Taos Alto Boots

October 17, 2013

Cute and comfortable! Taos Footwear is made to “celebrate everyday adventures”. The Alto Boots are an awesome example of this with their non-slip soles and special cushioned, shock absorbent footbeds.These well-made, leather boots are so stylish and the straps in the front add great detail but serve a practical purpose as well by allowing you […]

Mountain Khakis’ Old Faithful Sweater

October 17, 2013

What an aptly named sweater! Mountain Khakis’ Old Faithful Sweater will be the piece of gear that you grab when you’re hiking the mountains, camping, running chores, heading out to dinner with friends, or anytime it’s nippy out there. It’s super soft, inside and out and has such a flattering fit. The breathable but tightly […]

Giant’s Causeway, Northern Ireland

October 17, 2013

Did the Irish giant, Finn McCool, build this bridge at one time linking Ireland to Scotland? So goes a popular legend associated with the Giant’s Causeway. In any case, it’s a spectacular natural wonder of the world, and the only UNESCO World Heritage site in Northern Ireland. It’s composed of over 40,000 basalt columns that […]

Hotel Kakslauttanen, Finland

October 16, 2013

A unique experience to view the Aurora Borealis. In the wintertime, the Hotel Kakslauttanen in northern Finland offers lodging in glass igloos. Made out of a special thermal glass that doesn’t frost over even with variations in the outside and inside temperatures, you’ll stay relatively toasty inside and enjoy laying in bed viewing the beautiful […]

Dakine’s Womens Pro II

October 16, 2013

TrailblazerGirl skiers, this is the backpack for you. Dakine’s Womens Pro II has a contoured harness that is designed specifically for a woman’s frame. It has so many features such as a snowboard and ski carry, fleece lined goggle pocket, deployable helmet carry, and avalanche tool pocket. It’s made out of ballistic nylon for durability, […]

Women’s Early Bird Clinic at Big Sky Mountain Resort

October 16, 2013

Coming December 7, 2013. TrailblazerGirl ski bunnies, time to start thinking about hitting the slopes! Check out the Women’s Early Bird Clinic at Big Sky Mountain Resort in Montana. With this 2-day, women’s only clinic, taught by women instructors, you’ll be able to get more comfortable on the slopes and master new techniques at the […]

shebeest Cascade Windshell

October 15, 2013

You’re sure to stand out in this brightly colored windbreaker. Though shebeest is well-known for their great bike wear for women, the Cascade Windshell should definitely not be limited to bike rides! It’s perfect for hiking, running, sailing, etc. – anytime you need protection from inclement weather. Don’t be fooled by how lightweight (only 3 […]

OluKai’s Kamiki Running Shoe

October 15, 2013

Wow, these shoes are comfortable from the get-go! OluKai’s Kamiki are super lightweight at only 6.8oz, yet they provide enough support for even the longest run. No wonder they are the official footwear of the Hawaiian Lifeguard Association with their sticky-rubber outsole providing traction on wet surfaces and flex grooves allowing for natural forefoot movement. They’re […]

Toronto Women’s 8K/5K

October 15, 2013

Coming October 26, 2013. The last race of the season for the Toronto Women’s Run Series is an 8K/5K race along a flat, paved course in a lovely park setting. This is a fun, supportive, race where “women set the pace”. Fall colors will be in full force, as will the firefighters “manning” the water […]

&Beyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge, Namibia

October 14, 2013

A luxury desert getaway. Stay at &Beyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge in Namibia and experience five star accommodations overlooking the Namib Desert and the Namib Sand Sea, a recently inscribed UNESCO World Heritage site that is the only coastal fog desert in the world. Ten, private, stone and glass villas have magnificent views of the desert plains […]

CeraVe Moisturizers

October 14, 2013

The dermatology specialists at CeraVe have just released a fantastic line of moisturizers, just in time to save our skin from winter weather damage. TrailblazerGirl tested their Therapeutic Hand Cream and Renewing SA Cream, and she’s happy to share these great finds with you. The amazingly water resistant Hand Cream is absorbed quickly and without […]

Niagara Falls State Park

October 14, 2013

Visit America’s oldest state park. With our National Parks being temporarily closed, check out some of our wonderful state parks. Niagara Falls State Park was established in 1885 and was designed by famed landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted, known for designing New York City’s Central Park. In the more than 400 acres of scenic terrain, […]

The Zombie Syndrome: On Death Island

October 11, 2013

Coming October 1, to November 3, 2013. Okay, adventurous TrailblazerGirls…this is something a little different from our usual finds (but still totally fun!). The Zombie Syndrome: On Death Island is an interactive theatre adventure roaming the streets of Vancouver. Small groups of up to 15 people attempt to solve clues and with the use of […]

Scala Wool Headband

October 11, 2013

Fall weather is upon us, and we TrailblazerGirls still love our outdoor activities. Stay warm with the Scala Wool Headband by Dorfman Pacific’s Scala Collezione collection. A stylish alternative to a hat (read, no messy hat hair!), these headbands are made of boiled wool. What is boiled wool, you may ask? Well. it’s a special […]

Great Urban Race

October 11, 2013

TrailblazerGirl loves these urban amazing-race-like events. This one is called the Great Urban Race and is held in various location throughout the US with an end-of-the-year championship race in Puerto Rico. Create a team of 2-4 of your smartest TrailblazerGirl-friends and solve 12 clues before 5pm. Make sure to bring your smart phone to help […]

Zombie Run for Humanity

October 10, 2013

Coming October 19, 2013. Yikes! Zombies are on the loose in Ottawa! Not for the faint of heart, the Zombie Run for Humanity is a 5K obstacle course where you are trying to survive the zombie apocalypse. You’ll start out with a belt with 3 flags that represent your life. Throughout the course of obstacles, […]

Ottawa Fall Colours Marathon

October 10, 2013

Coming October 13, 2013. As a nod to our Canadian TrailblazerGirls, the Ottawa Fall Colours Marathon will allow you to alleviate the worry of some of those extra calories that you’ll be noshing on the next day at Thanksgiving dinner. Held at the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum, you’ll have a wonderful country village setting with […]

Granville Island Turkey Trot

October 10, 2013

Coming October 14, 2013. Gobble, gobble! The Granville Island Turkey Trot is a great way to start off your Canadian Thanksgiving Day. The 10 km course is a flat, picturesque route starting at Granville Island, over the Burrard Bridge to the north side of the Sea Wall, then back along the sound side of the […]

Steaz Beverages and Energy Drinks

October 9, 2013

Delicious organic green tea beverages. TrailblazerGirl had a little trouble finding these Steaz Iced Green Teas and Energy Shots to taste test, but boy, it was worth the search! They are super-great tasting, and many of the flavors have zero calories, zero sugar, zero carbs, and 120mg antioxidants. Their Energy Shot is a healthy way […]

Pre-wrap

October 9, 2013

An inexpensive, versatile headband. Pre-wrap, also known as underwrap (originally used as a way to protect skin from tape chafing) is a foamy, stretchy material that is now popularly used as a colorful way to hold back your hair. It comes in 30 yard rolls, both prints and solids, and the sticky nature of this […]

Sleepy Hollow Halloween 10K

October 9, 2013

Coming October 19, 2013. Get in the Halloween spirit with the Sleepy Hollow Halloween 10K race! A fun, timed race through the streets of historic Sleepy Hollow, New York. The well-marked route travels within view of the Headless Horseman Bridge, Sleepy Hollow Cemetery and the Old Dutch Church. Just for kicks, dress up like Ichabod […]

BKC’s Willow 3 Bike

October 8, 2013

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Brooklyn Cruiser is partnering with Keep-A-Breast (KAB) foundation, a youth-focused organization that helps raise awareness about breast cancer prevention, and they are offering the Limited Edition Pink Willow 3 Bike. Amazingly, they are donating 100% of the proceeds of sales to the KAB foundation. This pink cruiser is 3 […]

Specialized Body Geometry Gel Glove

October 8, 2013

Women’s hands are different from men’s, and the folks at Specialized Bicycle Components know that. They developed the Body Geometry Gel Glove which is proportionally sized for a woman’s palm width and finger length. Their Body Geometry Gel technology reduces hand numbness by relieving pressure on the sensitive ulnar nerve and also provides additional hand […]

Urban Adventours Emerald Necklace and Fall Foliage Tour

October 8, 2013

This is the perfect time of year to tour Boston, especially on a bike! Urban Adventours offers their Emerald Necklace and Fall Foliage Tour, and over the course of 3 hours, you’ll explore some of the hidden gems of Boston’s gardens, reserves, and open spaces, highlighting the beautiful fall colors of this great city. The […]