October 29, 2014
Protect your gear. The Series 3 Sportube is a hard plastic shell that can hold an incredible amount of snow gear – 2 snowboards with boots and bindings or 1 snowboard and 1 pair of skis or 3 pairs of skis and poles or 2 adult and 2 children’s skis. A versatile case, it can […]
October 29, 2014
Coming January 21, 2015. Lady-riders, it’s time to plan to hit the slopes! And what better place than Jackson Hole, known for its steep terrain and over 4,100 vertical feet of skiing, the greatest continuous rise in the U.S. Their 4-day Women’s Snowboard Camp is tailored for all ability levels and is very well structured […]
October 28, 2014
Coming October 30, 2014. “Throw me somethin’ monster!” is what you’re supposed to yell during the Krewe of BOO! Similar to the famous Mardi Gras Parade, the Krewe of BOO! celebrates Halloween with elaborately decorated floats, marching bands, costumed revelers, and locally made “throws” like Aunt Sally’s Pralinettes, Handmade Candy Corn necklaces, Voodoo Doll pins […]
October 28, 2014
A new kind of backpack! Right off the bat, you can see that the OFFPISTE UltraPack 7+3 is different. It’s triangular shape is unique, and what even more unique is that it’s designed to be able to remove, turn, and open the pack easily without taking it off. This versatile pack can be worn on […]
October 28, 2014
Here’s your outdoor stairmaster! A visit to the Lighthouse at Point Reyes National Seashore will afford you sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and the gorgeous California coastline. The staircase that leads to the lighthouse, active from 1870 to 1975, is the equivalent of the number of stairs in a 30 story building. The lighthouse […]
October 27, 2014
Cool weather calls for a change in clothing, and 2XU has you covered. Their G:2 Micro Thermal Top is the piece to grab when the temperature starts to drop. Well-thought-out features include extra long sleeves with thumb holes for warm, several well-placed reflective strips to keep you visible, a high neck that can be zipped […]
October 27, 2014
Yum, yum! That’s what TrailblazerGirl declares about Nana Joes Granola Blends and Bars! We especially like their Swell Bar with coconut, almonds, and cocoa nibs. This low carb, high fat bar was just what we needed on a particularly strenuous hike through Point Reyes recently. It gave us plenty of happy energy to get us […]
October 27, 2014
Open now through November 9, 2014. No Halloween would be complete without a corn maze! Check out Treinen Farm’s The Owl of Athena Corn Maze. This massive 15 acre maze is Wisconsin’s largest, and you’ll have miles of paths to get lost in. You’ll be given a map with only a portion of the maze, […]
October 24, 2014
Think combination hoverboard, surfboard, snowboard, and skateboard on the road, and you’ll be approaching what Onewheel feels like. Debuting in the next several months, Onewheel is the “world’s first one-wheeled, self-balancing, electric skateboard”. This fun, supposedly easy-to-learn ride has a top speed of 12mph and a range of 4 to 6 miles with a rechargeable […]
October 24, 2014
What a great product! The LuminAID Solar Light is compact (about the size of your cellphone) and solar-powered. Simply inflate the pillow surrounding the light, and you have a diffused light source that can float or hang from your backpack, tent, or tree. It has a low setting and a high setting and lasts up […]
October 24, 2014
Nature-loving TrailblazerGirls will swoon over Lake Quinault Lodge. Built in 1926, this rustic wilderness lodge designed by Robert Reamer, the architect responsible for the Old Faithful Inn in Yellowstone National Park, is set on a tranquil lake in Olympic National Park and Forest in western Washington. Loads of outdoor trails surround the lodge, and during the […]
October 23, 2014
OK, you may look a little scary with this on, but it’s actually a very innovative tool for taking athletes to the next level. The Training Mask 2.0 is an air tight silicone piece that covers your nose and mouth and is held on with a comfortable neoprene strap. There are 3 “resistance caps” that […]
October 23, 2014
Definitely a different kind of “phone case”. The Gel Guards for iPhone by our friends at exofab is actually an ingenious set of gel stickers that protect your phone from scratches and absorbs the impact from a drop. The package come complete with front and back guards, 2 sets of side guards in 2 different […]
October 23, 2014
Coming October 31, 2014. A spooky Halloween night in the home of Jack the Ripper! The Halloween Hike by the same folks that brought us Halloween Moonride, is a 13 mile loop through London starting out at the witching hour (midnight, of course!). The route will be clearly marked, and there will be zombie guides […]
October 22, 2014
Delicious! Detour’s newest flavor is their best yet! You remember we told you about the Detour SMART Whole Grain Oatmeal Bars a while back. Just like the fruit-flavored bars, the Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars are gluten free, high in fiber, and made with organic whole grain oats. They have 11g of protein, 3g of fiber, […]
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 […]