Kayenne Lady Goggle by Aqua Sphere
May 1, 2012
Good vision while swimming? Yea sure. But then Aqua Sphere has just come out with their new Kayenne Lady Goggle. The lens have great visibility in low light, are over-sized and durable with 180-degree visibility and 100% UV protection, and most importantly are built with an anti-fog and scratch resistant material. Finally, the technology is […]
Statue of Liberty Swim
May 1, 2012
Coming June 29, 2012. Not just for women, but too much fun to pass up. This fourth annual Statue of Liberty Swim, organized by NYC Swim, is a 1.2-kilometer swim around Liberty Island, the home of the Statue of Liberty. Imagine the stories you’ll share from this truly unique experience. If you can’t swim, you […]
Zipbud Juiced Earphones
April 30, 2012
Are you tired of trying to untangle your earbuds? Or perhaps the wires always catching on things. Well, the clever folks at Zipbuds have figured out a super innovative new tangle-free zipper-like cord. Their award-winning Juiced Earphones have wires that zip-up and stay untangled while still delivering great sound. Perfect for keeping them out of […]
Eco Extreme Waterproof Speakers
April 30, 2012
Dance party on the beach! Now your speakers go all-terrain with the The Eco Extreme waterproof case. Just put your player inside and you’re good to start jammin’. It works with mp3 players and cell phones including the iPhone, iPod Touch, Motorola Droid and Blackberry. It has a rugged, rubberized protective body, and most importantly, […]
Opening of the Wales Coast Path
April 30, 2012
Opening May 5, 2012. A bit of trivia…which is the first country to provide a formal trail encompassing its entire coastline… the answer is Wales and the Wales Coast Path is opening for the first time this week. The 870 mile (1400 km) trail will run from Chester in the north to Chepstow in the […]
Odette Dress Guard by Simeli
April 27, 2012
Yes, you can where a dress when riding your bike…. as long as your bike is wearing a dress guard. Well, that’s what we imagined saying as we explained that a dress guard is an attachment to your bike that covers part of the rear wheel so that your dress doesn’t get caught in the […]
“Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail” by Cheryl Strayed
April 27, 2012
You can read this as a personal and moving memoir but you can also read this as one hiker’s adventure. A little background: the Pacific Crest Trail is a 2,650 mile scenic trail that runs from Mexico through the US to Canada. Now the adventure: Having hit a very low point in her life, the […]
The SeaWheeze Lululemon Half Marathon
April 27, 2012
Coming August 11, 2012. The year our friends at Lululemon are inaugurating their first annual half marathon, The SeaWheeze, and they’re calling it “the most fun half-marathon in the world.” The route will travel along the beautiful banks of Vancouver, and the run is part of a whole weekend of of special events including an […]
Ergon GP1 Biokork Grips
April 26, 2012
Bike gloves are great but what if someone made better grips. We mean really better grips… made from something soft… like cork. That’s what the folks at Ergon Bike Ergonomics figured out. Their new GP1 Biokork bike grips have a plastic reinforced inner core surrounded by antibacterial and hypoallergenic cork filled with a gel in the […]
RIG 1200 Hydration Pack by Geigerrig
April 26, 2012
As you’ve been watching folks on the trail, has it made you start thinking about getting a hydration pack for yourself as well? The new RIG 1200 by Geigerrig carries 100 oz and is easy to refill and clean. It also has a pouch for your iPod and is ergonomically designed to fit just right […]
The Best of Peru by Adventure Women
April 26, 2012
Coming June 4-15, 2012. Travel in luxury to the ancient city of Machu Picchu with our friends from Adventure Women. But that will just be one of many highlights as you discover the history and archaeology of the best of ancient Peru when you go on to visit Lima, Cuzco and Urubamba’s Sacred Valley. During […]
Wilson Juice Pro BLX Tennis Racquet
April 25, 2012
The weather warming so it’s time to cross-train and hit the courts. We look for the best, so which racquet does Victoria Azarenka, the current #1 ranked female tennis player in the world, use? It’s the Wilson Juice Pro BLX Tennis Racquet. The new Juice is lighter-weight, has a mid-plus head size and delivers more power […]
Nite Ize Marker Band
April 25, 2012
Worried that your reflective vest isn’t catching the eye of some of those drivers as you run or cycle early in the morning and late at night? Well, help is here… help in the form of an LED armband bright enough to be seen up to a mile away. The new Marker Band by Nite […]
Ridge to Bridge Hike, Run and Ride
April 25, 2012
Coming April 28, 2012. Take advantage of one of The San Francisco Bay Area’s most spectacular hike, run and ride events along the Ridge Trail in Marin County and across the Golden Gate Bridge. You can hike with friends and family or run as part of your training for the upcoming marathon or cycle the […]
Bookman Bike Light
April 24, 2012
When a group of accomplished Swedish designers put their mind to solving the problems of all of those college kids cycling through the streets, you get this wonderfully functional and simple Bookman Bike Light. It straps-on to the handlebars in a second and pops-off just as fast so you can throw them in your bag. […]
Specialized S-Works Prevail Bike Helmet
April 24, 2012
Specialized has been making bike helmets for women for a long time, and their new top of the line women’s helmet is the S-Works Prevail model. The keys to a great helmet are great protection and great fit. The S-Works Prevail has Kevlar reinforcements and comfortable, easy-to-adjust straps, which are thinner and more flexible than previous models. […]
$300 discount for Wine Country Yoga and Adventure Retreat
April 24, 2012
$300 discount for TrailblazerGirl readers! Our friends at Women’s Quest are offering a $300 discount just for readers of TrailblazerGirl for their April 29 – May 4, 2012 Wine Country Yoga and Adventure Retreat in Sonoma. The week long adventure will expose you to a rejuvenating blend of activity and relaxation with a supportive group […]
Sage 55 by Gregory Packs
April 23, 2012
Backpacks are NOT one-size-fits-all. Gregory has several lines of backpacks designed specifically for women, and their Sage 55 model is the newest in their line of all-mountain technical packs. It addresses the female anatomy with different frame sizes and weight-balance, and it addresses female sensibilities with super smart features like a handy side stash for […]
National Parks Thermal Flask by Pendleton
April 23, 2012
With this being National Park Week (come-on, get out there and take advantage), nothing would be more appropriate than this thermal flask by Pendleton labeled with the classic window decals that were given to park visitors back in the 1920s. It’s retro-chic and functional. What more could you ask for?
National Park Week
April 23, 2012
Coming April 21-29, 2012. Get ready because everyone of the 397 parks in the US National Park System will have free admission for the entire week. Yep, that means you can go everywhere from Acadia, American Somoa and Arches to Yellowstone, Yosemite and Zion all for free. It’s a great time to check out all […]
ElliptiGO 11R
April 20, 2012
How many times have you used the elliptical machine at the gym? Now, imagine adding wheels to it and hitting the road. Yep, that’s the inspiration behind the ElliptiGO. These geniuses started with that idea and lo-and-behold actually made it happen. The 11R model is designed for racing and endurance events with carbon-fiber drive arms […]
ClipLit by Nite Ize
April 20, 2012
We found this cool little use-everywhere light in honor of Earth Day 2012 this Sunday. Sometimes a simple idea is just what you need, and this ClipLit LED by Nite Ize fills that very obvious need for a little light that can be clipped on to anything and go anywhere. It’s bright, water-resistant, durable, easy […]
Amgen Tour of California Bike Race – VIP Ticket
April 20, 2012
Coming May 13-20: Yea it’s free to watch, but did you know that the 8-day Amgen Tour of California Bike Race has a little-known VIP program too? The VIP program lets you ride in one of the chase cars during the race as well as rushing ahead at the end of the leg to enjoy […]
Cooljet 501 by Life is Tennis
April 19, 2012
Our friends at Life is Tennis (aka Jet Imports) were tired of hauling around large, bulky rectangular bags to go play tennis, so they created a unique, stylish line of tennis bags for ladies. These bags were so different, they were even awarded patents for them. The new Cooljet 501 can be worn as a […]