October 17, 2012
Adorn your bike for the night. Oooh, that may sound creepy, but these Reflective Chopspokes by Cyclelogical simply snap on to your bike’s spokes, and they make your bike (and you) visible in the dark. Your spokes will light up with these reflectors and since they’re moving, they’re more likely to catch the eye of […]
October 17, 2012
Coming in Oct-Dec, 2012. Ready for something completely different? Cyclo-cross (aka cyclocross, CX, CCX, cyclo-X and cross) is a new form of bike racing that consists of laps on a short course (1.5 to 2 miles) over a variety of surfaces (e.g. pavement, wooded trails, grass, steep hills) as well as obstacles, requiring the rider […]
October 16, 2012
Imagine your favorite candies… only healthier. That would be unreal right? Well, that would be UNREAL Candy. Drop the corn syrup. Drop the preservatives. Drop the artificial flavors. But, keep the good stuff. Keep the chocolate and the peanuts and the caramel and the candy shell, and you’ll have it… UNREAL Candy. It has 30% […]
October 16, 2012
Smell bug-free good? Yea, you can kill two birds with one stone: odor causing bacteria and bugs. Action Wipes Cooling Sports Spray by Life Elements has a blend of antioxidants from Moranga Seed Extract as well as cooling and healing properties from Aloe Vera gel as well as antibacterial properties from eucalyptus, tea tree, lemon […]
October 16, 2012
Coming October 28, 2012. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this race will make “everything they can pink, including the obstacles.” The Midwest Super Spartan Race will challenge you to 10 miles of gnarly, rugged and extreme running, jumping and crawling in the fields near Marseilles, IL, about an hour and a half outside […]
October 15, 2012
Not just waffles anymore. Our friends at Honey Stinger have leaped into a new world with the launch of their new Fruit Smoothie Organic Energy Gel. “With a blend of organic tapioca syrup, organic honey and electrolytes, Honey Stinger Organic Gels offer a different taste and texture from the original Classic gels, with the added […]
October 15, 2012
Got blisters? What you need is a powder to help repel moisture and create a frictionless surface on your feet (or hands)… and that’s exactly what BlisterShield by 2Toms does. The secret is PTFE (like the non-stick coating on your pans) plus a PE Wax. The 2Toms folks are clearly employing some very smart scientists […]
October 15, 2012
Coming March 30, 2013. History in the making. The Everest Ultra, the highest ultra in the world, starts at Gorak Shep and finishes in Lukla. Starting at -5 degrees and finishing at 90 degrees it goes from a height of 18,000 feet down to 8,497 feet before climbing back to 9,380 feet. Going from glacial […]
October 12, 2012
Social tent-networking? The folks at Gigwam, an innovative UK company, have created a new tent system based on tee-pees and tunnels. The 2 Person Gigwam is the basic unit with one tee-pee style tent and a tunnel that’ll connect to another tent and/or tunnel. These are just a super fun idea for groups to hit […]
October 12, 2012
FDA approved to block Poison Ivy. Yep, you read that right. IvyBlock contains a special ingredient called Bentoquatam that actually absorbs the oils from Poison Ivy as well as Poison Oak and Sumac, all of which contain Urushiol Oil. Just rub it on like sunscreen and you’ll be protected for hours. Clinically proven and FDA […]
October 12, 2012
One of the most highly rated camping apps. Allstays Camp & RV App filters campgrounds, rest areas, supply shops, parks, parking lots and so much more with or without an Internet connection for a one time price. This is a perfect companion for tent or RV camping.
October 11, 2012
Better-than-a-bandana! Really. The new line of Buff Headwear, by Buff in California, are like what we used to call wimpies, but that honestly doesn’t do these justice because they’re so much more versatile. These buffs are stylish and come in dozens of designs, and they’re made with non-scratchy fabrics (some with fleece). That versatility comes […]
October 11, 2012
Coming in November 2012 and February 2013. Trail running taken to an extreme. The Brooks HellRunner Series of races at various UK locations offers trail running at its toughest and most enjoyable 10 to 12 miles of challenging off-road running… tough, twisting trails… including the famed Hills of Hell and the Bog of Doom.
October 11, 2012
Coming October 20, 2012. The Adrenalina Skateboard Marathon is a battle of fitness, endurance, and skateboarding prowess. The race consists of six laps around Fiesta Island in Mission Bay (San Diego), with the top winners sharing $5,000 in prize money, in addition to product giveaways from the greatest and latest in the long skate industry.
October 10, 2012
Gone are the day of Olivia Newton-John singing Let’s Get Physical, the folks at Bani Bands have updated the headband for the 21st Century. These are super cute and extremely comfortable, and they stay in place without slipping due to their unique adjustable design. Finally, gone are the headaches from wearing something too tight. Bani […]
October 10, 2012
A cute and cozy hoody for us active girls. The Variant Hoody by Marmot hits the mark on style with its contrasting zipper and 5 colors. But, behind that style is some very smart construction including the stretch arms that allow for easy movement while also keeping the jacket from riding up, breathable fabric that […]
October 10, 2012
A west coast getaway… to Vancouver appeals to every TrailblazerGirl we know. Plan to be as active as you can be in a city that really encourages it with opportunities galore for biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, rollerblading, scuba diving, golfing, ziplining, bunjee jumping, windsurfing, whitewater rafting and paddle boarding all right there in the city […]
October 9, 2012
Geniuses designed this shirt. If you sat down and thought about all the features you’d want in the perfect shirt for mountain biking, you probably come up with the Women’s Encore Flannel Jersey by Zoic. Some highlights: the knit panels under the arms and on the back of the shoulders ventilate and stretch to move […]
October 9, 2012
Why do boy’s have that silly crossbar? After all, that crossbar on the bike is clearly unnecessary since a girl’s bike obviously doesn’t need it. Okay, we know it’s for support, but if you’re gonna have it, why not decorate it? And that’s exactly what the folks at Cyclelogical thought when they created their new Patterned […]
October 9, 2012
Coming October 13th, 2012. Goldilocks in Las Vegas? Calm down, Goldilocks Las Vegas is the first women’s only ride in Nevada. The ride has a 20, 40, 60, and 100 mile route through the beautiful eastern area of the Las Vegas Valley. The ride begins and ends at Mission Hills Park and passes by Lake Mead, […]
October 5, 2012
A push-pop organic body salve? Sometimes, it’s all in the delivery, and SkinFare’s new SkinFood Topical Nourishment not only smells incredible (coconut!), it restores moisture to dry skin and comes in this super clever little push-pop design. It’s all-organic. Use it on chapped lips and dry skin of course, but you should also try it […]
October 5, 2012
A leap forward? Or maybe more appropriately, a fathom forward. The new Atomic SplitFins work like wings to slice through the water with reduced drag and propel you further with less effort. After all, if you’re going to use fins, why not the ones that give the best bang (distance) for your buck (kick). Looking […]
October 5, 2012
Columbus Day is on Monday here in the US, so take the day off. On second thought, take the day off in nearly the same very spot where Columbus “discovered” the New World… the Bahamas! Yep, that’s where Columbus and his crew first landed on their first voyage. The Tiamo Resort & Spa on South Andros […]
October 4, 2012
Ew… a human foot has 250,000 sweat glands and releases nearly 1 cup of moisture (read sweat) every day. Okay, now let’s get over it because the real brunt of that is being handled by your shoes. But now, with Stink Free Spray, the new shoe deodorizer by 2Toms, you can take back control. It neutralizes […]