The Royal Livingstone Hotel, Victoria Falls
October 2, 2012
Dreaming of an exotic luxurious African adventure? Between Zambia and Zimbabwe on the Zambezi River lies the ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ (translated as the “Cloud that Thunders”), more recently named by David Livingstone after Queen Victoria: Victoria Falls. And, there on the Zambian side lies the 5-plus star Royal Livingstone Hotel, an ideal base for whitewater rafting, canoeing, […]
UVSunSense Wristbands
October 1, 2012
You need sunscreen! Okay Mom, stop nagging (although now it seems we’re the ones doing the nagging). It’s just so important, and now with these UVSunSense Wristbands, they have no excuse. The bands simply wrap around your wrist (or the wrist of your kids or SO) and simply change color as the sunscreen that you’ve […]
Petzl ELIA Helmet
October 1, 2012
A climbing helmet designed for women. The Petzl ELIA Helmet is not only specifically sized for women with a smaller headband, it also allows for ponytails and is adjustable in what seems like an infinite number of ways to fit over your hair, around your ears and under your chin. The bottom line is that […]
Red Rocks Fall Clinic with Chicks Rock!
October 1, 2012
Picture Red Rocks, Nevada. A beautiful landscape just outside of Las Vegas dominated by the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area where large red rock formations jut up near sandstone peaks. Here is where you will learn the skills to be a true rock climber and who better than the ladies at Chicks-With-Picks and Chicks-Rock! […]
Ball Claw by Tourna
September 28, 2012
Thankfully, you no longer have to stick a tennis ball under your skirt to hold on to it. The Ball Claw by Tourna clips to your waistband and holds the ball securely. And later when you want to take it home, it folds easily to fit in your pocket.
Game Skort by Lolë
September 28, 2012
Tennis for the hip crowd. The Game Skort by Lolë is made for the now generation of women tennis players who want to put a twist on the classics. This UPF 50+ skort is made from a 4-way stretch blend of polyester and elastane with a wicking treatment to keep you dry as well as […]
Ladies Tennis Retreat by Cliff Drysdale at The Ritz Carlton, Key Biscayne, Miami
September 28, 2012
Coming October 17-21 (and again 24-28), 2012. There are tennis camps and then there is the Ladies Tennis Retreat by Cliff Drysdale at The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne, Miami. This is the largest and most complete tennis venue of any Ritz-Carlton resort worldwide. And the retreat includes 4 nights luxurious accommodations at The Ritz-Carlton, a welcome […]
Straight Jacket Bike Lock by Knog
September 27, 2012
A bike lock that kicks butt. That has to be what the folks at Knog were thinking when they put together the Straight Jacket Bike Lock. This is one solid piece of steel shackle (ahem, chain). Yea, at a couple of pounds, it may weigh a bit more (you can handle it), but no one […]
Spinner Recycled Bike Tube Backpack by Green Guru
September 27, 2012
Going green… with bike tubes? Yep, the geniuses at Green Guru are now taking old bike tubes and water bottles and transforming them into the amazing Spinner Recycled Bike Tube Backpack. This backpack has all the features of your favorite day pack with the addition of a laptop pocket, outer pockets for water bottles, an […]
Outerbike 2012 Moab, Utah
September 27, 2012
Coming October 3, 2012. The Outerbike expo in Moab, Utah will be your chance to test ride next year’s bikes on world-class roads before the rest of the world gets a peek. For three days, you’ll be able to see and test ride next year’s innovations in cycling on 20 miles of connected loops that […]
Women’s Quantum Hood by Icebreaker
September 26, 2012
A hoodie for stylish women? Yep, it can be done. The Women’s Quantum Hood by Icebreaker, made with merino wool, is perfect for that cooler weather. Along with being lined and having thumb holes to keep your hands warm, its hour-shaped design fits just right, and it has a small pocket that’s ideal for your […]
BlueSeventy Women’s TX3000 Tri Suit
September 26, 2012
Special gear for triathletes? Yep, the BlueSeventy Women’s TX3000 Tri Suit may very well improve your time. It addresses keeping you cool (because its Microskin fabric is permeable), keeping you comfortable (because it stretches in all ways to fit just right), keeping your muscles taut (because it’s designed with graduated compression to help with muscle […]
SheROX Bermuda Triathlon/Duathlon
September 26, 2012
Coming November 4, 2012. The SheROX Bermuda Triathlon/Duathlon is a sprint distance triathlon/duathlon… in Bermuda. Yes, Bermuda. That means you can talk your SO into coming along and then duck-out for the race and then return for a vacation of festivities… in Bermuda. Yes, Bermuda. Not that it matters, because you’ll be in Bermuda, but the […]
Sombrero Juicer by Umbra
September 25, 2012
Fresh juice while camping? Yep, if you happen to backpack and set-up camp near oranges or peaches or another juicy fruit of some sort, what better way to take advantage than to have a mini juicer right there in your pack, and that’s exactly what the folks at Umbra figured when they made the Sombrero […]
Ortik Forum and Approach Tents
September 25, 2012
A modular tent system… from the future. The new Forum and Approach Tents by Ortik (a Portuguese company) comprise a system of tents that can be joined together into a network of tent rooms. You’d start with the Forum central tent and then add on the Approach 2 and Approach 3 tents for additional rooms. […]
Booderee National Park, Australia
September 25, 2012
On our ongoing exploration ’round the world, we’re seeking the best gear and the best places to use it, and that led us to one of Australia Geographic’s top 18 camping spots: The Booderee National Park. The best time to go is either in June or July when you can see humpback and southern right […]
Vixen Helmet by Shred Ready
September 24, 2012
Protect your noggin’ in the whitewater. The women’s Vixen Helmet by Shred Ready was designed for kayaking, wake-boarding, kite-boarding, rafting and other water sports where you’ll want to protect your head. The Vixen is styled after the classic Scooby helmet with a solid rigidity and strength to the shell. Comes in 9 colors.
NRS Big Earl SUP Board
September 24, 2012
An inflatable SUP? Yep, the new NRS Big Earl SUP Board folds-up to carry in a backpack (along with the pump). It’s built to be stable and convenient and weights just 29 lbs. So now, you can hike through the trees to get to your favorite beach and take-off from there.
C-Street Waveski and SUP Surfing Challenges in Ventura, CA
September 24, 2012
The next big sport? Waveski Surfing is a dynamic sport combining the paddle power of a kayak with the maneuverability and performance of a surfboard. A Waveski resembles a thick surfboard with a seat, fins, footstraps, and seatbelt, and a rider can ‘eskimo roll’ it on the waves. The C-Street Waveski and SUP Surfing Challenges […]
Spearmint Body Butter by Rocky Mountain Soap Company
September 21, 2012
A serious moisturizer you can take on the airplane? Yep, the Spearmint Body Butter by the Rocky Mountain Soap Company technically contains no liquids so there are no restrictions for flying. Its blend of essential oils, including spearmint, is refreshing while still providing deep moisturizing for those long outdoor trips in the brisk air. The […]
Vasque Mantra 2.0 GTX
September 21, 2012
Simply a great hiking shoe. With its solid construction and Vibram soles, these Mantra 2.0 GTX for women by Vasque made hiking over uneven, rocky ground, not even noticeable on our tester’s feet. That alone was amazing! But wait, there’s more. The toebox area is wider than most which made these shoes much more comfortable (thank […]
The Foliage Network
September 21, 2012
Sometimes when you hike is as important as where. And with the first day of autumn coming up (September 22), one of our favorite hikes is going to be through the woods during the “changing of the colors” aka fall foliage. However, it that can be hard to time, but no more since our friends […]
Women’s Pacer 2-in-1 Skeggin by Mountain Hardwear
September 20, 2012
Here’s the skort for cooler weather. Why? because the cleverly designed built-in tights on the Women’s Pacer 2-in-1 Skeggin by Mountain Hardwear are definitely going to keep you warm. That along with its fast drying, stretch fabric and water-repellant finish, this skort is clearly designed for some in-climate weather. The pockets are placed in the […]
JammyPacks
September 20, 2012
Don’t call them fanny pack speakers. That doesn’t do them justice. The JammyPack is the accessory for hikers and runners who want to move on down, move on down the road. Its built-in speakers connect to any iPod, mobile phone, mp3/cd player, hand held game and multi-media devices, and they’re water-resistant and deliver 3W of […]