LEKI Micro Vario Ladies Carbon
February 28, 2014
Last year we featured the titanium Micro Vario by our friends at LEKI’s, and we thought that it was a perfect piece of gear for exploring. But they’ve just come out with a new women’s trekking pole – the Micro Vario Ladies Carbon, and it’s even better! It has the same great features – compact, strong, […]
Projects with Wilderness Volunteers
February 28, 2014
Various dates and locations in 2014. If you love the outdoors and love to volunteer, then you need to check out the projects that Wilderness Volunteers has to offer. This is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making a difference in our National Parks, Seashores, Forests, and other wilderness areas throughout the United States. Projects are […]
Sacred hARTS Ocean Escape Yoga Retreat
February 27, 2014
Coming April 25, 2014. Looking for a relaxing weekend away but at a reasonable price? Lisa Hecke was kind enough to alert us to a Yoga Retreat in Rocky Point, Mexico that she teaches through her company, Sacred hARTS. Stay in a beachfront condo with beautiful views of the Sea of Cortes. Spend your mornings […]
SOLOW SPORT Eclon Warm-Up Jacket
February 27, 2014
We can’t decide whether to wear this jacket to workout or to saunter around downtown. Why choose?! Our friends at SOLOW SPORT designed their collection to be versatile – as they say, “function meet fashion”! We love their Eclon Warm-Up Jacket with winning details like quilting on the arms, yolk, hood, and pocket openings. It […]
3rd Annual Irish Road Bowling, Lawrence, Kansas
February 27, 2014
Coming March 2, 2014. Looking for something unique to do this weekend? Check out the 3rd Annual Irish Road Bowling event in Lawrence, Kansas. What is Irish road bowling, you may ask? Irish road bowling, AKA bullets or long bullets, is a sport that originated in Ireland where you toss an iron and steel ball […]
180s Bluetooth HD Ear Warmers
February 26, 2014
A “sound” purchase this winter! Keep your ears warm and toasty AND listen to music or answer calls with the Bluetooth HD Ear Warmers by 180s. The patented behind-the-head design along with the soft fuzzy fleece interior is comfortable and surprisingly does not interfere with the sound quality of the hi-def speakers. On a full […]
Coobie Seamless Sport Bra
February 26, 2014
You have to try this new sports bra! The Seamless Sport Bra by our friends at Coobie is ultra soft and super comfortable. It comes in a racer back style which is so convenient for many workout tops, and it even has adjustable straps that are thin but provide adequate support for low and medium […]
ION Luxury Adventure Hotel, Iceland
February 26, 2014
A design and sustainability award winning resort in the land of fire and ice. The ION Luxury Adventure Hotel, in southwest Iceland, is an ideal location to view the Northern Lights. Near Þingvellir National Park, the only UNESCO cultural world heritage site in Iceland, you’ll be surrounded by stunning natural beauty with plenty of outdoor […]
Active Accessories’ On-The-Go Accessory Pouch
February 25, 2014
Such a handy little pouch! We are always digging around in our backpack or gym bag for our bits and bobs like phone, id, change, lip balm, and jewelry. Active Accessories’ On-The-Go Accessory Pouch easily solves that problem. Made out of water resistant, durable fabric, there are 2 pockets and a handy snap button holder […]
Philip Kingsley Daily Damage Defence
February 25, 2014
Just what the hair doctor ordered! This TrailblazerGirl has found her hair to be taking a beating this winter, and we’ve discovered a great product to restore our hair. Daily Damage Defence by our friends at Philip Kingsley is a spray on conditioner that detangles, repairs damaged hair, acts as a heat protector, and makes […]
Grand Canyon Half Marathon
February 25, 2014
Coming May 17, 2014. Be part of the inaugural year for the Grand Canyon Half Marathon in the Vacation Race Series. This series offers half marathon races in or near national parks like Zion, Yellowstone, and the Great Smoky Mountains and is designed to allow you to race on Saturday, have enough time to recover in […]
Wolverine Women’s Aurora Mid-Zip Boot
February 24, 2014
Keep your feet warm and toasty this winter! The Women’s Aurora Mid-Zip Boot by our friends at Wolverine is just the thing for your TrailblazerGirl outdoor adventures. This nice-looking boot comes in 3 colors and is made out of waterproof suede with a faux-fur lining. After a day of hiking our feet were warm, dry […]
Thermos Vacuum Insulated Food Jar with Folding Spoon
February 24, 2014
What could be more satisfying than a bowl of hot soup after a long hike on a cold day? Well, how about that hot soup while you are still on the mountain? You can have that with the Thermos Vacuum Insulated Food Jar, and it even comes with a full-size spoon, folded right in the […]
Lyngen Lodge, Norway
February 24, 2014
The ultimate winter getaway! Lyngen Lodge, set high above the Arctic Circle in Northern Norway, is an intimate, mountain lodge in a gorgeous setting. This 8-room lodge provides full board accommodations with gourmet meals made from local produce and a focus on Norwegian coastal culture. Though summer activities are available (fishing, hiking, sailing, sea safari, […]
ACTIVATE
February 21, 2014
Water to get excited about! ACTIVATE is a special vitamin water but with a twist – literally! The vitamins are held in their patented cap, allowing the ingredients to stay fresh and potent until you are ready to drink. Then you just twist the cap, releasing the powder into the water and shake. The vitamins […]
Earnest Eats
February 21, 2014
Absolutely delicious! The TrailblazerGirl team was lucky enough to be sent a sampling of Earnest Eats products – Baked Whole Food Bars, Hot & Fit Cereals, Chewy Granola Bars, and Granola Planks. Filled with superfood grains like oats, amaranth, and quinoa and big chunks of dried fruit and whole nuts and seeds, these bars and […]
The Magnificent Mile Chicago Women’s Half Marathon & 5K
February 21, 2014
Coming August 31, 2014. Head to the Windy City for the The Magnificent Mile Chicago Women’s Half Marathon & 5K. This is the only running event to showcase the ever-popular shopping and dining mecca of The Mag Mile. Join your fellow TrailblazerGirls on this flat, fast course that will start at the Art Institute of […]
Temple Flower Higher Power Tank Top
February 20, 2014
We like the mission of Temple Flower – “to design a collection that imparts balance and empowerment leading to active, confident, and healthy lifestyles.” Sounds like something a TrailblazerGirl would wear! And the Higher Power Tank Top certainly is! Not only is it a very flattering cut, from the sweetheart neck line to the slightly […]
Nalgene On the Fly Bottle
February 20, 2014
A bike bottle that doesn’t leak! The On the Fly Bottle by our friends at Nalgene is a great hard sided bottle with a easy-to-open top. As the name so aptly describes, you can open the top while “on the fly” with just one hand. It fits perfectly in most bike bottle cages. Made out […]
Hell Fire Fat Tire Mountain Bike Race
February 20, 2014
Coming March 22, 2014. As they say, “Time to get hard Corps!”. The Hell Fire Fat Tire Mountain Bike Race, held at the Marine Corps Base at Camp Pendleton in Southern California, is your only chance as a civilian to mountain bike on base. Choose from a 15 mile or 25 mile course on dirt […]
Navitas Naturals Power Snacks
February 19, 2014
The gluten and dairy free superfood. Navitas Naturals Power Snacks are small squares of nutrient-dense, flavorful, energy bites. Certified organic and no refined sugars, these Power Snacks come in 3 flavors – Cacao Goji, Blueberry Hemp, and Citrus Chia. They taste healthy with little bursts of crunchiness from the chia seeds, and with their high […]
Colosseum Spring Collection
February 19, 2014
TrailblazerGirls will be jumping for joy when they see all the fantastic designs from the Colosseum Spring 2014 collection. Beautiful, vibrant colors like lemongrass and pink raspberry, and materials that are practical, stylish, and long-lasting. A few of the items we want to highlight in this collection are the reversible, seamless workout bra – yes, […]
More Magazine/Fitness Magazine Women’s Half-Marathon
February 19, 2014
Coming April 13, 2014. Grab your TrailblazerGirl-friends and sign up for the More Magazine/Fitness Magazine Women’s Half-Marathon. This is the largest all-women’s half marathon in the country and what better location than NYC! They start out in style with a 2-day expo featuring speakers, training sessions, health screenings, beauty touch-ups, and lots of exhibitors. The […]
Mammoth Winter Biathlon
February 18, 2014
Coming March 21, 2014. You may have seen those amazing Olympic athletes in the biathlon event – cross country skiing and precision target shooting. Wow! Well, you too can give this sport a try at the Mammoth Winter Biathlon. If you are a beginner, you’ll shoot one bout prone and one bout standing and ski […]