The Manta Resort, Tanzania
April 30, 2014
Ooooo…how cool is that?! Sleeping in a bedroom underwater…yes, UNDERwater…like a private floating hotel room! You can find this at The Manta Resort on the island of Pemba, off the coast of Tanzania. The Underwater Room has 3 levels: a lounge and bathroom at sea level; a deck up top allowing for basking in the […]
Bison Design Crescent Money Belt
April 30, 2014
A clever design for storing your money or even a key. The Crescent Money Belt by Bison Design comes in a plethora of patterns to match any outfit. This wide belt (1.5 inches) has a secret zippered compartment on the inside that is perfect for holding extra cash – either folding bills length-wise in thirds […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Dublin Half Marathon
April 30, 2014
Coming August 4, 2014. Head to the Emerald Isle for the second annual Rock ‘n’ Roll Dublin Half Marathon. This fun half marathon takes you through the Dublin City Center past famous landmarks including Ha’Penny bridge, Christ Church Cathedral, St. Audoen’s Church, and wait for it… the Guinness Brewery! About 10,000 runners are expected to […]
Sphyke C3N
April 29, 2014
An innovative lock for your bike. The C3N lock system by Sphyke eliminates the need to remove your front wheel or get a cable lock to loop through your front wheel to keep it secure. It works by replacing your bike’s existing nuts and bolts with ones that incorporate a tiny combination lock. You set […]
Bikerax
April 29, 2014
Tired of leaning your bike against the wall or worse, laying it on the floor to store it? The Bikerax out of Melbourne, Australia, is just the solution. Because of its contemporary design, this bike storage system can easily be mistaken for a stylish piece of furniture. Made out of sustainable material, it’s strong and […]
CycloFemme Global Women’s Cycling Day
April 29, 2014
Coming May 11, 2014. A fun Mother’s Day event to celebrate women on bikes. CycloFemme Global Women’s Cycling Day is an annual ride in various cities around the world. At the time of this writing, there are 214 rides registered in 41 states and 19 countries! These are fun, non-competitive rides, mostly through urban areas. […]
Winterlake Lodge, Alaska
April 28, 2014
Alaskan wilderness getaway. Take a small floatplane to the Winterlake Lodge, a remote, exclusive resort about an hour’s flight from Anchorage. Adventures abound with daily complementary activities designed especially for you. During the winter season from January through April, you can take advantage of their prime location on the Iditarod Trail and go on sled-dog […]
Skinnygirl Tasty Nutrition Bars
April 28, 2014
Who wouldn’t be intrigued by a company named Skinnygirl? Their yummy Tasty Nutrition Bars come in 3 delicious flavors: Banana Oatmeal Dark Chocolate (our favorite!), Dark Chocolate Multi-Grain Pretzel, and Chocolate Peanut Butter with Sea Salt. These little bars have 150-170 calories, 6-7 gram of protein, 5 grams of fiber, are gluten free and even […]
Amazing Earthfest, Kanab, Utah
April 28, 2014
Coming May 11, 2014. A festival that celebrates the wonders and beauty of the outdoors. Come to southern Utah to the Amazing Earthfest to experience 7-days of exercising your body, mind, and soul. There are guided hikes, outdoor yoga, ATV tours, mountain bike rides, nature films, art exhibitions, geology and ecology workshops, and much more. […]
Swiss RoomBox easyTech
April 25, 2014
What a clever invention! The Swiss RoomBox easyTech is a modular system that turns your car into the ultimate camping car! In less than 10 minutes and without tools, you can unfold this system in order to have a double bed, table, and optional modules like a shower, sink, and cook top. You can even […]
Rapha Women’s Base Layer
April 25, 2014
Chilly spring mornings necessitate a little extra. Our friends at Rapha have a winner with their long sleeve base layer. Designed especially for women (read slim cut and flattering), this is just what you need under your jersey or t-shirt to keep the cold out. Made out of New Zealand merino wool, it’s soft, comfortable, […]
Wild in Petoskey by Outdoor Book Club
April 25, 2014
Coming May 16, 2014. Love books, the great outdoors, and camping? Check out the Outdoor Book Club! They have some fantastic active trips and workshops for women combined with lively discussions about a particular book. One of the trips that caught our attention is Wild in Petoskey, Michigan. Highlights include a 3.3 mile hike on […]
Glow Bash! 5K
April 24, 2014
Various dates and locations in 2014. Like scavenger hunts? Like glow in the dark races? Well, combine the two and you get the Glow Bash! 5K! Teams of two or more attempt to solve 11 clues and get to a location to complete the solution. There will be some off-the-wall activities along the route to […]
Hot5 Fitness App
April 24, 2014
Limited time to exercise today? If you have 5 minutes, check out the Hot5 Fitness App. This free app has loads of videos in 5 different categories – Abs and Core, Butt and Legs, Cardio and Agility, Muscle and Strength, and Yoga and Fitness. It’s easy to use with a very user-friendly catalog of exercises […]
Run or Dye 5K
April 24, 2014
Various dates and locations in 2014. Get ready to have some colorful fun! The Run or Dye 5K is a blast of all the colors of the rainbow. You can run, walk, skip, dance, anything you like to move forward through the 5K course as you are showered with safe, eco-friendly, technicolor powdered dye. Wear […]
Rock Climbing Retreat by The Women’s Wilderness Institute
April 23, 2014
Coming May 16 and September 19, 2014. Join The Women’s Wilderness Institute for their 3-day Rock Climbing Retreat. Aimed at beginning and intermediate climbers, you’ll head to Vedauwoo, Wyoming, known to the Arapaho Indians as “Land of the Earthborn Spirit” and an excellent climbing area. The granite rock formations are ideal for learning crack and face […]
Phat Buddha Spring Bra
April 23, 2014
The all-important sports bra. Our friends at Phat Buddha have designed one that meets our needs. Their Spring Bra has all the essential features that we TrailblazerGirls look for – super comfortable fit, the right amount of support even during our most active workouts, and a stylish look. Comes in 3 colors, and we hope […]
Run Like a Mother 5K
April 23, 2014
May 11, 2014. Various locations throughout the country. Created and inspired by women, the Run Like a Mother 5K event is the perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day. A family friendly event, the kid’s will start off the day with a timed 1-mile race (how cute!), and then ladies, you’re on for the 5K race […]
Dominion Riverrock, Richmond, Virginia
April 22, 2014
Coming May 16, 2014. It’s the start of the outdoor festivals, and one of the highlights on the East Coast is Dominion Riverrock in Richmond, Virginia. Outdoor enthusiasts revel in 3 days of events, demos, and competitions in trail running, mountain biking, kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, bouldering, freestyle biking, and adventure racing. Free concerts, opportunities […]
Eco Vessel BOULDER Bottle
April 22, 2014
TrailblazerGirl loves dual purpose items, and the Eco Vessel BOULDER Bottle is a great example of this. It will keep your liquids hot OR cold. It’s triple insulated (yes, you read that correctly – triple!) to keep your liquids cold for up to 36 hours and hot for up to 8 hours. We tested this […]
Iconic Santorini, Greece
April 22, 2014
Opa! Iconic Santorini is a luxury hotel carved into the caldera rim on the beautiful island of Santorini. The Greek-inspired residential style rooms and suites have large windows in order to take advantage of the views of the stunning caldera and the azure blue waters of the Aegean Sea and some have an indoor pool or […]
Surfing and Lifestyle Immersion Retreat for Women by Northwest Women’s Surf Camps
April 21, 2014
Coming July 26, 2014. Our friends at Northwest Women’s Surf Camps alerted us to a fantastic retreat that’s sure to be a winner. Their Surfing and Lifestyle Immersion Retreat, held in the beach resort town of Seaside, Oregon, is a great way to relax, surf, and experience the Pacific Northwest with a small group of […]
Emjoi Micro-Pedi Nano
April 21, 2014
Get your feet in shape for sandals! Yes, those TrailblazerGirl feet have been hidden away in boots and covered shoes, but it’s time to take them out of hibernation and show them off. Our friends at Emjoi have the perfect tool to get your feet ready for flip flops, sandal, and barefoot running on the […]
Incan Adventure & Machu Picchu by WHOA Travel
April 21, 2014
Coming June 24, 2014. One of the wonders of the world! Join WHOA Travel for their Incan Adventure and Machu Picchu trip this summer. This boutique high adventure travel company for women by women has planned an active, trek to some amazing locations in Peru. Highlights include walking the 4-day Salcantay trek to Machu Picchu, a […]