nature’s Gate have some great herbal blend deodorants. We tried the Lavender and Aloe, and it’s like stepping into a field of fresh lavender flowers. Other scent combinations include Chamomile and Lemon Verbena, Lemongrass and Clary Sage, and Tea Tree and Blue Cypress. All are […]