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 […]
March 28, 2016
Share the LOVE! Our friends at Love Grown Foods shared some of their LOVE with us in their tasty, healthy foods. We tried their Oat Clusters and Super Oats Packets – lots of flavors to choose from and all were really delicious. Of the Oat Clusters, the chocolate lovers on the team liked the Cocoa […]
March 28, 2016
Have some fun on the snow! Thinking outside the (cardboard) box is encouraged with the Cardboard Box Derby at the Grand Targhee Resort in Alta, Wyoming. The goal is to build a structure that will hold up to 4 adults as you travel down the ski hill (and of course, all team members must make […]
March 25, 2016
Consolidate your snow equipment with Crossblades! This new “snowshoe system” allows you to walk and climb and then with the help of swivel plate bases, you can ski and glide. Choose from hard boot binding for ski boots or soft boot binding for hiking boots. The wide base and short length (only 89 cm) make […]
March 25, 2016
An innovative jacket. The folks at SubQ Designs created the ultimate backcountry jacket. The Jackson Avalanche Airbag Jacket consists of a waterproof shell, a lightweight athletic mesh harness, and a removable subpack for your ABS activation unit and backcountry tools. It’s low profile yet loaded with extra features such as an enlarged helmet compatible hood, […]
March 25, 2016
Coming April 2, 2016. A weekend getaway with ski- and board-lovin TrailblazerGirls in mind. Head to Silverton Mountain, the ski area best known for adventure, powder and steep terrain, for the annual Silverton Sisters’ Meeting in the Mountains. With an average total snowfall of over 400 inches advanced and expert only riding, Silverton is THE […]
March 24, 2016
Be green and clean! Planet is a small company based in beautiful British Columbia that makes some wonderful, environmentally friendly cleaning products. We tested their 2X Ultra Laundry Detergent, and we were bowled over by how well it worked. It’s very concentrated so just a little cleans a big load of dirty TrailblazerGirl laundry. Note […]
March 24, 2016
Seriously addictive! Rain City Crunch from our friends at Sisters Baking Company is the perfect TrailblazerGirl snack. It’s crunchy. It’s salty. It’s sweet. It’s nutty. It’s fruity. It’s gluten free. It’s absolutely delicious! Only high quality ingredients are used – all natural, no GMOs, no trans fats. These granola snacks come in a convenient, resealable […]
March 24, 2016
Coming March 27, 2016. Turn yourself into a multi-colored Easter egg at the Color Vibe 5K! Held at the Royal Windsor Racecourse, due east of London, this is a fun, un-timed event where you won’t have to worry about street traffic during the run. There will be 4 color stations throughout the 5K course, where […]
March 23, 2016
Looking for a healthy energy drink? We just tried Hiball Sparkling Energy Waters and Hiball Organic Energy Drinks, and we highly recommend them. Made with a propriety blend of guarana, ginseng, caffeine, and Vitamins B3, B5, B6, B12, these energy drinks provide you with a clean boost without any crash or jitteriness. Each 8.4 ounce […]
March 23, 2016
Celebrate the inaugural National Chia Day with our friends at Mamma Chia! Last year we introduced you to the line of chia-based products from Mamma Chia and shared with you all the wonderful health benefits of this little seed. Recall that it’s the richest plant-based source of Omega-3s and is loaded with lots of other good stuff […]
March 23, 2016
Coming March 26, 2016. Get your bunny ears and tail ready! It’s the Easter Beach Run at Daytona Beach! Starting right on the beach, choose either a 4-mile, 2-mile run, or a 2-mile health walk for this chip timed race. This year marks the 49th year of the oldest consecutive foot-race in Florida. After the […]
March 22, 2016
Coming March 25, 2016. An epic, high alpine journey! The Gore-Tex Grand Traverse is a grueling 40 miles with an elevation gain of 7,800 feet and a typical finishing time of 8 to 16 hours. What could be more dramatic than starting off at the stroke of midnight into the cold, dark route from Crested […]
March 22, 2016
Keep yourself toasty warm with this all-in-one! The Quick Clava from Seirus is a patented combo hat and balaclava. No need for a separate hat, face mask, and neck warmer with this handy item. Available in a variety of styles, they all come with a built-in fleece clava. If it’s not too cold out, just […]
March 22, 2016
Coming April 30, 2016. Ski with an Olympian? Yes, you can with the Chix on Stix Experience with Stacey Cook. Join this three-time Olympian (wow!) on her home turf at Mammoth Mountain in southern California for this weekend camp for 25 lucky ladies. Geared towards intermediate to advanced skiers, you’ll start out early on Saturday […]
March 21, 2016
Look no further, we have found your soon-to-be best-loved pair of capris! Those wonderful folks at AlignMed that introduced us to the Posture Shirt, AlignMe, and Gel-Lign Shoe Inserts, have yet another awesome product – the AlignMe Capri. As you’ve probably guessed, these capris have that extraordinary NeuroBand Technology incorporated on the inside of the […]
March 21, 2016
Remember the song, “Three is a Magic Number”, originally from the Schoolhouse Rock TV series? Okay, maybe we are dating ourselves, but three is definitely a magic number for Laiki Rice Crackers! Only three ingredients yet deliciously magic! These gluten-free, vegan, allergy-friendly snacks are made with either wholegrain red or black rice, oil and salt. […]
March 21, 2016
Coming April 10, 2016. Sun, sand, and malasadas! The Hapalua (half in Hawaiian) is known as Hawaii’s Half Marathon and takes place in the state’s capital of Honolulu. A scenic course starts you off at the famous Duke Kahanamoku statue, the iconic Waikiki statue of “The father of modern surfing”, then takes you through the […]
March 18, 2016
Fly like a bird…or more accurately, ride like a bird! The Bird of Prey is an unparalleled cycle in design and comfort. Rather than sitting upright, you are in a semi-prone position and that allows for several advantages. It’s more aerodynamic, making it the world’s fasted bicycle. You have a low center of gravity which […]
March 18, 2016
Voila, a taste of France! Our friends at Victoria’s Kitchen sent us some samples of their new line of European-inspired drinks. With a selection of four flavors, Original Almond Water, Coconut Almond Water, Organic Ginger Lemonade, and Organic Ginger/Peach Lemonade Tea, you have a unique beverage that has only 50 calories, no artificial ingredients or […]
March 18, 2016
Coming May 7, 2016. Get your tie-dye on! It’s the Hippie Chick Quarter and Half Marathon in Hillsboro, Oregon (just east of Portland). Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend at this all women’s event on flat, tree-line streets, and scenic views. Don your grooviest running gear, grab a mimosa or beer, and chow down at the Out […]
March 17, 2016
Want a little extra padding? Hold on, not that kind of padding that we are all trying to get rid of! The good kind of padding that makes our ride more comfortable. The folks at CitySeat have a wide array of bike seat covers from flowers to polka dots to the city streets of Manhattan. […]
March 17, 2016
Ride all over the world from the comfort of your home! With the Bkool Smart Pro, you’ve got a trainer and simulator that allows you to select from over 500,000 routes and hundreds of videos. This is no ordinary simulator, it simulates the weather conditions of the area that you’re riding and in 3D! Okay, […]
March 17, 2016
Coming June 4, 2016. Kick off the summer in the Central Rockies at the Eagle Outside Festival! Eagle is located at the western end of Colorado’s Vail Valley and is a gem of a location for all things outdoors. The Eagle Outside Festival is a weekend filled with MTB races, a Gran Fondo, 2 special […]