Apostle Islands Sea Kayak by Wilderness Inquiry
April 17, 2012
Coming May-September, 2012. Lots of folks are familiar with National Parks and Seashores, but did you know the US has National Lakeshores? The Apostle Islands National Lakeshore on Lake Superior lies in northwestern Wisconsin and hosts some great kayaking amongst rocky outcrops with sea caves as well as beaches, historic lighthouses and underwater shipwrecks. The […]
Outdoor Research Deluxe Spring Ring Headnet
April 16, 2012
No bug is gonna stop TrailblazerGirl. And while sometimes a spray does the trick, there are times when it just isn’t enough or just isn’t right with your skin cream… and yikes, what if you run out of spray anyhow? The Deluxe Spring Ring Headnet from Outdoor Research will collapse small enough to fit in to […]
Merrell Women’s Cambrian Emme Water Shoe
April 16, 2012
Where were these Merrell Women’s Cambrian Emme Water Shoes back when we were kids hopping from rock-to-rock in the streams and creeks of the Ohio Valley? They’re cushioned and stylish and designed to let the water drain out through the mesh and cut-outs on the sides, but then they also dry out quickly when you’re […]
Adventure Women: The Ultimate Wildlife Safari & Mountain Gorilla Trek: Uganda & Rwanda, East Africa
April 16, 2012
Coming May 14-27, 2012. Seeing the gorillas in their natural East African habitat on safari may be one of the most life-altering experiences you’ll have in your entire life and Adventure Women have arranged exactly that journey with their Ultimate Wildlife Safari & Mountain Gorilla Trek to Uganda and Rwanda. Okay, let’s address those security […]
Hobie Mirage Tandem Island
April 13, 2012
One of our editors is still in love with the Hobie-16, so whenever anything Hobie crosses our desk, it’s seized upon. Enter the Hobie Mirage Tandem Island. It’s a kayak. It’s a trimaran. It’s a kayak and a trimaran. And, maybe it’s an outrigger kayak too if you want to get technical. Two people can […]
Kayak Sea Drogue by Seattle Sports
April 13, 2012
Drift anchors slow you down by dragging water like a parachute might behind a drag racer, and a droque is essentially a drift anchor that happens to be shaped like a cone. The folks at Seattle Sports have designed a droque specifically for sea kayaks that can be easily stowed and folds up flat to […]
Outdoor Odysseys: Women on the Water
April 13, 2012
Coming June 29-July 1, 2012. The San Juan Islands are a marvel, and honestly, they’re made for kayaking. Located in the beautiful Puget Sound (Washington), don’t be surprised if you see orcas, whales, porpoises, and otters swimming around you as bald eagles fly overhead. Outdoor Odysseys is planning their Women on the Water weekend and […]
Tulip Lantern by Snow Peak
April 12, 2012
A lantern for the 21st century. The Tulip Lantern by Snow Peak has a sleek design and an LED light that can be set to different brightness and focus settings. The arm can be angled to aim the light any direction you want and it can be hung from a tree or the roof of […]
Sarah Long-Sleeve Rash Guard by UV Skinz
April 12, 2012
Abandon the solid colors for a cool Hawaiian print on your next swim shirt. Not only stylish, but with 50+ UPF protection, the Sarah Long-Sleeve Rash Guard by UV Skinz is also the healthy choice for your skin. Even if you don’t, everyone will think you’re a surfer chick as you walk down the beach enjoying […]
Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa on Addu Atoll in the Maldives
April 12, 2012
Okay TrailblazerGirls, imagine that your daily “training” routine includes beach yoga, night snorkeling, scuba diving, beach Frisbee, swimming, night fishing, nature hikes, bike tours and sumptuous meals all in a luxurious setting… in the Maldives. Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa on the Addu Atoll in the Maldives, a few hundred miles off the southern tip […]
Yu-Be Moisturizing Skin Cream
April 11, 2012
Tired of using greasy, petroleum-based skin care products for severe dry skin? Yu-Be (pronounced “yoo-bee”), the #1 selling medicated, vitamin-enriched skin care cream in Japan, is a non-greasy Glycerin-based moisturizing cream with vitamins C, E and B2. Due to its high Glycerin content, Yu-Be is renowned to be particularly effective on severe dry skin exposed […]
Casio H20G Hybrid-GPS Camera
April 11, 2012
We’re all in to geo-tagging our photos these days, but we usually have to wait to do that manually after we upload them to iPhoto or Adobe. But now Casio’s new EX-H20G offers ultra-precise location data for photos and videos right when the photo is taken and is also the first camera to even be […]
Amangiri Resort in Canyon Point, Utah
April 11, 2012
Sometimes you just gotta plan a TrailblazerGirl getaway yourself, and the Amangiri Resort in Canyon Point, Utah is the place to do it… offering private yoga classes, guided hikes, climbing and horseback riding with luxury accommodations in some of the most breath-taking landscape in the Southwest. This winner of Travel+Leisure’s USA 2011 Design Award for Best […]
JOOS Orange Portable Solar Charger
April 10, 2012
Ready to recharge your phones or camera in camp? While portable solar chargers are becoming common, the JOOS Orange is not only durable but also waterproof and even more importantly, it works in real-world light conditions, including in the shade and even when it’s raining lightly. It also charge more quickly than a lot of […]
The Hybrid Stick
April 10, 2012
Deep tissue massage works well not only for muscle cramps but also to improve strength, disperse the effects of lactic acid build-up and accelerate muscle recovery. Sometimes a tool helps to dig into those muscles behind the knees, neck and forearms, and that’s where The Stick comes in. The Hybrid Stick is the newest model […]
Active Adventure by Women Traveling Together: Galapagos Islands
April 10, 2012
Coming June 29 – July 7, 2012. An active adventure in the Galapagos Islands… start at the exact “Middle of the World,” latitude 0º, and follow in the footsteps of the Otavalos, the Incas and the Spanish through Quito, Ecuador as you prepare for your cruise on the Isabel II yacht, designed for a first-class […]
Bobble Water Bottle
April 9, 2012
Stylish reusable water bottles have become widely accepted now, and the next step in this movement is likely to be reusable bottles with filters, like the Bobble. The Bobble uses a replaceable carbon filter to remove chlorine and organic contaminants, and each filter works for about 300 bottles worth of water. The bottles come in […]
Shoe ID by Road ID
April 9, 2012
The Shoe ID by Road ID is essentially a laser engraved “dog tag” that can be easily attached to your shoe. It means that you can run or hike or cycle without the need to carry an ID card. And as an added feature, the Velcro strap has a reflective stripe and comes in three […]
4 Seasons: Karen Lundgren’s Women’s Only MTB Retreat
April 9, 2012
Coming May 25-28, 2012. Karen Lundgren’s Women’s Only Mountain Bike Retreat up in Big Bear (east of Los Angeles) brings together one of the most experienced riders with some of the most fun and adventurous mountain trails in the region. Karen will be showing you not only the skills to navigate climbs, turns and switchbacks, […]
Injinji Performance Series Original Toesock
April 6, 2012
From “mitten” shoes to “mitten” socks, there’s more to these than just a fun and funky look. By providing a separation of the toes, these toesocks (we still prefer to say “foot mittens”) by Injinji apparently help to properly align your toes for better posture and balance. Also, that extra material absorbs more moisture between […]
Vibram’s FiveFingers KSO
April 6, 2012
Vibram-made soles are popping up on shoes made by lots of manufacturers, but Vibram also makes its own shoes. Their FiveFingers KSO for women is one of the most versatile and popular styles due to its comfort and versatility. What we like to call the “mitten” style, because the shoe fits around each toe, is […]
Athleta Iron Girl Triathlon – Lake Las Vegas
April 6, 2012
Coming May 6, 2012. Iron Man? Never heard of it. Iron Girl… yep that’s the one. Leave the hubby at the nickel slots and head out to Lake Las Vegas, Nevada for the Athleta Iron Girl Triathlon. It’s an 800meter swim followed by a 22.5K bike ride followed by a 5K run. To give you […]
TYR Femme T-72 Ellipse Metallized Goggles
April 5, 2012
Having problems with your gear, especially on a swim, is the absolute worst. Your goggles need to fit right, and they need to work without any concerns. These T-72 Ellipse “Metallized” goggles by TYR are made for women. They’ve been designed to have a low profile for outstanding fit and comfort. The gaskets are hypoallergenic, […]
Cynthia Rowley Wetsuit for Roxy
April 5, 2012
What do you get when you cross Cynthia Rowley’s vibrantly colored dresses with Roxy’s surfwear? You get this flirty color-blocked 2mm Neoprene wetsuit, perfect for Spring. Since 1990 when QuickSilver launched the Roxy line for women, it has become synonymous with women in surfing, and now with designers contributing to their look, they’re going to […]