Olympic Collection Women’s Patch Hoodie by The Bay
August 1, 2012
Cheer on Team Canada! Everyone relax, we’re taking turns, and today it’s Canada’s time to shine. And fortunately for all of us who are friends with our Maple Leafed cousins, Canada’s The Bay, part of the Hudson’s Bay Company, has produced a 2012 line of Canadian Olympic Team Replica Apparel. And like TrailblazerGirl, this collection […]
Banff National Park
August 1, 2012
Canada’s oldest National Park. Interestingly, it all started by accident. As the story goes… in the fall of 1883, three Canadian Pacific Railway workers stumbled across a cave containing hot springs on the slopes of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains, not far from the Banff railway station (named after a town in Scotland). From that beginning, the […]
London 2012 Team GB Logo T-Shirt by Marks and Spencer
July 31, 2012
Since today honors our UK friends, we found this very sharp London 2012 Team GB Logo T-Shirt at Marks and Spencer. This round neck tee is made from a cool breathable fabric and with the understated blue Union Flag print and GB logo, it’s something that any of us would be happy to wear during […]
Union Jack Print Track Cami by Sweaty Betty
July 31, 2012
Better than anyone, the UK blends the traditional and the modern so well. And, in our continuing but slightly off-beat coverage of cool Olympic inspired gear, this Union Jack Print Track Cami by Sweaty Betty blends the flag of mother UK and the long cami with its skinny racer-back and drawstring at the hip (to […]
Swim the English Channel
July 31, 2012
An Anglo-French Original: Swim the English Channel. Interestingly, this is something you schedule with the Channel Swimming & Piloting Federation because they’re the ones to arrange for a pilot boat to escort you across the Channel. The 21-mile stretch that separates England and France is one of the most iconic swims in the world, and […]
Team USA Shop
July 30, 2012
Today, it’s Team USA gear… all the Olympic gear you can imagine to support Team USA. Yea, we’ll do other countries too, but if you want to cheer on the the United States today (aka The Colonies, Estados Unidos, États-Unis, Yr Unol Daleithiau, Statys Unys, Stáit Aontaithe Mheiriceá, Stadoù-Unanet, …), check out the official 2012 […]
Team USA Official Polo by Ralph Lauren
July 30, 2012
Controversy aside, these Team USA Official Polo by Ralph Lauren are very, very cool. They come in 3 colors, look like real Olympic gear and most importantly, you can personalize them with your own name. Yep, you read that right, you can add your own name to the polo shirt. If not for yourself, this […]
Yellowstone National Park
July 30, 2012
A US first: America’s oldest National Park. Interestingly, Yellowstone is the home to not only Old Faithful but also the majority of the world’s geysers. This is the main reason the park was established in 1872, and it’s now the last natural temperate zone ecosystem on Earth. And something else a lot don’t know, this […]
2012 Olympics Country Flags T-Shirt
July 27, 2012
Curiously hard to find, this exclusive 2012 Olympics NBC Country Flags T-Shirt features the flags of many of the participating countries as well as the official London 2012 logo in the center. It’s a tee we can all wear proudly, no matter where we come from, to show our Olympic spirit and fellowship. And in […]
2012 Olympics Wenlock Women’s T-Shirt
July 27, 2012
Not every Olympics tee we wear has to look like a jersey. The 2012 Olympics Wenlock Women’s T-Shirt in aqua has the cute (okay, somewhat bizarre) mascot, Wenlock, and the official 2012 Olympics logo in magenta. If you’re curious about Wenlock, and aren’t we all, there’s a children’s short story that explains how the character […]
Watch the 2012 Olympics
July 27, 2012
How many sports are there? Well this year, there are 36 major Olympics sports in the 2012 London Games, and one of our goals at TrailblazerGirl this year is to give everyone of them a try. Here is the list: Archery Athletics Badminton Basketball Beach Volleyball Boxing Canoe Slalom Canoe Sprint Cycling – BMX Cycling […]
Folding Camp Utensils by MSR
July 26, 2012
Ultralight folding utensils for camping. The new Folding Camp Utensils by MSR are made with safe, ultralight, non-leaching materials and collapse so they can be efficiently packed. Available in 4 colors, which makes sense so you can keep track of which set belongs to whom.
HotLips Titanium 600 Mug by Snow Peak
July 26, 2012
Hot lips redefined. Yep, now “hot lips” doesn’t just refer to an old M*A*S*H character, it also refers to a clever attachment for a cup to protect your lips from, well, getting too hot. The HotLips Titanium 600 Mug by Snow Peak essentially has two parts. The HotLips attachment is a silicone protector that clips […]
Camping in Zion National Park, Utah
July 26, 2012
Zion reminds you who’s really in charge, and it’s not us. It’s nature. The trails here were blazed by ancient peoples and pioneers who all gazed up at the cream-, pink- and red-colored sandstone cliffs. Hike the narrow slot canyon, and see Zion’s unique plants (like the Pinyon-Juniper Forest) and animals (like the ringtail cat). […]
Women’s Training Lightweight Petal Hem Vest by Danskin
July 25, 2012
Everyone says to bring layers. But what exactly should those layers be? Well, you won’t go wrong if one of them is the Women’s Training Lightweight Petal Hem Vest by Danskin. This lightweight vest, with its drawstring mesh hood, includes a handy inner pocket, side zip pockets and a vented back yoke. It’s thin enough […]
Women’s Barefoot Life Serene Glove by Merrell
July 25, 2012
Cute shoes for walking are hard to find. Most are rugged looking, but the Women’s Barefoot Life Serene Glove by Merrell is both cute and designed for an active day. It has a Vibram sole and the upper is made from full grain leather and mesh. It comes in 5 cute styles and the ribbon […]
The Pearl Laguna Program
July 25, 2012
Yoga by the yogis. The Pearl Laguna in Laguna Beach (SoCal) is offering a calming and gorgeous week-long program for those who want to take their yoga to another level. At their ashram, more like a boutique yoga-spa, you’ll find yourself rejuvenating through a cleansing diet with yoga, hiking and meditation. And yes, their is […]
Lightning Vest by Dargelos
July 24, 2012
Safety made uber-stlyish. The Lightning Vest by Dargelos in Brooklyn is “a hand-netted, highly visible safety vest made from a custom developed, 3M reflective, lightweight material. It can be worn all year, day or night, and layered over a jacket or dress. The details make this vest ultra functional: a neck opening large enough to […]
Kransky Bike Lock by Knog
July 24, 2012
The wacky but stylish designers at Knog have released their new Kransky Bike Lock. This Silicone overmoulded braided 12mm steel cable with a fiber core comes in four colors. Don’t be afraid of all their (ahem) sausage innuendos because these are good solid locks that easily wrap around your frame (see, now they have us […]
Solvang’s Finest Century
July 24, 2012
Coming November 10, 2012. One of the best century and metric century rides in all of Southern California. With no crowds and spanning SoCal’s best cycling region, Solvang’s Finest Century is a must for serious cyclists. Included will be a delicious post-ride meal and feel good about this because a portion of every entry fee […]
In the Curl Top by Odina
July 23, 2012
Created for the female surfer and all TrailblazerGirls that appreciate a swim suit that unites function and fashion, the In the Curl Top by Odina has a halter bandeau with a scrunch of accent fabric in the back to help keep the straps in place and add support. It’s a redesign of the classic top with […]
Women’s Give-N-Go Travel Underwear by Exofficio
July 23, 2012
Dries in minutes. Okay, well that depends on the temperature, but our tests showed that the Women’s Give-N-Go Travel Underwear by Exofficio dried so fast, it felt like just a few minutes. Our friends at Exofficio have designed them so that you can just toss them in the laundry or wash them in a sink. […]
Maui Jim’s Women’s Adventure Series
July 23, 2012
Coming September 27-October 1, 2012. On this 5-day Maui Jim’s Women’s Adventure Series getaway, you’ll have to overcome the insurmountable obstacles (yes, sarcasm at work) of surviving your own private accommodations at the Hyatt Regency in Lahaina, Maui as well as the struggles (again the sarcasm) of enjoying yoga, stand-up paddleboarding, surfing and meals all […]
Pet Basket by Nantucket Bike Basket Company
July 20, 2012
Have pet, will travel. The Pet Basket by Nantucket Bike Basket Company is the cutest little basket to carry your pet on the front of your bike. The basket comes with a quick release bracket, wire lid, fleece pad and plush dog toy, and it’s designed for small dogs or cats that are 10 pounds […]