March 6, 2019
As promised, here’s another winning item from our friends at rabbit…the spaghetti BRA-vo. Yes, rabbit makes some awesome clothes for runners, but don’t overlook using these champions for all of your TrailblazerGirl adventures. This sports bra is a cutie coming in bright colors and all-purpose black, with a contrasting color inside that is made out of […]
March 6, 2019
Designed by runners for runners. The Smarter Pants from our friends at rabbit have proven to be an essential (or should we say smarter?!) addition to our active wardrobe. The founders of rabbit are two very impressive ladies that are lifelong runners so they know their stuff. They were looking for running apparel that met […]
March 6, 2019
Coming March 16, 2019. Remember to wear your green! The Blarney Blitz is a big celebration of St. Patrick’s Day held in the city of Peoria, in central Illinois. There’s a 5K run/walk on a flat course along the riverfront, followed by a party with live Irish music, food, and of course, green drinks at the […]
March 5, 2019
Handy little packets for removing funky smells! The folks at Remodeez have a solution to take care of the stinkiness that comes with being active. The key is activated charcoal derived from coconut husks. This has a double whammy action by removing the moisture that harbors the bacteria and fungus causing the odors as well […]
March 5, 2019
Coming March 24, 2019. Rock pose and rock climbing! Join Outward Bound for their Smith Rock Climbing and Yoga, a six-day course just for women. Identified as the birthplace of sport climbing and one of the 7 Wonders of Oregon, this central Oregon location offers a stunning setting with sheer cliffs and spires of tuff and […]
March 4, 2019
PROMO CODE ALERT…A smart wallet for smart people! The folks at Ekster have designed the Senate wallet to replace that bulky wallet that we all carry around. This minimalist, classy, leather wallet holds 4-6 cards, such as credit cards, ID, and an insurance card, in a super compact package – only 0.33 inches deep by 4.1 […]
March 4, 2019
Coming March 30, 2019. Spring will soon be here, so it’s time to start thinking about dusting off that mountain bike. Head to Bend, Oregon for the Ladies AllRide Mountain Bike Skills Camp, a one-day course held in conjunction with the Bend Women’s March and Outdoor Women’s Fest. Bend is a great place to explore the […]
March 1, 2019
Why lug your skis your shoulder when you can wheel them! The Ski-Z Ski Wheel is a clever pocket-sized invention that will make the trek to the slope so much easier. Insert the tips of your skis into the caddy, secure them with the velcro strap, and you’re set to go. Push or pull, either […]
March 1, 2019
From the dream of an eight-year-old boy to the amazing achievement of a twenty-three-year-old man, The Kid Who Climbed Everest is the inspiring account from Bear Grylls. Many know him as the host of the television series Man vs Wild, drinking pee and eating bugs (or worse!) to survive in remote wildness areas, but back […]
March 1, 2019
Coming March 10, 2019. Learn from the “ski industry’s fear specialist”! The March Women’s Ski Camp at Snowbird will be led by Mermer Blakeslee, accomplished author of A Conversation With Fear, an insightful book chronicling the philosophy and strategies she’s developed about fear, learning, and innovation. Designed for ladies comfortable on the blue and black runs, the camp […]
February 28, 2019
All the flavor without the mess! Yep, Pizootz Peanuts pack a wallop of flavor, but what’s striking about these peanuts is the fact that they are not coated with that seasoning. They are actually infused with the flavor. That’s right, infused. Pizootz Peanuts are boiled in a marinade of all-natural, GMO-free ingredients, then using a […]
February 28, 2019
Coming March 2, 9, 16, 2019. Celebrate the luck of the Irish throughout the month of March! The Tour De Patrick is a series of three 5K races held in different locations in Rhode Island. The first is the Irish 5K in Pawtucket, followed by the St. Pat’s 5K in Providence, and finally the Shamrock Shuffle, […]
February 27, 2019
Little bites of yumminess, and as the name says, they are healthy for you! That’s right, Alyssa’s Healthy Cookies are healthy with no added sugar, no preservatives, and no trans fats. Plus they are gluten free, low in net carbs, low in calories, high in fiber, and use only non GMO ingredients. They are loaded […]
February 27, 2019
Coming May 18, 2019. Céad míle fáilte (translation: a hundred thousand welcomes) to Ireland! Adventures in Good Company is hosting a tour titled, Gems of Northern Ireland, that will explore the Emerald Isle over a 10-day period. Highlights of this tour include hiking through the beautiful Irish countryside, trekking up Diamond Mountain for panoramic views of […]
February 26, 2019
Knits aren’t just for sweaters! Our friends at SoftScience have a pair of knit (yes, knit!) athleisure shoes that will have you thinking you left your house with your favorite pair of slippers on instead of a fully functional pair of trainers. The knit upper is very breathable with enough elastic for a snug fit, […]
February 26, 2019
The newest National Park! As of February 15, 2019, the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore has officially been renamed as the Indiana Dunes National Park, making it our 61st national park and the first national park in the state of Indiana. This 15K-acre park has 15 miles of beach along the southern tip of Lake Michigan and […]
February 25, 2019
A little weight is a good thing…especially if it’s the weighted sleep mask from our friends at nodpod! You may have heard about weighted blankets, and the benefits that they can provide by relieving stress and improving sleep by relaxing the central nervous system through Deep Touch Pressure Stimulation. Nodpod takes those same benefits and implements […]
February 25, 2019
Coming June 28, 2019. Experience an ancient culture and history in a country that not many tourists have been exposed to. As of this month, this country is officially named the Republic of North Macedonia, and the folks at Women’s Own Adventure have designed a 10-day tour of this area in the Balkans that is […]
February 22, 2019
Go high tech with your notebook! At first glance, the Rocketbook Everlast may look like an ordinary spiral notebook, but it’s actually a super-cool, reusable, smart notebook. The pages are made out of a synthetic material; they are slightly thicker than standard paper and have a smooth, almost plastic feeling to them. Write on them […]
February 22, 2019
Marrying fashion and function! The Busy Girl Bangle from our friends at Go Girl Designs is a bangle style bracelet with the added bonus of a hair tie. This mother-daughter team created fashion bracelets in gold, rose gold and silver, some with inserts of color and all come with 3 elastic bands with a cute heart […]
February 22, 2019
Coming April 7, 2019. When in Rome, do as the Romans do! It’s almost time for the Maratona Internazionale di Roma (aka the Rome International Marathon). The course reads like a tourist’s dream: starting and ending at the Colosseum and running past more than 500 of Rome’s most important and famous locations such as St. Peter’s Basilica, the […]
February 21, 2019
The must-have device for all your TrailblazerGirl adventures! Our friends at myCharge can definitely do small, but they can also do big! We know that they have some great pocket-sized chargers that are so convenient for carrying around to boost a dead phone battery, but they also have a charger that is the mama of […]
February 21, 2019
See the light(s)! Ideal conditions for viewing the Northern Lights include dark skies and polar latitudes, so the Aurora Sky Station is the place to be. Especially from November through March, chances of viewing this amazing natural phenomenon are high. Located on Mount Nuolja, in Northern Sweden, you take a chair-lift ride through Abisko National Park, […]
February 20, 2019
It’s all in the bag! Keeping all your stuff dry and safe is in the bag, as long as you have the COR Surf Excursion, especially when you are on the water or at the beach. Designed out of a strong weather proof material that is super lightweight (the whole pack with the extra goodies […]