December 4, 2012
Sometimes just a little less sweet is a lot better. The new Sharkies Organic Energy Sports Chews contain no artificial dyes or flavors and no trans fats and no refined sugars like corn syrup. Instead they use a much healthier blend of brown rice syrup and simple sugars from fruits and organic sugar cane. That […]
December 4, 2012
Coming June 22, 2013. Held among the wildlife of the African savannah, The Big Five Marathon in South Africa brings runners from all over the world to meet in one of the most spectacular Big Five game reserves in Africa. The term Big Five refers to the 5 animals most sought after for sightseeing while […]
December 3, 2012
A self-packing jacket? Yes, the Women’s Nano Puff Jacket by Patagonia compacts down to practically nothing and then can be stuffed into its own internal zipper pocket… and with the carabiner, you can then clip your “jacket pouch” and head out on the trail. But don’t be fooled by that amazing feature. This is still a […]
December 3, 2012
Boots for snow and well, moon walking! The Moon Boot Classic Nylon by Tecnica looks like the original boot worn by astronauts but it’s way more comfortable. And while it will attract attention, start conversations and generally be a fun piece of footwear, it’ll also keep your tootsies warm in that frigid weather (albeit not […]
December 3, 2012
Coming February 9, 2013. Interested in cross-country and all-terrain skiing? The ladies at Backcountry Babes have put together a program for you. Their Mountain Telemark Tune-Up in Wolf Creek, Colorado (in the Rio Grande National Forest) includes all day telemark instruction combined with a morning wake-up of stretching and yoga plus a sure-to-please Babes Goodie […]
November 30, 2012
It’s a base layer. It’s a top layer. Wait, it’s both. The all new MeCo 250 Long Sleeve Zip Tee by UK-based Rab is made from an innovative merino wool blend with recycled polyester, producing a fabric that offers all the benefits of merino wool (breath-ability, anti-odor) except that it dries up to 5 times […]
November 30, 2012
Want those skincare products sold in spas like the Four Seasons Resorts & Spas? Well here they are: the 100% natural Remedy Reserve Collection by Farmaesthetics. According to their founder Brenda Brock–named as one of the Five Entrepreneurs at the Forefront of the Natural Beauty Revolution by Luxury Spafinder–“the serum and mask rival pharmaceutical-grade treatment […]
November 30, 2012
Coming March 3-9, 2013. Thinking about warm weather? The Caribbean? How about 6 days and 6 nights on a fully crewed and privately chartered all-inclusive Caribbean sailing trip aboard the world’s largest trimaran with luxurious double stateroom yacht accommodations? Well, the Caribbean Vacation in the British Virgin Islands: Sailing, Snorkeling, and Scuba Diving by Adventure […]
November 29, 2012
Yep, today is sailing day at TrailblazerGirl… did you notice? And we couldn’t pass on sharing this great piece of safety gear. The Light Saver by MarineFX attaches to your life vest or gear and automatically turns on when contact is made with the water. Amazing! Its LED strobe then automatically turns off later when […]
November 29, 2012
Going sailing? Or just look like it. The Women’s Spinnaker Jacket by UK-based Gill captures a contemporary marine design inspired by the classic crew jacket. This versatile style is designed for active sailing but is equally at home performing shore-side duties. It has a durable water repellent finish while still being breathable, but it still […]
November 29, 2012
Coming in Jan-Apr, 2013. Thought about sailing? Maybe something to try in the new year? Looking for a supportive course for women taught by women? Well, the folks at the Tradewinds Sailing School & Club are offering 3-day All Women’s Basic Keelboat (ASA101) courses that should fit the bill perfectly out of their Richmond, CA […]
November 28, 2012
No need to be a lumberjack to appreciate having a saw to create a shelter or cut firewood on your next camping trip. But who wants to carry a saw? Really. Well, if you’re asking that question, you’ve never heard of the Sven-Saw. This super rugged triangular saw collapses into a single rail so you […]
November 28, 2012
Who cares if it’s raining? Bundle up, get some rain wear, and let’s get going… and if you’re like us, you’ll want the Ultra-Sil Tarp-Poncho by Sea to Summit to be part of your pack. This all-in-one raincoat + tarp + pack cover + groundsheet is super light weight (12 oz) and waterproof and designed […]
November 28, 2012
Coming April 14-29, 2013. This 16-day adventure to (almost) the top of the world will certainly be exhilarating as well as a great opportunity to meet other adventurous women like you. The Everest Base Camp & Kala Patar with the aptly named Adventurous Women includes a 14 day trek along the route to the Everest […]
November 27, 2012
Need a gift… for yourself? Awakening creates unique, Dead Sea mineral-rich skin care products for active hands, feet and skin. We’ve found a special Big-3 gift set with their most popular products. Awakening Big-HANDS is a super rich hand cream that absorbs quickly while withstanding up to 2-3 washings. Awakening Big-FEET is an all-natural balm […]
November 27, 2012
Spirulina may be the next Super-food… a naturally grown algae consisting of 70% protein, vitamins E, C (beta carotene) and B complex, minerals and chlorophyll. And, the clever folks at SPYru have created a new water infused with Spirulina. This high protein, low carb drink has just 90 calories as well as 20g protein and […]
November 27, 2012
Coming March 3, 2013. A 100km (62 mile) women followed closely behind by a companion group of 100 “Rico Suave” men will ride from Del Mar to Carlsbad in the Senorita Century near San Diego. An alternative 40 mile ride is also available, and both courses traverse some gorgeous SoCal countryside, so get you girlfriends […]
November 26, 2012
Coming in Jan & Feb, 2013. With 2, 3 and 5 day programs, the Women’s Alpine Adventures at Okemo in Ludlow, Vermont is a great opportunity to get into skiing or just advance your skills. “This program has women returning year after year to take part in a program designed exclusively for women and led […]
November 26, 2012
A comfortable fit is near the top of requirements for us, and this Women’s Dri Top by GH Sports delivers. It’s form fitting but loose enough to eliminate concerns of clinging while working out. And, aside from also being great looking, the special polyester and lycra blend used by GH Sports provides great wicking and […]
November 26, 2012
Coming February 9, 2013. This all-women event includes a half marathon, 10K, 5K and mini-run for both runners and walkers too. The Mermaid Half Marathon San Diego takes place in beautiful Mission Bay on a flat course that’ll take you around Fiesta Island. Come to think of it, you might as well plan for it […]
November 21, 2012
We want to wish everyone a very, very happy Thanksgiving. Thank you also for helping our TrailblazerGirl site become such a success. And to our friends in Canada who celebrated their Thanksgiving in October, and to our friends in the UK and Japan and The Netherlands and all over the world who have had or […]
November 21, 2012
Coming Nov 22, 2012. Where else but Plymouth? The Thanksgiving Day Pilgrim 5K is an exciting race down Old Sandwich Road, which was constructed in 1630, making it the first true public road in America. It’s a stunningly scenic course which travels on the same dirt where the Pilgrims traveled in days of old right […]
November 21, 2012
Coming Nov 25, 2012. Hey, it’s Thanksgiving in the the US tomorrow, and what would TrailblazerGirl do? Well, she’d wait a few days to recover from the calorie shock and then on Sunday she’d burn away those calories at the Turkey Tri & Pumpkin Pie Kids Duathlon in San Dimas, California. The triathlon consists of […]
November 20, 2012
Simply the best choice. Okay buying a compass has become a little complicated these days what with all the options and the education you seem to need to understand features like magnetic declination. But you can overcome the education thing thanks to the Internet, but alas… which compass to buy? To make it easy, the […]