October 22, 2014
A good sports bra is just one of those basic needs in your TrailblazerGirl wardrobe. Le Mystere knows that and designed the Energie Sport Bra. With actual sizing (none of that small, medium, etc., generic sizing), you have a perfect fit by selecting your band size (32 through 40) AND cup size (B through G). […]
October 22, 2014
Coming November 2, 2014. Mud…obstacles…fun! The Merrell Down and Dirty Obstacle Race is offering one more event in 2014. Head to Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in central California for a 3 or 6 mile course with more than 20 challenging obstacles like the Terrible Tires, Colossus Climb, Heavy Hoist, and Slippery Mountain. Because of […]
October 21, 2014
TrailblazerGirl racers need this helmet! POC designed the Orbic Comp Julia with a special patent pending panel in the front of the helmet to decrease the impact that your head will experience when hit by gates in slalom skiing or in a fall. Studies show that the transmitted energy from hitting gates is decreased by […]
October 21, 2014
Light conditions change…do your goggles? They will if you have Bollé Gravity Goggles! Choose one of the styles with a Modulator lens to have a “state-of-the-art, high contrast, light reactive lens that changes lens tint density with the changing light conditions. The more UV light exposed to the lens, the darker the lens will become.” […]
October 21, 2014
Coming January 5 and February 23, 2015. Ski instruction in a world class resort. Ski With Kim’s Vail Women’s Ski Adventures is aimed at intermediate to advanced level skiers and includes a welcome reception, 4 day lift tickets, 4 Lunches, 4 day clinic video review, apres ski parties, product demos, a Host Shop, and gift […]
October 20, 2014
Life happens all around you, and 360Fly will help you capture this. Shaped like a globe, the single lens in the 360Fly takes panoramic video – 360° horizontal x 240° vertical. It’s waterproof for up to 5 meters, so you can mount it on your surfboard, SUP, bike, helmet or simply place it on a tripod […]
October 20, 2014
TrailblazerGirl deal alert! Our friends at Two-Wheeling Women Tours are offering a special 10% discount on all tours just for TrailblazerGirl readers! Simply enter trailblazergirl to the question “How did you learn about Two Wheeling Women?” when you register. This is a special code just for TrailblazerGirl readers, so take advantage of it while you can.
October 20, 2014
How do you know when it ‘s time to replace your running shoes? Simple enough, check the soles, but actually, your shoes may need to be replace BEFORE they show wear and tear in the soles. Enter mino, the shoe life tracker, to help you solve that question. Generally, shoe manufacturers recommend replacing your shoes […]
October 20, 2014
Coming October 26, 2014. Gorgeous fall colors, waterfalls, and amazing vistas. That’s what you’ll see during the Columbia Gorge Marathon! The course follows Oregon’s historic Columbia River Highway, the first planned scenic roadway in the United States and listed as a National Historic Landmark. This is the perfect time of year to enjoy the marathon […]
October 17, 2014
Need a little boost on your morning commute? Available at the end of this year, the Copenhagen Wheel converts your regular bike into a smart, electric hybrid bike. Developed at MIT in conjunction with the city of Copenhagen, this wireless wheel replaces your back wheel with a wheel that has a self-contained motor, batteries, and […]
October 17, 2014
A boot (or trunk) for the urban cyclist. A Buca Boot, that is! The soon-to-be-released invention mounts on the back of your bike and looks like a storage container. When the doors are closed and locked, everything stays dry and secure inside, and the special hinge mechanism that runs through the width of the boot […]
October 17, 2014
Coming February 22, 2015. Sample warm sunshine and open roads in the dead of winter. TrailblazerGirl cyclists will enjoy the Florida – Gulf Coast Biking and Beaches Tour by Two-Wheeling Women, a boutique, all-women’s cycling tour group. With a maximum of 12 ladies and 2 guides on the tour, you’ll have plenty of individual attention […]
October 16, 2014
The Caribbean’s first long distance walking trail. Explore Dominica’s Waitukubuli National Trail, a 115-mile grand tour of this 750 square kilometer island in the Lesser Antilles region of the Caribbean Sea. It’s divided into 14 segments ranging in length from a little under 4 miles to 9 miles, and depending on the difficulty level (easy […]
October 16, 2014
Natural skincare products with island-inspired scents. Our friends at SheaMoisture treated us to two products in their Coconut and Hibiscus collection – Body Butter and Shave Butter Creme. We are hooked! The Body Butter is super thick and is absorbed quickly leaving your skin soft and silky smooth without any greasiness. The coconut oil nourishes […]
October 16, 2014
Howdy partner! Head to the Cowboy State for a stay at the Triangle X Ranch, the National Park System’s only dude ranch. Located in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, an all-inclusive holiday at the ranch includes lodging in one of their 20 rustic log cabins, hearty ranch cuisine, western style cookouts, horseback riding, and all […]
October 15, 2014
A great way to give back. The Charity Miles app is free and compatible with both Android and iOS phones. Having engaged various corporate sponsors, there is a pool of $1 million that they will donate based on the number of miles you bike, walk or run (bikers earn 10 cents per mile; walkers and […]
October 15, 2014
A cute little bundle that is so very useful! The Matador Pocket Blanket is just the thing for TrailblazerGirls to have in their backpacks when out hiking or at the beach or out for a ride (you get the idea, anytime!). When it’s folded up, it’s only 3 inches by 4 inches, but it opens […]
October 15, 2014
Get away from it all and stay in an alpine backcountry lodge. Skoki Lodge, elevation 7,100 feet, is only accessible by hiking or skiing an 11km trail through beautiful Banff National Park. Choose from accommodations in the main lodge or one of the three log cabins. Note that there is no electricity or running water, though […]
October 14, 2014
Fore! Now you can ride your bike to the golf course with the Wike Golf Cart Bicycle Trailer. This quality aluminum trailer, built in Canada, is ultra-lightweight at 14 pounds, has 16″ wheels, and a bike hitch for your seat post. Once at the course, detach it from your bike and use it to walk […]
October 14, 2014
Sorry to say TrailblazerGirls, but we are all getting older. But don’t fret (you’ll make more worry lines!), because our friends at Kiehl’s have a solution. Their special skincare chemists developed Hydro-Plumping Re-Texturizing Serum Concentrate to help correct your dull, tired-looking skin. Apparently, as we get older, we experience “Age-Related Dehydration” that is caused by […]
October 14, 2014
Coming November 9, 2014. La Dolce Vita! TrailblazerGirl cyclists should check out the inaugural FemmeFondo, one of the four rides of the Giro Della Costa Centrale. This 50 mile, women-only ride is an intermediate to advanced level timed cycling event. Ride through the rolling hills of California’s Central Coast area with views of the Pacific […]
October 10, 2014
Hanging in the trees! That’s what you can do on your next camping trip! The Tentsile Stingray is a tent (yes, a tent!) that you hang in the trees and is big enough to sleep 3 people. This 13′ x 13′ x 13′ tent is suspended from 3 trees with special ratchet straps and can […]
October 10, 2014
Need new running clothes? What a silly question, of course you do! We are thrilled to tell you about a competition by our friends at Iffley Road, called Runner in Need. This is a fantastic company out of the UK that produces quality running gear – clean lines, high performance fabric, well-fitting, comfortable – everything […]
October 10, 2014
Coming October 11, 2014. In honor of our friends to the north, we’re featuring the Okanagan Marathon this Thanksgiving weekend! Yes, it’s Thanksgiving weekend for our Canadian TrailblazerGirls! Did you know that the very first Thanksgiving celebration in North America happened in Canada in 1578? It occurs every second Monday in October and celebrates the […]