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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]