Editor’s Top Finds of 2014: Escaping the Cold Weather!
January 5, 2015
Happy New Year! We TrailblazerGirls love being outdoors, but this cold weather has us dreaming of a nice, warm day in the sun. The TrailblazerGirl team wants to share their top 3 picks from the 2014 reviews for ways to escape the cold weather. First off, treat yourself to a movie star’s private island and […]
Happy Holidays!
December 16, 2014
From all of us here at TrailblazerGirl, we want to wish you and yours a very happy 2014 holiday season. Look for us to return in the new year with a ton of new and incredible gear, getaways and events to make 2015 your best ever for outdoor adventures. And now, we too are heading […]
Top Outdoor Events of 2014
December 15, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Events category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the outdoor festival called the Amazing Earthfest in Kanab, Utah, held in May. […]
Top Getaways of 2014
December 12, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Getaway category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the interestingly different,The Manta Resort, Tanzania. Rounding out the top-3 were the “pier-to-pier” […]
Top Urban Gear of 2014
December 11, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Urban category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the super-practical, Flanabags’ AirQuart Travel Bag. Rounding out the top-3 were the hand […]
Top Skin Care Products of 2014
December 10, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Skin category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the time-saving, Lulu Organics Hair Powder. Rounding out the top-3 were the personal […]
Top Snow Gear of 2014
December 9, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Snow category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… Marquette Backcountry Ski, a hybrid ski-snowshoe. Rounding out the top-3 were VestPac Waterproof […]
Top Running Gear of 2014
December 8, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Run category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…the high tech treadmill that simulates walking on the moon, AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill. Rounding […]
Top Camp of 2014
December 5, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Camp category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Swiss RoomBox easyTech, a convenient contraption that turns your car into the […]
Top Beach of 2014
December 4, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Beach category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…the unique watercraft, Inventist’s AquaSkipper. Rounding out the top-3 were the new video camera/still […]
Top Bike of 2014
December 3, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Bike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…Buca Boot, a cool boot (or trunk) for the urban cyclist. Rounding out the […]
Top Hike of 2014
December 2, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Hike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…Fitletic Quench Retractable Hydration Belt, the ultimate utility belt for hikers. Rounding out the […]
Top Wear of 2014
December 1, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Wear category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Slot Flop Sandals, a clever flip flop that keeps your valuables safely […]
Happy Thanksgiving!
November 26, 2014
We want to wish everyone a very, very happy Thanksgiving. Thank you also for helping our TrailblazerGirl site become such a success. And to our friends in Canada who celebrated their Thanksgiving in October, and to our friends in the UK and Japan and The Netherlands and all over the world who have had or […]
Father Joe’s Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K Run, San Diego, CA
November 26, 2014
Coming November 27, 2014. Gobble, gobble! It’s almost Turkey Day so consider a fun 5K run to help burn off calories from the anticipated overeating! The Father Joe’s Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K Run in sunny San Diego, California starts and finishes at Balboa Park and has been very popular with more than 10K participants in […]
W&S Thanksgiving Day Race, Cincinnati, OH
November 26, 2014
Coming November 27, 2014. The oldest road race in the Midwest and at 105 years old, the third oldest in the nation. Get your family together and enter the W&S Thanksgiving Day Race in Cincinnati, Ohio. With an average starting temperature of 50 degrees, you’ll have ideal weather for this 10K run (or walk) through […]
Kiehl’s Limited Edition Whipped Body Butter
November 25, 2014
The gift that gives back! We are always happy to share with you the fabulous products from Kiehl’s, and their Whipped Body Butter is no exception. It’s part of a limited edition collection with a special winter design from beloved American artist, Norman Rockwell, and best of all, 100% of the net profits from this […]
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. […]
Juice Beauty GREEN APPLE Peel Nightly Brightening Pads
November 24, 2014
Bye, bye spots and tired skin! With outdoor activities and age (ugh!), our skin sometimes needs a boost…Juice Beauty to the rescue with their GREEN APPLE Peel Nightly Brightening Pads! Super convenient, eco-friendly bamboo pads contain special organic ingredients to help reduce fine lines, dark spots, and wrinkles as well as gently exfoliate and hydrate. […]
Koss FitClips and FitBuds
November 24, 2014
TrailblazerGirls, these are the headphones for you! The Fit Series by our friends at Koss are designed for women by women. Available in 2 models – FitClips, soft flexible clips that rest comfortably around your ears and FitBuds, the more traditional in-ear buds. We found both models to have superb sound quality, long-term comfort, and […]
Devil’s Slide Coast, California
November 24, 2014
Awe-inspiring scenery along the California Coast. Opened earlier this year, the Devil’s Slide Coast is a network of 8,900 acres from Pacifica to Half Moon Bay that offers a range of outdoor activities. There are 47 miles of hiking trails that cover the gamut from challenging treks to breezy boardwalk strolls. You can also enjoy […]
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 […]