June 1, 2012
We’re guessing you’ve heard of the Dolomites but aren’t quite sure where they are or why you’d go there. Well, the Dolomites is the name for a series of mesmerizing mountain ranges, forming the eastern most part of the Alps in northeastern Italy, and one of the newest UNESCO World Heritage Sites. With vistas that […]
May 31, 2012
Us TrailblazerGirls don’t have a problem resolving the dichotomy of staying clean and going camping. Hey, just take a shower with you, and our friends at Seattle Sports have now just released their new PVC-free Solar Shower. Built with eco-friendly materials, the Solar Shower is a bag that you fill with water, leave in the […]
May 31, 2012
What is an “adjustable” sleeping bag? The newest trend is to have sleeping bags that can be configured differently depending on the weather, and the new Adjustable Sleeping Bag by Coleman does just that by using a divided cover with top and bottom flaps that allow campers to change how warm the bag is. So, […]
May 31, 2012
Coming July 15, 2012. Welcome to the Beach Babe Bicycling Classic of Long Beach, CA. The team at Noble Pursuit, a group that organizes bicycling events for women, has arranged for another great casual cycling event along the beautiful southern California coastline where you’ll enjoy what promises to be gorgeous weather, a paved bike trail […]
May 30, 2012
Better than a kickstand? The new UpStand Bike Stand by the Upstanding Bicycle Company is a super lightweight (40 grams), super strong (carbon fiber), easily stow-able (folds down to 5.5 inches), detachable (uses magnets) stand for your bike that is better than the heavyweight options you see in the store (which is why lots of […]
May 30, 2012
Don’t let no rain stop you. The brand-new waterproof Roadie by Detours protects your smart phone (or paper map) while mounted on your bike’s frame right where you can see it (e.g. for navigation or just easy access, like for changing songs). Its quick-release bracket makes it easy to take with you when you get […]
May 30, 2012
Coming June 30-July 4, 2012. The Suffolk Coast is one of England’s designated “Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty,” and this cycling tour organized by WalkingWomen will take you through the picturesque fishing villages and townships that make it so charming. With 3-4 hours per day, cycling should not be too strenuous and this will be […]
May 29, 2012
A “no fly zone”… for insects near your head. The Women’s No Fly Zone Boonie (hat) by KÖPPEN has built-in insect repellent to keep the bugs away while also keeping you cool and dry with its wicking headband and mesh panel. And, the easily adjustable bungee cord ensures it fits just right all day long. […]
May 29, 2012
A practical trailer for you bike? Seattle Sports has released their Paddleboy Go! Cart, a trailer for your bike that can be configured to carry all sorts of things, even canoes, kayaks, surfboards, SUP boards and sailboards. The key is their patented quick-release hitch that holds the cart to your bike’s rear hub. The Paddleboy […]
May 29, 2012
Coming June 9, 2012. For both newbies and experienced rock climbers, this class will either introduce you to the basics of climbing or to amazing rocks at the Castle Rock State Park in the Bay Area. The professional women instructors with the Outdoor Adventure Club promote “Learn As You Play” climbing adventures for women all […]
May 25, 2012
The Windcheetah is the only recumbent bike (really a “trike”) to have set several major speed and endurance records and has even been exhibited in the Museum of Modern Art and the Guggenheim Museum. But the HyperSport model is even more impressive. Key parts are made with Carbon Fiber; the seat sits on a suspensions […]
May 25, 2012
I still remember my mom saying to me everyday, “stand up straight!” I wish I had listened, but fortunately others heard the same from their moms and now our friends at Intelliskin have just come out with the Eve Shirt for Women 2.0 which is designed to help support your back and shoulders and ultimately […]
May 25, 2012
Dumb question of the day… do you like chocolate? How about a resort with its own Cacao (the botanical name for chocolate) Plantation? Or lounging around the infinity pool ordering chocolate treats in addition to cocktails? Yep, the luxurious Boucan resort in St. Lucia is now open. It’s owned and operated by the Hotel Chocolat […]
May 24, 2012
Going hiking this summer? TrailblazerGirl always takes a windbreaker at least, and we’re very happy to say that Columbia has just come out with a new Bug Shield mesh jacket with Insect Blocker to keep away those pests. Insect Blocker is Columbia’s odorless repellant bonded right into the material and stays active for up to […]
May 24, 2012
High performance sun glasses for serious cyclists and runners are easily found, but what if you TrailblazerGirls have a hard to fit face? For this, the folks at the Rudy Project have designed the Ability, pictured here with the white frame and bichromic pink lenses. The real value to these Ability glasses is that they […]
May 24, 2012
Hike the Fantasy Island. What’s known as one of the most beautiful coastal hikes in the entire world, the Nā Pali Coast on the island of Kauai (Hawaii) blends the majesty of steep mountains right alongside the tropical Pacific. This trail, which you’ve likely seen in movies and TV countless times, is no casual hike. […]
May 23, 2012
Magically add UPF protection to your clothing. Just add 1 small box (equal to 1 oz) of SunGuard to your laundry detergent, and it washes UPF 30 sun protection into your clothing. That’s enough to block more than 96% of the sun’s harmful rays, and the protection lasts 20 washings. With all the outdoors clothing […]
May 23, 2012
It’s like a trailer-in-a-box. Everything you need to start camping with a trailer: a lightweight trailer with a pop-up tent, inflatable mattresses, an awning kit, bed/table panels, etc. This all-in-one SylvanSport GO has assembled quality components in a simple but complete little package for the fun weekend camper, but the really clincher is that the […]
May 23, 2012
Coming June 23 or September 8, 2012. Yes, women like to fish too, especially when there’s beautiful scenery and a good TrailblazerGirl friend along, and you can bet the picnics we bring along are a lot better than the guys. But, there are few courses geared for women, so we’re happy to present these 1-day […]
May 22, 2012
Imagine passively boiling water while actively cooking. Wait, what does that mean? The Jompy is essentially a coiled tube that rests over your campfire. So, the campfire heats the water in the tube while also passing through to cook your food in a pot resting on the Jompy. This handy little device from our friends […]
May 22, 2012
What’s been called “the world’s safest earphones,” EarHero’s earbuds are made to fit in your ear canal without blocking out ambient sound, so you will still hear street noises while listening to music. Sure you might not be able to phase out with these, but when you’re running or cycling on city streets, that’s a […]
May 22, 2012
Coming July 27-28, 2012. The Whistler Off Road Cycling Association (WORCA) is sponsoring a two day mountain bike adventure for women, and in good spirit, it’s called Charlie’s Angels. You’ll be part of a team of 80 women, each classified by computer into one of Charlie’s three original Angels. Then, be prepared for two events: […]
May 21, 2012
Dreamed of voyaging the oceans of the world… by rowing? Jill Fredston has more than twenty thousand miles of ocean rowing, including across the shorelines of Alaska, Canada, Greenland and Norway. Like those adventures on the great trails, Jill and her husband have “sea-trekked” through hurricane-force winds, ice fields and fended off grizzlies, polar bears […]
May 21, 2012
A surf report on your iPhone or iPod Touch. Monitor the weather and swells and chart a 2–day forecast for thousands of your favorite beaches around the world. This app actually marries surf reports from Surfline.com and news, photos, and athlete bios from Oakley.com all for free, so check it out.