Canyon Calling, Adventures for Women: Magic Morocco 2013
November 12, 2012
Coming April 15-26, 2013. Grab your girlfriends for an adventure you all will never forget… a trek across the country of Morocco with Canyon Calling Adventures for Women. Storied locales like the bazaars of Marrakesh are followed by riding the rapids and paddling the crystal blue waters near the Bin El Ouidane dam; from hiking […]
Emily Boats
November 9, 2012
It’s a robot lifeguard? Okay, admittedly not an everyday purchase, but we just couldn’t ignore sharing these Emily Boats with you. Each 4-ft long remote controlled buoy can cruise through rip-currents and swift water at speeds up to 22 mph to reach a distressed swimmer faster than any human lifeguard could every swim. The swimmer […]
LazerBrite Lights by Tactical Lighting Solutions
November 9, 2012
The Swiss Army knife of flashlights. If you could, in your wildest dreams, imagine a multipurpose flashlight, you’d have the LazerBrite Lights by Tactical Lighting Solutions. With a few simple twists, you can re-attach the parts in just seconds to have a glow stick, a dome light with a magnet backing, an iris light and […]
Taveuni Palms Resort, Fiji
November 9, 2012
Okay Fiji fans. Get ready to drool. The Taveuni Palms Resort in Fiji is the definition of luxury embodied in paradise. Here, you TrailblazerGirls can choose from waterfall hikes, coastal walks, horseback riding, black pearl farm tours, natural water slides, snorkeling, golf, tennis, deep sea fishing, dolphin watching (yes!) and complementary kayaking. Fiji’s crystal-clear waters, […]
GTS Expedition Molded Foam Kayak Seat by Surf to Summit
November 8, 2012
What you need is a comfy chair… for your kayak. The new GTS Expedition Molded Foam Kayak Seat by Surf to Summit is exactly that. Its thermo-formed foam backrest is designed for all day sitting with maximum comfort. It features comfortable grooves specifically shaped for spine-hugging support with wrap around lumbar stability, and the 2” […]
Twin Heron by Old Town Canoe Co.
November 8, 2012
Some kayaks are for one. Some are for two. The new Twin Heron by Maine-based Old Town Canoe Co. is built for two but handles just as well when only one person is paddling. And that’s no small feat. It reflects a very original and clever design that ensures the bow stays low even when […]
Kauai Multi-Sport Adventure by Wild Women Expeditions
November 8, 2012
Coming March 18, 2013. If you want to have it all, check out the Kauai Multi-Sport Adventure by Wild Women Expeditions. Yes, this trip will include time for rest, reflection and relaxation, but let’s admit it, it’s really about the activities: kayaking the Wailua River, standup paddling, surfing, snorkeling, outrigger canoeing, hiking the NaPali Coast […]
Goldstream Provincial Park
November 7, 2012
BC’s answer to seeing the fall colors… “massive trees, majestic waterfalls, a meandering river that meets the sea, flowers, birds and fascinating fish are but a few of the attractions that draw people to Goldstream Provincial Park, a mere 16 km from downtown Victoria on southern Vancouver Island (in British Columbia, Canada). The park is […]
Marathon de la baie du Mont Saint-Michel
November 7, 2012
Coming May 5, 2013. Starting in Brittany and finishing in Normandy, the 16th annual Mont Saint-Michel Bay Marathon is one of the few marathons where you can actually see the finish line from the start. It typically welcomes 5,000 runners from all over world, and is one of the few runs on an iconic UNESCO […]
THE TrailblazerGirl ELECTION OF 2012
November 7, 2012
Now it’s time for the REAL election… starting today and continuing until Wednesday, December 5th, TrailblazerGirl is inviting everyone (that means you) to vote on your favorite getaways, hiking gear, cool clothing and everything else from 2012. We’ll announce the top winners in each category starting on December 6th, so yes you will have time […]
Grandoe VIP Custom Design Ski Gloves
November 6, 2012
Design your own! Nearly every panel on the new VIP Custom Design Ski Gloves by Grandoe can be customized with your choice of color, and you can have your name stitched into the index finder as well. No more arguing which glove belongs to whom. These gloves aren;t just customizable, they also have 3 levels […]
Timberland’s Earthkeepers Radler Trail Camp Mid Colorblock
November 6, 2012
Self-packing footwear? Yep, these Earthkeepers Radler Trail Camp Mid Colorblock boots (wow, what a mouthful) by Timberland flatten and zip-together so they can be compacted into a small package. Yes, they’re still insulated and have sturdy rubber out-soles for great traction, and they’re super comfortable. Perfect for apres-ski or just keeping your tootsies warm in the […]
Women’s Edge at Aspen Snowmass
November 6, 2012
Starting in January and continuing every week through March (2013), these 4-day getaways, the Women’s Edge at Aspen Snowmass, are for intermediate to advanced skiers and will help you build confidence and get you ready to attack those double-black-diamonds. After over 25 years, this program designed especially for women and taught by women pros and is […]
Bobo’s Oat Bars
November 5, 2012
A bar that’s not too sweet. Oh, and yes it’s healthy. Bobo’s Oat Bars have all-organic ingredients and come in 10 great flavors along with 4 new gluten-free flavors. The flavors are ones that others seemed to have overlooked: original (oaty goodness), coconut (excellent!), cinnamon raisin (popular in the office), peanut butter (a solid choice), […]
Eco Solemax 13.1 Cushioned White by Save Our Soles
November 5, 2012
It’s just a sock, right? Well, maybe it’s more. The new Eco Solemax 13.1 Cushioned White by Colorado-based Save Our Soles has some features that runners will really appreciate: Aside from being comfortable and padded, this sock is made with a type of nylon that’s more durable and absorbent (read “pulls the sweat away from […]
The Color Run Series
November 5, 2012
Coming in November & December 2012. “The Color Run 5k is a unique experience focused less on speed and more on crazy color fun with friends and family.” Start with a white t-shirt. Then, each kilometer of the event is associated with a designated color: yellow, orange, pink, blue, etc. As you reach that Color […]
BugLit LED Micro Flashlight by Nite Ize
November 2, 2012
Hey, November is National Running Safety Month. So, swap those scissors out and start running with the BugLit LED Micro Flashlight by Nite Ize. This super versatile micro flashlight puts out bright white LED light with an effective range of up to 50 feet and one-mile visibility. Next, the attached “legs” are super flexible and […]
Women’s Origins Hoodie by Merrell
November 2, 2012
Retro is always in. The Women’s Origins Hoodie, really a ski jacket, by Merrell harkens back to the 80s with its fun retro, vintage, slim slope style but with the updated modern efficient insulation for real warmth. You know this was the choice of the first MTV crowd, but they didn’t get the benefits of […]
The Solar Eclipse Marathon or Half Marathon
November 2, 2012
Coming November 14, 2012. Of astronomical importance? The Solar Eclipse Marathon & Half Marathon in Port Douglas (Australia) kicks-off at exactly the moment when the Sun re-emerges from behind the Moon and the corona is broken. With the eclipse beginning at 6:38am, this means the race will kick-off at about 6:40am. But there will be […]
Ingrid Zip Neck by Neve Designs
November 1, 2012
There’s Merino Wool and then there’s 100% Ultra-Fine Merino Wool. The Ingrid Zip Neck by Neve Designs is made from the latter and is a perfect sweater for winter. It’s super soft and super warm, and it fits nicely too, especially with the quarter-way zipper on the front. This is the epitome of coziness, and […]
Julia Component Jacket by Marmot
November 1, 2012
Pockets galore! Yes, the Julia Component Jacket by Marmot pieces together an incredible zip-out insulated inner-jacket together with a well-designed waterproof shell that has a removable hood… all that will certainly cover a huge range of situations. The inner jacket is made from a resilient fabric also used in sleeping bags and gloves. The shell […]
Allison Gannett’s Rippin Chix – Red Mtn Steeps Camp
November 1, 2012
Coming February 2, 2013. Okay free-ski bunnies. Time to get those skis on and hike them up the hill. Oh wait, maybe a little all-girls refresher course is in order… or maybe this free-skiing is new to you, so a camp would fit the bill. Well, our friends at Keen have gotten together with world […]
Essentials Women’s Compression Sleeves by SKINS
October 31, 2012
Improved circulation and support. That’s what you’ll get when you use these Essentials Women’s Compression Sleeves by SKINS. Athletes in all sorts of sports, from triathlons to baseball to fishing to rugby to cycling, are starting to use these. Why? First, the compression has the effect of increasing oxygen delivery to active muscles (circulation) while […]
mix1 Nutritional Shakes
October 31, 2012
From bars to shakes? If you ever needed an energy bar but wished it was liquid, because let’s admit it… you’re thirsty too, try the new Nutritional Shakes by mix1. This Boulder-based company has created a healthy, 200 calorie all-natural protein shake providing for pre-workout fuel and post-workout recovery. Based on a whey protein, instead […]