June 10, 2016
Coming July 14 and 28, 2016. As they say, add a little yeehaw to your namaste! The Big Sky Yoga’s B-LUXE Cowgirl Yoga Retreat is a 3-night experience at B Bar Ranch, a 9,000-acre ranch just north of Yellowstone National Park. Your A-frame cabin is surrounded by an aspen grove with a open-air hot tub just […]
June 8, 2016
A stellar jacket for all your TrailblazerGirl adventures! The Loke Jacket from our friends at Helly Hansen is THE jacket for all kinds of weather conditions. Designed out of Helly Tech Performance fabric, it’s waterproof, breathable, and windproof. Smart features include: a front storm flap to make sure that the wind and rain stay out; […]
June 8, 2016
Lose the cord! With BackBeat GO 2 + Charging Case, our friends at Plantronics have created Bluetooth enabled earbuds that can take you through your TrailblazerGirl adventures singing to your music in style. The convenient charge case allows you to pop your earbuds in a secure pouch for easy transport while charging at the same […]
June 8, 2016
Coming October 27, 2016. Transform your running with the Moab Mindful Running Retreat. Enjoy the beauty of the desert along with like-minded women as you learn to build a consistent, sustainable running practice that works for you, train smarter not harder, discover the keys to recovering faster, and appreciate trail running. There will be daily […]
June 7, 2016
Leave the sand on the beach! Our friends in the Philippines created an innovative beach-friendly beach blanket called Lagu. It may look like a beautiful, jewel-toned blanket, but behind the mild-mannered fabric, lies a special linen blend that repels sand, dries quickly, and is allergen free. This lightweight, soft blanket comes with an integrated four-buttton […]
June 7, 2016
Get your superfood fix with Hemp2o! The key ingredient in this organic beverage is hemp seed oil which is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, several B vitamins, vitamin C and other essential nutrients. Don’t worry, this is made with industrially processed hemp oil so there’s no THC and therefore no risk of getting […]
June 7, 2016
Coming June 17, 2016. What a collaboration! Free People (that cool, bohemian-chic clothing company!) and Yogascapes bring you the FP Escapes Yellowstone Yoga Retreat. Visit America’s first national park and enjoy daily yoga, meditation, and hikes. Included in the cost of this long weekend escape are 3 nights of beautiful glamping accommodations at Yellowstone Under […]
June 6, 2016
This is truly YOUR sports bra. Our friends at Shefit shared with us their aptly named Ultimate Sports Bra, and TrailblazerGirls, we’re impressed. You can customize the fit with adjustable straps that are so revolutionary, they are actually patented. Not only do you have adjustable shoulder straps that provide you with over 15 inches of […]
June 6, 2016
Go green with Yuve Matcha Green Tea Powder! Matcha is a finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea. Yuve uses green tea leaves hand selected from shaded tea plantations in the small region of Nishio, Japan for this ceremonial grade tea. The leaves are then de-stemmed, de-veined, air-dried and stone-ground. Matcha is […]
June 6, 2016
Coming September 3, 2016. A marathon in the desert?! Yes, for you die-hard TrailblazerGirl runners, there’s the Petra Desert Marathon. Considered an adventure marathon, this challenging race takes place in the lunar-like mountain landscape and arid desert of Jordan. On top of the dry, desert heat, expect hills galore with an ascent of about 1,200 […]
June 3, 2016
Challenge yourself with aquabase. A new way to workout on the water, aquabase is an inflatable platform with a nonslip surface that is as rigid as a surfboard. By exercising with aquabase, you engage your core in a low-impact, cross-training way that is very effective and challenging. Your muscles must work equally in pairs, otherwise […]
June 3, 2016
Aaaaahhhh! That’s the sound of your skin thanking you for using Cactus Flower and Tibetan Ginseng Hydrating Mist. Our friends at Kiehl’s kindly provided us with a sample of this magical spray to try. Yes, that’s quite a name, but it is very descriptive of the key ingredients. The Cactus Flower holds the distinction of […]
June 3, 2016
Coming July 31, 2016. Surf and fun in sunny southern California! Join Surf Diva for their All Ladies Overnight Surf Camp. This week-long camp includes meals, lodging at the University of California, San Diego, twice daily surf instruction, surf equipment, and transportation to and from the beach. All skill levels are welcome. Evening activities include […]
June 2, 2016
Get your feet ready for summer with the Micro-Pedi from our friends at Emjoi. Our feet have been sequestered away during the cold months and now need some attention to be presentable at the beach and in those nice strappy sandals. The Micro-Pedi is an easy-to-use tool that painlessly removes the rough and calloused skin […]
June 2, 2016
A healthy treat! No, that’s not an oxymoron. When you taste Emmy’s Dark Cacao Macaroons, you will be pleasantly surprised. These delicious bites are 100% vegan, gluten-free, and made with the highest quality, organic, non-GMO, raw ingredients. Another reason to feel good about these tasty tidbits, is that Emmy’s maintains eco-friendly values by making their […]
June 2, 2016
Coming June 4, 2016. Celebrate the trails! This year is the 23rd anniversary of American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day (NTD). Kick off the summer with a wide range of activities including hikes, biking and horseback rides, paddling trips, birdwatching, geocaching, gear demonstrations, and stewardship projects. Last year, NTD was highlighted by 2,329 activities taking […]
June 1, 2016
One of the unfavorable byproducts of being a TrailblazerGirl is the occasional injury. And with those injuries comes scars. Now, the smart folks at Quantum Health have developed Scar Reducer, an herbal scar treatment that can be used on new and existing scars, newly healed wounds, and stretch marks. An interesting combination of ingredients includes […]
June 1, 2016
TrailblazerGirls love the outdoors, but we don’t love those biting bugs. Fortunately, our friends at Quantum Health have a solution for those nasties! Buzz Away Extreme Spray is an all natural repellent, free of DEET, that will keep mosquitoes away for up to 4 hours and ticks away for up to 2 1/2 hours. Formulated […]
June 1, 2016
Bird, birds, and more birds! In the Emerald State, you’ll see a myriad of avian species, and the Audubon Washington’s Great Washington State Birding Trail will help you identify the best places for the best bird watching. Seven routes have been identified along which you might see Bald Eagles and Pileated Woodpeckers on the Puget […]
May 31, 2016
Small but super handy! The Micro Rocket Carbon from our friends at Topeak is so incredibly light, you’ll wonder if it will work. And yes, it does work and very well we might add! At a mere 55 grams, this dynamo will pump your tires up to 160 psi in no time flat. It comes […]
May 31, 2016
A new bag for all types of weather! Our friends at Aquapac shared their recently released TrailProof Tote Bag with us. This is a waterproof messenger bag fashioned out of heavy duty vinyl that is very durable and strong with an adjustable shoulder strap and extra padding for comfort. We like that it’s a straightforward […]
May 31, 2016
Coming July 16, 2016. The largest multi-day bicycle event in the Northwest. It’s Cascade Bicycle Club’s Seattle to Portland Ride, formally known as the Group Health STP Presented by Alaska Airlines. Over the course of 2 days, this 200+ mile ride will take you from the University of Washington campus through the valleys, forests, and […]
May 27, 2016
Summer’s approaching, and that means camping! Do it in style and comfort with the Barefoot Caravan from our friends in the UK. Designed and hand built out of fiberglass, it will sleep 2 comfortably and 3 in a pinch. This compact space has all the essentials and then some: L-shaped seating that converts to a […]
May 27, 2016
More excellent products from our friends at ShiKai. For all your dry skin needs, the Borage Therapy line of creams and lotions has you covered. Have you heard of borage oil? We hadn’t either, until we checked out ShiKai’s hand cream, foot cream, and anti-itch advanced formula. Borage oil is super high in gamma-Linolenic Acid […]