March 5, 2013
There’s lip balms… and then there’s the Lip Softener by Farmaesthetics. Their lip softener just feels good when you apply it. It has a nice minty scent and is made from herbs and oils to heal and soften your dry lips. It’s made with sweet almond oil, vitamin e, beeswax, peppermint, orange wax, grapefruit peel […]
March 5, 2013
It’s a trekking pole. No, it’s a tripod. It’s a trekking pole and a tripod! The Komperdell Traveller Carbon Trekking Pole simply has a very cleverly and naturally designed screw-on grip where your camera can be attached. Simply unscrew the foam grip and mount the camera on the end of the pole to transform the […]
March 5, 2013
Coming March 9, 2014. (Yes, start planning now) This 13-day active adventure takes you across the natural treasures of Borneo, the third largest island in the world. The Explore the Heart & Soul Borneo, Malaysia by Adventurous Women will visit one of the only orangutan sanctuaries in the world, exotic caves and national parks, lowland […]
March 4, 2013
A ski jacket that’s stylish enough to wear all day. The Spyder Artemis Jacket features everything you can probably think of: removable hood, concealed front zipper, under arm ventilation, detachable inner collar, adjustable cuffs with gussets, waterproof hand pocket zippers, internal goggle and zip pocket, etc. etc. But, let’s face it, anything we wear also […]
March 4, 2013
Want maximum protection! Well, Kevlar is not just for bullet-proof vests. It also protects you when you decide to push those boundaries in extreme sports, from snowboarding to skiing to climbing. The SlyTech 2ND SKiN XT Kevlar BackPro blends rip-stop, puncture & abrasion proof Kevlar with an Armortex outer shell that wraps a newly developed […]
March 4, 2013
Coming March 11-13, 2013. This 2.5 day Women’s Ski Discovery Camp at Sugarbush Resort in Vermont includes equipment talks, ski demos, video analysis, stretch sessions, group meals and après ski parties. Sugarbush Resort is one of the largest ski resorts in New England, encompassing over 4,000 acres total, 578 acres ski-able, 53 miles of trails, […]
March 1, 2013
What’s better than a stainless steel water bottle? One with a super cute design of course. The Earthlust Stainless Steel Bottles are also made with safe non-toxic paints, and you’ll also be sure to want one of their insulated hemp bags that work great to keep your water cold and any condensation from getting everything […]
March 1, 2013
Want super-dry feet? The Wigwam Ironman M-Dot Pro socks were designed to keep your feet dry by using a new patented technology that blends moisture absorbing plus moisture repelling fibers. The moisture absorbing fibers pull moisture through the fabric while the moisture repelling fibers push the moisture to the surface of the garment where it […]
March 1, 2013
Coming September 21, 2013. Why should skiers have all the fun? Now, trail runners can enter the first ever Heli Run in the Canadian Rockies. The Canadian Rockies Heli Run can either be run solo as a half-marathon or in a two-person team as a full marathon (each runner runs a half-marathon). From the Cline […]
February 28, 2013
TrailblazerGirl Deal Alert! Use the code SNEAKYBLOGGER and get 15% off your order of Sneaky Pete’s Oatstanding Beverages (plus free shipping). These great tasting new oat-based beverages are low in calories (40 Calories per bottle), making them a great alternative to juice, but they contain the same amount of oat fiber as found in a […]
February 28, 2013
Get heat at the touch of a button with the Seirus HeatTouch Glow Mitt. These mittens deliver serious warmth for up to 6 hours on the slopes. The wafer thin rechargeable battery powers 3 different heat settings so you can adjust them for your comfort level, and best of all, you don’t need to take […]
February 28, 2013
Coming March 4-8, 2013. This 4-day Spring Women’s Ski Camp at Jackson Hole, Wyoming (with an extra rest day scheduled in the middle) is for serious intermediate and advanced skiers who are ready to try some of the country’s steepest terrain. Here, you’ll find runs that are 50% expert, 40% intermediate and 10% beginner. But with […]
February 27, 2013
A portable shed? Sort of. The YardStash II Outdoor Storage is essentially a tent for your gear. Taking less than 15 minutes for one person to set-up, and weighing about 16 lbs, it easily stores two adult bikes plus more. This is a great idea if you’re bike-packing and want to protect your gear at […]
February 27, 2013
Inspiring. Sarah Outen is the first woman and the youngest person to row solo across the Indian Ocean. She rowed for 124 days, 14 hours and 9 minutes before arriving on the island of Mauritius. She was the first woman to attempt the crossing single-handedly, and only the fourth person to ever complete a solo […]
February 27, 2013
Coming March 2013. Hey snowboarders and skiers, what would you say to an offer for some personalized coaching from Oakley’s top professional women athletes? Well, you can get it with this season’s Oakley Progression Sessions, a two-day on-snow camp for the intermediate rider who is looking to advance her “freestyle” skills to the next level […]
February 26, 2013
Biking in the cold just got easier and more stylish. With this Blake Helmet Cover by RockiNoggins, you can cover up your helmet and drop those ear flaps down to keep your ears warm. And when you warm up, just flip them back up. RockiNoggins has a bunch of cute designs for helmet “hats,” but this […]
February 26, 2013
A great cycling show at an amazing price! The Serfas Oxygen Road Shoe is a great road shoe designed for women with very cleverly designed straps that are smaller but still provide great flexibility. And, it has a triple compound insole (think comfort) and a reinforced heel counter (think stabilization) that also translate into transferring […]
February 26, 2013
Coming May 12, 2013. What’s a TrailblazerGirl to do for Mother’s Day? Hey, the Women’s Only Mother’s Day Triathlon and Duathlon will be fun. Both races are held at Granite Beach at Folsom Lake (in California near Sacramento). The triathlon consists of a 400 yard swim, then a 6.5 mile bike ride, then a 2 […]
February 25, 2013
A hot toddy… for your body? Yea, the new Hot Toddy for the Body by Farmaesthetics not only bathes you in a wonderful aroma, it’s the perfect solution to exfoliate your dry winter skin. It comes in two herbal preparations that together contain fine spices and oil-soaked grains which exfoliate and moisturize, as well as […]
February 25, 2013
Acclimate faster! To altitude. To stress on your body. To make that happen, the folks at Acli-Mate have launched two Natural Sport Drinks: Acli-Mate Mountain and Acli-Mate Endurance. The first was developed to help athletes acclimate to leaps in elevation while the latter was developed to help them replace the electrolytes and nutrients during the […]
February 25, 2013
Coming March 10-17, 2013. Verbier is one of those quintessential villages in the Swiss Alps sprinkled with picturesque chalets and, at the same time, just happens to be one of the best off-piste locations for skiing in the world. The folks at GirlieCamps have put together their Freeride Ski Camp, what might be the best blend […]
February 22, 2013
A folding kayak? Yes, a folding kayak. Citibōt is light, at just 24 lbs, and designed to be ultra-portable. Amazingly, it fits into a backpack, assembles quickly and is the perfect kayak to take on a hiking, biking or camping trip. Imagine their surprise when you bring it to work with you. What’s in the […]
February 22, 2013
Live underwater… and take your camera or your phone or your iPod or whatever device you want with you. The DryCASE Waterproof Phone, Camera and Music Player Case changes the game completely. It’s the only vacuum-sealed, fully-enclosed waterproof cover that will protect your device while still allowing you to use those touch-screens. The case comes […]
February 22, 2013
Coming Summer 2013. With lots of dates for these 5-day Women’s Kayaking Clinics with the Nantahala Outdoor Center, there will be plenty of opportunities to have fun paddling this summer. The clinics take places on the Nantahala River in western North Carolina near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This is the same river that […]