N.Bidlake All-rounder Trouser

May 12, 2014

What a suitably named pair of trousers! The All-rounder Trouser by our friends at N.Bidlake is stylish, durable, functional, and should be the newest piece of essential gear for all TrailblazerGirls. After an initial washing, they dried amazingly quickly with no wrinkles, due to the wool, polyester, spandex blend of the fabric. The slim cut […]

UNESCO World Heritage App

May 12, 2014

Travel the world on your iPhone, iPad…with the help of the UNESCO World Heritage App by Aimer Media. This official guide lists all the World Heritage sites and is updated yearly. Various search options include alphabetically, by year of inscription, by classification (e.g. Cultural, Natural or Mixed), by proximity to your current location, and by […]

Alila Jabal Akhdar, Oman

May 12, 2014

A new luxury resort in the midst of stunning, rugged beauty. Alila Jabal Akhdar overlooks a dramatic gorge with views of the Al Hajar mountains of Oman on the southeast coast of the Arabian Peninsula. The design of this resort is inspired by the ancient forts of the area, and traditional Omani constructions techniques and […]

SeatKase

May 9, 2014

On the road? Rest your weary feet. Better than a suitcase, it’s SeatKase. That bag you’ve packed your essentials in is also, with it’s spring-loaded locking wheels, a handy and stable place to sit. Imagine the envy from everyone waiting in line when you sit down and relax on your SeatKase. But wait…there’s more! The seat […]

Aquabotix HydroView Sport

May 9, 2014

Explore underwater without getting wet! The Aquabotix HydroView Sport is a cool underwater device that shoots video and still photos. See up to 75 feet below the surface through live video, take beautiful underwater photos, upload the recorded images to your computer, and maneuver the HydroView from your iPad, Mac or PC via a free […]

Necker Island

May 9, 2014

You deserve a little (well, maybe not so little!) splurge once in a while! Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s private island, is available for you and 29 of your closest friends to rent. This breathtaking 74 acre island in the British Virgin Islands has a plethora of activities to choose from including 2 tennis courts, […]

Mitscoots Socks

May 8, 2014

An inspiring company whose mission is to get + give + employ. Mitscoots donates one pair of socks for every pair sold. These are moisture wicking tech socks with padded heels and toes, arch support, and are just what a TrailblazerGirl needs on her adventures. So not only are they quality socks made in America, […]

LumiGram Luminous Safety Vest

May 8, 2014

Double visibility at night with the Luminous Safety Vest by LumiGram. This French company designs and produces clothing and textiles using a patented luminous fabric that contains ultra-thin optical fibers, directly woven with synthetic fibers. The Luminous Safety Vest has reflective tape as well as the special luminous fabric that is powered by 3 AAA batteries. […]

The Nation’s Triathlon

May 8, 2014

Coming September 7, 2014. Touted as America’s Premier Triathlon, The Nation’s Triathlon is certainly a postcard-perfect race, and it benefits The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The 40K bike and 10K run routes are mostly flat, very fast, and closed to all car traffic. See many of Washington, DC’s historical landmarks along the way – Jefferson […]

Pure Fix Cycles Kenda Colored Tire

May 7, 2014

Add a little color to your life. Pure Fix Cycles has loads of bikes, bike parts, and gear for the TrailblazerGirl cyclist. Check out their Kenda Colored Tires. Available in size 28X700C with reinforced sidewalls, these tires are a moderate thickness and just right for the urban rider. Available in red, purple, blue, yellow, green, […]

Showers Pass VelEau 42

May 7, 2014

Safe, easy hydration while biking. The Showers Pass VelEau 42 is a hydration system that does away with reaching for your water bottle or carrying around a heavy backpack-style hydration pack. The VelEau holds 42 ounces of water in a reservoir secured under the saddle and a special hydration tube runs the length of the bike […]

Prague City Bike Tour

May 7, 2014

Maximize your time in Prague with a Prague City Bike Tour! They offer 2 guided tours – the City Ride and the Castle Ride. Both are about 2.5 hours long at a nice comfortable pace and hit all the popular sites you’ll want to see – Old Town Square, the historic Jewish Quarter, Prague Castle, parks […]

Radical Design Cyclone IV Trekking

May 6, 2014

For those long-distance cycling trips, Radical Design’s Cyclone IV Trekking is just the cargo trailer for you. This award winning trailer has a number of great features. It quickly and securely attaches to your bike, can easily be converted to a hand trolley, and by removing the tow bar and wheels, you can attach a […]

illumiNITE Tahoe Performance Jacket

May 6, 2014

Be safe and seen at night. Our friends at illumiNITE have a fantastic jacket for you TrailblazerGirls called the Tahoe that is the epitome of this mantra. The special feature of this jacket is the fabric which has reflective beads so that when a car’s headlights shine on you, the light will be reflected, making […]

Hadrian’s Cycleway

May 6, 2014

Ride alongside history and a World Heritage Site all in one! Hadrian’s Cycleway follows the length of Hadrian’s Wall in northern England. Signed as National Route 72, it’s mostly country lanes and quiet roads along the 174 mile trail. Riding straight through, it can be completed in about 3 days, but there’s so much to […]

Red Kite Tree Tent, UK

May 5, 2014

What is that giant ball hanging in the trees?! It’s the Red Kit Tree Tent in Wales, United Kingdom! This spherical tent, about 10 feet in diameter, is suspended with minimal impact to the trees and has an outdoor raised platform with seating area and bathroom facilities, complete with hot shower, sink, and flush toilet. […]

RaceDots

May 5, 2014

No more pinholes!  The soon-to-be-available RaceDots are an innovative product to attach your race number on your jersey without using safety pins. The patent-pending design uses 2 rare earth magnets that interlock – place one under your shirt then the other on top of your number. You can even slide them around to move your […]

S-cape Travel’s Piedmont – Barolo Wine Walking Group Trip

May 5, 2014

Coming September 10, 2014. Andiamo! Join S-cape Travel’s Piedmont – Barolo Wine Walking Group Trip. This 7-day journey through the Piedmont area of northern Italy is filled with delicious local discoveries, regional wine, and 3-6 hours of walking the glorious countryside of the Langhe region between the Alps and the Apennine Mountains. This women’s only […]

Eager Beaver Surf Co. Workshops

May 2, 2014

Coming June 15, June 29, July 13, and July 27, 2014. DIY enthusiast? Love SUP or surfing? Combine the two by heading to Eager Beaver Surf Co. in Bend, Oregon for their board building workshop. By the end of the 7-day workshop, you will have your very own handcrafted, hollow core wooden surfboard or standup […]

Pack a Hat from Cappelli Straworld

May 2, 2014

You need a big, floppy hat for this summer! Not just any floppy hat, but the Pack a Hat from Cappelli Straworld! It’s a fun, wide-brimmed hat that comes in a striped wristlet bag. There’s plenty of room in the bag to hold your hat and other essentials like sunscreen, sunglasses, phone and wallet for […]

Chincoteague Annual Pony Swim

May 2, 2014

Coming July 30, 2014. For an event that’s a little out of the ordinary, check out the Chincoteague Annual Pony Swim. About 150 wild Chinocotegue Ponies (AKA Assateague Horses) and their foals are rounded up by “Saltwater Cowboys” to swim across the Assateague Channel to Chincoteague Island, off the coast of Maryland and Virginia. After a […]

Escape Haven’s Surf Camp & Health Retreat in Byron Bay, NSW Australia

May 1, 2014

Various dates in 2014. Interested in a surf and yoga retreat but don’t want to “rough it”? Try Escape Haven’s Surf Camp & Health Retreat held in Byron Bay, close to the easternmost point of mainland Australia. With an intimate group of only 8 women, you’ll enjoy a luxury beachfront villa, complete with its own […]

Mission Essentials “Fight Back 2” Bug Stick

May 1, 2014

Yippee! Our friends at Mission Essentials alerted us to a new format for their insect repellent. You know that we love their Fight Back 2 spray. Well, now they have the same great formula in a stick format! No more worrying about whether you have enough space in your 1 quart ziplock bag, because this […]

Nihiwatu, Sumba, Indonesia

May 1, 2014

Exclusive responsible luxury. Nihiwatu is a slice of paradise on the island of Sumba in eastern Indonesia. The 12 private villas, hand-built by local craftsmen using materials indigenous to Indonesia, have panoramic views of the azure Indian Ocean and private pools. Activities include world class surfing, snorkeling, fishing, scuba diving, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, and […]