August 13, 2014
Coming October 9, 2014. Calling all cowgirls for a fun long weekend! Our friends at the Triple Creek Ranch describe this adventure as an… “all-women’s ride for ‘chicks’ only. While traveling companions are welcome to the many exciting activities and luxurious accommodations Triple Creek Ranch has to offer; cowgirls will venture into deep canyons, over […]
August 12, 2014
Coming November 16, 2014. A beautiful setting for the Big Sur Half Marathon. The route travels along the California coast, past Historic Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, through the quaint downtown of Pacific Grove, with the turnaround point located at the edge of the Links at Spanish Bay, home to many famous golf […]
August 12, 2014
Coming November 6, 2014. A magical Thai adventure! The experienced people at Wild Women Expeditions created the Northern Thailand Elephants, Golden Temples and Jungle Trek Adventure to share with you the culture and beautiful landscape of this Southeast Asian kingdom. This is a 12 day trip packed with activities including rafting down the Pai River, […]
August 11, 2014
Sleeping in the trees! With the Clark NX-250 Jungle Hammock, you’ll have a happy, comfortable slumber. This compact little bundle (only 3 pounds 12 ounces) has plenty of well-thought-out features including 6 large pockets located under the hammock bed that hold your gear as well as provide pockets of air to insulate your body against […]
August 11, 2014
Charge your phone with fire! Well, not exactly, you also need FlameStower, a revolutionary charger. Fill the reservoir with water, place the blade in a direct flame, and the heat from the fire converts into electricity. Plug in your electronic device and within a few hours, it’s charged. Weighing only 10 oz, this compact little […]
August 11, 2014
Coming September 15, 2014. Discover a hidden paradise along the Turkish Riviera. Join WalkingWomen for their week-long Turkish Coast Walking and Sailing tour. Your room and board is on a luxury 27m traditional wooden yacht with a private en-suite bathroom in every cabin. You’ll walk along remote paths, many of which can only be accessed […]
August 8, 2014
A unique way to camp out in the wild. The GrandLodge is the luxury version of the spherical-shaped, inflatable products offered by CasaBubble and consists of a half opaque pod connected to a completely transparent one. The bubbles are inflated and maintained with a silent air turbine which also circulates fresh air through the bubble. […]
August 8, 2014
Just the right top for your next triathlon or training session. Our friends at MooMotion really know their stuff! The new Hudson Tri Jersey has a flattering, fitted cut with mesh accents tastefully placed for that much needed ventilation during your toughest workouts. Moisture wicking and quick drying fabric along with back pockets and a […]
August 8, 2014
Coming various dates and locations throughout North Carolina. Three women’s only triathlons in the Tar Heel State. Offered in Winston-Salem, Charlotte (Huntersville), and Chapel Hill, the overwhelming theme expressed by past participants is that this is an extremely supportive and encouraging environment. The course is a 225-250 yard swim, an 8-9 mile bike, and a […]
August 7, 2014
Coming October 5, 2014. The largest hot air balloon festival in the world and more! Our friends at Canyon Calling, Adventures for Women have a 5-day trip called Balloons Over New Mexico. You’ll attend the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, a unique event featuring over 600 hot air balloons from around the world, both at night with […]
August 7, 2014
Coming September 28, 2014. Travel back in time to ancient Greece with Eurynome Journeys’ WanderWoman’s Greek Muse Tour. Limited to only 8-12 ladies, you’ll explore the islands of Lesvos and Hydra, learn Greek dancing and traditional Greek cooking, tour the archaeological sites of the Peloponnese, hike through quaint villages, and more. Price includes 9 nights […]
August 6, 2014
Custom designed and custom fit boots to meet your cycling, and inline, quad, long, and short track skating needs! Bont, a company out of Sydney, Australia, has been making speed skates by hand since 1975. Their Mybonts Customized Boots give you the opportunity to choose from 10 different styles of boot and to design the […]
August 6, 2014
Pretty AND functional! The Green Apple Double Strap Support Bra has a cute style with its contrasting binding, mesh insert scoop neckline, and interesting back strap design. This bra is super soft and comfortable and provides excellent support even during our most strenuous TrailblazerGirl activities. We also like how our friends at Green Apple are […]
August 6, 2014
Coming September 27, 2014. The largest and most important inline skating race in the world. The Berlin Inline Skating Marathon is held the same weekend as the popular Berlin Marathon. The course is a 42.2K loop starting and finishing near Brandenburg Gate through the city streets that are closed to car traffic. After the race, […]
August 5, 2014
A teardrop trailer to meet your needs. The Moby1 XTR is a rugged trailer with excellent adjustable shocks and coil spring suspension to make even off-road travel a possibility. Each unit is custom made with a 54″ wide base model – big enough for a queen size mattress – and has built-in storage cabinets. Optional […]
August 5, 2014
Cook your dinner and charge your phone! The soon-to-be-available PowerPot X is the latest from the folks at Power Practical. This lightweight stove converts heat into up to 10 Watts of electrical power. It comes with a standard USB port, can charge up to two devices at the same time, and with its power-meter, you […]
August 5, 2014
A TrailblazerGirl’s dream getaway! The Chobe Game Lodge in northern Botswana is an all-inclusive, five star, luxury property. Located in Botswana’s first national park with one of the largest concentrations of game in Africa, you are almost guaranteed to see elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, impalas, giraffes, and even the endangered wild dog. Choose from three safari activities […]
August 4, 2014
No pockets…no worries! Get the Left Coast Sister from our friends at hipS-sister. It’s essentially a stretchy waistband with pockets – genius way to carry your phone, ID, money! The band is about 5″ wide and has three pockets, two zippered and one top loading, that are just the right size to hold what you […]
August 4, 2014
Let’s hear it for flower power! Our friends at Kiehl’s introduced us to their latest creation in their fabulous line of skincare products. Calendula Deep Cleansing Foaming Face Wash is a soap-free cleanser that gently removes all the grime that your TrailblazerGirl activities generate. Calendula oil is extracted from the marigold flower and has soothing […]
August 4, 2014
Coming August 23, 2014. A challenging trail run amidst breathtaking scenery. The Matterhorn Ultraks Trail Races offers 4 different opportunities, 16K, 30K, 46K, and 2VK (a double vertical kilometer), to run in the shadows of Switzerland’s iconic mountain. All races are loop courses (except the 2VK) that start at the picturesque village of Zermatt and travel […]
August 1, 2014
A radical new way to take photographs. The soon-to-be-released Panono Camera is a ball that is slightly bigger than a softball, weighs 0.66 pounds, and is equipped with 36 tiny cameras distributed around the ball. Toss it in the air, and it senses when its at its highest point and simultaneously shoots all 36 cameras […]
August 1, 2014
Discover “hidden” Venice with a local. Venice Free Walking Tour is organized by a nonprofit group that wants to share the history, culture, and special stories of Venice. In about 2 hours, you’ll cover roughly 2 miles at a leisurely pace and learn stories about Venice that you won’t find in your typical guidebook. With […]
August 1, 2014
Did you know there are mummies in St Mark’s Square? We all recognize St Mark’s Basilica and the famous Palazzo Ducale (Doge’s Palace), but the other main buildings that surround St Mark’s Square house the more secretive Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale (National Archeological Museum) and Biblioteca Marciana (National Library of St Mark’s), and they […]
July 31, 2014
Coming September 12, 2014. Only 2.5 miles…but with a 1K ascent in a distance of 5K! Yes, that’s the Lone Peak Vertical Kilometer, one of the races in The Rut Mountain Runs. Held at Big Sky Resort in Montana, this incredibly challenging race will have you starting at base camp with an elevation of 7,886 […]