Golden Gate Sea Kayak Symposium
October 25, 2012
Coming January 24, 2013. The Golden Gate Sea Kayak Symposium is a skills symposium in the Marin Headlands and San Francisco Bay and is dedicated to the “sheer joy of paddling.” Some of the best coaches in the world will be here to coach you and inspire you. The area has beautiful surf, rock gardens, […]
Big Eyes Evolution Crystal by Cressi
October 24, 2012
Finally, a scuba mask for us girls. The Big Eyes Evolution Crystal by Cressi is made out of a new material that’s super soft, so it’s super comfortable and it doesn’t leave any marks on your face even after wearing it for hours. The shape and angle of the lenses on the Big Eyes Evolution […]
Billabong V1 Wetsuit
October 24, 2012
A top-secret prototype. The Billabong V1 Wetsuit is now in limited production and being distributed to the world’s top big wave riders, but it’s not yet being sold to the general public. So what’s so special about it? It’s inflatable. Yes, you read that right. It’s inflatable. The Billabong V1, aka the Inflatable Big Wave […]
Grenada Underwater Sculpture Park
October 24, 2012
Scuba dive through your next museum. The Grenada Underwater Sculpture Park is one of the Caribbean’s leading scuba diving destinations with artwork that enhances and creates an artificial reef. It’s located just north of the capital city of St George’s in Molinere Bay. And yes, new sculptures are being added every year. Just recently, the […]
Arm Warmers by Save Our Soles
October 23, 2012
Warmth where you need it. Yea, autumn is coming and it’s cooling down, but we’re not ready to add a bunch of layers just yet. Enter Arm Warmers by Save Our Soles. These super soft and super comfortable sleeves are perfect for this cooler weather with their unique upper elastic band which keeps them in […]
Armpocket Xtreme i-30
October 23, 2012
Yes! Large enough to hold a smart phone and more. The Armpocket Xtreme i-30 is not only a super comfortable, vented arm strap just right for a long run (or hike or whatever), it also has a touch-sensitive window so you can actually use your smart phone or MP3 without having to take it out. […]
Disney’s Princess Half Marathon Weekend
October 23, 2012
Coming February 22, 2013. Bibbidi bobbidi boo! It’s Disney’s Princess Half Marathon Weekend at Walt Disney World in Florida. The weekend will bring women of all ages together to participate in a half-marathon or 5K (or kid’s race) plus meals and Disney’s Fit for a Princess Expo as well as other fun all right there […]
GPSMAP 62st by Garmin
October 22, 2012
Which GPS to buy? Oh my. With so many brands and models and features, it’s not an easy decision. Well, TrailblazerGirl is hiking long and far into the back country, so she’s started using the new GPSMAP 62st by Garmin. It has all the essential features, like a long battery life, tracking logs, an electronic […]
GoPano micro
October 22, 2012
Dream in panorama-vision? The GoPano micro is a lens attachment for the iPhone 4/4S that enables you to create 360° panoramic videos. Just snap the lens to your iPhone and tap record to make 360° videos instantly. But wait, there’s more! With the free GoPano video player app, these videos will be interactive, so you […]
Canyon Calling, Adventures for Women: New Zealand – The Best!
October 22, 2012
Everything New Zealand in one easy package. Highlights on this “New Zealand – The Best!” tour by Canyon Calling Adventures for Women include hiking a glacier that tumbles into a rain forest, sea-kayaking turquoise waters to golden sand beaches, sailing in the Bay of Islands and horse riding beneath the Southern Alps. This beautiful country, […]
Curvyman Cord Supervisor by Nite Ize
October 19, 2012
Darn cord always getting tangled? Not anymore! The Curvyman Cord Supervisor by Nite Ize is a cute little guy that you wrap your earbud (or other) cord round to keep it in line. Just by wrapping the slack around his middle, you’ll keep your cord tidy while running, hiking or just on the go. Curvyman […]
Wrightsock Coolmesh II
October 19, 2012
Yep, these socks really worked for us. After a strenuous 10 mile hike, the breathable mesh and wicking action found in these new Wrightsock Coolmesh II socks successfully kept our feet dry and cool… and voila, not a blister nor even a hint of one to be found. Apparently, one really can build a better […]
Los Angeles Halloween Half Marathon
October 19, 2012
Coming October 28, 2012. Start you partying early! Halloween partying that is. The Los Angeles Halloween Half Marathon (13.1 miles) and Mini Marathon (3.5 miles) start and finish near the L.A. Live sports complex and take runners through old Los Angeles along Figueroa Street past famous sites with bands playing, cheering squads, your own swag […]
Cytomax Energy Drops
October 18, 2012
Tired of goos and chews? Try drops. That is, try Cytomax Energy Drops. First, they taste great. Second, they dissolve quickly. Third, they pack a punch of energy in the form of carbohydrates and electrolytes. Fourth, they can be chewed prior to and during training. Fifth, they come in small packets that will carry you […]
Amphipod HandPod SmartView
October 18, 2012
It’s not just my phone I need to carry when I run. And that’s exactly what the folks at Amphipod thought too when they designed the HandPod SmartView. This clever case has a protective clear front panel for touch control of your smart phone or iPod plus zippered pockets to hold cash and id and […]
Nagoya International Women’s Marathon
October 18, 2012
Coming March 10, 2013. Girl power is international. The Nagoya International Women’s Marathon, sponsored by Nippon Cosmetics and Nike Japan, is a serious run through the historic central city. The course takes runners past the city’s most famous sites, Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Shrine, and starts and finishes at the Nagoya Dome. The record (so […]
Pedalite Pedal Lights
October 17, 2012
On a safety kick? We seem to be with another great bike accessory: Pedal Lights by Pedalite. These battery-free (yes!) pedal lights flash when the cyclist is pedaling and store just enough power to keep flashing when you’ve stopped at a road junction. And, you can see these lights up to 1km away. Each package […]
Reflective Chopspokes by Cyclelogical
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 […]
Bay Area Super Prestige Series Cyclocross
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 […]
UNREAL Candy
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% […]
Action Wipes Cooling Sports Spray
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 […]
Midwest Super Spartan Race
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 […]
Honey Stinger Fruit Smoothie Organic Energy Gel
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 […]
BlisterShield by 2Toms
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 […]