Caribbean Vacation in the British Virgin Islands: Sailing, Snorkeling, and Scuba Diving by Adventure Women
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 […]
Light Saver by MarineFX
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 […]
Women’s Spinnaker Jacket by Gill
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 […]
All Women’s Basic Keelboat by Tradewinds Sailing School and Club
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 […]
Sven-Saw
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 […]
Ultra-Sil Tarp-Poncho by Sea to Summit
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 […]
Everest Base Camp & Kala Patar with Adventurous Women
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 […]
Awakening “Big 3” Gift Set
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 […]
SPYruWater
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 […]
Senorita Century – San Diego
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 […]
Women’s Alpine Adventures at Okemo
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 […]
Women’s Dri Top by GH Sports
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 […]
Mermaid Half Marathon San Diego
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 […]
Happy Thanksgiving!
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 […]
Plymouth Thanksgiving Day Pilgrim 5K Run and Walk
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 […]
Turkey Tri & Pumpkin Pie Kids Duathlon, San Dimas
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 […]
Suunto MC-2 Global Compass
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 […]
Cutaway Jersey by Hincapie
November 20, 2012
One of the nicest bike jerseys we’ve seen. The 4-way stretch knit and fleece back of this Cutaway Jersey by Hincapie delivers excellent moisture wicking and insulation and a comfy, supple feel. That fleece is oh so soft inside, and Hincapie also specially designed a unique gel-back to keep the jersey in place so it doesn’t […]
TransAm Van-Supported Tour by Adventure Cycling Association
November 20, 2012
Coming May 18 to Aug 8, 2013. Ready for something epic in your life? How about a cross-country bike tour? The TransAm Van-Supported Tour by Adventure Cycling Association starts in Williamsburg, VA and ends 83 days later in Florence, OR. Yes, there will be some rest days, so you’re “only” cycling for 72 of those […]
Tomboy Organic Skincare Company
November 19, 2012
Yes! … skin care for the active girl. The folks at the Tomboy Organic Skincare Company not only know the value of organic materials really well, but they also know what it means to be an outdoor active girl, like us TrailblazerGirls. So, they’ve formulated their line of skin care products for Eco-conscious athletic outdoor […]
Harmony Bamboo Blend Tee by Aventura Clothing
November 19, 2012
The magic of bamboo. It’s probably one of the most Eco-friendly fabrics and has that amazing feature of keeping you warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. The designers at Aventura Clothing know it, and so they’ve made their new Harmony Bamboo Blend Tee from a blend of rayon from bamboo, organic cotton […]
Women’s Novice Whitewater Week in Costa Rica by Girls at Play
November 19, 2012
Coming Jan 19, 2013. Designed for you girls interested in kayaking, this 8-day Women’s Whitewater Week in Costa Rica by Girls at Play not only covers the skills (the roll, eddy turns, peel outs, ferries, reading water, …), but there will be plenty of more fun too. Don’t be intimidated though because this trip is […]
Whitepod, Swiss Alps
November 16, 2012
Welcome to Whitepod… your eco-luxurious alpine hotel with 15 dome-shaped “tents” overlooking the village of Les Cerniers in the Swiss Alps. Each “tent” (notice the quotes because that word tents doesn’t really do these justice) includes a wood-burning stove and a private bathroom. But have no worry TrailblazerGirls, the resort that sits all around you […]
The Elite Hot Hybrid by Kulae
November 16, 2012
Okay yoga girls, what do you hate most about your yoga mat. The (ahem) sweat on the mat right? Well, that should be your answer if you’re doing it right… at least that’s what our yoga teacher says. Fortunately for all of us, the new Elite Hot Hybrid yoga mat by Kulae combines the function […]