August 7, 2018
We love a good stick! And the Face Sticks from our friends at Raw Elements are great examples of why we love sunscreen sticks. They are oh-so easy to apply on-the-go, and the container is neon orange for the tinted stick and neon green for the untinted, making them super visible in your backpack or […]
August 7, 2018
Now through August 31, 2018. Take it outside! For the summer, the folks at Mat Collective are offering free outdoor yoga classes in Vancouver. Yes, free! Yes, outdoors! This is the largest free, outdoor yoga program in western Canada, and they offer drop in classes in 5 locations including Kits Beach with beautiful views of […]
August 6, 2018
Pack it in a sack…as long as it’s a Tom Bihn Travel Stuff Sack! When it comes to packing, not everything is straight lines and right angles, especially when it comes to camping or backpacking. These Travel Stuff Sacks are shaped differently – not square, not round. They have an oval bottom with a drawstring […]
August 6, 2018
This is the one. Yes, really, The One Goggles from our friends at arena will be the one and only pair of goggles that you will ever need. Sooo comfortable, thanks to the extensive research that was done to determine the appropriate size and shape of the goggle based on the shape of your facial […]
August 6, 2018
Coming September 29, 2018. Would you like to visit Alcatraz? Then grab your wetsuit and hop in the Bay! Join the folks at ODYSSEY for a friendly open water swim to Alcatraz. It’s about 2 miles from Alcatraz Island to the St. Francis Yacht Club at the marina in San Francisco. You should be a […]
August 3, 2018
PROMO CODE ALERT! An incredibly innovative bag! From GYST, the folks that brought us the SG4-16, those impressive multisport sunglasses, comes a bag that is like no other. This is THE bag for athletes and in particular, you triathlon and duathlon TrailblazerGirls, who will love this bag that can hold all your gear AND provide […]
August 3, 2018
Oh so chic! The Rise Above Tank from our friends at Iron Lily certainly does rise above your ordinary workout top! This super stylish tank is crafted out of a high performance compression fabric that affords you with the right amount of support and multidirectional stretch that you need when giving it all to your […]
August 3, 2018
Coming August 18, 2018. A weekend of fun for the girlfriends! Head to Vancouver, Washington for the Girlfriends Tri. This is three fun-filled days with a triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, 10K, and 5K events just for the ladies whether you’re an expert or a newbie. The area is beautiful with the swim portion in the Columbia […]
August 2, 2018
Remember the Alp-n-Rock Scout Embroidered Short Sleeve Henley that we shared with you earlier? As promised, we’re back with another winning piece from the folks at Alp-n-Rock. This time, it’s the Amelie Embroidered Cargo Skort. Skorts are so versatile. They can be dressed up or down, being equally comfortable on the trails as on the town, and the […]
August 2, 2018
It’s all in the details! Our friends at Alp-n-Rock sell beautifully designed clothing that is inspired by the Swiss Alps and the world around us. We had the pleasure of checking out their Embroidered Short Sleeve Henley, and we’re impressed. A typical henley has a round neckline with a placket of two or more buttons, […]
August 2, 2018
Coming October 29, 2018. Time to catch some waves! The Maui Surfer Girls Women’s Surf Camp is a weeklong retreat for beginner and intermediate surfers on the beautiful Valley Isle, the second largest Hawaiian Island. This camp includes oceanfront accommodations in cute A-frame cabins, daily surfing lessons, 3 healthy meals per day, ground transportation to and […]
August 1, 2018
Your new favorite travel companion on the trails and in the city! The Crossbody from our friends at Cedar Ravine is a fine example of their goal of designing products that represent an easy-going relaxed lifestyle. We love a good crossbody bag because it’s hands-free and secure with no worry of it slipping off your shoulder. […]
August 1, 2018
Coming August 11, 2018. Find you inner goddess at the JustBreatheYoga Goddess Yoga Retreat! This 7 night/8 day retreat is held at the Soulshine Oasis in Ubud, the cultural heart of Bali. Highlights include daily yoga in an open air studio, a one-hour massage, a cycling ride through the countryside, an organic cooking class, a traditional […]
July 31, 2018
Sshhh…it’s a secret, but we’ll share them with you! Backpacker Magazine and Destinations Editor, Maren Horjus have found some of the not-so-well-known (at least up until now!), best hikes in the United States and are sharing them with us in their new book, Backpacker Hidden Gems, 100 Greatest Undiscovered Hikes Across America. The book is […]
July 31, 2018
A very popular hike for Seattleites. If you’re visiting the Emerald City and itching to escape to fresh air and nature, then drive about 35 miles east to the Rattlesnake Mountain Scenic Area for a hike that affords 360 degree views of the Cascades including Mount Si and Mount Washington. Owing its name to an early Seattle pioneer […]
July 30, 2018
Dots up and out! In an assortment of fun colors, Food Guard Lids are an eco-friendly way to store your food. No more wasteful single-use plastic wrap or searching to find the right sized container and lid. These are food grade silicone rounds with a bit of stickiness that are so handy to cover your […]
July 30, 2018
Coming September 8, 2018. Ride through the High Sierra! The Mammoth Gran Fondo takes you through some of the most scenic vistas in southern California. This competitive road biking event consists of 3 distances: the 102 Mile Gran Fondo, 70 Mile Medio, and 42 Mile Piccolo. Starting and finishing in the Village at Mammoth, expect a […]
July 27, 2018
A moveable, floating island! No, it’s not a prop for some science fiction movie, it’s Copenhagen CPH-Ø1, a hand made wooden platform with a living linden tree floating in Copenhagen’s inner harbor. This 65 square foot island is the first of several that will make up a “Parkipelago” – a new concept in public spaces in the […]
July 27, 2018
Cookies! The TrailblazerGirl team has a big sweet tooth (well, more like teeth!), but it’s a guilty pleasure that we try to treat ourselves with only once in a while. Now, we don’t have to feel guilty, because the folks at The Protein Cookie Company have a cookie that fits into a healthy lifestyle! One giant […]
July 26, 2018
Classic white sneakers with a twist! As promised, we’re back with another fantastic shoe from our friends at People Footwear – The Stanley Knit. With a timeless style and a slight twist, these shoes have a digitally-knitted upper. Yes, knitted, so they have a bit of stretch to them which makes them form fitting and […]
July 26, 2018
So much more than a walk…it’s an experience! Vallea Lumina is a multimedia journey through the old-growth forest of Cougar Mountain courtesy of a collaboration between Moment Factory and The Adventure Group (yes, the folks that brought us Superfly Ziplines!). Starting at sundown, take the complementary shuttle from Whistler Village and prepare to be amazed with […]
July 25, 2018
Step up your TrailblazerGirl wardrobe with the Phillips from our friends at People Footwear! Summer means getting outdoors and walking everywhere, and this Vancouver-based company knows what it takes. The Phillips is a super-duper lightweight casual shoe that is comfortable right out of the box. It’s thanks to their innovative Skylite EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate, […]
July 25, 2018
Coming September 15 and 22, 2018. Get your ohm on! Join Balance Yoga Retreat in Croatia for a weeklong holiday focussing on hatha and vinyasa flow. Croatia has over a thousand islands off it’s coast, and this retreat takes place on the island of Vis, an isolated island with rugged coasts, sandy beaches, and vineyards, known […]
July 24, 2018
Attention all budding astronomers! Recently released, the new book from author, Dean Regas, 100 Things to See in the Southern Night Sky, will be your guide to identifying and viewing planets, satellites, meteors, constellations, and more when you are in the southern hemisphere. Unlike his previous book, 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, which focusses on […]